Camping Trips Toronto

Bon Echo Provincial Park camping

**Bon Echo Provincial Park**

One Last Backcountry Weekend in Frontenac

**Please note the only way to register for this adventure is on [our website.](https://www.wildernessunion.com/adventures/weekend-in-frontenac)** **Fall (aka shoulder season) camping brings the serene beauty of the backcountry, without the crowds and bugs.** At this time of year, Frontenac will be less busy and the trail into Big Clear Lake belongs mostly to us. It's a 9km hike to reach the site, working through root tangled trails and stretches of open granite typical of this stretch of the Canadian Shield. Only the most stubborn leaves will remain on the trees and you’ll enjoy long sightlines through bare branches where the canopy used to be. The pace is steady and moderate the whole way in, never technical but never quite letting up either. We set up camp on the shore of Big Clear Lake as the light starts to drop, we get a fire going, and cook dinner together. Late October nights out here are serene, with a sky full of stars over the lake. In the morning, we’ll take our time over breakfast before packing up and heading out along the other side of Big Salmon Lake: a different stretch of trail from the one we hiked in on, with its own look at the park before we're back where we started. By the time we're back at the cars, you'll have had that sweet final night of the year in the backcountry. What's included * Professional & certified guides * ‍All camp meals, cooking equipment and mess kits * ‍Tents Sleeping bags and sleep pads can be rented from WU for a small fee. **Accessibility** Wilderness Union is committed to making our adventures as accessible as possible. If you wish to make an accommodation request relating to a disability or provide feedback, please do so by sending an email to info@wildernessunion.com **Highlights** **Last Trip of the Season:** The final overnight on the calendar before WU's backcountry program pauses for winter **Shoulder Season Solitude**: Long, quiet stretches of trail, with the lake mostly to yourselves. **A Clear Night Sky:** Bare branches and dry autumn air make for some of the best stargazing conditions of the year at the campsite. **Event cost: $265+HST. $70 optional transport also available. Please register [here.](https://www.wildernessunion.com/adventures/weekend-in-frontenac)** **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](https://www.wildernessunion.com/)***

Midweek morning hike - Earl Bales

Crothers Woods to St Clair via Vale of Avora. Moderate. 2.7

Muskoka cranberry plunge + Hardy Lake

This is one for the Gram. We'll be heading Northbound to the Muskoka area for a fun day out in the beautiful Fall color season. We'll start the day by visiting Gravenhurst which is a town in the Muskoka region, here you will have free time to grab some brunch. After that, we'll head over to the Muskoka Lakes Farm and Winery for a popular Fall time activity. You'll be given some chest waders so you can sink into the water surrounded by millions of Cranberries - it's a great way to get those awesome images. After the farm, we'll make a quick stop at a local brewery, followed by Hardy Lake Provincial Park. This small Provincial Park in Muskoka is a must do for those who like hiking. While there are many trails, we'll head on the biggest and best around Hardy Lake which will serve up some good snaps. We'll gage the groups ability and pick the most suitable hike for the day. Please email sandra@origin-travels.com for more details and to grab a spot! We will have max 15 people on this day trip. *Ticket info: $129 includes plunge entry + gear, round trip transport from Toronto and a driver/guide for the day.*

Fall Colours Canoe trip to Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park

