8 Ontario Hiking Trails That Will Take You To Lakes In Every Shade Of Blue
If sunny days at the lake are your idea of heaven, we got you covered. These Ontario hiking trails will take you to stunning bodies of water in every shade of blue.
If you want to avoid the crowds, you can trek to a cliffside lookout over azure waves. Or you could visit a trek in the middle of the city, that is so simple you don't even need hiking boots.
Here are all outdoor adventures you'll want to see at least once in your life:
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Bon Echo & Mazinaw Lake
Price: $10.84 per vehicle (some trails have an additional ferry fee)
Address: Bon Echo Provincial Park, 16151 Hwy. 41, Cloyne, ON
Why You Need To Go: There are multiple short hiking trails to explore, including one that leads to a breathtaking lookout.
Killarney Lake
Price: $10.84 per vehicle
Address: Killarney Provincial Park, 960 ON-637, Killarney, ON
Why You Need To Go: If you are an avid hiker looking for a challenge, The Crack Trail leads to Killarney Ridge, where you can enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view.
Bat Lake
Price: $10.84 per vehicle
Address: Algonquin Provincial Park, Ontario 60, ON
Why You Need To Go: This 2.5-hour loop trail has so many fantastic things to enjoy like a blue lake, lookout and towering hemlock trees.
Cyprus Lake
Price: $ 7.90 per person
Address: Bruce Peninsula National Park, 469 Cyprus Lake Rd., Tobermory, ON
Why You Need To Go: The bright turquoise water here looks like it belongs in Bali. To see it for yourself, explore the easy Cyprus Lake Trail.
Dow's Lake
Price: Free
Address: Dow's Lake, Ottawa, ON
Why You Need To Go: There is no need to leave the city for this simple walk. You can follow the Rideau Canal Western Pathway along the edge of Dow's Lake.
Semiwite Lake
Price: $10.84 per vehicle
Address: Algoma, Unorganized, North Part, ON
Why You Need To Go: It is worth every step to enjoy the view of the water from the 130-metre high Helenbar Lookout.
McGinnis Lake
Price: $10.84 per vehicle
Address: Petroglyphs Provincial Park, 2249 Northeys Bay Rd., Woodview, ON
Why You Need To Go: Here you can see a turquoise body of water that is one of the few meromictic lakes in Canada.
Before you get going, check our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.
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