Utah (and a bit of Arizona, California and Nevada)
January 2023 – 10 days
We Canadians can deal with the cold, but the heat not so much. So what better time to explore the desert than in the middle of winter with lower temperatures and fewer crowds. So we packed our bags and flew into Las Vegas to take a road trip through southern Utah to explore the “Mighty Five” national parks, along with a few other nearby national and state parks
National Parks: Zion, Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef, Canyonlands, Arches, Grand Canyon and Death Valley
Other Places: Snow Canyon State Park, Antelope Canyon and Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
Ontario | Ottawa
January 2023 – 2 days
Ottawa is the capital of Canada and is situated in eastern Ontario along the Ottawa River. It is home to Parliament Hill and contains many historic sites, landmarks and national museums. This vibrant city also offers year-round opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, including skating on the Rideau Canal in the winter and hiking one of many trails in or around the city.
Ontario | Point Pelee National Park
December 2022 – 2 days
Point Pelee National Park is located on a peninsula in Lake Erie and is the southernmost point of the Canadian mainland. It is the second smallest national park in Canada and is the first national park established for ecological conservation reasons. It contains marshes, wetlands, swamp forests and sandy beaches. It is also an important resting point for migrating birds and monarch butterflies in the spring and fall.
Ontario | MacGregor Point Provincial Park
December 2022 – 2 days
MacGregor Point Provincial Park is located on the stunningly sandy shores of Lake Huron. The park is open year round, but boasts of having the biggest waves during the off-season in the fall and winter. The park offers several trails for hiking and other activities depending on the season, like fishing and swimming in the summer and cross-country skiing and skating in the winter.
Ontario | Killarney Provincial Park
November 2022 – 2 days
Killarney Provincial Park is located along the northern shore of Georgian Bay. It is surrounded by wilderness and contains mountains, forests, lakes, beaches and wetlands. It is open year-round and provides a number of recreational activities depending on the season to enjoy the stunning scenery. The campground also offers roofed accommodations that provide a more comfortable and convenient camping experience.