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Bruce Trail: Escarpment Section

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  2. ON
  3. …Toronto
  4. Waterdown
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“An easy trail with fantastic views. ”

Trevor Miller
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1.1

Miles

1.9

KM

Point to Point

739' 225 m

High

633' 193 m

Low

126' 38 m

Up

139' 42 m

Down

4%

Avg Grade (2°)

12%

Max Grade (7°)

Dogs Leashed

Features Fall Colors · River/Creek · Views · Wildflowers

Family Friendly A flat, easy trail.

Description

This section of the Bruce Trail starts at the Royal Botanical Gardens' Rock Chapel parking lot on Rock Chapel Road and follows the Escarpment to Romar Dr. There are several viewpoints that offer fantastic views of Cootes Paradise, Hamilton, and Burlington. This easy hiking trail is great for the entire family.

Contacts

Local Club: Bruce Trail Conservancy

Dec 3, 2024: Online Auction

Nov 21, 2024: Map 23 – Blue Mountains – Annual Closure, Petun Side Trail

Nov 21, 2024: Map 22 – Blue Mountains – Devil’s Glen, Annual Closure

Land Manager: Royal Botanical Gardens

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Trevor Miller
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  4.0 from 1 vote

#10

in Waterdown

#19200

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#10

in Waterdown

#101

in Ontario

#19,200

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