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 […]
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Greater Toronto Area, Hamilton Halton and Brant, Huron Perth Waterloo Wellington, York Durham and Headwaters
15 Best Hikes Near Toronto You’ll Love (2024)
21
Mar
Mar
If you’re looking for the best hikes near Toronto, look no further! I’ve compiled a list of the best places to go hiking near Toronto. All of these hikes are within an hour’s drive of the city (give or take a few minutes). Of course, if you are looking to go hiking in Toronto (within […]
Conservation Areas, Hamilton Halton and Brant, Parks and Protected Lands
Dundas Valley Conservation Area: Hiking the Dundas Valley Trails
07
May
May
The Dundas Valley Conservation Area is one of my all time favourite places to go hiking. I am from the town of Dundas (now part of the city of Hamilton), and I used to live really close to these Dundas Valley trails. I have so many memories of hiking here when I was a kid. […]
06
May
May
Halton Hills is home to 30km of trails and one of them is the beautiful Hungry Hollow Trail. It’s a delightful series of interconnected boardwalk paths through the Hungry Hollow ravine in Georgetown. And here’s some really exciting news: the Hungry Hollow trail is finally complete! You can now walk on 7km of trails from […]
Conservation Areas, Hamilton Halton and Brant, Parks and Protected Lands
Eramosa Karst: Discover Caves on These Beautiful Hiking Trails
06
Apr
Apr
Eramosa Karst Conservation Area in Hamilton, more specifically Stoney Creek, is a fascinating place to go for a hike. It’s home to some of the best hiking trails in Hamilton. There are multiple loop trails at this park, operated by the Hamilton Conservation Authority. You can visit on a couple of occasions and take a […]
Conservation Areas, Hamilton Halton and Brant, Parks and Protected Lands
Terra Cotta Conservation Area: Lovely Trails and Beautiful Landscapes
25
Oct
Oct
Terra Cotta Conservation Area is a beautiful park in Halton Hills, Ontario, featuring 485 hectares in the Niagara Escarpment. There are several trails to explore that encircle ponds and meander through mature forests. In the winter, it’s one of the best places to go snowshoeing near Toronto. You can also go cross-country skiing or even […]
Greater Toronto Area, Hamilton Halton and Brant, Niagara, York Durham and Headwaters
25 Best Places to See Fall Colours Near Toronto
27
Sep
Sep
There are so many amazing places to see the fall colours near Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area. While you can witness vibrant shades of red, orange and yellow in Toronto itself, there are many places within an hour or two drive of the city. I also have a list of the best places in […]
12
Jun
Jun
Smokey Hollow Waterfall is one of the best waterfalls to see in Hamilton, and it’s one of the most amazing places to hike in Hamilton, too. There’s a beautiful waterfall, a scenic hike along the Grindstone Creek, and it’s part of one of the most epic trails in Ontario, the Bruce Trail. You need to […]
City Guides, Hamilton Halton and Brant
10 Best Halton Hills Hiking Trails: Amazing Hikes in Georgetown, Acton and More
27
Feb
Feb
Here are the top 10 Halton Hills hiking trails, including hiking trails in Georgetown, Limehouse and Acton. I’ve written about many other Halton region hiking trails, too. You can find the Ontario Hiking guides to the best trails in Burlington, best hiking trails in Milton, and the best hikes in Oakville. Halton Hills is spoiled […]
City Guides, Hamilton Halton and Brant
10 Best Burlington Hiking Trails: The Ultimate Burlington Hiking Guide
20
Feb
Feb
These are the best Burlington hiking trails that you’ll need to add to your list. Burlington has lots of fantastic hikes within its local parks, conservation areas, and along the waterfront. These hiking trails and walking paths are all within the city limits. If you don’t mind venturing a little bit outside of Burlington, you […]