Hike FullIn the Search of Harburn Wells

Join us for an exploration of the best examples of glacial boreholes found anywhere. View these spectacular remnants of the last (??) Ice Age and gain understanding of how they fit into the larger geological history of Halliburton County. The hike is not long, however, the terrian will be difficult for anyone with mobility issues.

Somewhere off the Harburn Rd. there is a unique geological phenomenon called the Harburn Wells. Many people have asked about it; very few have been there. Join geologist and adventurer, John Etches in search of this neat natural place. Suitable for adults, teens, and children. No dogs please.

HIKE #: 8

DATE: Sunday, September 25

START TIME: 9:00 am

DURATION: 2.5 hours, 2.5 km

LOCATION: Across the Rd. from Camp Gan Israel on the Harburn Rd.

RATING: Moderate to challenging, Hilly

MAXIMUM #: 25

AMENITIES: Parking

LEADER: John Etches

LEADER BIO:   John is a geologist and environmental educator with 30 years of experience and brings a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to his programs.

DIRECTIONS: From Haliburton take Hwy 118 west to Harburn Rd.,approximately 2km. Turn right and follow Harburn Rd. for approximately. 13km to the beginning of the Peterson Trail across from Camp Gan Israel. The distance from Haliburton is approximately 18km. From Minden take County Rd  21 to Haliburton. Turn left at the lights at Hwy 118/Maple Street in Haliburton (CIBC on your left), and follow to Harburn Rd. and continue as described above. The distance from Minden is approximately 44km. GPS coordinates: N45.1166, W78.4660