By MERLE ROSENSTEIN
One of our nine fabulous fall hiking trails: The Fundy Footpath (Photo: Dept. of Tourism & Parks, NB)
Head for the hills this fall and explore one of Canada’s many hiking trails, whether it’s tackling tough terrain on BC’s west coast or a slow sojourn on the Fundy Footpath (pictured). Well-trod trails accommodate any age or fitness level. Fall is an excellent time to get outside and capture the golden glow that softens the landscape. Proper hiking boots, water and snacks are a must. For organized outings with an experienced guide, contact cross-Canada hiking clubs or specific clubs in Atlantic Canada, Quebec, Ontario, the Prairies, Alberta and BC.
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- BC’s West Coast Trail is a protected park with an old growth forest, beaches, caves, hidden coves and cliffs. The trail is easily accessed from Victoria or Vancouver.<br /> <br /> <em>• BC's West Coast Trail, 2185 Ocean Terrace Rd., Ucluelet British Columbia, 250-726-3500, <a href="http://www.westcoasttrailbc.com/"> westcoasttrailbc.com</a></em>
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- West Coast Trail, British Columbia
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- Ontario’s Bruce Trail, completed in 1967, extends from Niagara to the tip of the Bruce Peninsula. The peninsula's Grotto Area (pictured) is full of nooks and crannies for rock hounds to enjoy.<br /> <br /> <em>• Bruce Trail, The Bruce Trail Conservancy PO Box 857, Hamilton Ontario, 1-800-665-HIKE, <a href="http://brucetrail.org"> brucetrail.org</a></em>
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- Bruce Trail, Ontario
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- You can see sheep grazing in the tall grasses on the Green Gardens Trail in Gros Morne National Park. Varied scenery along the hike includes coves, beaches, meadows, boulders and seascapes.<br /> <br /> <em>• Gros Morne National Park, PO Box 130, Rocky Harbour Newfoundland, 709-458-2417, <a href="http://www.pc.gc.ca/pn-np/nl/grosmorne/index.aspx"> </a></em>
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- Green Gardens Trail, Gros Morne National Park, Newfoundland
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- One of the most popular hikes in Banff National Park, Johnson Canyon and the Ink Pots showcases a limestone canyon carved by the power of raging water.<br /> <br /> <em>• Parks Canada, 224 Banff Ave., Banff Alberta, 403-762-1550, <a href="http://www.banff.com/hiking/johnston_canyon.shtml"> banff.com</a></em>
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- Johnston Canyon, Banff National Park, Alberta
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- The Fundy Footpath, a challenging wilderness trail, reaches for 41 km along the Fundy shore from the <a title="http://fundytrailparkway.com/" href="http://fundytrailparkway.com/">Fundy Trail Parkway</a> near Big Salmon River to <a title="http://www.pc.gc.ca/pn-np/nb/fundy/index.aspx" href="http://www.pc.gc.ca/pn-np/nb/fundy/index.aspx">Fundy National Park</a>.<br /> <br /> <em>• Fundy Footpath, 229 Main St., St. Martins New Brunswick , 506-833-2019, <a href="http://www.fundytrailparkway.com/en/the_fundy_footpath/"> </a></em>
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- Fundy Footpath, Fundy National Park, New Brunswick
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- Look for caribou and moose on hikes in Gaspésie National Park, a landscape of mountains, coastline and sparkling waters. The <a title="http://www.sia-iat.com/" href="http://www.sia-iat.com/">International Appalachian Trail</a> runs through the peninsula, but you can also do short 1- to 17-km hikes.<br /> <br /> <em>• Gaspésie Hiking Trails, 1-800-665-6527,<a href="http://www.sepaq.com/pq/gas/index.dot?language_id=1"> sepaq.com</a></em>
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- Gaspésie Hiking Trails, Quebec
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- The Grey Owl Trail in the rugged Canadian Shield region of northern Saskatchewan takes in rolling hills, sandy beaches and depressions in the thick boreal forest. Hike part of the 20-km trail or do an overnight along the way for a chance to see the northern lights.<br /> <br /> <em>• Grey Owl Trail,<a href="http://www.trailpeak.com/trail-Grey-Owl-Trail-near-Prince-Albert-Arpt-SK-961"> trailpeak.com</a></em>
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- Grey Owl Trail, Prince Albert National Park, Saskatchewan
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- Expansive views of coastline, coves and rugged cliffs abound from the highlands of the <a href="http://www.cabottrail.travel/">Cabot Trail on Cape Breton Island</a>.<br /> <br /> <em>• Cabot Trail, 1-800-565-0000,<a href="http://www.novascotia.com/en/home/ourregions/scenic_travelways/cabot_trail/default.aspx"> novascotia.com</a></em>
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- Cabot Trail, Nova Scotia
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- The Trans Canada Trail, the world’s longest network of trails, stretches 16,500 km across Canada. Jump on at any point, and get hiking!<br /> <br /> <em>• Trans Canada Trail, 1-800-465-3636, <a href="http://www.tctrail.ca"> tctrail.ca</a></em>
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