Valentine Day Belwood Lake Loop - 18 km

Valentines Day Hike at Belwood Lake! Forget the fancy dinners — this Valentine’s Day, earn your dessert with an 18km trek around the stunning Belwood Lake.

Hike Leader: Marie Cowie
Contact: Mariekc86@gmail.com | (705) 241-2240

 
About the Leader: Marie has been a member of the GVTAfor almost 2 years. Her favourite season for hiking is winter for its crisp air, quiet trails, and the clarity and challenge that comes with the cold. Leading hikes gives her the chance to meet new people,share their love of the outdoors, and help others feel comfortable and confident on the trail. She loves that each trip brings fresh faces and new conversations!  

About the hike: Valentines Day Hike at Belwood Lake! Forget the fancy dinners — this Valentine’s Day, earn your dessert with an 18km trek around the stunning Belwood Lake. The trail is mostly flat but make no mistake, 18km will get your heart pumping (in all the right ways). Whether you’re coming with a partner, friends, or just to enjoy the day outdoors, it’s a great way to celebrate connection, movement, and the beauty of winter. No roses, no pressure — just good miles and great company.

Where: Belwood, Ontario Length: 18.6 km
Category: Loop
Pace: 3-4 km/hr. about 5.5 h
Hike level: 3 (difficult) due to length and winter hiking.

Parking & Departure: Meet at 8:50 am, parking at Maple Park located near 37 Queen St, Belwood, ON N0B 1J0, (43.791418, -80.323284). Hike starts at 9:00 am.
Directions: Please use your favourite GPS app to obtain directions.

What to wear & bring: This is a February hike so please dress accordingly (layers!), bring a snack and plenty of water, hiking boots recommended.

Sorry, no dogs on GVTA hikes with the exception of certified service dogs.

ALL ARE WELCOME ON OUR HIKES. Membership is encouraged as it helps to support our trails, $30 per household. To become a member please go to: https://www.gvta.on.ca/Membership_App.htm