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Hiking is so enjoyable no matter what the season. It is an amazing physical activity that can be considered a cardiovascular workout that helps build endurance, balance, strength and improve overall fitness. Winter hiking actually enhances the physical activity required even more than the other seasons. Hiking during any season has also been shown to reduce stress, enhance mood, and promote mental well-being. The combination of physical exercise, fresh air, and exposure t

We hiked this trail on Sunday, February 8, 2026, continuing our adventure from the day before. Dyer's Bay is just north of Cape Chin. If you're interested in reading more about our previous day's journey and the experiences we had, make sure to check out that blog post here: Cape Chin This day felt just as cold as the previous day, with temperatures sitting at a biting -28 degrees Celsius. Despite the frigid conditions, there was a noticeable absence of wind, which made the

On Saturday, February 7, 2026, my Mom and I embarked on an exciting adventure, driving separately to the picturesque Bruce Peninsula area for a weekend filled with hiking and exploration. The Bruce Peninsula, renowned for its stunning natural beauty, offers a myriad of trails that wind through lush forests and along breathtaking cliffs overlooking the crystal-clear waters of Georgian Bay. We were both eager to immerse ourselves in this winter wonderland. Making it to the Trai

We completed this hike on Saturday, January 24, 2026. Throughout the week leading up to the hike, I had meticulously planned our outing for that particular Saturday, eagerly anticipating the adventure that awaited us. However, as Friday night approached, a sense of uncertainty crept in. Jared, expressed his concerns about the extreme cold that was forecasted, as temperatures would plummet to an alarming -30 degrees Celsius. The thought of braving such frigid conditions made

So you love hiking but hate the cold? I totally hear ya! Winter hiking is indeed a different beast from summer hiking, presenting its own unique set of challenges and rewards. The stark beauty of snow-covered landscapes can be breathtaking, and the tranquility of nature during the winter months is often unmatched. However, it’s important to recognize that winter hiking does come with its own set of difficulties that can make it a more demanding experience than hiking in warme

January 8, 2026 we hiked the Mallory beach Lookout section of the Bruce Trail. This section of the trail is a continuation from a hike we did back in November Malcolm Bluffs (Rock Crevices) . We had another glorious mild day and the beautiful sun was shining bright. It was a stunning change to the gloom that winter brings. This day it felt like 3 degrees celsius and while I still wore my base layers, I wish I had chosen a t-shirt at times. The previous day we had hiked

On January 7, the pups and I started our next adventure hiking in the Bruce Peninsula. This Jones Bluff trail was a continuation of a trail I did back in November 2025 Coveney's Loop to the Rock Formations . We had woken up pretty early to get a head start on this day which was likely to be long. We had a two hour drive to this trail head, which we were able to arrive at by 10am. The last time I was in this area, at the end of November, there was a bit of snow but nothin

January 1, 2026 - yep thats right 2026! Full new year and all new goals. Well, not all new, I'm still focused on completing the Bruce Trail. I needed to do this hike to join two sections of the Bruce Trail that I had already completed. I had already hiked Snell Side Trail Duncan Caves and Snell Loop and then north of that at mono cliffs Mill Creek (Metcalfe Rock) and Mono Cliffs . The parking lot was in the middle of the two sections but a bit closer to the mono cliffs

Our first winter hikes! Follow along through the beauty and wonder of what winter has to offer. Both hikes are around Hockley Valley.