GHTA Hike Difficulty Rating Guide

Hike Schedule
Guidelines for Hikers
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Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly.
Layers are the most practical. Raingear, sun and insect protection are also essential.
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Waterproof hiking shoes or boots are recommended.
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You must be reasonably fit and able to keep a pace of about 4 km/hour
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Trekking poles can be helpful, particularly if you have any problems with your balance. They also take pressure off your knees and may spare them some wear and tear.
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Bring food and water. We recommend two litres of water for regular hikes and three litres for long, challenging hikes in the summer.
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The What3Words app makes it easy to find, share and save precise locations and can provide lifesaving assistance if you require it during a hike. Consider downloading it to any device that you take with you in unfamiliar territory.
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Also
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1. “Bring a Snack”( generally on hikes under 9 km) indicates that there will be a break for a few minutes for refreshments.“Bring a lunch” ( hikes over 9 km) indicates a longer stop for refreshments ( may be shorter in winter).
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2. Anyone choosing to leave a hike before the end must be accompanied by another hiker.
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3. No dogs are allowed on hikes. (Service dogs are permitted.)
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4. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the advertised hike departure time.
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NOT A MEMBER? You are welcome to try out our club on any hike. Be sure to contact the hike leader just in case there have been last minute changes. We look forward to hiking with you!
PACE
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Leisurely - 2-3 km/hr
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Moderate - 3-4.5 km/hr
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Fast - 4.5 km/hr and over
Not a Member? You are welcome to try out our club on any hike. Be sure to contact the hike leader just in case there have been last minute changes. We look forward to hiking with you!

EASY RATING
Well defined trails, gentle inclines. Hiking boots and poles optional. Suitable for beginners.

MODERATE RATING
Generally on trail. May be hilly, some rough spots or obstacles. Boots and poles recommended. A good level of fitness is required.