This is a trip to view the back country Ontario during prime fall colours. This is a one-night trip. We will paddle into the interior and camp for the night. There are 2 small portage. Camp sites and canoes will be reserved. Food will be provided and carpooling arranged. You do not need to bring any food. We will be asking for a $50 deposit via paypal or bank email transfer to keep your spot since I need to reserve the sites and canoes ahead of time. I will send out a note with further information to those who sign up. See paypal and bank email transfer info under "COSTS" below. RSVP REQUIREMENTS RSVP "Going" if you are sure you can attend, are able to meet the difficulty requirement, bring what is needed and have reviewed the costs associated with this event. EVENT DETAILS Difficulty: Easy to Moderate - You are able to paddle 3-4 hours per day and are reasonably fit. What to Bring: Hat, Personal water bottle, 2 or 3 dry bags or garbage bags (to use for your clothes & sleeping bag) Put the garbage bag inside to line you backpack. Put another one inside your sleeping bag case to line that. Waterproof Coat. List of Clothing : Hat, swimsuit, sweaters or sweatshirts (it will get cold in the evenings), jeans or long pants, 1 towel, 2 pairs shoes - 1 for dry hiking and 1 for wet stuff. Wet shoes need to be secure, flip flops and loose sandals may get stuck in the mud. bowl, cup, spoon, fork, sun glasses, flashlight or strong headlamp, Toiletries: Toilet paper, sunscreen, bug spray. When you pack your stuff, if you can pack everything in one pack, portaging will be much easier! Other camping items: Backpack, Sleeping bag (suitable for cold weather), sleeping pad or mattress GETTING THERE Drivers will be notified by the organizer where to meet and pick up passengers. Drivers will be sent complete directions as to where, when and who to meet and directions to the Park. Please sign up for the carpool here: https://groupcarpool.com/t/po0qbj COSTS Other: 50 deposit to remain on going list. Total cost between 180 and $220. This cost includes all gas, camp fees, food and canoe rentals. The balance is payable at the end of the trip when we calculate the costs owed by each member. HOW TO PAY: contact Pedro for paypal account and e-mail address INTRODUCTION TO CANOEING Please review the following safety videos: (You don't need to kneel, sitting is fine for this type of trip. The other safety tips are good) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PrjXT9bAB6c](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PrjXT9bAB6c) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTtFSpelQk4](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTtFSpelQk4) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zHSfEhEqkU](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zHSfEhEqkU) Please ALWAYS check your email or the event post in the evening or in the morning prior to the event for cancellation, rescheduling or last minute changes. Please Note: You are required to respond to Meetup messages in a timely manner. The messages may be on the comment board below, private message, or through the email address you have registered with [Meetup.com.](http://Meetup.com.)

🎃🍂 PUMPKINS AFTER DARK – MARKHAM ROAD TRIP! 🍂🎃

🎃🍂 PUMPKINS AFTER DARK – MARKHAM ROAD TRIP! 🍂🎃 Saturday, October 17 Looking for the perfect pre-Halloween/Fall activity? One of our group members, Emma, suggested this cool idea — so we're heading out to Pumpkins After Dark in Markham! 🎃✨ This will be the FIRST TIME our Meetup group has done Pumpkins After Dark, and it looks like a fantastic way to get into the Halloween spirit! 🌙 THE PLAN We'll meet at 8:00 PM outside Christie Station and then head to Markham together in a rental SUV. The road trip transportation includes: 🚙 Round-trip transportation from Toronto 🎃 Transportation to and from Pumpkins After Dark 👻 A fun evening with the group 🍂 A perfect Fall/pre-Halloween night out! 💰 TRANSPORTATION: $25 The $25 covers your round-trip transportation only. ⚠️ IMPORTANT: Your Pumpkins After Dark admission ticket is NOT included. You must purchase your own event admission separately. 🎟️ Buy your Pumpkins After Dark ticket here: https://pumpkinsafterdark.com/markham 🚨 RESERVE YOUR SPOT Because we're using a rental SUV with limited space, your spot is NOT locked in until I receive your $25 e-transfer. 📧 E-transfer: nicolasbello@yahoo.com 💵 $25 per person Please don't RSVP unless you're committed to coming and can send the $25 to secure your spot. 🎃 WHY THIS WILL BE FUN Think giant glowing pumpkins, Halloween displays, crisp Fall weather, music, photos and a bunch of friends enjoying one of the most seasonal activities around. It's basically the perfect excuse to start celebrating Halloween before Halloween actually arrives! 👻🍂 Come for the pumpkins, stay for the road-trip fun! First time for our group — let's make it a good one! 🎃🚙

