Yarmouth Natural Heritage Area was such an amazing surprise when I visited. I’d rank this one as one of the best places to hike in Elgin County, Ontario. There’s over 250 acres of forests and wetlands that’s home to many species of plants and birds. Some of this area is naturalized and some has hiking […]
Category Archives: Parks and Protected Lands
Conservation Areas, Hamilton Halton and Brant, Parks and Protected Lands
Apps Mill Nature Centre: Beautiful Hiking Trails in Brantford
Apps Mill is a conservation area, operated by the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) and it’s one of the best places to go hiking in Brantford, Ontario. On this 266 acre property (107 hectares), you’ll discover mature forests and peaceful meadows with serene views of Whitemans Creek. It’s a wonderful place to wander through the […]
Kawarthas Northumberland, Parks and Protected Lands, Provincial Parks
Presqu’ile Provincial Park: Amazing Hiking and Beaches on Lake Ontario
Presqu’ile Provincial Park is a beautiful park with some of the best hiking trails in the Bay of Quinte. The park is only five minutes from the town of Brighton, and it’s a great place to go hiking from Cobourg, Belleville, Prince Edward County, or even Peterborough and Kingston. After reading this hiking blog post, you’ll […]
Parks and Protected Lands, Provincial Parks, York Durham and Headwaters
Hockley Valley Provincial Park: The Ultimate Hiking Guide
Hockley Valley Provincial Park is one of those places that you’ll be thinking about visiting again while you’re still there. It’s that amazing! There are several hiking trails at Hockley Valley Provincial Nature Reserve that form three loop trails. The scenery is so beautiful, and dare I say…magical! If you visit in the middle to […]
Conservation Areas, Huron Perth Waterloo Wellington, Parks and Protected Lands
Rockwood Conservation Area: Explore Caves, Ruins & Beautiful Lookouts
Rockwood Conservation Area near Guelph, Ontario, is one of the most interesting places that I’ve gone hiking in a long time. While it’s not the longest hiking trail in the world, this intriguing conservation area makes for a great outing for people of all ages, including families with kids. Rockwood Conservation Area is one of […]
Conservation Areas, Hamilton Halton and Brant, Parks and Protected Lands
Robert Edmondson Conservation Area: A Little Known Hiking Trail You’ll Love
Robert Edmondson Conservation Area might be a shorter hiking trail in Halton region, but it’s a hidden gem that you won’t want to miss. It’s a relatively flat and easy trail, but it has many makings of a memorable adventure outdoors: a pretty body of water, a wooden boardwalk, and perhaps some wildflowers (depending on […]
Bruce Peninsula, National Parks, Parks and Protected Lands
Flowerpot Island Tobermory: Ultimate Guide to Hiking This Beautiful Island
Flowerpot Island near Tobermory, Ontario, is one of the most beautiful and unique places in our province. The island, part of the Fathom Five National Marine Park, is famous for its rock columns that resemble flowerpots (narrower at the bottom and wider at the top). There are also caves to explore, a historic lighthouse, and […]
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 […]
Conservation Areas, Parks and Protected Lands, York Durham and Headwaters
Thornton Bales Conservation Area: 99 Steps and Beautiful Jokers Hill
Thornton Bales Conservation Area is home to the famous 99 Steps, a steep descent down the escarpment on a wooden staircase. You’ll have to go beyond those 99 Steps to fully appreciate this beautiful conservation area! There’s a small loop trail at Thornton Bales Conservation Area, but the property also connects to the neighbouring Koffler […]
Conservation Areas, Kawarthas Northumberland, Parks and Protected Lands
Proctor Park Conservation Area: Beautiful Trails You Must Hike
When you first arrive at Proctor Park Conservation Area, you might not think that there’s much to it. You’ll see a parking lot, a few trees, and a wide open space with a couple of picnic tables. For those in the know, this conservation area is a hidden gem for hikers and nature enthusiasts alike. […]