Jones Falls, Ignis Falls & Centennial Tower (26 KM) & Boyd Crevice (10 KM) - Sat, Sep 26 2026

Jones Falls, Ignis Falls & Centennial Tower (26 KM) & Boyd Crevice (10 KM) (9/26/2026)

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The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Owen Sound Transit Terminal - 1020 3rd Ave E
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Sep 26 2026  11:30 AM
Registration Cut Off: Thu, Sep 24 2026 7:55:00 PM
Event Duration:2 days (first hike less than 9 hours, second hike less than 4 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:1
Number Registered So Far: 1 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

Ontario is beautiful. There are many cool trails and things to see outside of Toronto.
My aim is to hit different interesting hiking trails throughout the GTA and beyond which can be accessed by public transit.

This is my first time leading a hike to Jones Falls, Ignis Falls & the Centennial Tower as one hike, but I've been to all 3 locations on their own.
For the Boyd Crevices hike on the Sunday, it will be my first time going there.

    Here's my general plan for the weekend:
  • Start the hike at 11:30 AM after the Flixbus has arrived and allow anyone who needs to use the washroom to go.
  • Probably try to get to the 7 KM mark to sit at the base of Jones' Falls for lunch.
  • Pass the majestic Ignis Falls at the 16 KM mark.
  • Hopefully, get to the Centennial Tower at the 21 KM mark in time for sunset.
  • Traverse through urban trails to get back to our start point.
  • Then head out to grab some dinner in town.
  • Afterwards, everyone heads to their own accommodations for the evening.
  • ON SUNDAY, if anyone's still interested, I'd be willing to take you on a shorter 10 KM hike to the Boyd Crevices.
    - This hike will be much easier than Saturday's hike as its primary urban.
  • Then, we'll head back to Toronto on the 2:15 PM Flixbus.
  • Should arrive back in the city by 6 PM or so on Sunday evening.

Please bring a lunch and at least 1-2 Litres of water and any attire you'd like to have for the following day to return to Toronto.

If you cannot walk the entire distance please do not sign up for this hike.

    EVENT STATS
  • Level of hike: Intermediate to advanced
  • Distance: 26 KM & 10 KM
  • Terrain: Sidewalks, paved park paths, single track dirt trails, several rocky sections.
  • Trail vs Road: 22 km vs 8 km (Sat) & 2 km vs 8 km (Sun)
  • Elevation Range: 100 meters
  • Challenging Climbs of Note: 2 climbs of at least 50 meters and 4 climbs of another 25 meters.
  • Largest Climb: 75 meters
  • Highlights: SATURDAY: 'JONES FALLS', 'IGNIS FALLS' & 'CENTENNIAL TOWER' SUNDAY: 'BOYD CEVACE'

Now, due to the timing of the arrival / departure of the Flixbus, you'll have to book a room to stay overnight at a hotel, motel, bed & breakfast or Air BnB.
The Flixbus arrives in Owen Sound at 11 AM on Saturday and departs @ 2:15 PM on Sunday.

'HERE'S A LIST OF ACCOMMODATIONS SUGGESTED BY THE CITY OF OWEN SOUND'

IT WIL BE UP TO YOU TO BOOK YOUR OWN ACCOMMODATIONS FOR THE EVENING.
Unless, your desperate and want to cuddle with me, but I talk in my sleep, so I highly suggest booking your own accommodations.

IF ANYONE HAS ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS ABOUT BOOKING YOUR OWN ACCOMMODATIONS OR FLIXBUS ROUND TRIP, PLEASE LET ME KNOW.


Required Items to Bring:
  • hiking boots or hiking shoes
  • 2L of water
  • snacks and lunch
  • weather appropriate clothing
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • A smile
  • First Aid Kit
  • Whistle
  • Change of clothes and/or footwear for post hike & for following day

    • How to Get There:
    Event Directions:

    So, we'll meet at the Owen Sound Transit Terminal in downtown Owen Sound located at 1020 3rd Ave E.

    For those of you taking transit, you'll have to take either:

  • The 7:15 AM (yes, 7:15) Flixbus from the Union Station Bus Terminal.
  • Or the same bus from Toronto Pearson Airport (Terminal 1) at 7:50 AM.

    To pay for the Flixbus, I suggest purchasing a round trip ticket.
    Purchase the outbound trip on Saturday September 26 and the inbound trip on Sunday September 27.
    Tickets start at $33 one way.
    'HERE'S THE LINK TO PURCHASE. '

    For those of you driving to the hike, the Owen Sound Transit Terminal is located at 1001 3rd Ave E.
    In terms of parking, there's a decent amount of parking spaces between 992 1st Ave West & 824 1st Ave West.

    Look for me in the BLUE Toronto Outdoor Club shirt at the entrance to the station.

    MAP

    PICTURE OF MEETING 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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    Cost Includes:

    Now, due to the timing of the arrival / departure of the Flixbus, it is highly likely that you'll have to book a room to stay overnight.
    The Flixbus arrives in Owen Sound at 11 AM on Saturday and departs @ 2:15 PM on Sunday.

    'HERE'S A LIST OF ACCOMMODATIONS SUGGESTED BY THE CITY OF OWEN SOUND'

    It will be up to you to book your own accommodation for the evening.

    In terms of getting to Owen Sound, it will be up to you to book your own ticket on the Flixbus.

    To pay for the Flixbus, I suggest purchasing a round trip ticket.
    Purchase the outbound trip on Saturday September 26 and the inbound trip on Sunday September 27.
    Tickets start at $33 one way.
    'HERE'S THE LINK TO PURCHASE. '

     
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