Thunder Bay Hiking Association

Pearson Wetlands
2026-09-10 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto)
Explore the Nature Conservancy of Canada trail. This large mesa overlooks Pearson Wetlands and is a designated conservation reserve. The trail starts out with a difficult climb up a rocky cliff, to the top of a mesa that has a moderate loop. Bring a lunch and beverage. This hike is limited to 15 participants.
Level of Difficulty: Difficult
Hiking Time/Hiking Distance: 7.5 km / 4 hr
Travel Time/Travel Distance: 85 km / 1.5 hr
Suggested Gas Contribution: $9

Deer Lake Mountain Trail
2026-09-12 10:00 - 18:00
Trailhead is 3.4 km north of Nipigon. The wooded trail starts as a gradual climb and then circles the perimeter of Deer Lake with incredible views in all directions before returning to the trailhead. We will do a spur trail overlooking No Good Lake. Brin beverages and lunch and wear sturdy boots. Due to hunting season, please wear appropriate bi=right colors. Possibility of stopping at a restaurant after the hike. This hike is limited to 14 participants. Rain date September 13, Sunday.
Level of Difficulty: Intermediate
Hiking Time/Hiking Distance: 8 km / 4 hr
Travel Time/Travel Distance: 220 km/2.5 hr
Suggested Gas Contribution: $22

Waverly Park through heritage areas and sites of early Port Arthur development
2026-09-17 12:30 - 15:00
An urban stroll on city streets from Waverly Park through Port Arthur downtown, discovering the historic area of McVicar Creek and Harrington and quiet adjacent neighbourhoods. https://www.thunderbay.ca/en/city-hall/resources/Documents/HistoryHeritageandRecords/Heritage/McVicar-HarringtonTour- Accessible.pdf
Level of Difficulty: Easy
Hiking Time/Hiking Distance: 5 km / 1 hr 30 min
Travel Time/Travel Distance: n/a

Welsh Mountain Hike
2026-09-19 14:00 - 17:00
One of our favorites, this trail is relatively close to town and offers many levels of hiking experience. We will hike to the “George Rhine Lookout’ and then continue past the North Lookout and to adjacent lookouts. Bring a lunch and plenty of fluids. This hike will be limited to 15 participants.
Level of Difficulty: Intermediate
Hiking Time/Hiking Distance: 8 km / 4 hrs.
Travel Time/Travel Distance: 120 km / 2 hrs.
Suggested Gas Contribution: $12

Annual General Meeting followed by member presentation
2026-09-22 18:00 - 20:30
Everyone Welcome (feel free to bring a friend)! Join us for the TBHA Annual General Meeting, which will be held at the Westminster United Church on River Street, across from Grandview Mall. From 6:00 pm to 6:50 pm, computers will be available for 2027 membership renewals for those who need assistance or wish to pay by cash or cheque. The meeting will start at 7:00 pm. Please consider putting your name forward to run for positions on the TBHA Executive. Following the meeting there will be a member presentation on Hiking Hadrian’s Wall.

Oberg/Leveaux Mountain Hike, USA
2026-09-24 09:00 - 18:00
Enjoy the maple tree colours, just south of Lutsen Mountain. Bring lunch and fluids. Passport is required and out of country insurance is recommended. No fresh fruit is allowed across the border. We may stop for supper on the way home. This hike is limited to 15 participants.
Level of Difficulty: Intermediate/Difficult
Hiking Time/Hiking Distance: 8 km / 4 hrs.
Travel Time/Travel Distance: 120 km / 2 hrs.
Suggested Gas Contribution: $32
