It’s no secret that Ontario is filled with many beautiful waterfalls, but Inglis Falls is definitely the most beautiful one in the Grey County area! Located within Inglis Falls Conservation Area, the waterfall is classified as a cascading waterfall and drops over an 18-metre cliff. The waterfall is conveniently located right off the parking lot, with multiple different viewpoints nearby. The waterfall is also surrounded by incredible hiking trails, suitable for the whole family. It is certainly a great place to visit for a day trip or a picnic! If visiting or travelling through the Owen Sound area, you should definitely stop by. I would say it is one of…
Exploring Sunwapta Falls, Jasper National Park
Sunwapta Falls is a stunning waterfall located in Jasper National Park, Alberta. It is a great stop on the Icefields Parkway between Banff and Jasper! The falls consist of Upper and Lower Falls, which are fed by the amazing Athabasca Glacier. Around these falls, there are incredible hiking trails through the forest. You will find stunning views of mountains all around! Sunwapta Falls is 18 meters in height and 9 meters in width. The water is a beautiful shade of blue and creates extremely calming sounds as the water falls off the cliff. As the falling water produces a mist that makes the rocks slippery, Sunwapta Falls is only safely…
Beautiful Athabasca Falls, Jasper National Park
Jasper National Park is filled with stunning hikes near waterfalls, but Athabasca Falls might just be one of the most beautiful waterfalls to visit. While it is not the tallest waterfall in the area, the incredible mountain views and turquoise waters make it a must on anyone’s list of places to visit in Jasper. The waterfall is located along the sizeable Athabasca River, which creates such an intense flow of water that it makes Athabasca Falls one of the most powerful waterfalls in the area! The water flows down 24 meters of quartzite and limestone, carving out an exquisite canyon in the rocks. As the waterfall produces a mist that…
Valley of the Five Lakes: One of the Best Hikes in Jasper National Park
While there are so many beautiful hiking trails in Jasper National Park, the Valley of the Five Lakes trail may just be the best one. The hike is of moderate intensity and passes by 5 beautiful lakes. The lakes have unique tones of blues and greens, which glimmer in the sun. With the lakes surrounded by mountains, the scenery makes for some of the best views in Jasper National Park, Alberta, and even all of Canada! Along the route, there are 3 small and 2 large lakes, all of which present incredible views and photography opportunities. Hikers can walk the full trail or opt to take the shorter loop. Both…
9 Stunning Waterfalls to Visit in Southern Ontario
Southern Ontario is a great place for nature lovers to visit due to the incredible hikes through the forests and jaw-dropping waterfalls to explore. This area is great to explore during the summer season, but even more so in fall as the temperature starts to drop and the fall colours emerge. Whether adventuring to parks for a day or weekend trip, you’ll likely be able to visit multiple waterfalls in a single trip! For over 5 years now, I’ve been exploring the best of what Ontario has to offer when it comes to hiking and waterfalls. There are many incredible waterfalls to visit in Southern Ontario, with over 100 in…
Amazing Fall Hiking Trails Near Toronto for a Scenic City Escape
Hiking trails near Toronto are beautiful any time of the year, but especially during fall. Fall is definitely my favourite season – with all the beautiful colours, brisk air, giant sweaters, and hot beverages, whats not to love! There are pumpkin patches to visit, giant cornfields, tasty pumpkin treats, and so much more that make me look forward to this season all year long. Of course, the season definitely doesn’t last long if you happen to live in Canada! We are lucky if we get more than a month of nice fall weather before it gets really cold or rainy, unfortunately. But, it definitely makes you take advantage of the…
A Day Trip to Bruce Peninsula National Park
Bruce Peninsula National Park continues to rise in popularity due to it’s beautiful hiking trails and incredible turquoise water views of Georgian Bay (not to mention it’s an amazing day trip!). As the 156 square kilometre park is located on part of the Niagara Escarpment, there are plenty of tall cliffs made of rocks up to 400 million years old. Along with breathtaking views of the water and caves at the edge of the cliffs, there are neat rock formations along the hiking trails to both admire and climb. Bruce Peninsula National Park provides a wonderful day trip nature escape from the city, with hiking, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, scuba diving,…
Top 9 Things To Do In Toronto In Spring
When the snow finally starts to melt and the temperatures allow you to be outside without your face hurting, Toronto becomes quite the exciting city to explore! From the gorgeous paths along the lake to the lovely cherry blossoms and livening parks, to the outdoor festivals and the patios opening up – Toronto definitely has a lot to do during spring! I love being outside as much as possible during the spring. It is so refreshing to be exposed to warmer weather and sunlight. I feel an instant mood shift as soon as the weather breaks 10 degrees celsius! The people of Toronto definitely feel the same, as number of…
