Time to put away your snow boots and dust off your hiking boots because we put together a list of nine amazing hiking trails in Canada. Each trail varies on length and difficulty, but whatever you are looking for, you will be sure to find at least one, if not multiple, trails to fall in love with.
West Coast Trail, British Columbia
Located at Pacific Rim National Park Reserve, the West Coast Trail has a reputation for being a grueling trek as it is very challenging and potentially hazardous if you are not properly prepared; however, it is also one of the most rewarding experiences due to 75 kilometres of picturesque scenery.
Mount Robson Provincial Park, British Columbia
Mount Robson Provincial Park offers many trails and scenic walks. One trail, Berg Lake Trail, is so popular you now have to make reservations ahead of time to hike the 23-kilometre trail. If you are in the right place at the right time, you may even see sections of ice break off into the waters of Berg Lake.
Killarney Park, Ontario
Venture through Killarney Park and witness the spectacular Georgian Bay Coast, La Cloche Mountains and more than 50 crystal clear lakes. Killarney Park offers trails for all skill levels from the 1.5-hour, 3-kilometre hike to the 10-day, 8o-kilometre trek. Whichever you choose, you won’t be disappointed.
Lake Agnes Trail, Alberta
This is the perfect hike for a day’s adventure. Cover 7 kilometres while enjoying stunning views of the Rockies. Half-way through, stop at the Lake Agnes Teahouse to refuel before finishing your journey.
Tonquin Valley, Alberta
If you are looking for that overnight adventure without truly roughing it, check out Tonquin Valley, where they require hikers to stay for a minimum of two nights in a cabin. These cabins are equipped with running water, meals and amazing views.
Cape Breton National Highlands Park, Nova Scotia
Hiking in Cape Breton National Highlands Park should be on everyone’s bucket list. From easy strolls to challenging climbs you will surround yourself with panoramic views of nature.
Fundy Trail, New Brunswick
From guided two-hour hikes to multi-day adventures, the Fundy Trail can satisfy all walks of life. All 41 kilometres of this trail are full of beautiful scenery as this is the last remaining coastal wilderness area between Florida and Labrador.
East Coast Trail, Newfoundland and Labrador
Trek through towering cliffs, sea stacks, deep fjords and a geyser called Spout while seeing abandoned settlements, lighthouses, ecological reserves, two active archaeological dig sites and wildlife on the East Coast Trail. Venture for a few hours or a few days, either way you’ll be sure to have a great time.
Chilkoot Trail, British Columbia Canada and Alaska, United States
Dedicated as a national historic site, the Chilkoot Trail is 53 kilometres long and connects you from Dyea, Alaska in the United States to Bennett, British Columbia in Canada. You will need to bring your passport with you as well as some bear spray — many black and grizzly bears call the Chilkoot Trail home.
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