It’s difficult to do justice to Canada’s awe-inspiring landscapes.
Words can never fully capture what you see with your eyes: towering snow-capped mountains, azure lakes and lush evergreen forests filled with fascinating wildlife. And perhaps the best way to take it all in? On your own two feet.
Covering nearly 10 million sq km (3.8 million sq miles), Canada was built for adventurous hikers. There are so many gorgeous hiking trails and national parks to explore, you’ll always find a reason to come back, no matter how many hiking holidays you take here.
As you plan your first (or 17th) trip to Canada’s great outdoors, here’s our list of the best hikes in the country, from coast to coast.
Best multi-day hike 336km (209 miles) round trip; 6 days, easy to challenging
This epic 336km (209-mile) trail, one of the longest in Canada, showcases another bit of the country’s natural beauty with each national historic site, coastal village, forest, cliff and bridge you pass.
The route is divided into 25 wilderness trails – all linked and arranged in a linear fashion. Most people choose a specific trail or two based on their personal comfort levels. The stages range from around 4km (2.5 miles) to 20km (12.4 miles).
It takes around six days of hiking to complete the trail; along the way, you can choose to camp at designated campgrounds or stay at local B&Bs and inns. The East Coast Trail website is an excellent resource to help you choose which paths are best suited for your level of ability.
Best hike for eerie vibes 4.8km (3 miles); 1½ hours, moderate to challenging
This 4.8km (3-mile) loop takes in just about everything that makes Newfoundland special. Think historic root cellars constructed by early settlers, a natural sea arch, rocky cliffs, scenic stretches of coast, green forests and the remains of a community since abandoned. The empty houses you’ll wander by on parts of this trail give an icy, fingers-on-the-neck vibe.
Best hike for water views 8.7km (5.4 miles) loop; 2–3 hours, easy
A highlight of Cape Breton Highlands National Park, the Skyline Trail is as dramatic as its dramatic-sounding name suggests. Following a boardwalk that stretches the entire length of the route to protect the area's delicate ecosystems, the hike can be completed as a 7km (4.3-mile) out-and-back hike, or an 8.7km (5.4-mile) loop.
If you can ignore the breathtaking views (this is an especially beautiful place to be at sunset), the wildlife spotting opportunities here are major. We’re talking moose, bald eagles, bears and numerous boreal bird species, plus whales offshore.
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