You're an adventurer. An explorer. You thrive when you're outdoors surrounded by the wonders of nature. It's where you play. Where you feel most alive. Where your mind, body, and soul get rebooted.
You can "do-it-yourself" but for the best experience, we recommend letting local experts help you with trip planning, supplying high-quality gear, meals, guides, accommodation, and more.
Things to Do
Spring & Summer
- Backpacking
- Camping
- Canoeing
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Kayaking
- Mountain Biking
- Paddleboarding
- Rafting
- Rock climbing
- Ziplining
Winter & Fall
Plan Your Visit
Parks
Attractions
- 9 of the Most Beautiful Places You Didn’t Know Existed—and They’re all in Ontario
- 10 Best Vacation Destinations for Retirees in Ontario
Stay here
Camping & Glamping
- A Guide to Crown Land Camping In Ontario
- 14 Amazing Places to Go Beach Camping in Ontario
- A Guide to Learn to Camp Programs in Ontario
- The Best Places to Winter Camp in Ontario
- The 17 Best Glamping Spots in Ontario
Cabins, lodges & resorts
All Articles
Go Foraging in Ontario
Learn the basics of how to harvest wild edibles found across the province.
Hike The Best Trails
Discover your next great adventure.
Feelin' the vibe
Cycle Touring on Manitoulin Island
Winter Camping in Ontario Parks
Find the best cozy yurts or tents to stay in.
Hike the Pukaskwa Coastal Trail
Discover awe-inspiring waterfalls, beaches and vistas on this epic 60-km trail.
Learn to Camp
A beginners guide.
Fear or Fun?
Paddling the mighty Missinaibi.
Winter Camping
It’s an easy and safe snow vacation.
Skiing & Snowboarding During the Pandemic
Find out what restrictions you'll find at ski areas in Ontario.
Adventurous Getaways For Couples
16 vacation packages a short drive from Toronto.
Best Weekend Escapes
Discover a wealth of pristine nature, paddling, snowsports and more.
Star Gazing
Gordon's Park Dark Sky Preserve
Guiding the British Invasion
Woodland Caribou Provincial Park
12 reasons to go to the slate islands
1. Caribou 2. Kayaking ...
Kids are simply happy in nature
A family adventure on the French River
Jiimaan: Traditional canoe building
Visit Canadian Canoe Museum before Oct. 2
Celebrating the canoe
Should it be on our flag instead of the maple leaf?
No roughing it on this guys getaway
In the wild with style
Skills Video: How to launch & land with style
Get tips from Ontario Sea Kayak Centre
Video: Feel the rush
Learn how to run a waterfall & punch holes