About Hike Ontario
Hike Ontario acts as the voice for over 9 million hikers and walkers in Ontario. Our mission is to preserve, protect, and support hiking and walking in Ontario’s natural and urban landscapes. While Hike Ontario recognizes the diversity of trails and trail uses, our focus is on the representation and promotion of pedestrian based trails and their benefits. Our guiding principle is to ensure safe and appropriate hiking with a purpose to protect nature, educate users, promote healthy living, engage youth and respect all individuals.
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Hike Ontario News and Events
Navigation: Map and Compass – November 21, 2026 November 3, 2026 - Navigation: Map and Compass is an introductory course in map reading and compass-use skills. Participants will learn concepts and practice skills to help them plan and follow a route using a map and compass. Continue Reading
Certified Hike Leader (Online Course) – December 16 and 23, 2026 November 1, 2026 - In two online sessions, Hike Ontario’s Certified Hike Leader program takes candidates from hiker to leader, ready to facilitate great outings for fellow hikers and also to inspire them to become Certified Hike Leaders themselves. Continue Reading
Family Nature Hike August 12, 2026 - As part of the "2026 Youth Nature Exploration & Environmental Stewardship Program" series, we invite families to join us at Milne Dam Conservation Area on August 29, 2026. Follow the Rouge River through forests, wetlands, lakes, and a dam — experiencing nature firsthand and learning about ecology in a real outdoor classroom. Continue Reading