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GHTA Hike Difficulty Rating Guide 

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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.
     

  • 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

  • Leisurely - 2-3 km/hr

  • Moderate - 3-4.5 km/hr

  • 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!

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EASY RATING

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

Moderate Rating

MODERATE RATING

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

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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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PINE RIDGE FALL SCHEDULE – 2025​​

 

Wednesday, Nov 5 <MODERATE PLUS> 9.2 km

McDonald/Woodland, Huckleberry Lane (Elevation gain: 227m)

Description: Mostly full-sized dirt roads with some single-track trails and a double track trail. Leaving 9:30 am from the Hwy 45/401 commuter parking lot (carpooling) OR 9:50 am from the McDonald Trailhead parking lot – 507 McDonald Rd (Hwy 23) north out of Grafton. W3W address: redwoods.coupled.endorsed. Bring a lunch and a drink. Contact: Anita at 905-269-3724 or anitaglautenbach@gmail.com

 

Saturday, Nov 8 <MODERATE> 9 km

Camborne Area, Williamson Rd (Elevation gain: 230m)

Description: Paved roads. Leaving 9:30 am from the Hwy 18/401 commuter parking lot (Burnham St) for possible carpooling or at the trailhead on Williamson Rd just north of Bickle Hill Rd (for 9 km). W3W is: sweetener.parrot.campaigner. Bring a lunch and a drink. Contact: Heather at 416-457-8730 or briant.heather@gmail.com

 

Sunday, Nov 9 <EASY> 4.9 km

Port Britain area, Red Barn (Elevation gain: 33m)

Description: Rural roads. Leaving 9:30 a.m. from the trailhead at the bottom of Dickinson Rd (near Lakeshore Rd). W3W address: tanned.scrapbooks.pulling. Bring a snack and a drink. Contact: Dixie at 416-606-1753 or dixie.allen@ymail.com

 

Wednesday, Nov 12 <MODERATE> 9.8 km

Baltimore area, Hickerson Rd (Elevation gain: 316m)

Description: A mix of forest trail, road allowance, rural roads and highway. Meet and park 9:30 am at the trailhead Jay Sherwin's home at 3023 Meyers Road S   Bring a lunch and a drink. Contact: Jay at 905-396-3895 or jayg_sherwin@yahoo.ca

 

Saturday, Nov 15 <MODERATE> 12 km

B.C. Green Loop, Morris, Bowmanton, Dunbar (Elevation gain: 240m)

Description: Forest access roads and trails. Leaving 9:30 am from the Hwy 45/401 commuter parking lot for possible carpooling OR 9:50 am from the trailhead at Beagle Club Rd parking lot, W3W address: harmonies.battery.prep. Bring lunch or snack and a drink. Contact: Jodi @ 905-269-5932 or jodi_dejong@yahoo.com

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NOVEMBER 15-December 4th. 

Through the hikers' lens exhibit at the Port Hope Library.  Reception November 22

 

Sunday, Nov 16 <EASY PLUS> 5.7 km

Canton area, Knoxville Rd/Jamieson Rd (Elevation gain: 153m)

Description: Paved roads, road allowance. Quite hilly. Trailhead is on the 6th Line, just west of Jamieson Rd. Leaving from the trailhead at 9:30 a.m. W3W: initiating.agency.rocky. Bring a snack and a drink. Contact: Jan at 905-375-8188 or janhike27@gmail.com

 

Wednesday, Nov 19  <MODERATE>9.7 km
Kinglet Trail from Beagle Club
Description: Forest dirt roads, double-width and single-width trails, paved
road. Numerous hills of varying sizes. Leaving 9:30 am from the Hwy 45/401
commuter parking lot for possible carpooling OR 9:50 from the trailhead at the
Beagle Club parking lot. W3W address: billboards.advert.superhero. Bring
a lunch and a drink. Contact: jodi@whereisgrandma.com

 

Saturday, Nov 22 <EASY> 6.4 km

Gage’s Creek (Elevation gain 18m)

