🌌 Night Hike – Under the Starry Sky
A twilight walk during the Perseid Meteor Shower
📅 Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
🕘 Time: 9:00 PM
📍 Location: The northern terminus of the Humber Valley Heritage Trail, where it ends at the Caledon Rail Trail. Where the two trails meet is at Humber Station Road, a half dozen kilometres south of Hwy 9, and we will park our vehicles along the road at this intersection with trails.
🚶 Distance: 2–4 km
⏳ Duration: 2 to 2.5 hours
🥾 Difficulty: A few hills but is manageable for most hikers.
When was the last time you truly looked up at the night sky? Away from the glow of city lights, the Caledon Rail Trail offers a rare chance to walk beneath a sky filled with stars, planets, and—if we’re lucky—shooting stars from the Perseid Meteor Shower.
We’ll begin our hike just after sunset and slowly head east along the trail, pausing now and then to admire the growing number of celestial objects overhead. Whether you’re well-versed in constellations or just curious about the night sky, this gentle walk is a wonderful way to reconnect with the rhythms of nature.
As darkness settles in, we’ll learn how to find the North Star, look for major constellations, and maybe even catch a glimpse of a meteor or two. After about an hour, we’ll turn around and return the way we came.
What to Bring:
✔️ A friend or family member
✔️ Flashlight or headlamp (to be used only when necessary)
✔️ Binoculars (optional)
✔️ Light jacket or sweater – nights can be cool
✔️ Water bottle or thermos with tea
✔️ Bug spray (remember to please check for ticks)
🚫 No dogs please – this is a quiet, low-light hike
Hike Leader: Larry Zembal
Larry is a certified Hike Ontario leader and long-time HVHTA volunteer. An avid outdoorsman and beekeeper, he brings a love of nature and storytelling to every hike.