The Trails of the PBTC

The Bruce Trail in the Peninsula Section of "The Bruce"

The Peninsula section of the Bruce Trail consists of a main trail (with white blazes), providing the opportunity for a long linear hikes, and a variety of side trails and access trails (blue blazes) that allow people to have scenic, short and long, loop hikes The trail is a work in progress and it keeps changing so we are always looking for volunteers to help. You may want to examine the Volunteer web page as well as the Trail Work web page.

The main trail begins in Wiarton, where the Sydenham section of the Bruce Trail ends, and winds its way up the east side (the higher side) of the Peninsula to Tobermory. For most of its length the trail is a rugged footpath and in numerous situations it provides spectacular views over Georgian Bay. Along its path there are side trails and access trails (blue blazes) as mentioned above.

If you wish to experience hiking the Bruce Trail, we recommend that you take advantage of the published group hikes led by expereinced hike leaders. Go to the Hikes web page where you will find more detailed information about our scheduled outings such as dates, hike location and length and so on.

If you prefer to explore the Bruce Trail yourself, do so but not alone. Never hike alone. It is best to hike at least one other person and when you do make sure family/friends know when and where you will be hiking.

Maps Available

It is best to have trail maps with you. The Brcue Trail Conservancy produces a quality binder of Brude Trail maps and the PBTC has a very handy Bruce Penininsula Day Hike Guide. Check the Maps web page for details.

Goal and Map Updates

Our goal is to keep moving the trail to its optimum route - along the escarpment. Our PBTC Newsletter (The Rattler) keeps members informed of trail changes. A good reason to become a PBTC member.

More Trail Related Information

To read more about the PBTC trails and what we do check the Trail Work web page and the How To Maintain a Trail web page.