The hike to Landslide Lake in Strathcona Park is a challenging full-day trip – but absolutely worth the effort if you’re up for it. The trail winds through some beautiful old-growth forest, crosses creeks galore, passes several waterfalls, and rewards you with some of the best mountain scenery on Vancouver Island. The lake itself, backed …
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At the southern end of Strathcona Provincial Park on Vancouver Island, you’ll find one of the must do short hikes in British Columbia – Lower Myra Falls. This spectacular, family-friendly hike takes you to a multi-tired waterfall featuring teal-coloured pools in a beautiful, treed setting. You could spend and hour or two here simply watching …
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For a short, one-of-a-kind hike when you’re driving between Nanaimo and Tofino, you’d do well to stop for 30 minutes and check out the Hole in the Wall trail in Port Alberni. I’d tried to do the trail a few years earlier but had a heck of a time finding the trailhead and gave up. …
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The must do Cliff Top Trail hike in Bon Echo Provincial Park delivers some of the best views in Ontario from the top of 100-metre high Mazinaw Rock. It’s an unusual hike in that it’s accessible only by canoe or a seasonal ferry ride. The trail visits three panoramic lookouts along its short length. It’s …
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Spring is the perfect time to refresh your gear kit and get inspired for the seasons ahead. New gear and great trail reads all fuel the excitement of the coming months outdoors. Whether you’re planning your first overnight hike, organizing gear for summer paddling trips, or prepping for fall adventures, a few smart additions can …