Niagara Bruce Trail/Laura Secord Loop around Twelve Mile Creek - 18 km

About the hike: For this hike, we will start at the parking lot for the Decew House. From there, we will start on the main Bruce Trail, eventually connecting to the Twelve Side trail (which is a trail established by Brock University students!) via the Hydro Hill trail  which will take us along Twelve Mile Creek. Once we reach the end of this side trail, we will walk back along the other side of the creek via the Laura Secord trail which will eventually link back up with the main Bruce trail for the last 3 or so km. 

We will stop for a snack around the halfway mark (at the crossover point of the Creek), and as needed for clothing adjustments, water/bio breaks. 

Hike leader: Brandon Correia

Contact: brandoncorreia8240@gmail.com | 519-500-2861

About the leaders: Brandon has been actively hiking with the GVTA and Bruce Trail organizations since 2022 and enjoys intermediate to longer distance hikes, most specifically on the GVT and Bruce Trail. 

Where: Decew House, St. Catherines 
Length: 18 km
Category: Loop
Pace and duration: Brisk, ~ 4 km/hr (4.5 hours)
Hike level: 2 (Intermediate). Mainly due to the length, most of the trail is relatively flat except for the hike down Hydro Hill and the last 3 or so km which feature some hills (typical Bruce trail). Could be some uneven footing in some places. 

Parking and departure: Meet at 7:45 am at Decew House Heritage Park parking off Decew Rd (about 500 m west off Merritville Hwy) (43.107568, -79.249598). Hike starts at 8:00 am.

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

What to wear and bring: Please bring plenty of water and snacks. Hiking boots/sturdy footwear are required, please dress in layers and be prepared for the weather. Please have icers in case they are required. Hiking 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