Georgian Bay: Snug Harbour to the Minks (3 days / 26 km)

I wanted to take advantage of a free weekend and the late summer weather we were enjoying in the Georgian Bay area, so my husband and I…

La Verendrye: Circuit 34 (4 days / 44 km)

This report details an easy-paced 44 kilometer loop through western Quebec’s enormous Réserve faunique La Vérendrye. Completed over 4 days to provide plenty of downtime,…

Okanagan Mountain Provincial Park: Wild Horse Canyon Trailhead to Buchan Bay (2 days / 26 km)

Some backcountry trips sit on the “one day” list for years before finally making it onto the calendar, and Buchan Bay was one of those…

Strathcona Provincial Park: King’s Peak (2 days / 18 km)

King’s Peak lives up to its name. Although the route is relatively short, reaching the summit—and carrying overnight gear to camp high on the ridge—requires…

Pukaskwa National Park: Mdaabii Miikna Backpacking Trail (3 days / 23 km)

We’re a paddling family; I grew up tripping in Algonquin, and now home is an easy drive to Quetico.  So when we were discussing what…

Strathcona Provincial Park: Cream Lake via Bedwell Lakes Trail (3 days / 25 km) 

The Bedwell Lakes Trail in Strathcona Provincial Park on Vancouver Island is a popular day and overnight hike. The trail provides access to multiple lakes…

Sunshine Coast: Inland Lake to Tin Hat Mountain (4 days / 57 km)

This section of the Sunshine Coast trail takes you from beautiful lakes, through mossy west coast forests, and along stunning subalpine environments. This is one…

Nootka Trail: Louie Lagoon (Starfish Lagoon) to Yuquot (Friendly Cove) (5 days / 37 km)

The Nootka Trail is a classic coastal backpacking route, featuring its wildness: beaches, tide flats, headlands, and forest sections that alternate throughout the route. Elevation…

Mount Assiniboine: Sunshine Village to Magog Lake (6 days / 78 km)

Hiking to the Magog Lake area of Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park is a popular, premier experience in the Rocky Mountains. The main attraction is the…

Golden Ears Provincial Park: Halfmoon Beach (2 days / 20 km)

Golden Ears Provincial Park is a popular destination for residents of southwest BC and for good reason. In addition to being close to Vancouver, it…

Jasper National Park: Tonquin Valley Trail (3 days / 44 km)

This was a three-day solo backpacking trip through the iconic Tonquin Valley in Jasper National Park. My planned 2024 trip to this area was unfortunately…

Flores Island: Wildside Trail (3 days / 22 km)

The Wildside trail is a relatively easy trail on Flores Island, north of Tofino, British Columbia. Arrive on Flores Island via scheduled or private water…

Quetico: Beaverhouse-Bentpine Lollipop  (5 Days / 117km) 

Sometimes a route just doesn’t work out like you planned. We’d wanted to explore the cluster of lakes south of Quetico Lake: Jean, Burntside, Bentpine,…

Pukaskwa Coastal Trail: Hatties Cove to North Swallow and Back (9 days / 140 km)

In September of 2025 my husband and I set out to hike the Pukaskwa Coastal Trail both ways in ten days. Finding the majority of…

Algonquin Highlands: Nunikani Lake Loop (3 days / 19 km)

Our paddle of the Nunikani Lake Loop made for a fun weekend trip following a route laid out in Kevin Callan’s Top 70 Canoe Routes…

West French River + Bustard Islands (10 days / 95 km)

In August 2025, my co-tripper Jamie and I set out on a 10-day, 9-night canoe trip along the French River, leading a group of six…

Killarney: Bell Lake Figure 8 Route (5 days / 53 km)

We’ve wanted to do the Bell-David Loop in Killarney for a few years, but it seemed too short to make a trip all the way…

Petawawa River, Algonquin Park: Lake Traverse to McManus Lake (4 days / 47 km)

The route brings you over eight rapids of various difficulty, with one being a mandatory portage for all but extremely skilled canoeists in low water…

North Killarney: Mountain Cove to Great Mountain Lake Loop (6 days / 96 km)

Most people think of Killarney Provincial Park as the George Lake Campground and the lakes closer to Highway 637.  After a few trips to both…

Woodland Caribou PP : Carroll Lake to Leano Lake (17 days / 177 km) 

This 16-day trip had my husband, me and our 15-month-old beagle fly into the west side of Woodland Caribou Provincial Park on Carroll Lake and…

Algonquin: Magnetawan to Misty Loop (4 days / 46 km) 

Algonquin Provincial Park provides an iconic backcountry experience in Ontario.  While the park offers plenty of front country camping experiences, its true essence is in…

British Columbia Crown Land: Lake Revelstoke Out-and-Back (2 days / 20 km)

While we were staying in Revelstoke for a few months, we decided to fit in an overnight crown land canoe trip on Lake Revelstoke. There…

Algonquin: Magnetawan to Queer Lake (3 days / 25 km)

This is one of my favourite routes in Algonquin Provincial Park, and Queer Lake might be my favourite place to camp. Easy enough not to…

Bowron Lakes Circuit (8 days / 117 km)

Bowron Lakes provides a wonderful backcountry canoe experience perfect for anyone seeking adventure. The park covers nearly 150,000 hectares and serves as a wildlife sanctuary,…

Kludahk Trail: Western Trailhead to Upper Noyce Lake and Back (4 days / 38 km)

The Kludahk Trail is a subalpine hiking trail that traverses forested ridgelines with frequent small lakes and bogs, keeping hikers on their toes to avoid…

La Vérendrye: Carrière Loop (#35) from Lac Nichcotea (63 km / 3 days)

This circuit offers an enjoyable experience with 16 canoe-camping sites positioned at around 4 km intervals. What sets this route apart is the flexibility it…

Nipissing River: Tim River to Cedar Lake (4 days / 97 km)

My inspiration for this trip came from spending the dark winter days watching Lost Lakes & Xander Budnick’s camping videos. I wanted something that challenged…

Garibaldi Provincial Park: Wedgemount Lake (2 days / 13 km)

Wedgemount Lake is not only one of the most beautiful trails in Garibaldi Provincial Park, but also one of the most challenging. With an elevation…

Banff National Park: Bow Valley Highline Trail (4 days / 39 km)

Banff National Park is known for its stunning mountain vistas, vibrant wildflowers, and pristine alpine lakes, and this four-day backpacking trip did not disappoint! We…

South Greenland Kayak and Glacier Hike (8 days / 81 km)

This trip report recounts an unforgettable eight-day expedition through the rugged wilderness of South Greenland, blending kayaking, hiking, and zodiac rides across breathtaking fjords. Organized…

Mount Seymour: Pump Peak (First Peak) (2 days / 7 km)

Located in Mount Seymour, this is a solid backcountry option for those wanting to escape the city but not go too far from Vancouver. This…

Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest: Chain Lakes Loop (2 days / 8 km)

Located in Mt Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, this is an absolutely stunning hike that can be done in one day or overnight. It is a great…

North Coast Trail Cape Sutil - San Josef Bay (6 days / 70 km)

As part of a month-long Vancouver Island expedition in August 2023, two friends and I hiked the North Coast Trail from Cape Sutil to San…