Autumn Awe at Crawford Lake

**Please note the only way to register for this adventure is on [our website.](https://www.wildernessunion.com/adventures/crawford-lake-26)** **Crawford Lake keeps its secrets in its sediment. We’ll share some of them with you on this adventure.** This emerald green meromictic lake is a scientific marvel. It’s so still that its deep layers never mix, and nothing that settles to the bottom ever gets disturbed. That untouched geological record, laid down year by year, is part of why it’s so special. We’ll follow the lake’s shores on the newly completed boardwalk, with radiant fall colours towering above us. From the lake, the trail climbs onto the Niagara Escarpment and joins the Bruce Trail, the longest trail network in Ontario. This section has some moderately technical terrain that will ask you to slow down and pay attention. Partway through, the trail passes the reconstructed 15th century Iroquoian village, three longhouses rebuilt on their original footprint. From there, the trail carries on toward Rattlesnake Point, climbing to a pretty spectacular viewpoint over the canyon before looping back through mixed hardwood forest to the lake. By the time you're back at the boardwalk, you'll have covered the escarpment's best angles: canyon, cliff, and calm water, all in one loop. **Accessibility** Wilderness Union is committed to making our adventures as accessible as possible. If you wish to make an accommodation request relating to a disability or provide feedback, please do so by sending an email to info@wildernessunion.com **Highlights** **Rattlesnake Point Viewpoint:** The high point of the loop, with open views out over the escarpment cliffs and the valley below. **Crawford Lake:** Formed roughly 10,000 years ago in a sinkhole carved out by retreating glaciers, tucked into forest at the top of the escarpment. **Peak Fall Colours:** The escarpment forest turns early and hard here, with the ridgeline views making the reds and golds even more dramatic than from the trail floor. **Itinerary** **09:00** \- Shuttle leaves from near Keele station **10:00 - 10:30** \- Explore Iroquoian Longhouse Village **10:30 - 15:30** \- Hike Crawford lake loop and to Rattlesnake point\, with a stop for lunch along the way **16:30** \- Arrival back in Toronto **Event cost: $55+HST. $40 optional transport also available. Please register [here.](https://www.wildernessunion.com/adventures/crawford-lake-26)** **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](https://www.wildernessunion.com/)***

Wilder Series: The Even Wilder Loop

**Please note the only way to register for this adventure is on [our website.](https://www.wildernessunion.com/adventures/wilder-loop-fall-26)** **We're heading somewhere new, and it's wilder than anything else in the series.** This is the first time WU is running the Even Wilder Loop, and it's the next step up in our Wilder Series, our lineup for those chasing bigger days out. The name isn't subtle. This is a remote, rugged backcountry in a less visited part of the park, and you'll feel it from the first kilometre. The trail climbs and drops hard in places, with some scrambles along the way where you'll need your hands as well as your feet. Between the climbs, it opens onto barrens and meadows, and you'll see plenty of beaver dams along the way. Partway through, the river crossing takes us through some rapids. It's only 8.5 km, but it's some of the wildest 8.5 km we run. ***Secret Location*** This is one of Wilderness Union's 'secret' hikes. As a group, we visit some truly special spots that are undiscovered by the wider world. We like to keep them pristine and only share them among our members - we ask that you do the same! We reveal the location to registered members in the days before the trip. **Accessibility** Wilderness Union is committed to making our adventures as accessible as possible. If you wish to make an accommodation request relating to a disability or provide feedback, please do so by sending an email to info@wildernessunion.com **Highlights** **The Rapids Crossing:** The most memorable stretch of the day. You will get wet! **Wildlife Spotting:** Bears, moose, beavers and loons are just some of the creatures that call this area home. You'll have a chance to spot some from a safe distance for a magical encounter. **A WU First:** Nobody in the crew has done this loop with us before. You'll be part of the first group on it. **Itinerary** **07:00** \- Shuttle leaves from near Keele station **10:00 - 15:00** \- Hike loop at secret location **15:00** \- Anticipated return to cars **18:00** \- Anticipated return to Toronto **Event cost: $66+HST. $50+HST optional transport also available. Please register [here.](https://www.wildernessunion.com/adventures/wilder-loop-fall-26)** **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](https://www.wildernessunion.com/)***

