As another beautiful autumn season approaches, you need to know the best places to see fall colours in Ontario. I’ve come up with a list of the top 25 spots to witness magnificent fall foliage in Ontario. Most of these involve some hiking, although there are a couple of short walks to lookouts and even […]
Category Archives: Hiking Guides
Hiking Guides, Hiking Products
Downloadable Hiking Guides & Exclusive Perks: Introducing the Ontario Hiking Patreon!
When I started this hiking blog, I had no idea that it would grow and flourish into the blog and community that it is today. I create detailed hiking guides with photos, video, and maps to help you get out there and explore more of Ontario with ease. The Ontario Hiking Facebook community has grown […]
Hiking Guides, Hiking Tips, Parks and Protected Lands
Ontario Hiking Trails: What’s Open & Closed During the Pandemic
Which hiking trails in Ontario are open and closed during the pandemic? Wondering which trails require reservations in advance? Here’s our master list of Ontario hiking trails, national parks, provincial parks, and conservation areas that are closed (or require reservations) during lockdown. Please use the hiking by trails page on Ontario Hiking to locate guides […]
There are so many amazing winter hikes in Ontario that you need to explore this year. While hiking in the ice and snow can seem daunting, it’s worth braving the cold. While a list of the best Ontario winter hikes is totally debatable and there are a seemingly endless amount of trails to choose from, […]
The Trans Canada Trail (formerly known as The Great Trail) is the longest hiking trail in the world, and it’s right here in Canada. You can walk, hike, run, cycle, cross-country ski, and even paddle on the longest trail in Canada (and longest trail on earth). The Trans Canada Trail was 25 years in the […]
Did you know that there are lots of haunted hiking trails in Ontario? Well, you may or may not believe that they are actually haunted hikes where you’ll connect with spirits from the afterlife. But, all of these Ontario haunted trails have really fascinating stories behind them. You’ll walk in the footsteps of those who […]
If you’re looking for the best hiking movies, I’ve got the ultimate list for you. These trekking movies tell captivating hiking stories featuring outdoor adventures from around the world. Whether these adventure hiking movies are based on true stories or fictitious, you’re sure to love the riveting plots and beautiful scenery. For hiking enthusiasts and […]
For those who enjoy taking their hiking trips underground, there are lots of caves in Ontario to explore. I don’t know about you, but I find caves to be quite fascinating. They’re all totally unique from one another, and I’m always so interested in their back stories . How did someone discover the cave initially? […]
Do you love a challenge? Setting small or big goals is a great motivational tool. I have personally challenged myself to hike the Bruce Trail – yes, the entire 900km trail – even though I know it will take years only doing a few hikes a year. As it turns out, there are lots of […]