Birchmount Park, Birchcliffe-Cliffside & The Beaches (18.5 KM) - Sun, Jul 6 2025

Birchmount Park, Birchcliffe-Cliffside & The Beaches (18.5 KM) (7/6/2025)

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The Basics:
Event Type:Urban Hike
Event Location: Main Street Station
Date(s) & Time:Sun, Jul 6 2025  1:00 PM
Registration Cut Off: Sun, Jul 6 2025 8:55:00 AM
Event Duration:less than 5 hours
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Event Coordinator(s): Fletcher
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Member Cost:Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 18 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:20
Minimum Group Size:6
Number Registered So Far: 5 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

So, my buddy Rupak suggested I should try leading this hike as we were comparing notes of difficult hikes along the waterfront.
And I'm always looking for new ways to suffer.

I've rated this hike as a D4 for few reasons.
-Its 18.5 KM long
-The 4 KM section along the beach is allegedly quite tough as its a combination of both beach and rocky boulder.
-There is a possibility that your shoes / feet might get a bit wet.
I'm aiming to be at the beach closer to the Lake Ontario's low tide, but no guarantees that the lake will listen.

This 18.5 KM hike will both start and finish at Main Street Station.

The hike will be on a combination of neighbourhood sidewalks, paved park paths, single track trails, sandy beaches and rocky boulders.

In terms of hills, there should be about 2 of about 50 meters.
However, I've never done this hike before, so I could be wrong.

I'll attempt to stop for a washroom break at Rosetta McClain Gardens located about 10 KM into the hike.

If its calling for a 30% or more chance of rain on the date of this event, I will cancel as its a bit dangerous to walk on the narrow beach in a storm.


Required Items to Bring:
  • Hiking boots / hiking shoes
  • Weather appropriate clothing
  • Water
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  • First Aid Kit
  • A smile
  • Whistle
  • Sunscreen / Bug Spray

    • How to Get There:
    Event Directions:

    Main Street Subway Station is located on the eastern side of the Bloor/Danforth subway line.

    We'll meet just outside the station. If it's cold or wet, I'll just be inside the station doors.

    For those driving, the subway entrance is located on Main Street, just north of Danforth on the east side.

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    MAP

    Picture of Starting Location


    Notes:

    Please ensure that you check the 'TTC service updates website' for any potential closures.

    Please arrive on time, I will turn off my cell phone once the hike begins.


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