Jewels of Grand Valley Trail - Carolinian Crest: North Brantford - 10 km

About this hike: This hike will be in Carolinian Crest: North Brantford.  The hike starts from a cul de sac off Oak Park Rd in Brantford. We immediately head down onto a trail that will take us to the Grand Valley Trail along the Grand River. The trail is well marked, mainly flat, and winds through the woods close to the river, which will often come into view. After approximately 6.5 kms we will arrive at a footbridge that crosses the river where we can get a good view of the river as we take a water and snack break. From this resting spot we will head back, on the same side of the river, along the SC Johnson rail trail. At one point there is a bit of road walking before we get back onto the rail trail. For the last section of the hike we will head back down into the woods and back to the parking area.

About this series: Jewels of Grand Valley Trail is a series of hikes highlighting the beautiful parts of GVT in all 4 sections. Those hikes will range from about 6 km to 15 km. They will be led by Jeanette, Jane, Eva and Brandon through months of August to October. Come and enjoy the beauty of our trail!

Hike leader: Jane Bewick
Contact: jbewick15@gmail.com | 519-442-9356

About the leader: Jane is a new hike leader with GVTA, eager to get out with like-minded people who love to spend time walking in the woods and who would rather be outside than in. She hiked in various areas of the country for years and likes to hear about others’ experiences.

Where: North Brantford
Length: 10 km
Category: Loop
Pace and duration: Moderate, 3.5 - 4 km/h  About 2.5 hours 
Hike level: Intermediate (2). Forested sections compacted dirt trail with some exposed roots, rail trail compacted pea gravel with a short section of quiet road. 

Parking and departure: The hike will start at 10:00 am so please arrive by 9:45. We will park and meet at the end of the cul de sac on Fen Ridge Crt, (43.164333, -80.343949). Parking is free, no washrooms. Please carpool if you can.

Directions: Please use your favourite GPS app to obtain directions.
 
What to wear and bring: This is a late summer (yes still summer) hike. You might need hat and sunscreen, sunglasses. Dress for the weather, bring hiking poles if you prefer to hike with them and wear good hiking shoes. Bring water and snacks.

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.