This Ontario trail has sandy turquoise beaches and a giant suspension bridge over a waterfall

It's a magical spot for a summer adventure.

A person standing on a suspension bridge. Right: A person in a bathing suit sitting by crystal water.

A giant suspension bridge at a National Park. Right: A blue-water beach.

Lead Writer, Travel

Looking for an epic summer adventure? This majestic Ontario trail takes you through stunning scenery and over a giant suspension bridge.

Located in a national park, the trail features gorgeous coastline, turquoise beaches, boreal forests and a breathtaking waterfall.

One of the highlights of the trail is the swaying suspension bridge, which towers 23 metres over a roaring cascade. You can take in the impressive gorge views while immersed in the mists of the powerful waterfall.

The trail is a challenging one, and you'll experience the "wildest hike on the wildest shore of all of the Great Lakes," according to the website.

The Coastal Trail in Pukaskwa National Park is "an adventurer's dream that offers a challenging but rewarding premiere Ontario wilderness experience," as described by Parks Canada.

The trail stretches for over 60 kilometres and is part of the Trans-Canada Trail.

You'll hike past cobble and sandy beaches filled with turquoise waves as you explore the rugged Lake Superior Coastline.

The White Water Suspension Bridge can be found along the Coastal Trail. The 18-kilometre hike is "not for the faint of heart" according to Parks Canada and takes between eight and nine hours to complete.

You'll be rewarded with breathtaking views of Chigamiwinigum Falls as you cross the swaying bridge.

The trail is open from May to October each year and you'll want to bring food, water, sunscreen, bug protection and more along with you on this adventure.

If you're up for a challenge this summer, Pukaskwa National Park's Coastal Trail might be worth tackling.

Coastal Trail at Pukaskwa National Park

Price: $6.50 admission per adult

When: May 15 to October 15, 2024

Address: Coastal Hiking Trail, Thunder Bay, ON

Parks Canada website

Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.

  • Lead Writer

    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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