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The 10 Best Hikes in Canada<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Jackie Middleton, readersdigest.ca<\/p>\n

Lace up your hiking boots and get reacquainted with the greatest outdoors Canada has to offer.<\/p>\n

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1 \/ 11Best hikes in Canada – Wall Lake in Alberta<\/p>\n

PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK<\/p>\n

These are the best hikes in Canada<\/p>\n

Following several months of lockdown in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, there\u2019s never been a greater need to get reacquainted with the great outdoors. The good news? Canada boasts some of the world\u2019s most breathtaking hiking trails, with options to suit every fitness level. From adrenaline-pumping mountainside adventures to peaceful sojourns, these are 10 of the best hikes in Canada.<\/p>\n

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2 \/ 11Best hikes in Canada – Fundy Trail, New Brunswick
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Fundy Trail, New Brunswick<\/p>\n

Southern New Brunswick nurtures a rare gem\u2014one of North America\u2019s last remaining coastal wilderness areas between Labrador and Florida. Hidden for many years, this unspoiled retreat is now open for hikers and cyclists to explore and easily ranks as one of the 10 best hikes in Canada. Situated just outside of St. Martins and less than an hour\u2019s drive from Saint John, the Fundy Trail unlocks 16 kilometres of seaside beauty. The winding trails\u2014perfect for hikers or cyclists \u2014lead to less travelled paths and stairways that divulge sandy beaches, concealed waterfalls and vertigo-inducing cliffs. Get a unique perspective of the Bay of Fundy\u2019s tides\u2014the world\u2019s highest\u2014and keep your eyes peeled for right whales and sea birds.<\/p>\n

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3 \/ 11Best hikes in Canada – Scenic Heritage Road, McKenna\/Appin Roads
\nPHOTO: GOVERNMENT OF PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND\/FLICKR<\/p>\n

Appin Road, Prince Edward Island<\/p>\n

Nothing whispers relaxation quite like a peaceful stroll under a lush canopy of leaves. Prince Edward Island\u2019s Appin Road is the ideal setting for such a journey. Constructed in 1862, this clay lane near the Island\u2019s south shore is peaceful and off the beaten track, winding through dense woodlands and farmers\u2019 fields. If you\u2019re looking for a reflective respite from the hustle and bustle of daily life and an alternative to PEI\u2019s Confederation Trail, Appin Road is just the ticket.<\/p>\n

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4 \/ 11Best hikes in Canada – Kejimkujik National Park
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Kejimkujik National Park, Nova Scotia<\/p>\n

Nova Scotia\u2019s Kejimkujik National Park is truly one of a kind. With its rare old growth forests, abundant wildlife, Mi\u2019kmaq legends, and geological treasures, Kejimkujik isn\u2019t just one of the best hikes in Canada, but a National Historic Site as well. Boasting fifteen unique trails, the park gives visiting hikers the opportunity to get up close and personal with rare species of birds, slices of human history (including gold mines!), gigantic granite boulders and breathtaking foliage.<\/p>\n

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5 \/ 11Best hikes in Canada – Killarney Provincial Park – Ontario Parks
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Killarney Park, Ontario<\/p>\n

Touted as a \u201ccrown jewel\u201d of Ontario\u2019s park system, Killarney Park came into existence by the dedicated efforts of several famous Canadian artists. The Group of Seven\u2019s Lawren Harris, A.J. Casson and A.Y. Jackson were so enamored with this rugged landscape that they approached the government, demanding that the area be designated as protected parkland. Thanks to their efforts, Killarney\u2019s jack pine ridges, clear lakes and quartz hills survive today. Four hiking trails including the picturesque Granite Ridge Trail give visitors unparalleled access to La Cloche Mountains, Georgian Bay and the spectacular beauty immortalized by the Group of Seven\u2019s iconic paintings.<\/p>\n

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6 \/ 11Best hikes in Canada – Kinney Lake Trail
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Kinney Lake Trail, British Columbia<\/p>\n

For breathtaking lakeside and mountain views, head to Mount Robson Provincial Park \u2014the second oldest provincial park in British Columbia. Towering overhead at 3,954 metres is the snow-capped Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. (Take this quiz to see how well you know your Canadian Rockies.) The sheer size of this majestic summit will have hikers spellbound as they wander along the 4.5 kilometre Kinney Lake Trail. Amidst the dense cedar and hemlock forest, eagle-eyed visitors may have the once in a lifetime chance to see many wildlife species including moose, black bears and elk. This gentle hike will take approximately 2.5 hours to complete.<\/p>\n

