About Hike Ontario
Hike Ontario acts as the voice for over 9 million hikers and walkers in Ontario. Our mission is to preserve, protect, and support hiking and walking in Ontario’s natural and urban landscapes. While Hike Ontario recognizes the diversity of trails and trail uses, our focus is on the representation and promotion of pedestrian based trails and their benefits. Our guiding principle is to ensure safe and appropriate hiking with a purpose to protect nature, educate users, promote healthy living, engage youth and respect all individuals.
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Hike Ontario News and Events
Certified Hike Leader – April 1 and 12, 2026 March 22, 2026 - Become a Certified Hike Leader! Register now for two half-day sessions in St. Jacobs, Ontario. Continue Reading
Spots available for Certified Hike Leader course March 20, 2026 - The Guelph Hiking Trail Club is looking for hike leaders to lead hikes in and around Guelph. A few spots are still available for the Certified Hike Leader course on March 29, 2026. Continue Reading
Chainsaw Course – May 2026 March 15, 2026 - Hike Ontario is pleased to announce that in partnership with the Ganaraska Hiking Trail Association Inc. (GHTA), a one-day chainsaw course for Hike Ontario member clubs and their members is being offered on May 2 and May 3, 2026, at a Midland GHTA club member's property near Midland, Ontario. Continue Reading