Jewels of Grand Valley Trail - Black Walnut: Pinnacle Hill Loop - 10 km

About this hike: This hike will be in Black Walnut Section: Pinnacle Hill. Explore the Grand Valley Trail starting with the hilly Topper Woods, then walk through the subdivisions in Doon South and connect with the single-track trail of the Pinnacle Hill Natural Area, where the vista of Pinnacle Hill will impress you! From Doon Public School wider trails connect us to city streets briefly. We will cross Homer Watson Boulevard and continue along the Grand Valley Trail to admire the Grand River. Our lunch spot will be outdoors at the Homer Watson House. Then we will walk along Schneider Creek, gradually climb a trail to Windrush Park and walk along more city streets back to our start. 

About this series: Jewels of Grand Valley Trail is a series of hikes highlighting the beautiful parts of GVT in all 4 sections. Those hikes will range from about 6 km to 15 km. They will be led by Jeanette, Jane, Eva and Brandon through months of August to October. Come and enjoy the beauty of our trail!

Hike leader: Eva Kruzlics
Contact:  kruzlics@rogers.com | 519.616.0831 (cell) or 519.896.0831 (home)

About the leader: Eva enjoys connecting with the community through hiking and has participated in the Guelph Walking Pilgrimage for many years. She plans to walk the Camino one day. With GVTA, Eva leads short urban hikes (around 5 km) in the region on weekdays, exploring local natural areas and interacting with other nature lovers.    

Where: Topper Woods and Pinnacle Hill Natural Areas, Kitchener
Length: 10 km
Category:  Loop
Pace and duration: 3 - 4 km/hour ; about 2.5 to 3 hours.
Hike level: Moderately challenging (2) with some steeper hills. The path is a mix of dirt path, concrete, stone-dust and woodchips. Hiking shoes are recommended especially if the weather is wet. 

Parking and departure: Hike starts at 10 am. Please arrive 10 minutes earlier. Park along the street close to 220 Chestnut Hill Crescent, Kitchener (43.381513, -80.428131).

Directions: Please use your favourite GPS app to obtain directions.
 
What to wear and bring: Pack some water and munchies, bug spray, sunscreen and raingear. Sturdy shoes recommended. Parts of the path are narrow; long pants recommended to avoid ticks.

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.