Urban Hike: Republic of Rathnelly, David A. Balfour Park, Casa Loma & Wychwood Park (12 KM) - Mon, Dec 22 2025

Urban Hike: Republic of Rathnelly, David A. Balfour Park, Casa Loma & Wychwood Park (12 KM) (12/22/2025)

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The Basics:
Event Type:Urban Hike
Event Location: Dupont Subway Station (Entrance @ North-West Corner of Spadina & Dupont)
Date(s) & Time:Mon, Dec 22 2025  1:00 PM
Registration Cut Off: Mon, Dec 22 2025 6:55:00 AM
Event Duration:less than 3.5 hours
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
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:30
Minimum Group Size:6
Number Registered So Far: 1 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

So, the random hike picker has selected this urban hike for today.

This 12 KM hike will both start and finish at Dupont Subway Station.

The hike will be on a combination of sidewalks, muddy single track trails, gravel trails and paved park roads.

In terms of hills, there should be 4 climbs of at least 25 meters.

I'll attempt to stop for a washroom break at the Wychwood Barns, located about 9.5 KM into the hike.


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

    • How to Get There:
    Event Directions:

    Dupont subway station is located on the Yonge/University/Spadina Subway line, two stops north of St. George.

    The Station entrance is located on the North- West corner of Spadina/Dupont.

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    For those of you driving, Dupont Station is located at 263 Dupont Street.
    It located at the corner of Spadina & Dupont.
    In terms of parking, there's a parking lot located north of the tracks on MacPherson Ave, just west of Spadina.

    In terms of pre-hike washroom, I typically buy a donut from the Krispy Kreme Café and then use their washroom.

    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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    Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

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