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
Save the dates! Hike Ontario Summit March 4, 2026 - The annual Hike Ontario Summit will be held on September 25-27, 2026, in the beautiful tourist and trails town of Westport. Continue Reading
Tentative date for next Navigation course March 4, 2026 - Hike Ontario is considering offering another session of the one-day Navigation: Map and Compass course. The proposed date is Sunday, April 19, 2026, 9 am-5 pm. Let us know if you are interested in participating. Continue Reading
Navigation: Map and Compass – April 18, 2026 February 25, 2026 - Navigation: Map and Compass is an introductory course in map reading and compass-use skills. Participants will learn concepts and practice skills to help them plan and follow a route using a map and compass. Continue Reading