THE 10 BEST Canada Hiking Trails
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- The Cornish Hack302 contributionsStunning to be walking beside such awesome rapids. It's a pretty short stretch of path though so don't think you'll be doing a massively long walk along the river. Easy to spend a while there though just staring at the mesmerising water as it tumbles by.Written August 10, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- EvecatHenryville, PA173 contributionsExcellent trail accesdible for everyone. The trail winds forest and beach settings. It is an excellent way to enjoy nature, wildlife and sea shore.Written June 4, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ruth C23 contributionsWent here mid morning on a week day so it wasnt too busy. Main carpark was full but there is a second one.
The trail itself is well worth the visit, it ascends gently along the creekside/canyon edge and through forest.
Easy hike for all levels along a well-maintained trail with suspended catwalks guiding hikers to the lower and upper falls.Written September 10, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Meg1235Toronto, Canada41 contributionsOne of the things we did in our entire 2 week trip. Amazing views and beautiful walking trails all around the top. The bridge is so fun to walk across. My 3 and 5 year old also loved that there is a playground at the top. It’s magical up there!Written May 22, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Susan WOrangeville, Canada121 contributionsBeautiful drive . Took us approx 6hours with few stops. It's not for someone with fear of heights. I personally was petrified...the views were amazing but I felt quite nervous and shaky for most of it.... and couldn't get past my fear. My husband did the drive and he absolutely loved it.Written August 4, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lbroome705Courtenay, Canada84 contributionsSo beautiful, lots of gorgeous nature to see and we got some great photos. We split our time between hiking trails and exploring the beaches. We have come to Tofino and Ucluelet several times in later summer but late May/early June was better timing - way less hot for us. Enjoyed the forest in the rain.Written June 3, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Johnnyboy2925Montreal, Canada29 contributionsYou'll need to reserve campsites, your park access and/or parking fee on the PC website, in advance. Camped total of four nights, first two nights in Birches and last two nights in Poplars campground. Birches is centrally located closer to Cypress Lake w/clean and modern central washrooms, showers with AC outlets where you can charge your devices or inflate a mattress. Poplars camp sites seem larger, have more privacy, are also closer to the trailheads. This year, they supply the firewood for an additional fee on your reservation if you have a firepit. It's delivered near each of the 3 campground entrances daily. You serve yourself and burn as much as you want, which is a concept I like. The grounds and trails are patrolled and kept clean by the welcoming Parks Canada staff. Remember campers keep a bare site, all food items in your vehicles and pls vacate your site like everyone by 11h00 on you last day..and not 14h50! Someone like us, already checked in with site permit in hand changing sites mid week lost 4 hours waiting for you to pack up and leave!
The hiking trails to the grotto area are about 1.3km and take about 15 mins to walk each way. They are well identified, but you'll require good shoes/boots and water to hike up and down the coastline. The Grotto area is beautiful but is remote, fills up with people and isn't monitored. Bring watershoes, you'll understand why.
Our hike south the Bruce Trail to Stormhaven beach area was our favorite!
Drive to Tobormory Marina area is about 20 mins and has tons of awesome cruise tours to explore and delicious restaurants. We enjoyed Tobormory Craft Brewing and Grill, the Sweet Shop and Castaways Shipwreck Lee'sWritten August 19, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Karen MMississauga, Canada63 contributionsBeautiful trail through the rainforest. We took loop B, across the road from the parking. It was so cool to be in a graforst, see the nurse trees, and hear the birds cawing. The trail is a wooden boardwalk. In a few places a board was missing or the boards were eroding, but for the most part it was in good shape. Many stretches did not have a railing. Some steep stairs in a few spots, which my mom managed well, despite being in her 80s.Written August 13, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- K9Trainers85 contributionsWe did all the touristy things and had a really good time doing that! The gondola was fun and the view from the observatory and gondola was amazing. The town is beautiful and free parking abounds (get there early just in case). The shuttle to Lake Louise and Moraine were smooth and worth the few dollars. Hiking around the lakes was much better than I imagined. All around great time!
Banff is different from Jasper because it has more infrastructure and lots of tourists. However, proper planning prevents poor performance here. Buy bus and park passes before you leave for Canada. Bring food and drink with you to the park or buy some at the IGA in town for when you need it. Be patient. Take lots of pictures. Observe your surroundings and you might notice the big horn sheep and elk and ground squirrels all around you.Written August 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - KatGourock, UK577 contributionsVisited on a rainy Saturday in October on the free bus hop on /off shuttle from Ottawa -"Fall Rhapsody Tour ," and would highly recommend this trip.
We caught the bus(one of the yellow school buses) from outside the History Museum and on arrival at the park we were able to get off at any of the stops and wander around to take photos and then catch the next shuttle .We never had any more than about 10 mins to wait . Volunteers /staff were on hand at each stop to provide information and the notice broads were also very informative.
The bus drivers were all very friendly and helpful .
Despite the rain and the mist we managed to have a great morning and captured some stunning photos .
Highly recommend this tour .Written October 29, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - NCtravelzRaleigh, NC1,747 contributionsWe were heading to Alma and the parkway wasnt planned. It was a bit surprising to owe $28 to drive through here, but it turned out to be very pretty. The gate employee suggested some highlights since it was late in the day. Everything is well maintained. We hit a suspension bridge and Fuller Falls. Wish we had had more time to plan this.Written July 10, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- trailrunnerOpelikaALShenandoah Valley, VA317 contributionsStunning views and an easy walkout . We got there at 10 AM on a Monday and very few folks around. We did the left hand shorter branch out/back. Easy stroll with interesting information on signs about the change in the vegetation due to the high moose population. We are in our 70’s and no problem navigating. My husband has a significant visual disability but with a walking stick and the green stripes painted on some steps and a handhold rope he made it DOWN/UP. I’m a runner and ran the steps all the way back up 😳😊. There are plenty of benches if needed. Incredibly beautiful!Written August 29, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Christian MCopenhagen, Denmark5,962 contributionsWe, being somewhat middle-aged, huffed and puffed our way up, up, up the +2 km of Tunnel Mountain, until we reached the top with its stunning view of Banff (which is actually prettier at street level), the green valley, the blue river, and the surrounding mountains...
...while children aged 4 and up cheerfully jogged alongside their sweating parents, enjoying the unfamiliar surroundings.
The hike is highly recommended for anyone in reasonably good shape. And, seemingly, no one else experienced the mild bouts of vertigo that I did near the top (and I made it; just with a bit of a racing heart).
The +2 km descent takes less than half the time of the climb, and the sweat quickly dries off as you go down.Written August 11, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Nan MChipman, Canada2 contributionsLovely drive, some wildlife, driftwood, solitude when you want it, beautiful views, great place for a walk tooWritten June 2, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- luv4phoodMarietta, GA847 contributionsThis is a quick hike with fantastic views. We arrived a little bit later in the afternoon so it was not terribly crowded. The trail makes a quick elevation gain for beautiful views of the Saskatchewan Glacier. The trail is mostly loose rock so hiking boots are a must. Also, this trail has no shade. In the summer, a hat and sunblock would be recommended.Written February 2, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
