Hiking in the winter is a completely different beast when compared to the other seasons in Ontario, so there are lots of important winter hiking tips to keep in mind. Taking a day trip to go hiking in the snow isn’t a massive challenge. But, there are lots of concerns and risks to keep in […]
Northwest Ontario, Parks and Protected Lands, Provincial Parks, Winter
Sleeping Giant Provincial Park in Winter: How to Plan a Hiking Trip
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Dec
Dec
Sleeping Giant Provincial Park in winter is equally amazing as a visit in the other seasons. You might be a little more limited in terms of the places you can hike, depending on how skilled or adventurous you are. Sleeping Giant is one of the best places to go hiking near Thunder Bay. Sleeping Giant, […]
Parks and Protected Lands, Provincial Parks, Southwest Ontario, Winter
Pinery Provincial Park in Winter: Hiking, Skiing, Yurts and More
15
Dec
Dec
Pinery Provincial Park in winter is a magical wonderland with lots of opportunities for outdoor fun. You can still go hiking, stay in a yurt overnight, car camp, discover winter sports like snowshoeing and cross-country skiing, and even visit the beach. Okay, a trip to the beach might not exactly be the same as in […]
City Guides, Conservation Areas, Parks and Protected Lands, Provincial Parks, South Eastern Ontario
Best Hiking Trails in the Bay of Quinte That You’ll Love
17
Nov
Nov
The Bay of Quinte region in South Eastern Ontario is a treasure trove of amazing hiking trails and beautiful scenery. Bay of Quinte consists of Brighton, Trenton, Belleville, and Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, as well as the natural spaces surrounding these cities and towns. I’m going to show you the best places to go hiking in […]
Huron Perth Waterloo Wellington, Parks and Protected Lands
Huron Natural Area: One of the Best Kitchener Hiking Trails
07
Nov
Nov
Huron Natural Area is home to some of the best Kitchener hiking trails. I had no idea that this beautiful collection of trails existed until my friend, Sarina, introduced me to the park. She’s a Kitchener-Waterloo local and local residents always know the best spots. Without a doubt, Huron Natural Area is one of the […]
Bruce Trail, Hamilton Halton and Brant, Parks and Protected Lands
Kerncliff Park: One of the Best Hikes in Burlington, Ontario
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Oct
Oct
Kerncliff Park is one of the top places to go hiking in Burlington, Ontario. It’s somewhat of a hidden gem. I hadn’t really heard much about Kerncliff Park until learning about it from some members of the Ontario Hiking Facebook group. It looks quite unassuming from the starting point at the parking lot, like there […]
Conservation Areas, Parks and Protected Lands, York Durham and Headwaters
Island Lake Conservation Area: Hiking the Vicki Barron Lakeside Trail
06
Oct
Oct
Island Lake Conservation Area is a really special place to go hiking in Ontario. I didn’t really prioritize hiking here because I figured it would be an ordinary hike around a lake. Boy, was I wrong about that! Hiking at Island Lake Conservation Area is nothing short of amazing. I’ve named it one of the […]
Conservation Areas, Niagara, Parks and Protected Lands
St Johns Conservation Area: One of Niagara’s Most Wonderful Hikes
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Sep
Sep
St Johns Conservation Area is one of my favorite places to go hiking in the Niagara Region. You’ll find this park in Fonthill, Ontario, nestled in a rural setting between Niagara Falls and St. Catharines. There are a number of striking features of this conservation area, including a scenic pond, dense hardwood forests, boardwalks across […]
Niagara, Parks and Protected Lands
Ultimate Niagara Glen Hiking Guide: How to Visit the Best Niagara Falls Trail
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Sep
Sep
The Niagara Glen is one of those amazing natural wonders in Ontario that took me way too long to visit. Don’t make the same mistake as I did! Visit the Niagara Glen as soon as possible, and I know you won’t be disappointed. The Niagara Glen trail descends deep into the Niagara Gorge where walking […]
Conservation Areas, Niagara, Parks and Protected Lands
Woodend Conservation Area: Fantastic Hiking in the Niagara Region
15
Sep
Sep
Woodend Conservation Area is one of the best places to go hiking in Niagara Falls. Technically, Woodend Conservation Area is located in Niagara-on-the-Lake. On a map, it’s wedged right in the middle of Niagara Falls and St. Catharines, so it’s a great option for hiking if you’re anywhere close to the Niagara Region. The main […]