Hiking
The World’s Longest Trail Offers A New Way to See the Country
The longest multi-use trail in the world is in Canada. It might be the most unique and rewarding way to explore the country from coast-to-coast-to-coast.
Adventure, Alberta Trails, Hiking, Trails
7 Beginner Trails in Alberta That Still Feel Like Magic
Here are some of the best easy hikes in Alberta for maximum payoff and minimal “I can’t feel my calves” moments.
A Lifetime of Hiking with My Bestie: Saying Goodbye to My Trail Dog Birch
If you have a dog, you can understand—and you might relate to our story.
Adventure, Hiking, Ontario Trails, The Happy Camper
The Happy Camper: Southeastern Ontario’s Marlborough Forest Is a Hidden Gem
It’s maintained and protected by the city of Ottawa for multi recreational use but only the locals seem to know about it.
I Went Hiking in the Rockies With Three People in Their 70s—And It Changed My Perspective
My week of hiking the Rockies was not what I thought I wanted, but it was what I needed.
Adventure, Best Of, Canadian, Editors' Picks, Hiking, National Parks, Spring
The Ultimate Rating of All of Canada’s National Parks for Adventure
Here’s a round-up of what to expect from each park, and a ranking system designed to lead your outdoor adventures.
Adventure, Hiking, Partner Content, Trails
The World’s Longest Recreational Trail is in Canada—Here’s How to Explore it
The Trans Canada Trail stretches nearly 30,000 kilometres, earning the title of the world’s longest recreational multi-use trail network.
Adventure, British Columbia, Hiking
This One Mistake Always Reveals a New Hiker
Hikers around me move differently, barely breaking a sweat and pushing on like it’s a walk in the park for them.
Adventure, Editors' Picks, Hiking
The Beginner Mistake That Experienced Hikers Spot Instantly
Experienced hikers don’t just know how to hike the trail, they also know how to arrive.
Spring 2026 Gear Guide: Versatile Gear for Both Runners and Hikers
Whether you call it fast hiking or hike-run, the point is the same: to cover more distance in less time. Enter these run-hike hybrids.
Get Out There in the Cold with These Micro Adventures
Here are nine micro-quests to try out when the thermometer plummets.
Is Cani-Hiking Your New Outdoor Resolution?
Often described as “dog sledding on foot,” cani-hiking (or cani-marche) pairs hikers with high-energy Nordic sled dogs who live to pull.
You Need Baffin’s New Terrain Collection for Multi-Season Hiking
Baffin’s new Terrain Collection is built for multi-season hiking.
Editors' Picks, Hiking, Opinion
Opinion: Every Walk Can Be a Hike
When does a walk become a hike? Are they one in the same, or do they have stark differences?
Adventure, Hiking, The Happy Camper
The Happy Camper: Charleston’s Blue Mountain Hike and the Search for Rare Pitch Pine
It was the rare pitch pine species which show themselves as you reach the top of the mount of Blue Mountain.
Editors' Picks, environment, Hiking
Skip the Scary Scent: Why Fragrance-Free Hikes are Safest
While it may seem harmless, your scented products have more of an impact on your hike than you think.
Editors' Picks, Hiking, Wildlife
I Just Encountered a Bear in the City, and I Have a Lot of Feelings
The first thing I noticed was a large furry body coming right towards me. The next thing I saw was the claws.
Two Unlikely Runners: Columbia Konos Featherweight vs. KEEN Seek Trail Runners
Today, we’re testing two contenders from brands you may not immediately associate with running shoes: the Columbia Konos Featherweight and the KEEN Seek.
Adventure, Hiking, The Happy Camper
The Happy Camper: Adam Shoalts’ Hunt for Canada’s Greatest Unknown Explorer
Adam Shoalts’ new book retraces the steps of Canada’s missing explorer Hubert Darrell.
Adventure, Hiking, Ontario Trails
Hike to the Site of Canada’s Most Famous Painting
Art lovers, outdoor enthusiasts and history students can hike to the very spot where Thomson painted ‘The Jack Pine.’
