North America Active

07/21/2022

Brave to go beyond the dense urban jungle – there exists a wealth of wild landscapes and unique experiences to enjoy in Ontario.

Ontario has a reputation for its cities while the province’s natural beauty is so often overlooked. For those that dare to look further, you will be r

06/27/2022

"Why do I love self guided hikes? It gives me the freedom to hike at my own pace, stop when I want or keep walking as long as I want."

Why do I love self guided hikes? It gives me the freedom to hike at my own pace, stop when I want or keep walking as long as I want.

06/22/2022

Embark on your own “search for gold” on the Chilkoot Trail at the border of British Columbia and Yukon.

Embark on your own “search for gold” on the Chilkoot Trail at the border of British Columbia and Yukon. Read the trail highlights and what to expect w

06/17/2022

Where to go when visiting Zion National Park? Angels Landing!

On our 'Best of the West' tour, you'll hike to a huge sandstone dome that rises over the narrow valley of the Virgin River offering unforgettable views.

We recommend attempting the hike all the way to the top, it truly is worth the effort 🤩

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06/05/2022

Cycle through places that others miss 🚴🏽‍♂️

We'll find those hidden gems and cover all the trip logistics, so you simply come along for the adventurous ride. Who's in?

05/29/2022

Ever walked on a glacier?

On our 'Great Alaska Adventure' you follow the lateral moraine of Root Glacier out to where the blue ice begins with our local mountaineering guide.

The more adventurous can even challenge themselves on a climbing course. Talk about 'cool'.

📸 Amanda Mallon

05/25/2022

See the coastal highlights of Newfoundland's top long-distance hiking trail and what makes it one of Canada's top hikes to explore.

05/22/2022

With a cup of persistence and a dash of humbleness, trekking California’s high Sierra Mountains will transport you to a place like no other.

With a cup of persistence and a dash of humbleness, trekking California’s high Sierra Mountains will transport you to a place like no other

05/19/2022

More than a century after the gold rush, the Chilkoot Trail remains a truly priceless wilderness experience.

With food drops and an experienced wilderness guide and porter carrying group equipment, your ‘grubstake’ will be significantly lighter than those that came before you.

📸 Mark Daffey

05/05/2022

When in Nova Scotia... cycle the Rum Runners Trail 🚴🏽‍♂️🚴‍♀️

You'll retrace the historical footsteps of daring Prohibition rum-runners and to a welcoming Atlantic fishing community. Fresh seafood and gorgeous Atlantic coastlines are guaranteed!

05/04/2022

"The photos you take along the way will never truly show the majesty of the John Muir Trail, but will act as a window to your soul. While a million photos will never capture the splendour of the John Muir Trail, a single photo can contain a lifetime of memories." - Ken Harris

04/22/2022

Hiking or cycling offers a way for you to slow down and see the beauty of nature. Plus you're joining the growing movement of sustainable tourism.

Let’s continue to use thoughtful travel to not only see the world but to make it a better home. 🌏

📍Kluane National Park on our 'Yukon Adventure'

04/11/2022

See what it's like to cycle this converted railway line now used as an inspiring recreational route. 🚴‍♀️🚴🏽‍♂️

The Rum Runners Rail Trail is a converted railway line used as an inspiring recreational route that appeals to bike enthusiasts of all abilities. See

04/07/2022

Crossing alpine meadows? Humpback and Minke Spotting? Or birdwatching during the blooming season?

Discover the best adventures to enjoy during Canada's springtime. Visiting Canada during spring means witnessing nature’s awesome annual displays, but

02/08/2022

A walk in the park can keep the doctor away.

Doctors in B.C. can now prescribe Parks Canada passes to patients in need of the physical or mental health benefits offered by time spent in nature 🌲 Way to go Canada 🇨🇦

📷 Parks Canada

12/22/2021

Happy Holidays from all the team at North America Active. Wishing you a safe and merry Christmas and an active 2022!

11/29/2021

The quieter Schoodic Peninsula, one of the three sections of Acadia, is a feast for the soul. Discover intricate bays and tree-lined mountains rising majestically along the coast as you cycle through this oft forgotten corner of the United States.

🚴🏽‍♀️ Experience it on our 'Coastal Maine by Bike' trip

11/23/2021

With the highest concentration of peaks over 14,000 feet in the US, Colorado is best explored on foot.

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11/14/2021

Switch the city bustle for quiet farms, vineyards and countryside wineries. Check out our NEW cycling trip along Long Island's beautiful coastline.

The northeastern state of New York is recognized worldwide for many iconic landmarks such as Niagara Falls, the Statue of Liberty, the Brooklyn Bridge and most famous, New York City. Just a short way from the city brings you to the summer getaway region known as the Hamptons. This group of small tow...

11/03/2021

This barren mars-like landscape of mantle rock that once lay beneath the earth's crust is one of the reasons why Gros Morne National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

👉 Hike this incredible landscape on our Gros Morne Advenure

10/23/2021

To discover history from a much earlier era, travel farther north to L’Anse aux Meadows, the oldest Viking settlement on the continent.

📷 Dru Kennedy Photography

09/07/2021

If you're physically able to do it, don't be part of the 99% that never dips their head below the rim of the Grand Canyon. It's a challenging hike to the bottom, but offers memories that would fill the canyon twice over.

09/03/2021

If you plan to cycle Canada's Blueberry cycle route this season, just watch out for the carnivorous plants!

08/31/2021

Hiking, cruising and paddling through the 'real' Alaska - ✔
A chance to see North America's highest point - ✔

Alaska’s greatest asset may actually be its diversity and the state’s superlatives simply defy the imagination. Alaska is home to Prince William Sound – a diverse maritime complex of tidewater glaciers and deep fjords, Wrangell-St. Elias – America’s largest National Park and home to 9 of t...

08/28/2021

Ways to beat your daily step count #13 - Hike the East Coast Trail in Newfoundland. Season concludes end of October.

08/24/2021

The most beautiful moments while out hiking are the small moments you don't expect, like spotting a Honey Mushroom on the Bruce Trail in Ontario. Escape to the wilderness - season ends October.

08/10/2021

With the Canadian border now open for eligible US residents, here's our pick of some of the best active experiences on offer in Canada.

From the mountains to the coast, discover the best Candian wilderness adventures for every season.

08/10/2021

Good morning from the John Muir Trail, California

08/05/2021

Like the idea of just unpacking once during a trip?
The Hill Country region in Texas makes for challenging yet rewarding riding.
So, we've made it that little bit easier with a 'centre-based' biking itinerary, where you return to the same accommodation each evening.

Discover all the best of Texas Hill Country by bike as you explore the region from the historic town of Fredericksburg, Texas. Wind your way through small towns to legendary country music dance halls, past sprawling vineyards with award-winning wine while based in Fredericksburg, a town of German-in...

08/02/2021

From Viking settlements to Canada's oldest natural wonders, Newfoundland and Labrador are home to some of the most inspiring hikes in Canada.

Here's our list on where to find the best of the best on foot.

As Canada's most easterly part, Newfoundland and Labrador offers boundless natural wonders, colourful centuries-old streets and forms part of the worl