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Stairs, waterfalls and leaf trampling in Hamilton (14 km @ 3.5 km/hr) (10/26/2014)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Hamilton GO Centre

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Oct 26 2014 10:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 10:05 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Oct 24 2014 5:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

8 hours

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Utkarsh
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, All Ages Welcome

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

25 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

Note: Drivers will get preference on the waiting list. I'll increase the maximum number of participants as we get more drivers. You can also meet us directly at Hamilton GO station - I'll move you to the attendee list. If you prefer to be a car passenger, but are willing to take a GO bus in case there are insufficient drivers, please mention that in the notes -- you'll get preference on the waiting list (there are direct GO buses to Hamilton from Union, York University and Square One)

The Bruce trail near downtown Hamilton is beautiful, but it is often ignored by GTA hikers because of its urban-ish nature. Nevertheless, it's great for a relaxed photo hike, especially around this time of the year, when the fallen leaves make the trail look prettier. You're also welcome if you don't have a camera, but want to participate in a relatively slow hike. We'll start hiking somewhere near Hamilton downtown, and go all the way to Iroquoia Heights.

During the hike, we'll climb three of Hamilton's famed escarpment staircases:

James Street Stairs (227 steps)
Dundurn Stairs (326 steps) – optional
Chedoke Stairs (289 steps) – optional

As we proceed on the Chedoke Radial trail, we'll also explore some of the small, pretty waterfalls of Hamilton: Chedoke, Westcliffe, Cliffview, Mountview, Princess and Scenic (hopefully not running dry). The more adventurous can brave the rocky path to get a close-up of the falls; the others can enjoy the view from a distance.

Required Items to Bring:

Water
Lunch/Snacks
Hiking shoes
Post-hike footwear (only for the carpool passengers: to help keep the cars clean)
Weather-appropriate clothing
Money for the carpool

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

Camera

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

You can meet us at either of these places:

10:00 am (Meet at Carpool): Kipling Station Passenger Pick-up and Drop-off (the circular structure outside the TTC station), off Aukland Rd at Subway Crescent, off Dundas St (Map) . Carpool departure at 10:05 am.

10:45 am (Meet at event): Hamilton GO Centre, 36 Hunter St E, Hamilton, ON L8N 3W1 (Map ). Hike starts at 10:55 am.

Cars can be parked at Car Park 76 (75 Catharine St) or other municipal parking lots. Parking is free on Sundays. Hamilton GO Centre is a 4-minute walk from Car Park 76.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

116Km

Carpool Departure Time:

10:05 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $29.93 (calculated at total Km * $0.258, effective Sunday, April 27, 2025). This is based on $0.08/Km for maintenance, plus current gas price divide by 9. Your event coordinator will confirm exactly how much money is required from each person.

Notes:

This hike will go on in case of moderate rain. It'll be canceled only if a severe thunderstorm is forecast.

Photo Credits: Utkarsh

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Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
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