EXPLORE the
bruce trail

The Bruce Trail offers the avid hiker and naturalists a landscape to explore full of natural wonders and dramatic scenery. Its northern Bruce Peninsula section of the trail runs along a wilderness backbone following the dramatic limestone cliffs and turquoise blue waters of Georgian Bay. 

The ecosystem here is unique in that a collection of both northern and southern plant species are condensed in a small area making this a true naturalists paradise for discovering rare species.

The Bruce Trail is also home to a vast variety of wildlife; bears, foxes, racoons and a variety of bird species inhabit the coastal area along the trail and surrounding forests. 

guided hike's and interpretive tours

The Bruce Trail offers many places to hike on your own or with the help of an experienced local guide whose knowledge can further enrich a hike along the trail. There are one day tours you can join or multi day adventures that are also available. 

The Bruce Trail is a naturalists paradise with a variety of fern, orchid, asters, goldenrods and fleabane plant species specific to the Bruce Peninsula. The geology is also as diverse with many examples of rock formations such as, caves, sea stacks, as well, remnants of post glacial lakes and glaciated landscapes. 

A variety of bird species are also known to traverse this peninsula as it acts a natural corridor for both northern and southern migration. Birding is a popular activity on the peninsula and offers many opportunities to catch a rare glimpse of birds and wildlife that make this place their home. 

There are a variety of guided tours available from professional outfitting services that can accommodate specific areas of interest you may have. Whether it is discovering the many species of ferns and orchids, bird watching or exploring the little know spots of the Bruce Peninsula expert guides who have intimate knowledge of the land can provide your best chance for spotting and finding these species and places.

For more information about professional guide services located on the Bruce Peninsula follow the button below.

bruce trail guided hiking