Great Canadian Trails Blog

Learning from the informative panel along the trail | Nathalie Gauthier

Why Outdoor Adventure is Perfect for Family Travel

In addition to quality family bonding and lifelong memories, the outdoors is the perfect educational environment. Sharing an outdoor adventure instills many great values, from embracing nature to overcoming fears of the unknown and unpredictable.

Sunset along Lake Ontario

Where to Catch a Great Canadian Sunset

Every sunset is a spectacle full of wonder and awe, especially when enjoyed in the Canadian outdoors. Here’s a round-up of some of Robin Esrock's favourite spots across the country.

Quebec's P'tit Train du Nord rail trail | ©Tourisme Laurentides

Highlights along the Trans Canada Trail

The Trans Canada Trail is the world's longest recreational multi-use path. Don’t know where to start? Great Canadian Trails has curated several itineraries that explore some of the trail's natural, historical, and cultural highlights.

Hiking Up Caribou Mountain Trail, in Carcross Region | Trevor Sauve

Hiking Glossary: 42 Popular Terms You Need to Know

Learn popular hiking terms to become a pro and join in on conversations with fellow outdoor enthusiasts. From Alpenglow to Zero-day, we've got you covered.

Alpine hiking high above the Whistler Valley | Tourism Whistler/Steve Rogers

Mountains in Canada

If you love the outdoors, chances are you love the mountains. As a force of nature, soaring peaks have a way of stirring the soul. We invite you to scale your knowledge of Canada’s most impressive peaks.

Newfoundland and Labrador is home to thousands of rare Woodland Caribou | Jenny Wong

A Guide to Canada’s Wildlife

Any outdoor adventure will place you square in the habitat of Canada’s wildlife. That said, there’s a tremendous amount of space for animals to get as far away as possible from any human interaction. Let’s meet some creatures that might share your trail.

Enjoying the view of Lake Okanagan from the Kettle Valley Rail Trail | Rob Feakins

Eat Your Cake on the KVR

The Okanagan is one of Canada’s largest fruit and wine-producing regions. Taking it all in by bicycle – without sweat or slog – is an adventure tailor-made for fans of cycling, wine, history, and the beautiful Canadian wilderness.

A beautiful day hiking in Tombstone Territorial Park | Shawn Weller

The Yukon is The Definite Article

In August 2021, The Yukon replaced Yukon as the official term when referring to Canada’s smallest and western-most territory. Small, it has to be said, is relative when referring to the ‘Land of the Midnight Sun.’

A whale breaches off the east coast of Newfoundland | Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism

Having a Whale of a Time

Let’s learn a little more about whales and where to spot them this summer. An estimated thirty whale species are migrating along Canada’s 200,000 kilometres of shoreline.