WELCOME TO HIKE CANADA EN MARCHE
At Hike Canada En Marche we are there for all who love long-distance hiking and who make it possible. We invite you to embark on a journey through the breathtaking landscapes of our great nation, where every step connects you to the heart of Canada’s natural wonders. As a vibrant community dedicated to preserving and promoting our extensive network of hiking trails, we celebrate the spirit of exploration and environmental stewardship.
Whether you’re a seasoned hiker, a curious newcomer or the president of a trail organization our mission is to foster a deeper appreciation for the diverse cultural heritage and stunning ecosystems that define our trails. Join us in building a footpath that not only leads you through nature but also inspires a lasting connection to the land we cherish.
Click HERE or on the Canada map image, to explore some of the hiking trails we’ve identified. (This will not work on some older browsers) There are 11 pages of more detailed maps which you can access using the yellow links on the first page and the top and bottom bars on the individual maps, or you can also scroll through. At any time you can zoom in and click on links to get more information on individual trails.
New map of a portion of the Alexander Mackenzie Heritage Trail
Halle Flygare has hiked the Alexander Mackenzie Heritage Trail (Grease Trail) more than 6 times. He has mapped the trail extensively. In 2022/2023, he and Dr. Harvey Thommasen located the original route through Tweedsmuir Provincial Park from Rainbow Cabin to the…
The National Hiking Trail of Canada is a unique project in which local clubs build and maintain their sections of the trail.
These sections then link together, forming a network of long paths encouraging people to explore and enjoy Canada’s outdoors while protecting natural areas.
It’s a community effort to create a trail that lets everyone experience the beauty of Canada’s landscapes, especially.
OUR MISSION
To promote, by working with local groups, the development and use of a Canada-wide network of hiking trails from coast to coast to coast that offer both Canadians and visitors the natural beauty and cultural heritage of Canada’s diverse regions, as well as facilitating a form of exercise that is physically and mentally beneficial.
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Our long-held vision of a natural corridor of pedestrian trails.
OUR VISION
To promote hiking networks throughout Canada with emphasis on maintained long-distance trails.
3800+ kms
Hike Canada on the national trail system for hiking, snowshoeing, and backpacking. With 3,800 km of operable trails and more public lands awaiting designation, the coast-to-coast corridor will showcase diverse natural landscapes and historical sites while supporting wildlife habitat and refuge.
From a 1971 meeting of national outdoor organizations and with the slogan “Towards a Foot Trail across Canada”, the National Hiking Trail was launched officially at a ceremony in Ottawa in 1987. Piece by piece, the scenic 10,000 kilometre footpath is growing between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, and our long-held vision of a natural corridor connecting existing natural-surface pedestrian trail systems with parklands and wild places is becoming a reality.
