Hiking Bruce Trail Rattlesnake / Kelso

Iroquoia Section Map 11

Rattlesnake/Kelso Conservation Areas. 

This 11 km shuttle hike will take approximately 3.5 hours and is at a leisurely pace over moderate terrain. There is no dropout point. No dogs please. There will be a refreshment/pub stop afterwards. 

Depart: 9:30 am 

Meet in the far western parking lot at Kelso Conservation Area on Tremaine Rd. at 9:30 am. We will car pool to the lower parking lot of Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area. 

Directions: Kelso Conservation Area is on the west side of Tremaine Rd., north of Steeles Rd. and south of the 401. Parking fee in effect or Halton Conservation Area pass.

Hike Description: This is an old favourite linear hike which visits Rattlesnake Point and Kelso Conservation Areas, both of which provide spectacular escarpment views. Bring water, a snack or lunch, insect repellent and sunscreen. 

Hike Leader: Anne/Phill Armstrong   hikingrandma@gmail.com