Hike Length: 8km
Terrain: Despite the varied landscape, this is a pretty flat hike and should be suitable for anyone who’s moderately fit.
Estimated time to complete: 4 hours with breaks and exploration time.
06:50 - Meet at PetroCanada next to Keele Subway Station. There's free parking on Keele Street north of the station. Make sure you've had breakfast and used the loo before meeting us!
07:00 - Van leaves. We'll be leaving dead on time and can't wait for latecomers so please, please be on time!
09:30 - Meet self drivers at the Hardy Lake Car Park. We can't wait for self drivers so please be on time.
13:30 - Anticipated return to cars
14:00 - 15:30: Visit Bracebridge
18:00 - Rough arrival time back at Keele Station
This custom map is georeferenced, meaning it will show you where you are on the map in the right software and lays out the rough path that we’ll be following. It’s opened with the Avenza app which must be downloaded and installed in advance of the adventure.
You should also download the What3words app - this makes it easy to share and find locations in the unlikely event that you get lost.
Hiking boots are highly recommended, ideally ones with high ankle support to prevent injuries.
A packed lunch & snacks
2 litres of water
Layered clothing (wicking base layer, warm mid layer, down jacket, wind/waterproof shell, other layers according to cold)
Hiking boots
A pair of wool socks
Hat
Gloves
Buff/Balaclava (if it's really cold)
Hand/Toe warmers (if it's really cold)
Hiking poles (optional)
A bag to pack out garbage
Grab breakfast before you go. There's a Tims around the corner from our meet-up point.
You should read all of the instructions in here carefully and make sure you've downloaded and installed the map! It's important that you listen to the guides and follow their instructions at all times.
Hiking Injuries: Wear appropriate footwear (ankle high hiking boots) and hike within your abilities. If you need extra support, bring hiking poles.
Getting Lost: All hikers must remain with the group at all times. If you do find yourself lost at any point, stay where you are and call for help. If you have a whistle, bring it.
Trail conditions: Trails may be muddy or icy. Ensure you're wearing proper footwear with tread and ankle support.
All of the areas we visit across Ontario are situated on lands with deep histories and ongoing connections to Indigenous Nations, whose mutual relationships date back to time immemorial. Often rooted in a deep respect for the land, these predate European colonization and offer values that we strive to follow.
At Wilderness Union, we recognize that being on these lands carries a responsibility to learn and reflect. We use the Native Land map to better understand the territories we explore. We’ve found that a deeper understanding of the land’s history leads to a more robust appreciation of our time in nature and a change to how we behave in it. We strongly encourage you to take a moment to explore the resources available on that site — there is a ton of fantastic information.
For this adventure specifically, we’ll be trekking through Hardy Lake, which can be found on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabek, which includes the Ojibwe, Odawa, and Potawatomi Nations. The region has also been part of the traditional territory of the Huron-Wendat and Haudenosaunee Nations over time.
Hike Length: 8km
Terrain: Despite the varied landscape, this is a pretty flat hike and should be suitable for anyone who’s moderately fit.
Estimated time to complete: 4 hours with breaks and exploration time.
06:50 - Meet at PetroCanada next to Keele Subway Station. There's free parking on Keele Street north of the station. Make sure you've had breakfast and used the loo before meeting us!
07:00 - Van leaves. We'll be leaving dead on time and can't wait for latecomers so please, please be on time!
09:30 - Meet self drivers at the Hardy Lake Car Park. We can't wait for self drivers so please be on time.
13:30 - Anticipated return to cars
14:00 - 15:30: Visit Bracebridge
18:00 - Rough arrival time back at Keele Station
This custom map is georeferenced, meaning it will show you where you are on the map in the right software and lays out the rough path that we’ll be following. It’s opened with the Avenza app which must be downloaded and installed in advance of the adventure.
You should also download the What3words app - this makes it easy to share and find locations in the unlikely event that you get lost.
Hiking boots are highly recommended, ideally ones with high ankle support to prevent injuries.
A packed lunch & snacks
2 litres of water
Layered clothing (wicking base layer, warm mid layer, down jacket, wind/waterproof shell, other layers according to cold)
Hiking boots
A pair of wool socks
Hat
Gloves
Buff/Balaclava (if it's really cold)
Hand/Toe warmers (if it's really cold)
Hiking poles (optional)
A bag to pack out garbage
Grab breakfast before you go. There's a Tims around the corner from our meet-up point.
You should read all of the instructions in here carefully and make sure you've downloaded and installed the map! It's important that you listen to the guides and follow their instructions at all times.
Hiking Injuries: Wear appropriate footwear (ankle high hiking boots) and hike within your abilities. If you need extra support, bring hiking poles.
Getting Lost: All hikers must remain with the group at all times. If you do find yourself lost at any point, stay where you are and call for help. If you have a whistle, bring it.
Trail conditions: Trails may be muddy or icy. Ensure you're wearing proper footwear with tread and ankle support.
All of the areas we visit across Ontario are situated on lands with deep histories and ongoing connections to Indigenous Nations, whose mutual relationships date back to time immemorial. Often rooted in a deep respect for the land, these predate European colonization and offer values that we strive to follow.
At Wilderness Union, we recognize that being on these lands carries a responsibility to learn and reflect. We use the Native Land map to better understand the territories we explore. We’ve found that a deeper understanding of the land’s history leads to a more robust appreciation of our time in nature and a change to how we behave in it. We strongly encourage you to take a moment to explore the resources available on that site — there is a ton of fantastic information.
For this adventure specifically, we’ll be trekking through Hardy Lake, which can be found on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabek, which includes the Ojibwe, Odawa, and Potawatomi Nations. The region has also been part of the traditional territory of the Huron-Wendat and Haudenosaunee Nations over time.
