Trails

Just 75 kilometres from the bustling city of Toronto, Ontario, you’ll find the Waterfall Capital of the World: Hamilton. With its location on the western edge of Lake Ontario and its proximity to the Niagara Escarpment, Hamilton is home...

Every body is unique, and there is no one-size-fits-all hiking bra. It might take some trial and error, but you can find the right mix of supportive and comfortable that works for you. If you’re curious about what’s on the...

Sun protection is an everyday necessity. Being in the sun too long can lead to sunburns, skin cancer and premature signs of aging. Despite what you might have heard, sunscreen should not be your primary defense against the sun.

As an East Coaster living on the West Coast, every time I tell people where I’m from, I hear the same thing: "I've always wanted to make it out that way, but I've never made it past Toronto." I understand—travelling...

Rolling hills, dense boreal forests and vast wetlands meet the sparsely treed subarctic in the prairie province of Manitoba. Beyond spotting polar bears and playful belugas in the wild, Manitoba is home to diverse terrain and more than 100,000...

Location: McDowell Sonoran Conservancy, ScottsdalePark here: 18333 N. Thompson Peak PkwyPublic Transport: N/A Hike Distance: 7.25 kilometres Elevation Gain/Loss: 200 metres (655 feet)Hike Duration: 2 hoursDifficulty: ModerateWhat makes it moderate? A steady inclined route with uneven steps makes this a proper...

Somewhere off the shores of the Pacific Ocean, a left hand reaches above the surface of the water. Its fingers stretch towards a horizon that’s framed by the outline of navy-blue mountains in the distance. A handful of moss-covered...

The cross-country ski season is often fickle, so we advise you keep your skis in your car to be ready for every skiing opportunity. Here’s where you can ski in or close to Calgary when you’re on a time crunch.

A few hours earlier, we were standing in front of the luggage carousel in the hamlet of Resolute Bay, Nunavut. No more bags were cycling through, the carousel had stopped, and everyone but us had left with their...

Crandell Lake is an excellent hike for beginners and children. This easy hike takes you through burned forest, allowing for beautiful mountain views. The trail is wide and flat with a couple short inclines. The destination, Crandell Lake, is a...

Ontario is home to Canada’s oldest and longest marked footpath, The Bruce Trail. The Bruce Trail spans 900 kilometres across the Niagara Escarpment, beginning in Queenston and ending in the harbour village of Tobermory. Hikers can enjoy sections of the...

Chester Lake is accessible year-round and is often used for snowshoeing or cross-country skiing, fishing and larch tree hunting. This trail is usually busy through most times of the year, so it is recommended to start early to get a...