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* Hilton Falls *
16 Mile Creek
Single Track
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One of the single tracks spurs off the Hilton Falls double track Trail. It traverses the 16 Mile Creek gorge and ends up at the falls on the west side. Very technical sections with loose rocks and boulders. There are 2 plank bridges that cross the creek.
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* Bruce Trail *
Hilton Falls Mill Site
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Katie stops and waves at the top of the Hilton Falls gorge lookout.
Even in colder weather, mountain biking can be quite enjoyable as long as you dress wisely.
Here it was 40 degrees Farenheit, or 5 Celcius.
There are a number of historical plaques marking the history of the site. There is also a large open firepit stocked with fresh wood and an outdoor washroom right nearby. Everything to make a weary hiker comfortable.
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* Bruce Trail *
Hilton Falls
Single Track
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This is typical pine forest single track along the Bruce Trail. Some areas are restricted and park politics ask that riders not use some sections to keep them intact and secluded for hikers. Note the blue paint tag on the tree trunk. This is the Bruce Trail designation from Niagara Falls to Tobermory.
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* Beaver Dam Trail *
Double & Single Track
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This may seem a liitle extreme for mountain biking, but it was 40 F degrees and no wind when I took this picture.
Biking in snow is very different. This was taken 2 days after the first snowfall of about 3". It's slippery, but wet packing snow with good tires, does give some traction. Definitely a work-out.
One thing you do notice is lack of sound. It is absolutely dead quiet and calm. No birds, no rustling leaves or branches. Everything has been lulled asleep by Mother Nature.
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* Bruce Trail *
Single Side Track
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Mountain biking in snow is quite challenging but fun. Hidden rocks, boulders and tree roots are definitely a problem. Yikes! In this case, it's nice NOT to be the first one to bike the trail. At least the track is hard-packed and easy to follow.
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Hilton Falls Conservation Area, Milton
