Bite Sized Belwood Series: The Belwood Section is the northernmost stretch of the Grand Valley Trail. The section includes scenic walks through Elora Gorge as well as gentle rambles along the Elora Cataract Rail Trail. The Bite Sized Belwood series completes this section of the GVTA with five shorter (4-8 km) hikes.
About this hike: This section of the trail includes both sections of wooded trail hugging the Grand River as well as stretches of road walking.
Hike leader: Laura MacGregor
Contact: 519-897-4952
About the leader: Laura MacGregor is a certified hike leader who enjoys walks of all distances. She’s completed numerous long-distance hikes in Canada and Europe and is excited about meeting fellow hikers and exploring the trail in her own backyard.
Where: Centre Wellington
Length: 4.1 km
Category: Linear hike, car shuttle involved.
Pace and duration: Moderate, 3.5 - 4 km/hr.
Hike level: Intermediate (2). A combination of rail trail, partially paved road, and mostly dirt trails through the forest, roots, mixed hilly and flat terrain, with a few steep long inclines. Possible thick mud, wet conditions in fall.
Parking and departure: Meet at 8:50 am in parking lot in Elora Gorge Conservation Area entering from 7400 Wellington County Rd 21, Main Gate, (43.672130, -80.446610). After short introduction and instructions, at 9 am sharp, we will car shuttle to the start of the hike, small parking lot at the corner of 3rd Line West & Middlebrook Road (43.658534, -80.457498).
Entrance fee required for those without a GVCA pass. Please note that Elora Gorge Passes can be obtained free from the GVTA shop.
Directions: Please use your favourite GPS app to obtain directions.
What to wear and bring: This is a late summer to early fall hike; please layer accordingly. Wear good hiking shoes/boots and socks. Pack and use sunscreen and insect repellent. Some hikers may prefer to use hiking poles. Carry adequate water and snacks. Hikes proceed rain or shine.
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.
