Bruce Trail — Section 3: Toronto
~3 days · 30.6 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Bruce Trail — Section 3: Toronto is known for
Section 3 of Bruce Trail is an official 50.4 km point-to-point section from Iroquoia / Toronto boundary to Toronto / Caledon Hills boundary.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 2,799 ft to 3,993 ft over 30.6 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 9.8 mi · 33%
- Downhill 8.6 mi · 29%
- Flat 11.6 mi · 39%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Bruce Trail — Section 3: Toronto?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Bruce Trail — Section 3: Toronto scores 11/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Bruce Trail — Section 3: Toronto take?
Most backpackers hike the Bruce Trail — Section 3: Toronto in about 3 days (2 nights out) over its 30.6 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Bruce Trail — Section 3: Toronto?
The Bruce Trail — Section 3: Toronto climbs roughly 2,313 ft total — about 76 ft per mile, topping out near 1,224 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.