The mossy, rocky bluffs of the Coast Trail make for interesting hiking terrain. Spring conditions are often perfect, with cooler temperatures and clouds to shield some of the sun. The Coast Trail in East Sooke Regional Park is the most spectacular … [Read more...] about Coast Trail – East Sooke Regional Park
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High Divide – Seven Lakes Basin – Olympic National Park
Hiking in October showcases the lovely reds, golds, yellows, and browns of fall. Mike leads us further east along the High Divide Trail towards Bogachiel Peak. The High Divide - Seven Lakes Basin Loop provides some of the most spectacular views … [Read more...] about High Divide – Seven Lakes Basin – Olympic National Park
Hermit Trail – Glacier National Park
Once the Hermit Trail breaks the tree line, the path transitions to well-engineered stones. The steps may be beautiful, but the physical effort is unrelenting on the way up to Hermit Meadows. The Hermit Trail in Glacier National Park is famously steep and … [Read more...] about Hermit Trail – Glacier National Park
Abbott Ridge Trail – Glacier National Park
Abbott Ridge looks like a formidable climb from the meadow, but the trail switchbacks through the flowers and up the gentler backside. The route reveals itself as you move through the boulders. The Abbott Ridge Trail in Glacier National Park switchbacks up … [Read more...] about Abbott Ridge Trail – Glacier National Park
Pacific Rim Traverse – Pacific Rim National Park Reserve
This deep green tide pool is surrounded by hundreds of beautiful intertidal animals. This unreal scene inspires us to study marine biology! The Pacific Rim Traverse is a great introduction to coastal hiking and camping. This is the best hike in … [Read more...] about Pacific Rim Traverse – Pacific Rim National Park Reserve
Lake O’Hara – Yoho National Park
Welcome to our Lake O'Hara Trail Guide! This resource includes information and tips to help plan your adventure in Yoho National Park. To skip to a specific topic of interest, use the quick links below for easier navigation. Highlights Overview … [Read more...] about Lake O’Hara – Yoho National Park
Arnica Lake – Strathcona Provincial Park
Our weekend micro-adventure took us to Arnica Lake in Strathcona Park via the Phillips Ridge Trail. We travelled to Strathcona from Victoria the night before and planned to spend the night at Buttle Lake Campground. While driving by the lake, we were delighted … [Read more...] about Arnica Lake – Strathcona Provincial Park
Cavell Meadows Trail – Jasper National Park
For our second day in Jasper National Park, we hiked the incredible Cavell Meadows Trail. This hike is unique due to the dynamic views of Mount Edith Cavell, Cavell Pond, and the hanging Angel Glacier. As you climb from the trailhead, you are treated to … [Read more...] about Cavell Meadows Trail – Jasper National Park
Opal Hills Loop – Jasper National Park
For our first day in Jasper National Park, we hiked the Opal Hills Loop near Maligne Lake. Bears were on our mind. A ranger at the Visitor Centre told us that a grizzly had just been released in the Bald Hills. Several other zones were closed due to increased … [Read more...] about Opal Hills Loop – Jasper National Park