Out-and-back on city streets, off-road path and Lakeside trail. Leaving 9:30 a.m. from the trailhead at the Port Hope City Hall parking area. W3W address: bystanders.dashed.interview. Bring a snack and a drink. Contact:

John at 705-931-4537 or johnambler2424@gmail.com

 

Sunday, Nov 23 <EASY> 6.4 km

Wesleyville area (Elevation gain: 84m)

Description: Rural roads with a nice snack spot on the shore of Lake Ontario. Also a brief pause near the famous Ontario Power Generation smokestack. Leaving 9:30 a.m. from the trailhead at the north end of Bests Road (before it curves to meet Wesleyville Rd). W3W address: botany.unrealistic.documenting. Bring a snack and a drink. Contact: Shelley at 705-313-6787 or shelley.irving@icloud.com

 

Wednesday, Nov 26 <EASY> 6.1 km

Gleasons Corner (Elevation gain: 115m)

Description: Dirt roads and unmaintained roads in the forest. Leaving 9:30 am from the Hwy 45/401 commuter parking lot (carpooling) OR 9:45 am from the trailhead on Gleasons Corner Rd near Centreton Rd (Hwy 22). Look for a sign saying Doug's Small Engines. W3W: crowd.uppers.shaken. Bring a snack and a drink. Contact: Melissa at 905-885-7635 or me.holmes@hotmail.com

 

Saturday, Nov 29 <MODERATE> 7.5 km

Woodland Trails, Black Oak (Elevation gain: 170m)

Description: Forest trails, mostly single track. Leaving 9:30 am from the Hwy 45/401 commuter parking lot for possible carpooling OR 9:50 am from the trailhead at the Woodland Trails parking lot (entrance opposite Woodland Rd, off Hwy 45). W3W: regard.transcribed.online. Bring a snack and a drink. Contact: Jodi at 905-269-5932 or jodi_dejong@yahoo.com

 

Sunday, Nov 30 <MODERATE> 13 km

Racetrack Rd, east of Precious Corners (Elevation gain: 265m)

Description: Paved County roads and one small off-road section. Leaving 9:30 am from the Hwy 45/401 commuter parking lot, (Division St.), Cobourg, (for possible carpooling) OR meet and park at the trailhead on Racetrack Rd just above Dale Rd. at 9:45 am. W3W: necessarily.skiwear.pouting. Bring a lunch and a drink. Contact: Jay 905-396-3895 or jayg_sherwin@yahoo.ca

 

Wednesday, Dec 3 <MODERATE PLUS> 15.4 km

Ste. Anne’s West Loop (Elevation gain: 299m)

Description: Paved rural roads. Leaving 9:30 am from the Hwy 45/401 commuter parking lot for possible carpooling OR 9:45 am from the trailhead on Massey Rd just east of Clouston Rd. W3W: sized.necklines.enjoins. Bring a lunch and a drink. Contact: Shelley at 705-313-6787 or shelley.irving@icloud.com

 

Saturday, Dec 6 <EASY PLUS> 5 KM    
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

PORT HOPE  Meet at the Legion on Thomas street at 9:30 am for a short hike before the meeting at 10:30 AM  Pot luck lunch lunch to follow.  Bring a main course or dessert and $5 to cover the cost of the hall rental

Contact: Heather 416-457-8730 or briant.heather@gmail.com

 

Sunday, Dec 7 <EASY> 8.3 km

Cornish Hollow (Elevation gain: 180m)

Description: Paved roads and one short, off-road section. Leaving 9:30 am from Hwy 18/401 commuter parking lot (Burnham Rd) for carpooling OR Meet and park at the trailhead on Cornish Hollow Rd near Dale Rd (beside Lent’s cemetery). W3W: searchable.turkey.soprano. Bring a snack and drink. Contact: Cynthia at 416-694-7901 or planetwarn@gmail.com

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Are you interested in leading hikes? Training is available. Please speak with the hike leader or send us a message under Contact Us

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