Clarington - Long Sault CA to Old Hwy35/Beaucage Rd (Hike #6 - E2E Series) Mod-Fast; Sheila King

Members only hike. Pre-registration is mandatory.

Oak Ridges Moraine Trail - End-to-End Series #6

This E2E started in mid-winter and began a bit closer to home due to the potential for difficult winter travel. We are continuing to hike our way eastward every Monday, excepting holidays and the unforeseen, until we reach both eastern terminus’; Castleton, then Warkworth. After that we will restart from the western terminus in Caledon trekking east again until we reach the end of our journey and where it began in Hollidge Tract.

ORTA MAP 7 & 8: 5-5.5hrs / ~21k+. Our hike starts in Long Sault CA, the largest of the 8 conservation areas managed by the Central Lakes of Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA). Our journey will take us through hardwood forests, meadows and cedar swamps, interspersed with unpaved/unplowed roads and road allowances, and relatively short sections of paved road. This will be our longest section so far and it will be more challenging given the distance and mixed conditions of the route. 

Check the weather the morning of and dress accordingly. Icers are essential and snowshoes are still recommended. More snow is in the forecast and there will also be some trails that have had little to no traffic of any kind. Bring plenty of water, snacks, and lunch. Poles are optional. No dogs or drop-outs.

This is a shuttle hike and will require volunteers for driving to the starting point. Parking is free at both the meeting/trail end, and trail head.  

Please meet by 08h45 to prepare for our shuttle(s) to the starting point.

Meeting Point: GPS 44.0585, -78.62469 (9799 Old Hwy 35, Clarington)

 Sheila King (905-903-1955 text or call)