Sydenham Bruce Trail Club Releases March Hike Schedule & New End-To-End Challenge
March hikes and a new End-To-End in 16 series offer local hikers fresh ways to explore the Sydenham section of the Bruce Trail.
The Sydenham Bruce Trail Club has released its March 2026 hike schedule, along with details of several spring “challenge” hikes — including a new End-To-End series designed to make completing the local section of the Bruce Trail more accessible.
Group hikes are posted at sydenhambrucetrail.ca and hikes.brucetrail.org. Advance registration is required.
March 2026 Hike Schedule
Wednesday, March 4 at 7 p.m.
A 5 km Full Moon urban hike in Owen Sound at a brisk pace, followed by an opportunity for refreshments.
Thursday, March 5 at 1 p.m.
A leisurely 5.6 km snowshoe hike through scenic Springmount Forest at West Rocks.
Tuesday, March 10 at 1:30 p.m.
A 3 km Walk In Nature Series (WINS) hike exploring the Sydenham Escarpment Nature Reserve.
Friday, March 13 at 9 a.m.
A 10 km Brisk Fridays snowshoe hike in Kemble Rock Nature Reserve.
Sunday, March 15 at 1:30 p.m.
A 4.8 km early spring WINS hike at Pottawatomi Conservation Area and Jones Falls.
Tuesday, March 24 at 1:30 p.m.
A 4 km WINS hike in the Sydenham Nature Reserve near Rockford.
Friday, March 27 at 9 a.m.
A 10 km Brisk Fridays hike along Rocklyn Creek from Blantyre to near Walters Falls.
Sunday, March 29 at 1:30 p.m.
A 4.8 km WINS hike at Bayview Escarpment Nature Reserve.
Full details and registration links are available through the Bruce Trail Conservancy’s hike portal.
New “End-To-End In 16” Series Announced
This spring, the Sydenham Bruce Trail Club is launching its first-ever End-To-End (E2E) in 16 series — a guided opportunity to complete the entire Sydenham section of the Bruce Trail over 16 hikes.
Unlike traditional bus-supported End-To-End hikes that often cover more than 20 kilometres per day, the new format averages roughly 10 kilometres per outing. Organizers say the goal is to create a more manageable option for newer hikers, those easing into longer distances, or anyone wanting to complete the section at a steadier pace.
The shuttle-based hikes will run from Blantyre to Wiarton across eight two-day blocks:
May 7–8
May 21–22
June 4–5
June 18–19
September 10–11
September 24–25
October 8–9
October 22–23
Registration opens Monday, March 2 at 7 a.m. The cost is $65, and participation is limited to Bruce Trail Conservancy members.
Organizers say the format also offers practical advantages, including built-in car shuttles and the opportunity to hike with qualified leaders while building connections with other local hikers.
Additional Spring Challenge Hikes
Other challenge offerings this season include:
Sydenham Side Trails Challenge (currently full)
End-To-End In 8, expected to fill quickly following registration opening
Trail Running End-To-End, designed for experienced runners seeking a faster-paced completion of the section
More information, including registration details, is available through the Sydenham Bruce Trail Club and the Bruce Trail Conservancy website.
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