Maitland Trail Hike Black Hole Road To Benmiller – Sat Sept 7

Distance: 11.5 km

Pace: Medium

Terrain: Challenging

Duration: 5-6 hrs

(1 hr travel each way, 3 hrs hiking, lunch break.)

Meeting: Parking lot of Giant Tiger

(477 Huron St, Stratford, N5A 5T8)

Time: 8:45 AM arrival & organization

9 AM sharp departure to car pool to starting point. Car shuttle will be used. Return to Stratford by 3 PM.

Hike Route Overview:

This trail follows the Maitland River’s meandering route, through the gorge, along a hog’s back ridge, through mature woodland, Morris Tract and Falls Reserve CA. This is a challenging hike with steep up and down sections, some with stairs. There are two outhouses along the route and an area for picnicking in the Falls Reserve CA.

Recommendations: Pack a snack, lunch and water.

Bug spray and sun protection advisable. Wear supportive comfortable footwear.