Come join the Oak Ridges Trail Association (ORTA) on guided hikes / walks through various trails across the top of the GTA from Palgrave to Ganaraska. ORTA offers multiple group hikes and walks each week which continue throughout all four seasons...
Come join the Oak Ridges Trail Association (ORTA) on guided hikes / walks through various trails across the top of the GTA from Palgrave to Ganaraska. ORTA offers multiple group hikes and walks each week which continue throughout all four seasons. Our group hikes are available in varying levels of difficulty, speed, distance and terrain. All are led by experienced volunteer hike leaders, each certified in hike leader training and first aid.
HIKE on JUNE 8, 2025:
ORTA Map 5; 14-15 km; moderate pace; some hills and uneven surfaces, rocks and roots underfoot.
Join us for a delightful spring hike in Uxbridge, as we explore Wilder Forest, Walker Woods, and Glen Major Forest on a scenic loop starting from Brock Road. We’ll pass Concession Road 6, heading east and back, while also venturing onto several side trails for even more stunning views.
Hiking boots and poles recommended, bring at least 2L of water, snack/lunch (10-20 minute lunch/snack stop), dress according to the weather and be prepared for the bugs. Hiking duration and distance are adjusted to the weather condition.
Amir is leading this hike for the Toronto Bruce Trail and ORTA members and non-members are welcome.
Location (Google Maps): 2499 Brock Rd, Uxbridge, ON L9P 1R4.
We will meet at the East Duffins Headwaters parking lot at the WILDER FOREST trail head. As soon as you got off the Brock Road, passing the horse back riding facility, there is a free designated parking lot 70 meters down the lane to your right. It includes a sign board for East Duffins Headwaters with a map of the trails. Please do not park on the lane or in the horse back riding property.
Please arrive at 8 AM for start 8:15 AM
HIKE LEADER: Amir Alemohammad 647-964-5170
Non ORTA members - may join a limited number of hikes as a guest, with the permission of the hiker leader and upon signing the required waivers. Visit our website, oakridgestrail.org, to see details of hikes available to non-members together with hike leader contacts, locations, and descriptions of each hike. Also see the FAQ section for more information regarding guest registration as well as to learn more about the Oak Ridges Moraine, our association, becoming a member, and lots of other interesting facts and information.
Whether joining us on a group hike or venturing out on your own or with friends, we hope to see you on the trail!
