About the hike: Laurel Creek Conservation Area is a local Waterloo gem. Come take a walk with us in the forest! Enjoy a boardwalk, grassy trails, beachfront, and sky views peeking through the trees on these easy loops. Get outside with us, move your body and breathe in some fresh forest air! We may hike in thick mud, or wade through ankle deep water in spring, take little detours on a variety of side trails within this park, and we welcome the fun and adventure this brings!
Weeknight Wanders Series
Join Leanne and Kamil for this Monday evening mini series of short weekday evening wanders! The perfect way to spend an evening! These hikes will be taking place in various locations, changing monthly. Our intention is to provide a regular weekday community hike night that folks can look forward to and count on year round!
Hike Leader: Leanne & Kamil Wierzbicki
Contact: 647-529-3324 | 647-529-3316
About the Leaders: Leanne and Kamil have been casual hikers since 2006, becoming more avid hikers in their mid forties! They began hiking with the GVTA upon moving back to Kitchener-Waterloo in autumn of 2023 after many years living in Northwestern Ontario. They knew they wanted to share their love of the outdoors and active living with others as certified hike leaders with this wonderful local organization. With a playful and enthusiastic approach to their outdoor adventures, this husband and wife team encourage you to get outside, move your body, and have fun doing it! Embrace your inner hike nerd.
Where: Laurel Creek Conservation Area, Waterloo
Length: 4 km to 6 km
Category: Loop
Pace: Moderate to brisk, 4 - 5 km/hr. About 45-90 minutes, depending on which route we take.
Hike level: 1 (easy). Relatively easy, wide gravel or grassy path through the forest, mostly flat, some roots. Possible thick mud, wet areas.
Depart: Hike starts at 6:45pm. Please arrive 10 minutes earlier, at 6:35 pm. In respect of all hikers, we will not be waiting for late comers. Meet at the main parking lot by the gatehouse (43.489993, -80.569813).
Parking / entry fee: $9.50 adults, $7.50 seniors for day use. If you have a Grand River Conservation Authority pass, parking is free. You can also park out at the main road and walk in to the gatehouse, however, we would encourage supporting the conservation area.
Directions: Please use your favourite GPS app to obtain directions.
What to wear & bring: This is a summer hike; please dress accordingly. Wear good hiking shoes/boots, merino wool socks are a great idea, lightweight and breathable clothing (no cotton), hat, bug jacket/hat when necessary.
Now in the season of sun and bugs, bring sunscreen and bug repellent.
**All of our hikes are offered rain/snow or shine, unless in the event of dangerous weather. Every day is a good day to get outside! Just arrive in appropriate gear!**
Sorry, no dogs on GVTA hikes with the exception of certified service dogs.
ALL ARE WELCOME ON OUR HIKES. Membership is encouraged as it helps to support our trails, $30 per household. To become a member please go to:
https://www.gvta.on.ca/Membership.
