When I set out to visit Riding Mountain National Park, I had practically no expectations—and I was so pleasantly surprised! From the friendly park staff to the stunning natural beauty and wildlife encounters, my experience exceeded anything I could have imagined. Here’s a breakdown of what made this visit unforgettable:Friendly and Helpful Park StaffFirst, a...
The correct pronunciation of “Pukaskwa” is “Puk-a-saw.”Watch the Vlog! Reasons why I loved this parkLake Superior Views for DAYS! Almost every trail at the park has sweeping views of Lake Superior, the biggest freshwater lake in the world by surface area. The trails are beautiful! While the day-use/day-hike area of the park is relatively small the trails were all...
Solo Road trip with lots of Camping and hikingI had so much fun on my drive across the country! From the rocky lake shores of Ontario to the vast grasslands of Manitoba and Saskatchewan to the mountains in Alberta, Canada is so beautiful! I have provided a breakdown based on my three week trip. How long I drove each day, where I slept, things I did during the day and...
Georgian Bay Islands National Park is beautiful but challenging for solo travelers seeking overnight trips due to limited transportation options. The park is boat-access only, with available taxis primarily suited for groups. A half-day visit is more feasible, offering scenic but limited hiking trails. Planning with friends enhances the experience.
A cross country, Ontario to Calgary (and then on to Vancouver) road trip, solo! That was my summer plan! Camping and visiting 6 National Parks and 5 provincial parks along the way! Plus lots of other fun stops! A post with my full itinerary is coming soon, but for now here is a recap of my first stop, and what you should know if you are planning to visit Six Mile...
Nature has an incredible ability to soothe our souls and transport us away from the hustle and bustle of urban life. In the heart of the Greater Toronto Area, there lies a hidden gem known as Rouge National Urban Park. Established in 1995 it is Canada’s newest National Park. Spanning over 79.1 square kilometers, it is the only urban National park in Canada. Its...
Kootenay National Park is located just South of the more popular Banff National Park. Every year around 500,000 people visit Kootenay but this is nothing compared to the over 3 MILLION that visit Banff!Kootenay has many of the beautiful features that can be found in Banff; stunning mountains, canyons, valleys, waterfalls, and glaciers! I visited Kootenay National...
There are so many amazing blogs about Banff National Park out there. So many of them I read when I was planning my trip out there. There are dozens of itineraries, lists of things to do, recommendations of where to stay, what to eat, where to buy souvenirs. I don’t know what I could say about a park this popular that hasn’t already been said. Moraine Lake...
Bruce Peninsula National Park is a perfect destination for a fall camping trip. The summer crowds dwindle after Labour Day weekend and you can really enjoy the natural beauty of the Bruce Peninsula. The park encompasses over 250 km of shoreline, limestone cliffs and dense forests. The autumn foliage puts on a spectacular show of vibrant reds, oranges and yellows set...
Point Pelee National Park is best known for being located at the Southern-most point of mainland Canada. There are plenty of fun things to do at the park including lots of good hiking trails, birding, kayaking/canoeing, enjoying the beach, or visiting at night to enjoy a dark sky night.Made it to the park! National Park number 8!Nice sign outside of the entrance to...