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Thornton Bales Conservation Area

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Thornton Bales Conservation Area
"Simply Stunning.Thornton Bales Conservation Area is famous for its steep slopes and rugged beauty. This Area of Natural and Scientific Interest ANSI is part of the Oak Ridges Moraine, and has an elevation that drops 54 metres!Nicknamed "The 99 Steps", this conservation area is best suited to people who are in good physical condition and enjoy a challenge. Sturdy footwear is strongly recommended.Enjoy the mature ravine setting and explore the main trail which is located on the Greenbelt Route and connects to the University of Toronto's property and Joker's Hill.Dogs-on-leash is the rule at all conservation areas. Take nothing but photos.Note there is very limited parking at this location. Parking on 19th Sideroad is prohibited."
Address: Mulock Sideroad , King L7B 1K5, ON, CA
State: ON
City: King
Zip Code: L7B 1K5


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We like the length and the varieties for this trail. Even within such a short trail we chose to take a shorter route, didn't go to Joker's Hill, but this part could connect to there, there are different elevation levels already. It's very good for toddlers and young kids too saw many young families! Most of the parts of the trail are covered by trees so lots of shades! We counted the steps, and it's indeed 99 steps but if you count 1 from the flat, it could be 100 steps! . Along the trail, the signs for the main route are very clear, it's very helpful. I'd like to give 5 stars but couldn't because of the parking area. It's very limited and not too convenient, but we would come again for sure in the future!
This is a beautiful place to go for a hike in most seasons. The trails are hilly so I would not rate them as beginner or "easy". I've been here in the summer, fall and winter and each time, it's a different experience as the appearance of the forest changes so much. Parking is limited in the little lot on 19th Avenue and there is another lot off of Bathurst, but I haven't parked there before. I would give this location a 5-star rating if the trails were marked more clearly. There are some maps at random locations but not very frequently and the trail that goes between Thornton Bales and Joker's Hill is not marked and also a bit challenging. It would be really useful if there were signs that pointed to the shortest route to the parking areas. There are steep hills and the trail goes through a swampy area with a river. Depending on when you go, it can be very wet. I would definitely not recommend going when conditions are icy. I recently went in the winter and it was serene and beautiful. Make sure to bring snacks and water and a charged cell phone so you can check a Google Map to see where you are and which way you are pointed. Definitely would recommend this conservation area. Beautiful and challenging! Feels like a proper forest.
Nice easy loop trail with the 99 steps up/down the hill. There is a longer side trail that connects all the way over to Jokers Hill. Parking is very limited so keep that in mind when going. I’m sure this trail would be beautiful in the fall time with the foliage
Hiked this trail yesterday, and found it to be a very serene and refreshing hike, nice forest with tall mature trees. Interestingly, you notice a clear divide between pine forest and maple, birch, and oak trees, I guess, it is the soil difference as it is beachy sand on the side of pine trees. Better to park on the Bathurst end jokers peak and walk right across to the 99 steps and return back through the other loop around midway. Part of area is restricted as it falls under university of Toronto, but, there is a bypass trail marked in white to get across. Very scenic with ups and downs. In summary, a medium difficulty and scenic experience, especially during fall time.
Get on your hiking boots and spend an afternoon on a trail. The Thornton Bales conservation area is conveniently located an hour from the GTA. A canopy of mature trees, local plants, rolling hills, and wildlife brings tranquillity to the area. The trailhead is at the top of a hill. Be prepared to walk down a steep set of stairs to explore the area. Note there is limited parking at the trailhead. Additional parking is available on the shoulder of the road.
It was a nice trail, especially walking into it, but it didn’t offer much other than that. Aside from the stairs, the trail pattern was very short up, short flat, short down. If you’re an avid hiker I would say if you go quick, it’s a good way to get your heart pumping. With all that being said, I think this is good for anyone that lives in the area and/or doesn’t hike much.
Nice morning trail with lots of woods…and the best part is 99 steps..lovely to walk down and ur fitness comes up when u walk back… not to many mosquitoes but I advise when u go with kids pls carry spray… What I liked is you can donate to park by a tap machine which didn’t work but later it did.. parking is less so watch out for it What I didn’t like is trail paths are not laid properly.. only one oak trail but u can explore within woods a lot.. request you to improve little bit on this..
It was a nice walk with a little ups and downs. The view was pretty good with fall colors. Would have been better if there was a lake.
Mid Oct 2022 weekend. Together with 99 Steps, Joker Hill trail, it could be a 2 hours hiking with strides. Joker Hill has more parking spaces.
After hearing about Thornton Bales Conservation Area, I decided to check it out. I opted for an early morning hike 8 a.m.. Parking is very limited and there is a 3 hour window for hiking. The trail wasn't too busy. The hike was a great workout even though it is a circuit. The steep grades in the trail was unexpected. I will definitely hike there again.
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