Walker Woods

NOTE: Currently closed due to danger of falling trees and tree limbs from ash trees infected with emerald ash borer. The ash trees are scheduled for removal, after which the trails will reopen -

What is Walker Woods Trail?
2 km hiking trail. 2 loops in a figure eight pattern allow a short (half a kilometre) hike if you do the short loop (accessible from the parking lot at Bonaventure Drive), or a full 2km by doing both loops (accessible from both the parking lot or from 2107 Walker Road).

This trail is a little rough - natural, unpaved. Very easy for a hiker, but not a good trail for people who don't do well on uneven ground, can't step over branches, etc. Not good for wheelchairs or strollers.

The area can be muddy. There are several small streams or muddy sections that are passable by carefully walking over makeshift paths of fallen logs and branches.

The woods are flanked by farmer's fields. Be respectful. Stay to the paths and avoid areas marked by private property signs.

Parking:
A small parking lot off Bonaventure Drive leads to the trail entrance. Or park on the side of Walker Road.

What to bring:
In the spring and summer bring insect repellent. Mosquitos bite!

What to see:
We went in the spring and the area was carpeted in trillium, violets, jack-in-the-pulpit, etc. Birds were singing (spotted a scarlet tanager!) Saw a snake too.

Lovely little natural area.

Great bush for walking, single track biking or cross country skiing. Trail markers could use a touch up.

A nice walk near New Hamburg. Fairly easy terrain but I suggest coming from the east side. The west entrance its a bit overgrown, however, that is where the fairy houses are.

Beautiful Forest great for a hike with the kids

A pleasant place for a few km of woodsy walking. No ups or downs, a few creeks to negotiate. A well-marked trail, but not too groomed. The trail association has improved access, but there are a few potentially muddy places. Local residents are lucky to have Walker's Woods so close by. Our township is not a great destination for natural wonders.