Oak Ridges Trail Association upcoming events

Richmond Hill - Jefferson Forest and Bond Lake, Moderate, Amir Alemohammad (Sun, August 02, 2026)

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Members only hike. Pre-registration is mandatory.

ORTA Map 3; 14-15 km, 4 hrs; end by 12 noon.

Join us for a wonderful hike in Jefferson Forest and Bond Lake. We will hike among trees and bushes of the Jefferson Forest and across the Bayview-Yonge corridor to make a loop hike.

Some hills and variable terrain.

Hiking boots, poles recommended, bring at least 2L of water and your snack . Hiking duration and distance are adjusted to the weather conditions.

Amir is leading this hike for the Toronto Bruce Trail and ORTA members and non-members are welcome.

Please arrive early to secure your spot in the parking lot and avoid parking along the road.

Meet in the free parking area on the south side of Bethesda SR, 500m east of Bayview Ave. Address: 1235-1245 Bethesda Side Rd, Richmond Hill, ON L4E 1A2. Please park in the parking lot and avoid parking on the road.

Please arrive at 7:45 AM for 8 AM start.********

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Amir Alemohammad 647-964-5170

Uxbridge - Secord Forest/Goodwood (Conc 3) - Slow-Moderate, Liz Elliot-Jakymyc (hike leader change) (Mon, August 03, 2026)

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Members and non-members welcome

Hike leader change - Liz will lead.

ORTA Map 5 - Uxbridge; 1.5 hrs; slow-moderate pace in Secord Forest and Goodwood Tract.

Join us for this special hike location - one of our favs! Level, shaded trails featuring pond and streams as we hike the Secord trails - mostly forest plus a few meadow sections - the monarchs are arriving. Will we see any turtle nesting activity? One and a half hours on trail and join us for an early brunch or coffee at Annina's in Goodwood after the hike.

Meet at the Secord Forest parking lot 2 km south of the Goodwood Rd. on Concession 3, east on Secord Rd. to the end.

Meet at 8:45 a.m. for a 9 a.m. start, bring water and be tick aware.

Liz Elliot-Jakymyc 647-382-8373

Pickering - Seaton Hiking Trail (Whitevale Rd), Mod-fast, Derek Cowbourne (Wed, August 05, 2026)

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Members only hike. Pre-registration mandatory.

Hilly, forested area, with scenic riverside sections; ~16km; T&B; 4.5hrs. Check the weather forecast and be appropriately equipped. No dogs allowed. Bring plenty of water, drinks and lunch.

Meeting Place/Parking: Meet in the park on the west side of West Duffins Creek, south side of Whitevale Rd in the village of Whitevale. Meet at 0845 for 0900 start.

GPS 43.8865, -79.1628 (NB. Several members have found that Apple Maps and Waze are not as reliable or accurate as Google Maps)

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Derek Cowbourne (647) 291-3221

Mulmur - Bruce Trail (Boyne Valley Provincial Park), Mod-Fast, Martin Roy (Wed, August 12, 2026)

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Members only hike. Pre-registration mandatory

15+ km; Moderate-fast; 5 hours.

Join me on these mainly forested trails with significant hills. We will hike the Primrose Loop side trail, the Boyne Valley side trail and some of the main Bruce trail. We will stop at Murphy's Pinnacle for the amazing view.

Bring lunch and water.

Meet at the Bruce Trail parking lot on the east side of Prince of Wales Road (Dufferin County Road 19), 1.1 km north of Highway 89. The parking is limited, you are encouraged to carpool.

Please arrive 15 minutes early as hike starts promptly at 9:30. No dogs please.

GPS: 44.100211 -80.137351

What3Words: contradictions.ignorance.laptop

Martin Roy: 416-885-1226

Markham - Rouge NUP: Bob Hunter Memorial Park, Mod-Fast, Sheila King (Fri, August 14, 2026)

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Members, guests and non-members welcome. Pre-registration is mandatory. Non-members are asked to contact the hike leader by noon the day prior to determine if hike is suitable for them.

~10k; 2.5hrs; Moderate to fast pace on easy terrain with a few gentle elevation changes. 15 hikers maximum.

Please NOTE earlier start time.

Situated within Rouge National Urban Park, Bob Hunter Memorial Park was opened in August 2006 and named in honour of Robert Hunter, writer and journalist, environmentalist, and a founding member of Greenpeace.

Our loop hike will take us through a lovely mix of meadows and grasslands, mature forest, and river habitats. Expect a mix of natural and paved/gravel trails with one very short section of road.

Check the weather the morning of and dress accordingly. Bring ample fluids for hydration. We will make brief stops along the route. Be tick (and mosquito) aware. Bug spray and sunscreen are highly recommended. Poles are optional. No dogs please.

Please meet in the free parking lot by 08h45 for a prompt 09h00 start.

Portable toilets on-site.

Meeting Point: 7277-14 Ave. Take Reesor Rd (south from hwy #7 or north from Steeles Ave), west on 14 Ave, south at 1st driveway with house numbers (this is the entrance to the Rouge National Urban Park. A large sign is posted at the entrance.

Sheila King - 905-903-1955 text or call

Alnwick/Haldimand - Northumberland Forest Trails, Moderate, Scott Cecchin (Sun, August 16, 2026)

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Members and Non-members welcome.

ORTA Map 11; 11 km; 3+ hours.

Join us for a loop through the beautiful Northumberland Forest. We’ll hike a section of ORTA’s main trail and loop back along the Sweet Fern and White Oak trails. Occasional stops for nature appreciation are encouraged! Expect some sandy trails and a few moderate inclines.

Bring water and snacks for the trail (no lunch stop). Dress appropriately for the weather and conditions (ticks and poison ivy are possible).

Leashed dogs are welcome.

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PARKING: Northumberland Forest’s Morris Trailhead parking lot

Note: 8:50 am for a 9 am start

Scott Cechin, 705-957-8952