Taking a Hike In Canada

Hiking trails

By Rasma RaistersPublished 3 days ago • 3 min read

Fundy Bay whale

Appin Road on Prince Edward Island is made for peaceful strolls beneath canopies of leaves. The clay lane near the south shore that winds through dense woodlands and farm fields.

The East Coast Trail in Newfoundland takes 6 days to complete. This is one of the longest trails in Canada. This trail stretches approximately 200 miles along the Avalon Peninsula, showcasing rugged cliffs and picturesque fishing villages. The route is divided into 25 wilderness trails. The East Coast Trail offers a genuine coastal wilderness hiking experience. Encounters with seabirds, ocean wildlife, and other wildlife such as moose, caribou, foxes, or coyotes are a possibility for all hikers. Along the way hikers can stay at campgrounds or local B&Bs and inns.

The Fundy Trail in southern New Brunswick includes one of the last remaining coastal wilderness areas between Labrador and Florida in North America. Located just outside of St. Martins and less than an hour’s drive from Saint John, the Fundy Trails includes 16 km of seaside beauty. The winding trails lead to less traveled paths along which you can see sandy beaches, waterfalls, and cliffs.

The Bay of Fundy is home to whales and seabirds.

The Galloping Goose Regional Trail in British Columbia is the best way to explore Vancouver Island. The trail stretches for 55 km between Victoria and Sooke and at one time was an early 1900s railway line. You can enjoy wilderness, rocky cliffs, and farmland.

Grey Owl Trail in Manitoba is home to white-tailed deer, beavers, foxes, moose, and coyotes.

Most of the wildlife is in Prince Albert National Park, with trails taking hikers on a 17 km journey through sandy beaches, Jack pine forests, and clusters of aspen, poplar, and balsam trees.

The 5-hour hike concludes at Beaver Lake.

The Kejimkujik National Park in Nova Scotia is a lovely place to hike with old-growth forests, abundant wildlife, and geological treasures. This is a National Historic Site. It features 15 unique trails along which hikers can get to see rare species of birds, gigantic granite boulders, and amazing foliage.

Killarney Park in Ontario is called a “crown jewel” in the park system. Among the park’s highlights are jack pine ridges, clear lakes, and quartz hills. The park covers approximately 645 square kilometers, featuring pink granite cliffs, sapphire lakes, and dense forests.

There are four hiking trails, among them the Cranberry Bog Trail with access to the La Cloche Mountains and Georgian Bay.

The Lake Louise Tea House Challenge will take hikers on a 6-hour adventure in Alberta.

Hikers enjoy the legendary Lake Louise in the Canadian Rockies.

Take a hike through a spruce and fir tree forest to Lake Agnes.

Hikers are greeted at the Lake Agnes Tea House with warm tea and pie.

Then climb Big Beehive for amazing views of the Bow Valley and Lake Louise.

Along the Highline Trail and the Plain of Six Glaciers Trails, you can see mountain peaks and the Victoria Glacier.

Rest up at the historic Plain of Six Glaciers Teahouse and complete the 5.5 km loop back to Lake Louise.

The Meewasin Valley Trail in Saskatchewan stretches along the South Saskatchewan River. It goes through Saskatoon, and along the way hikers get to see parks, wild groves, lookouts, and historical landmarks.

The Overlander Falls Trail in British Columbia offers fantastic mountain views and takes approximately 1.5 hours to complete.

Mount Robson Provincial Park includes the snow-capped Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies.

Also along the Overlander Falls Trail, hikers can stroll through dense cedar and hemlock forests. Wildlife along the way can include moose, black bears, and elk.

Twillingate in Newfoundland and Labrador is known as the iceberg capital of the world. This is the place to see whales and bald eagles. There are several hiking trails available.