Secret Lake Hike and Swim

Please note the only way to register for this adventure is on our website.

There's a lake about two hours north of Toronto that most people have never heard of. That’s where we’ll be going.

The hike in is a 10km exploration through real Canadian Shield wilderness: granite underfoot, old-growth forest overhead, and one solid climb that makes the refreshing swim feel earned.

The trail winds through a stretch of protected wildlands that sees a fraction of the traffic of better-known Ontario parks. You'll pass through dense boreal forest, cross sections of exposed rock, and pick your way across beaver dam crossings that make this feel less like a trail day and more like actual backcountry. Keep your eyes open as: this area has moose, beaver, and more bird life than you'd expect.

The one major incline on the route is manageable for any reasonably fit hiker, and the rest is well-graded and straightforward. If you've done a few day hikes before, you'll find this comfortable. If this is closer to your first time out, it's a great one to start with.

At the turnaround, there's a lake waiting. We'll take a proper break and a swim before heading back.

Secret Location
This is one of Wilderness Union's secret hikes. We visit spots that are undiscovered by the wider world, keep them pristine, and share them only among members. The location is revealed to registered members in the days before the trip. We ask that you do the same.

Highlights
Summer Swimming: There's something about a lake you had to work to reach. Bring a swimsuit, take your time, and don't rush the trip back.
Canadian Shield Wilderness: Old-growth forest, exposed granite, and one solid climb that opens things up before you drop back down to the lake.
A Lake Worth the Hike: Five kilometres in, the trail ends at a lake. You'll have time to swim, dry off, and bask in the sun before heading back.

Event cost: $60+HST - $50 optional transport available.
Register here.

About Wilderness Union
Wilderness Union is deliberate about building an outdoors community that connects you to the life-changing magic of the outdoors and helps you find your people.

Members range from 20-40 years old. The group is a mix of GTA locals and newcomers to Toronto from within Canada and abroad.

Attendance numbers on Meetup don't reflect our actual event attendance - we typically have 15-20 community members at each event. Large enough that there's someone new to meet but small enough that it's not overwhelming!

Learn more at our website www.wildernessunion.com