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 […]
Category Archives: Parks and Protected Lands
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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Jun
Jun
The Kivi Park trails are among the most amazing hiking trails in Sudbury. Kivi Park is a 480 acre, all-season destination in Sudbury that’s a favourite for both locals and visitors alike. You can go hiking, biking, skiing, and snowshoeing, depending on the season. In total, there are 25km+ beautiful hiking trails to explore at Kivi […]
Parks and Protected Lands, Provincial Parks, South Eastern Ontario
Menzel Centennial Provincial Nature Reserve in Greater Napanee
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Aug
Aug
Menzel Centennial Provincial Nature Reserve is an amazing place to go hiking in Ontario all year long. It’s a lesser visited, non-operating provincial park, established by Ontario Parks. It’s unlikely that you’ll encounter many other hikers at this hidden gem, so you may end up having this beautiful natural space all to yourself. A non-operating […]
Conservation Areas, Parks and Protected Lands, South Eastern Ontario
Lemoine Point Conservation Area: Beautiful Kingston Trails
28
Jun
Jun
Lemoine Point Conservation Area is a beautiful nature preserve in Kingston, Ontario. It’s a 136 hectare property (340 acres) just minutes from downtown Kingston. It’s so wonderful to have such a massive greenspace and peaceful place within the Kingston city limits for all to enjoy. It also happens to be one of the best places […]
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. […]
Conservation Areas, Parks and Protected Lands, York Durham and Headwaters
Belfountain Conservation Area: The Ultimate Trail Guide
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Apr
Apr
Belfountain Conservation Area has got it all. There are lookout points, a suspension bridge, a beautiful waterfall, hiking trails, limestone cliffs, a historic fountain, riverside walks, and so much more. It’s located in the village of Belfountain in the Greater Toronto Area (specifically the York Durham Headwaters tourism region). It’s one of the best places […]
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 […]
Bruce Trail, City Guides, Conservation Areas, Parks and Protected Lands, Provincial Parks, York Durham and Headwaters
15 Best Orangeville Hiking Trails You Need to Visit
12
Feb
Feb
These are the best Orangeville hiking trails that you need to visit, both in the town of Orangeville and extending throughout Dufferin County. Orangeville has a few notable hikes right in town, but there’s a treasure trove of trails within 10-20 minutes of town (hikes near Mono, Shelburne, Caledon and more). If you’re looking to […]
Bruce Trail, Parks and Protected Lands, York Durham and Headwaters
Splitrock Narrows Nature Reserve, an Amazing Hike on the Bruce Trail
31
Jan
Jan
Splitrock Narrows Nature Reserve has memorable hiking trails that are part of the impressive Bruce Trail, a long distance hiking trail in southern Ontario from Niagara to Tobermory. Located near the towns of Shelburne and Mono, Splitrock Narrows isn’t too far from the wildly popular Mono Cliffs Provincial Park. However, the hiking experience at Splitrock […]