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This Ontario Trail Will Take You Past A Sea Of Flowers To The Edge Of A Turquoise Bay

You can even discover some glacial potholes.
This Ontario Trail Will Take You Past A Sea Of Flowers To The Edge Of A Turquoise Bay
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Lead Writer, Travel

You can wander through so many blooms while en route to a stunning turquoise bay on this beautiful trail in Ontario.

The Hope Bay Lookout is located along the Bruce Trail in Lion's Head, and it's the perfect warm-weather hike. 

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You'll feel like you're on top of the world as you take in the panoramic views of the shining bay from atop the escarpment.

The 4-kilometre Jack Poste Side Trail will lead you to breathtaking glacial potholes carved into the bedrock.

Each May, the area fills with blooming trilliums, adding some extra beauty to your adventure.

Hope Bay Lookout

Price: Free

Address: 10 Hope Bay Rd., Lion's Head, ON

Why You Need To Go: Climb your way to incredible views of a turquoise bay at this flower-filled trail.

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      Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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