TorontoHiking Blogs

 We didn’t think we’d ever be encouraging people to stay off the Bruce Trail, but unprecedented times call for unprecedented measures. For the safety of our communities, and to assist the province with its efforts to keep our communities safe as the COVID-19 pandemic quickly evolves, I have an important request:...

 Dear Members, During this difficult and unprecedented time, many of us are turning to the healthy benefits of time spent in nature. If you are making plans to do so, please note that access to the Bruce Trail may be affected in some areas.   Many of our partnering conservation organizations...

Message from the TBTC President and Vice-President We would like to give you an update in light of the COVID-19 situation. Effective immediately, following guidance from public health authorities and from the Bruce Trail Conservancy, we are cancelling the following events:all bus, car and urban hikes in the next five weeks -...

2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) What are coronaviruses? Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses. Some coronaviruses can cause illness in people and others can cause illness in animals. Rarely, animal coronaviruses can infect people, and more rarely, these can then spread from person-to-person through close contact. What is the 2019 Novel...

  10 Days / 9 NightsApril 6-15, 2019Rome ~ AmalfiCapri ~ Naples ~ PompeiiPositano ~ Sorrento ~ Caserta COST EARLY BIRD: $2499 CAD (about US $1890) Reg price: $2699 CAD (about US $2035) after January 23, 2019HIGHLIGHTSEnjoy a 10-day fully escorted and guided tour of Rome and Campania’s incredible natural, historic...

  A GUIDED WALKING TOUR OF ROME & CAMPANIA, ITALY (Includes transport by private shuttle between locations)  May 22-30, 2020 ~ 9 Days / 8 Nights COSTCAD $2300 (about US $1720) - EARLY BIRD:Regular price: $2495 CAD (about US $1870) after March 24, 2020 HIGHLIGHTSJoin us for an unforgettable fully escorted...

The Cheltenham badlands has now been reopened to the public as of late September this year. The unique and beautiful property in the Caledon Hills area has been closed since 2015 and hikers will welcome this news. The Ontario Heritage Trust, Credit Valley Conservation, the Town of Caledon, the Region of...

It was another exciting and successful outdoor adventure with TorontoHIking in Ontario's great outdoors, with a fun and energetc group of hikers! We explored most of the hiking trails and scenic lookouts at Kelso Conservation Area, near Milton, ON, as well as the world renowned #BruceTrail northbound to Hilton Falls. I hope...

On Saturday, Aug. 25, a dynamic group of 25 hiking and nature lovers from the GTA - and even a family of tourists from China - gathered at the Rouge National Urban Park for an outdoor adventure. The scenery was blissfully calm and refreshing, and our group maintained a swift pace...

  EVENT DETAILS Let's pamper our taste buds with some fine local and international specialties at this popular restaurant in the heart of Toronto, overlooking Yonge - Dundas Square! Enjoy an audio-visual presentation about our upcoming tour of Peru and Bolivia and see who else is interested in this remarkable expedition...

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12 Days / 11 Nights October 9-20, 2018 Machu Picchu ~ Cusco ~ Incas Sacred Valley Aguas Calientes ~ Lake Titicaca ~ La Paz Copacabana (Bolivia) ~ Moon Valley ~ Tiwanaku COST US $1950 (about $2600 CAD) Flight not incl. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: August 30   OVERVIEW This tour offers a great...

EXPLORE THE LANDS OF THE INCAS, LLAMASAND THE AMAZING ANDES MOUNTAINS!   October 9-20, 2018 ~ 12 Days / 11 Nights COST US $1950(about $2600 CAD)   HIGHLIGHTS Experience the rich cultural heritage and natural wonders of Peru and Bolivia. Explore stunning colonial cities, which are designated UNESCO World Heritage sites....

The ideal weather and company for an outdoor escape to one of Ontario's best-kept secrets - Rockwood Conservation Area - on Saturday, June 2. The park features a variety of recreational activities for visitors of all ages. From camping and hiking to cave exploration, fishing and canoeing. The ruins of the...

On Tuesday March 20, I attended a presentation by Sidewalk Toronto on the upcoming redevelopment of the Toronto eastern port lands. Sidewalk Toronto is a joint effort by Waterfront Toronto and Sidewalk Labs to create a new kind of mixed-use complete community on the Toronto waterfront. The hope is to combine...

   Less than 10 DAYS remaining to book a guided hiking and sightseeing trip to spectacular Rome and southern Italy (Apr 5-14, 2018). We will explore the Bel Paese from Rome to the Apulia (Puglia) region in the South, in conjunction with Trekking Italia, a not-for profit organization dedicated to hiking...

  Seats for this guided winter adventure are going fast. If you are interested, you should book yours now, before they are sold out.   What: Snowshoeing Day TRIP with bus transportation When: Sat, February 24 Where: Arrowhead Provincial Park, Huntsville, ON Pick up location: See details at the link below...

A truly exciting and physically demanding outdoor adventure at Arrowhead Prov. Park in Ontario on Sat, January 27. The park staff was quite courteous and ready to answer all our questions. The snowshoeing trails provide a unique opportunity to venture into the more secluded and scenic spots of this vast provincial...

  10 Days / 9 Nights April 5-14, 2018Rome ~ Naples ~ PompeiiSalerno ~ Amalfi ~ CasertaCastel del Monte ~ Trani ~ Matera COST $2210 CAD(about US $1710) HIGHLIGHTSExplore 5 UNESCO World Heritage sites; immerse yourself in Rome’s diverse society and bubbling city life; marvel at the historic and artistic treasures...

  A GUIDED WALKING TOUR OF ROME & SOUTHERN ITALY (Includes transport by private van between locations)   April 5-14, 2018 ~ 10 Days / 9 Nights COST CAD $2210(about US $1710)   HIGHLIGHTSExplore 5 UNESCO World Heritage sites; immerse yourself in Rome’s diverse society and bubbling city life; marvel at the...