Trails on Tuesdays: Doon Valley Golf Course to Pioneer Tower – 5 km

About the hike: Starting at Doon Valley Golf course we connect with the Walter Bean Trail along the scenic Grand River. Crossing the river on the pedestrian bridge we walk on lands restored, together with Indigenous peoples, in the last few years. Then we will climb the gradual hill to Pioneer Tower and take in the scenery that attracted the first settlers to this area before returning to the golf course. No public washrooms are available and most of the trail is not maintained in the winter.

Hike Leader: Eva Kruzlics
Contact: kruzlics@rogers.com | 519.616.0831 (cell) or 519.896.0831 (home)

About the Leader: Eva enjoys connecting with fellow nature lovers through hiking. She has participated in the Guelph Walking Pilgrimage for many years and plans to walk the Camino one day. With GVTA, Eva leads short urban hikes (around 5 km) on Tuesdays, exploring local natural areas. 

Registration: Link to register for Doon Valley Golf Course to Pioneer Tower Hike - March 24

Where: Doon Valley Golf Course to Pioneer Tower, City of Kitchener
Length: 5 km
Category: In and Out
Pace: Moderate, 3 - 4 km/hr. About 1.5 hours.
Hike level: 1 (Easy). Well-defined, wide trail which is generally flat with a few gentle inclines. Suitable for beginners. Most of the trail is not maintained in winter; please wear appropriate footwear.. 

Parking & Departure: Meet at 9:50 am at Ormston Family Trailway sign, 500 Doon Valley Dr, Kitchener, ON N2P 1B4 (43.393665, -80.397472). The hike will start at 10:00 am sharp.

Directions: Please use your favourite GPS app to obtain directions.

What to wear & bring: This is a winter hike. Please dress according to weather in layers. Bring water and snack if you wish. Icers / ice cleats might be required, please have them with you. Trekking poles are optional. 

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