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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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.
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.
Also
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).
2. Anyone choosing to leave a hike before the end must be accompanied by another hiker.
3. No dogs are allowed on hikes. (Service dogs are permitted.)
4. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the advertised hike departure time.
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!
GHTA Hike Difficulty Rating Guide
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.
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.
Spring 2023 Hikes
Pineridge "End to End" Hikes
The first of five hikes of the end to end for the Pine Ridge section of the Ganaraska Hiking Trail takes place next Monday, May 1. The remaining hikes are scheduled for May 5, 12, 22 and June 9. On each of these days we will meet at the commuter parking lot on Toronto Road in Port Hope just south of the 401 at 8:30 am and leave there at 8:45. The what3words location is outpost.compiled.improves. We will carpool and use a car shuttle to transport hikers to the end and the beginning of the trail. Monday’s hike is approximately 15 km.
You are welcome to attend as many or as few hikes as you would like. If you have questions, I can be reached at stanmuldoon@hotmail.com or 289-691-3275.
PRHC SPRING/SUMMER SCHEDULE, 2023
Sunday, June 04 <EASY> 8 km
East of Sylvan Glen
Paved rural roads and the Ganaraska Trail (includes the new hand-built bridge on the Trail).
Leaving 9:30 am from the trailhead at the Sylvan Glen Conservation Area parking lot
Bring a snack and drink. Contact Jan at 905 375 8188 or janhike27@gmail.com
Wednesday, June 07 <EASY PLUS> 8 km
Brand Rd to Port Britain Beach
Paved rural roads with minor undulations.
Leaving 9:30 am from the trailhead on Brand Rd near Lakeshore Rd
Bring a lunch and drink. Contact Dixie at dixie.allen@ymail.com
Saturday, June 10 <MODERATE> 9.5 km
Centreton area, Newton Rd
Paved rural roads with two off-road sections.
Leaving 9:30 am from the Hwy 45/401 commuter parking lot OR meet at the trailhead about 9:50 am on Diemo Rd near Newton Rd. (just south of Hwy 22).
Bring a lunch and drink. Contact Bill at 905 207 2399 or bill_zeran@live.ca
Sunday, June 11 <MODERATE> 10 km
Northumberland Forest, Green Trail, Dunbar Rd, Oak Ridges trail
Meet and park at 9:30 am at the Beagle Club parking lot (about 10 km north of Cobourg).
Bring a lunch and drink. Contact Karen at 289 356 7366 or karen.grahamoctober@gmail.com
Wednesday, June 14 <MODERATE> 8.0 km
Wicklow area
Paved rural roads with a snack/lunch spot beside a farm with llamas, goats, donkeys, etc.
Leaving 9:30 am from the Hwy 45/401 commuter parking lot (carpooling possible). OR meet at the trailhead on Telephone Rd (north shoulder) near Vernonville Rd. at 9:50 am. (Grafton exit off the 401).
Bring a snack and drink. Contact Cynthia at 416 694 7901 or planetwarn@gmail.com
Saturday, June 17 <EASY PLUS> 5.5 km
Oliver’s Lane, Forest Hill area.
Mixed residential and rural roads.
Includes a stop for a garden tour at a private residence.
Leaving from the Hwy 45/401 commuter parking lot at 9:30 am
Bring a snack and drink. Contact Jan at 905 375 8188 or janhike27@gmail.com
Sunday, June 18, 9 or 13 km
Bewdley area south
Mostly paved roads with some off-road trails
Leaving from the Home Hardware Port Hope parking lot at 9:30 am OR 9:50 am leaving from the Bewdley overflow parking lot on Rice Lake Drive – entrance opposite Cavan Rd.
Bring a lunch and drink. Contact Stan at 289 691 3275 (mobile)
Wednesday, June 21 <MODERATE> 9 km
Oak Heights area, Hogan Rd
Rural paved roads and forest trails.
Leaving 9:30 am from the Hwy 45/401 commuter parking lot (carpooling possible). OR 10:00 am leaving from the trailhead on Hogan Rd near Pratt Rd.
What3words address: allegiance.sanity.infusing
Bring a snack and drink. Contact Darryl at 905 373 2463 or darryl4t2@gmail.com
Saturday, June 24 <MODERATE> 10 km
Burnley-Carmel Trail
Primarily forest paths
Leaving 9:30 am from the Hwy 45/401 commuter parking lot (carpooling possible). OR Meet at the Peter’s Wood parking lot (on MacDonald Rd) at 9:50 am
Bring a snack and drink. Contact Jay at 905 396 3895 or jayg_sherwin@yahoo.ca
Sunday, June 25 <MODERATE> 7.5 km
Northumberland Forest, Black Oak loop
Meet and park at 9:30 am at the Woodland parking lot (about 15 km north of Cobourg on Hwy 45), opposite Woodland Rd.
Bring a snack and drink. Contact Karen at 289 356 7366 or karen.grahamoctober@gmail.com
Wednesday, June 28 <MODERATE. 10 km
Bethel Grove/Glen Gavel Rd loop
Paved rural roads and an unmaintained road.
Leaving 9:30 am from the trailhead on Vic Lightle Rd just north of Bethel Grove Rd (off Hwy 28).
Bring a lunch and a drink.
Contact Dixie at dixie.allen@ymail.com
Saturday, Jul 01
Canada Day Parade, Port Hope
Time and details tba
Wednesday, July 05: <EASY> about 5 km
Cobourg EVENING town walk
Monk’s Cove
Leaving at 6:00 pm from the front of Victoria Hall, 55 King Street West, Cobourg.
Bring a drink.
Contact Susan at 289 251 3125 or susan3deane@gmail.com
Wednesday, July 19: <MODERATE> about 5 km
Port Hope EVENING town walk
Ganaraska River, Monkey Mountain
Leaving from the Port Hope City Hall parking area at 6:00 pm
Optional finish at a local pub.
Bring water. Contact Jay at 905 396 3895 or jayg_sherwin@yahoo.ca
Wednesday, Aug 02: <EASY> about 5 km
Cobourg EVENING town walk
Coverdale Park
Leaving at 6:00 pm from the front of Victoria Hall, 55 King Street West, Cobourg.
Bring a drink.
Contact Susan at 289 251 3125 or susan3deane@gmail.com
Wednesday, Aug 16: <MODERATE> about 5 km
Port Hope EVENING town walk
Downtown East
Leaving from the Port Hope City Hall parking area at 6:00 pm
Optional finish at a local pub
Bring water. Contact Karen at 289 356 7366 or karen.grahamoctober@gmail.com
Wednesday, Aug 30: <EASY> about 5 km
Cobourg EVENING town walk
The Boardwalk to the Cobourg Community Garden.
Leaving from the Downtown LCBO (63 Albert St), Cobourg at 6:00 pm
Option to go to a local pub after the hike.
Bring water. Contact Bill at 905 207 2399 or bill_zeran@live.ca
Are you interested in leading hikes? Training is available. Please speak with the hike leader or send us a message under Contact Us"