Are you ready to travel and discover Canada? Dare to live an extraordinary adventure in this northern country. Enter and observe the wonders of nature, breathe the fresh air of the mountains and forests, feel the cold of the snow, rivers, and lakes, admire the urban landscapes that surround you, rural and wild, and practice extreme sports and activities to pass the time. Follow the footsteps of the pioneers of the first nations, and enjoy a new experience.
The Trans Canada Trail (TCT) began its construction in 1992, and nowadays it runs from east to west; starts at Saint John’s, passes through Newfoundland to Victoria, British Columbia and north from Calgary to the Arctic Ocean. You will travel 18,070 kilometers throughout this trip.
The main objective of this journey is to know everything: each province, each land, and territory, each hidden place, looking for something that will surprise you in the amazing roads of Canada. It is the longest network of recreational walking trails in the world. You can also cross the trail by horse, riding a bike, a snowmobile, etc.
Distract and enjoy
You can choose a list of varied activities that will keep you entertained and allow you to have a great time on the road. You can start hiking one afternoon, travel a few kilometers by bicycle, or horseback riding. If you are a snow fan, you can choose skiing, snowmobiling or go kayaking. The point is that you get to choose what you want, enjoy what you do.
Sneak out of the snow for a while and skirt Lake Ontario so you can come face to face with the beautiful boreal forest, where you will be amazed by the wildlife. Do not worry, you can find a detailed map online to guide you.
Following the best route, you can paddle on the Athabasca River to British Columbia, or tour Galloping Goose, a 71-kilometer trail from Victoria to Scooke Hills. This place is an abandoned mining site of Leechtown, but we assure you that you will get the best views on the way; perfect sights of the ocean and rural areas.
In the northern territories, everything becomes more interesting. Will you be able to follow in the footsteps of the intrepid pioneer Samuel Hearne? He was the first European to trace the Coppermine River by land until the river mouth in the Arctic Ocean. Challenge yourself to relive the experience, but with much more comfort and security. You can do it!
If you like this adventure, you can experience the picturesque Cowichan Valley Rail Trail in Vancouver; the Kettle Valley Railway Trail, in British Columbia or the Whitehorse Copper Trail on the famous Yukon River.
When to Go
You can cross the Trans Canada Trail year-round, as it is a multi-use trail, with different sections suitable for different activities.
How long
The trail is perfect for everything from hour-long recreational hikes, with a bit of bird-watching thrown in, to months-long backpacking adventures.
Planning
Contact the local tourism board before taking to the trail to make sure your sport of choice is welcome in the province you plan to visit.
Inside Information
The trails are in daily use by locals from more than 800 nearby cities and towns.
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