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7 \/ 11Best hikes in Canada – Meewasin Trail Saskatoon
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Meewasin Valley Trail, Saskatchewan<\/p>\n

In Cree, Meewasin means \u201cbeautiful,\u201d and this trail hugging the South Saskatchewan River lives up to its name. Ideal for urbanites craving a brush with nature, the Meewasin Valley Trail rambles through the city of Saskatoon. (Find out why Saskatoon is Canada\u2019s next great culinary destination.) Along the 60 kilometre path, hikers and leisurely walkers will encounter manicured parks, wild groves, expansive lookouts and historical landmarks.<\/p>\n

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8 \/ 11Best hikes in Canada – Galloping Goose recreational trail in BC
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Galloping Goose Regional Trails, British Columbia<\/p>\n

Hikers, cyclists and horse riders all agree\u2014Galloping Goose Regional Trailis one of the most beautiful paths for exploring Vancouver Island\u2019s southern reaches, not to mention one of the best hikes in Canada. Stretching for 55 kilometres between Victoria and Sooke, this multi-use trail existed in the early 1900s as a railway line. A noisy gas-powered railway car called the Galloping Goose regularly crossed this path during the 1920s, shuttling mail and passengers between the two destinations. Today, the railway is a distant memory, but the glorious wilderness, rocky cliffs and farmland remain for all to enjoy. And if you\u2019re lucky, you might even spot a bald eagle on your travels.<\/p>\n

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9 \/ 11Best hikes in Canada – Twillingate, Newfoundland
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Twillingate, Newfoundland and Labrador<\/p>\n

Welcome to Twillingate, the iceberg capital of the world! Whales, bald eagles, icebergs\u2014you never know what adventure lurks around the corner on this picturesque North Atlantic island. Home to several invigorating hikes, Twillingate offers something special for trailblazers of all abilities. From the amazing rocky cliffs of Spiller\u2019s Cove to the iconic Long Point Lighthouse and the 360-degree panoramic view atop the Twillingate trail, this engaging corner of Newfoundland and Labrador gives hikers plenty of postcard-worthy photo opps. Catch an iceberg floating by, pick wild blueberries along the hiking trails or spot a passing whale\u2014just be sure to add a camera to your hiking necessities when you visit this east coast gem.<\/p>\n

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10 \/ 11Most famous house in every province – Grey Owl’s Cabin
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Grey Owl Trail, Manitoba<\/p>\n

If you tread carefully along northern Manitoba\u2019s Grey Owl Trail, you might be fortunate to spot white-tailed deer, beaver, foxes and maybe a moose or coyote. Deep in Riding Mountain National Park, this gentle trail takes hikers on a 17 km journey through sandy beaches, Jack pine forests and clusters of aspen, poplar and balsam trees. For six months in 1931, this untamed corner of the Canadian Shield was the home of Archie Belaney, a dedicated conservationist who became known as Grey Owl. Wandering along the path that bears his name, you\u2019ll quickly understand why Grey Owl fought so hard to preserve the forests and fauna of this breathtaking area. The 5-hour hike concludes rather fittingly at the Beaver Lake cabin where Grey Owl lived and worked as the first naturalist of Canada\u2019s park system.<\/p>\n

Grey Owl\u2019s Cabin made our cross-Canada roundup of the most famous house in every province. How many of these legendary landmarks have you seen?<\/p>\n

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11 \/ 11Best hikes in Canada – Lake Louise Hike
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Lake Louise Tea House Challenge, Alberta<\/p>\n

Got a thirst for a six-hour adventure in the Canadian Rockies? Hike 3.5 kilometres uphill from Alberta\u2019s legendary Lake Louise through a lush forest of spruce and fir trees to Lake Agnes\u2014named after Lady Agnes Macdonald, the second wife of Canadian prime minister, Sir John A. Macdonald. Upon your arrival, Lake Agnes Tea House will tempt you with a warm tea and a scrumptious slice of pie. Catch your breath as you gaze upon the glorious waterfall cascading nearby. Continue your quest by climbing up the Big Beehive for jaw-dropping views of the Bow Valley and Lake Louise. Using the Highline trail, join the 5 kilometre trek along the Plain of Six Glaciers trail and be mesmerized by Alberta\u2019s soaring mountain peaks and the Victoria Glacier. Rest tired muscles and satisfy hunger pangs with a snack at the historic Plains of Six Glaciers Teahouse before completing the 5.5 kilometre loop back to Lake Louise.<\/p>\n

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