North Bay is known as the “Gateway City” or “Gateway of the North”. Perched on the edge of Northern Ontario, it can be the perfect day trip or weekend trip for those visiting from either Southern Ontario or Northern Ontario. It’s no secret that North Bay is the home of outdoor activities and spectacular nature. […]
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Sep
Sep
I don’t know about you, but I think that the fall is the best time of year for hiking in Ontario. The autumn colours are brilliant, the weather is more comfortable, and the bugs have disappeared for the season. And the Parkbus fall hiking schedule has so many fun adventures that I’m excited to share […]
Northwest Ontario, Parks and Protected Lands, Provincial Parks
The Ultimate Guide to Hiking the Top of the Giant
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Sep
Sep
The Top of the Giant Trail is one of the most iconic hikes in Ontario. Located at Sleeping Giant Provincial Park, about an hour outside of Thunder Bay, it’s one of the best hikes in Thunder Bay and the entire province. This trail is not a walk in the park; it’s one of the most […]
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May
May
If you’re looking for the best Hamilton hiking trails, you’re in luck. I grew up in the Hamilton area (in the town of Dundas), so I spent much of my childhood and teenage years exploring hiking trails in Hamilton. Even though I’ve moved away from Dundas, I find myself returning to the Hamilton area quite […]
Conservation Areas, Parks and Protected Lands, York Durham and Headwaters
The Amazing Cheltenham Badlands has Reopened for the Season!
02
May
May
The Cheltenham Badlands are one of the most unique natural features in Ontario. While this was once a little known gem of the region, it’s now one of the most instantly recognizable landscapes in the province. This exposed red Queenston shale terrain is like no other in the region. It’s one of the best places […]
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Dec
Dec
Here are the best Christmas trails in Ontario that you need to experience this holiday season. These are the top parks and paths throughout the province with the most magical and dazzling displays of twinkling lights. While these aren’t exactly lengthy hikes by any means (please see our guide to the best winter hikes in […]
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Nov
Nov
There are so many amazing Black Friday hiking deals out there! Why not save on your hiking, camping, and outdoor recreation gear if you can? I’ve scoured the web for the top Black Friday deals and I’ve got them all in one place just for you. Along with our annual Ontario Hiking gift guide with […]
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Nov
Nov
As the colourful leaves have fallen from the trees and there’s a bit of a chill in the air, the hiking trails in Ontario grow quieter. Hiking in the late fall and into the winter is a wonderful time of year to embrace the outdoors for so many reasons. The scenery is beautiful in all […]
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Sep
Sep
Rock Dunder is home to one of the most stunning scenic lookout points in Ontario. Situated within the Frontenac Arch Biosphere Reserve (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), this is one of the highest viewpoints in Southeastern Ontario with incredible panoramic vistas that I know you’ll adore. I visited Rock Dunder in the summertime where shades […]
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Jun
Jun
There’s a new trail in Ontario and you could be among the first to hike it. Located in Sudbury, one of the best cities for hiking in the province, you’ll find this brand new trail at the much beloved Kivi Park. Embark on a scenic trek around the perimetre of Linton Lake inside the park […]