Hiking Dundas Peak and Tews Falls

HIKE TITLE

Dundas Peak and Tews Falls

DATE

Saturday October 19, 2024

HIKE LEADER(S)

Joy White

EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER

joywhite.mail@gmail.com

905-902-4195

GENERAL LOCATION

(Locality, city and/or landmark)

Bruce Trail along the escarpment to Tews Falls lookout and Dundas Peak lookout

MEETING AND START TIME

Meet at 9:45 am for 10:00 start

SPECIFIC MEETING PLACE OR PARKING LOCATION

(Include exact address, GPS coordinate and/or map)

Dundas Driving Park. Drive into the park (one-way) and park in the spots on your left by the Lawn Bowling / Playground / Baseball Diamond. Meet in the parking area.

Dundas Driving Park - Google Maps

DISTANCE

Approx 8 km

PACE:

Leisurely / Moderate / Fast

Leisurely pace of 3 km per hour

DURATION APPROX

3 to 3.5 hours including stops

TERRAIN:

Easy / Moderate / Challenging

Moderate to challenging terrain with longer sections of uphill for the first half of the hike.  Some sections with uneven ground, rocks and tree routes.  Some muddy sections.  Small section of steeper downhill with slippery gravel and ruts.

TYPE OF HIKE:

i.e. Loop, There & Back or Combination

Combination of there and back with a loop.

HIKE GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Point of interests

Most of the hike is in the forest, with beautiful views at both Tews Falls and Dundas Peak.  Fall colours should enhance the beautiful views.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Yes. A Must.  Leaders appreciate early registration and at least 24 hours before the event.

CANCELLATION

• If your plans change, please self-cancel as soon as possible so that other HOC members may take your spot.

• The club may cancel due to bad weather that may impact the safety of participants or due to low attendance.

ONLINE REGISTRATION &

HIKER GROUP SIZE 

Registration opens 2 weeks before the hike. Up to 15 hikers are welcome to participate in this event

WHAT TO BRING

• Wear supportive hiking boots with good tread. Hiking poles will be helpful.

• Dress in layers according to weather; wear/bring waterproof rainwear.

• Bring snacks and enough water for the duration of the hike.

• Sun and bug protection if necessary.

Other Specifics to Your Hike

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