DIFFICULT RATING
Rough terrain. May include bushwhacking, steep sections, long climbs and descents, beaver dams or other obstacles, rock scrambling. Boots and poles essential, and a high level of fitness. Long pants and sleeves recommended.
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​​​​​​​​SPRING SUMMER HIKES 2025​​​
Sat June 7 <MODERATE> 9 km
Camborne Area, Williamson Rd.
Paved roads. Leaving 9:30 am from the Hwy 18/401 commuter parking lot (Burnham St) for possible carpooling. The trailhead is on Williamson Rd just north of Bickle Hill Rd. W3W is: sweetener.parrot.campaigner. Bring a lunch and a drink. Contact: Heather at 416-457-8730 or briant.heather@gmail.com
Sun Jun 8 <MODERATE> 9.5 km
Centreton Area, Diemo Rd.
Rural roads and road allowances. Leaving 9:30 am from the Hwy 45/401 commuter parking lot for possible carpooling OR Meet and park at the trailhead on Diemo Rd near Newton Rd at 9:50 am. W3W: antidotes.pinhole.pined. Bring a snack/lunch and a drink. Contact: Contact: Lee at 905-376-3468 or lwakelin@hotmail.com
Wed Jun 11 <MODERATE> 8.8 km
Gores Landing area, Lew Harris Rd.
Paved roads and two unmaintained road allowances. One fairly long and steep hill. Nice views of Rice Lake. Trailhead is on Linton Rd near Tinney Rd (park facing south). Leaving 9:30 am from the Hwy 18/401
commuter parking lot (Burnham St), Cobourg OR Meet and park at the trailhead at 9:40 am. W3W: brightened.outset.rascal. Bring a snack/lunch and a drink. Contact: Connie at 905-373-6887 or mccroryhomes@gmail.com
Sat Jun 14 <EASY> 5 km
Ball’s Mill and Lime Kiln Trail
Mix of trail and road, quite flat, with one short busy section along County Road 45. Meet at the trailhead at 9:30 a.m. at the Ball's Mill Conservation Area, 2967 Harwood Road. W3W address: regards.feels.instance. Bring a snack and a drink. Contact Susan at 289-251-3125 or susan3deane@gmail.com
Sun Jun 15 <MODERATE> 10.7 km or 5 km
Eddystone Area, Abbey Lane
Paved roads, dirt road, unmaintained roads. Leaving 9:30 am from the Hwy 45/401 commuter parking lot (carpooling). OR Meet at the trailhead on Locke Rd near Joice Rd. W3W address:
tourism.bikini.ambivalent. Bring a snack/lunch and a drink Contact: Cynthia at 416-694-7901 or planetwarn@gmail.com
Wed Jun 18 <MODERATE> 12 km
B.C. Green Loop, Morris, Bowmanton & Dunbar Rd.
Forest access roads and trails. EARLY START. Leaving 9:00 am from the Hwy 45/401 commuter parking lot for possible carpooling OR 9:20 am from the trailhead at Beagle Club Rd parking lot, W3W address: harmonies.battery.prep. Bring lunch and a drink. Contact Elke at 905-269-9711 or emsw53@gmail.com
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Sat Jun 21 <MODERATE> 9.3 km
Richardson’s Lookout, Oak Hill Rd
Rural roads, off-road single-track trail, highway, fairly steep hills. Beautiful view from a platform looking east towards Garden Hill. Trailhead is on Oak Hill Rd (the dead-end part, just east of Walker Rd). Leaving 9:30 am from the Toronto Rd/Hwy 401 commuter parking lot in Port Hope OR from the trailhead at 9:50 am. W3W address: patrols.grail.comebacks. Bring a snack/lunch and a drink. Contact: Jan at 905-375-8188 or janhike27@gmail.com
Sun Jun 22 <EASY> 8km
Port Hope, Rapley Blvd/Haskill Rd
Rural roads, off-road section and walking path. (If extended to Dickinson Rd the hike is 9.7 km). Leaving 9:30 am from the trailhead at the bottom of Rapley Blvd (dead end, beside a park). W3W:
richer.repainted.pearls. Bring a snack and a drink. Contact: Darryl at 905-373-2463 or darryl4t2@gmail.com
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Wed Jun 25 <MODERATE> 11 km
Bowmanton Rd/Alnwich Hill Rd.
Primarily unmaintained road allowances with a short section through Northumberland Forest. One long up hill grade. Meet at 401/45 Commuter Parking Lot at 9:30 a.m., Car-pooling available or meet at the Trail Head at parking lot for Hazel Bird Park on Beaver Meadow Road at 9:45 a.m. W3W: tractor.garlic.compounded. Contact Jay at 905-396-3895 or jayg_sherwin@yahoo.com
Sat June 28 <EASY> 7 km
Morton Rd., Art Lang Rd.
Rural roads, and forested road allowances. Meet and park at the trailhead on Whitney Howard Rd (at the end of the asphalt, opposite Phantom Farm) for a 9:30am departure. W3W: biter.sportswear.provoking. Bring a snack and drink. Contact: Susan at 289-251-3125 or susan3deane@gmail.com
Sat Jun 29 <EASY PLUS> 12.5 km
Morganston area, Tobacco Rd.
Rural roads and highway. Leaving 9:30 am from the Hwy 45/401 commuter lot for carpooling OR meet and park 9:50am at the trailhead on Huycke Rd near Hwy 25. W3W: angled.musicians.choppers. Bring a lunch and a drink. Contact: Cynthia at 416-694-7901 or plantwarn@gmail.com
Tues July 1 – CANADA DAY
We will be hiking in the Port Hope Canada Day Parade!
Please meet at Bramley Street South at 10:30 (latest), dressed in your best red and white. We have a large flag and banner to carry. The parade will start at 11:00. The route has been adjusted this year to account for the construction taking place downtown.
Post-parade social and pot-luck will take place at 76 Cavan Street.
Wed July 16 <EASY> 5 km
Oak Hills Farm
Leisurely guided walk near Bewdley
Meet and park at 6:30 pm at 4945 Oak Hills Rd (0.8 km north of Oak Ridges Dr) W3W address: timetables.yielded.unsettled. Brink a snack and a drink. Contact: John at 416 998 1292 or johnpoyston@gmail.com
Wed July 30 <EASY> 5.5 km
Ganaraska River, Port Hope
City streets and Ganaraska Trail (can be muddy). Leaving 6:30 p.m. from the Port Hope City Hall parking area, walking to the P.H. Conservation Area just off Choate Rd. W3W: siege.inferences.smirks.
Optional finish at local pub. Contact: Cynthia at 416-694-7901 or planetwarn@gmail.com
Wed Aug 13 <EASY> 3.5 km
Trails at Northumberland Heights Spa
Easy trails ending with a visit to the Northumberland Heights Spa patio. Meet at Northumberland Heights Spa parking lot at 6:30pm. W3W: trains.knaves.flamboyant. Contact Jay at 905-396-3895 or jayg_sherwin@yahoo.com
Wed Aug 27 <EASY PLUS> 5 km
Port Hope, Downtown East
City streets and Ganaraska Trail (can be muddy). Leaving 6:30 p.m. from the Port Hope City Hall parking area, walking to the P.H. Conservation Area just off Choate Rd. W3W: siege.inferences.smirks.
Optional finish at a local pub. Contact: Stan at 289-691-3275 or stanmuldoon@hotmail.com
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