Ridge Road and Skyline Hike

 View from Skyline (#6) trail

 Distance:  ~12 kms     Hike duration:  ~4 hrs     Pace:  relaxed, Holly pace     Ascent:  330

Start from the Gatineau Park Visitor Centre and shortly thereafter hike a 3-km steady climb up up Ridge Road (trail #1) counter clockwise around the Skyline (trail #6, with lots of up and down), where there is several nice views of the city. Snack/lunch at a beautiful lookout on the Skyline. Complete the Skyline loop, then back to P5, then back down Ridge Road.

Good boots necessary, poles helpful; bring water and layers of clothing.

Meet up at the north east side of Bate Island at 9:30. Let Holly know if you wish to meet at the Gatineau Park Visitor Centre (33, chemin Scott) at about 10:00.