Niagara Falls Road Trip: André-Philippe Gagnon . $50,includes ticket & transport

# 🎤 Niagara Falls Road Trip: André-Philippe Gagnon – Greatest Hits 📅 **Wednesday, October 28, 2026** 📍 **Meet at Christie Station, Toronto** 🚗 **Travel in a Kia Soul with SiriusXM Radio** 💰 **Just $50 TOTAL!** Come along for a fun evening road trip to Niagara Falls to see the incredible **André-Philippe Gagnon – Greatest Hits** at the **Avalon Theatre at Fallsview Casino Resort**! André-Philippe Gagnon is renowned for his musical impressions, comedy and ability to recreate the voices of some of the world's biggest musical stars. The Greatest Hits show takes audiences on a musical journey through the songs and artists that have created the soundtrack of our lives. ### 🎟️ What's Included **$50 total includes:** * 🎫 Your concert ticket * 🚗 Round-trip transportation from **Christie Station** * 📻 A fun road trip in the **Kia Soul with SiriusXM** * 🌊 An evening in Niagara Falls ### 🕓 Schedule **4:30 PM** – Depart Toronto from Christie Station We'll head toward Niagara Falls after work. Depending on traffic and how quickly we get there, **we may have a little time to stop and do some sightseeing** before the show. **8:30 PM** – André-Philippe Gagnon: Greatest Hits 📍 Avalon Theatre, Fallsview Casino Resort The show is scheduled for **8:30 PM on Wednesday, October 28**. **After the show** – Head back to Toronto **Approximately 11:45 PM** – Expected arrival back at Christie Station, depending on traffic. ### 🚨 VERY LIMITED SPOTS! This is a **small-group road trip**, so there are only a very limited number of seats available in the Kia Soul. **Your spot is NOT confirmed until the $50 e-transfer is received.** 💸 Send $50 by e-transfer to: nicolasbello@yahoo.com Once your e-transfer is received, your spot will be locked in. ### 🎭 Event Information The show takes place at the **Avalon Theatre, 6380 Fallsview Boulevard, Niagara Falls**. 👉 **Official event page:** [André-Philippe Gagnon – Fallsview Casino Resort](https://fallsviewcasinoresort.com/events-and-promotions/schedule-of-events/andre-philippe-gagnon.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com) ### ⚠️ Please Note This is a **road trip**, not a bus tour. Return times are approximate and can be affected by **Toronto traffic, QEW traffic and road conditions**. Come for the music, stay for the road-trip atmosphere, and let's make a night of it in Niagara Falls! 🎶🚗🌊

Algonquin Park Canoe & Hike Adventure

🍁 Chasing Fall Colours at Forks of the Credit

Let’s head out to Forks of the Credit Provincial Park for a beautiful fall hike through colourful forests, rolling trails, and the scenic Cataract Falls! We can then stop on our way back for dinner! We’ll take our time, enjoy the views, take plenty of photos, and have some good company along the way. Meetup fee - $2, please interac to - mech.mandeep@gmail.com or vibhuchaudhary@yahoo.com 🥾 The Plan Moderate hike — roughly 2–3 hours Forest trails + fall colours + Cataract Falls Start hiking at 12:15 PM Please arrive by 12:00 PM so we can get organized and start together IMPORTANT — PARK RESERVATION Everyone driving must book their own vehicle reservation in advance. Reservations open 5 days before the visit. Please book the 12:00 PM–4:00 PM time slot. Please don't wait until the day of the hike, as October weekends can fill up quickly. Bring water, snacks, and comfortable hiking shoes. Autumn trails can be muddy or slippery, so dress accordingly. Come for the fall colours, stay for the waterfall and good company! 🍁😊