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VaughanPL: Hiking and Adventure

What better way to spend the spectacular Fall days than to get outside and take a hike? It does not only rejuvenate your your mind, body and soul, but when you hike with friends and/or family, it can also bring you closer together, and create long-lasting memories. Whether you enjoy a quick hike for some fresh air or multi-days hiking and camping trip, the following books will give you some great ideas. (*Note: Even though most of them are outdoor activities, but some areas may be quite crowded; remember physical distancing, always bring mask and hand sanitizer with you.)

Vaughan Public Libraries

11 items

  • 110 Nature Hot Spots in Ontario

    the Best Parks, Conservation Areas and Wild Places

    Earley, Chris G., 1968-
    No matter you are a naturalist, photographer, hiker, camper, paddler or botanist, this is the book for you. It highlighted everything that you need to know all-in-one book, with more than 250 beautiful pictures in 224 pages.
    Book, 2018Richmond Hill, Ontario : Firefly Books, 2018. — 917.1304 Ear 2018
  • Looking for somewhere to go but don't know where to start? This is the book for you. This magnificent book make us realized that there are actually quite a number of marvelous hidden gems just right under our noses, some you may not even have…
    Book, 2018[Cologne, Germany] : Emons, [2018] — 917.1354104 Gen
  • Definite guide for campers. Very informative insider's guide for over forty parks across Ontario, ranking according to their scenic beauty, size and facilities.
    Book, 2005Erin, Ont. : Boston Mills Press, [2005] — 917.1304 Car
  • The essence of Algonquin is its breathtaking scenic view includes thousands of lakes from various sizes and its rocky ridges. But the only way to explore these hidden gems is by canoe or on foot. This book not only provides good advice on where to…
    Book, 2012[Erin, Ont.] : Boston Mills Press, [2012] — 797.12209713147 Cal 2012
  • Great advice, great book, great information and great photos! The best part of this book is its concise maps, show us how to to get there. Truly one of the best back-road trip books I have ever read.
    Book, 2019Richmond Hill, Ontario : Firefly Books, 2019. — 917.1304 Bro 2019
  • Classic Hikes of North America

    25 Breathtaking Treks in the United States and Canada

    Potterfield, Peter
    I have included this book here, because this book truly fun to read, not only because it is beautiful with amazing photos, but it is also very informative.
    Book, 2012New York : W.W. Norton & Co., [2012] — 796.51097 Pot
  • This is a family activities book, provides great ideas where to go for some great family fun and adventures with your kids. From hiking, biking to fall leaf gazing.
    Book, 2018Richmond Hill, Ontario : Firefly Books, [2018] — 917.1354104 Bar 2018
  • Historical Walks

    the Gatineau Park Story

    Looking for going somewhere outside Ontario? What about Gatineau Park, Quebec? Locates only 20 minutes north of Parliament Hill by car. This book includes everything one needs to know about this place, its history, its marvelous trails and its…
    Unknown, 1988–Markham ON : Fitzhenry & Whiteside, [1988-] — 917.1422104 His
  • Nature Hikes

    near-Toronto Trails and Adventures

    Eagleson, Janet, 1968-
    This is a full color comprehensive guidebook with maps on 39 Conservation Areas within GTA. All-in-one book, save us plenty of time on web browsing and searching.
    Book, 2018Richmond Hill, Ontario : Firefly Books, 2018. — 917.13541045 Eag 2018
  • The ... Bruce Trail Reference

    Trail Guide and Maps : a Comprehensive Guide of the Bruce Trail From Queenston Heights to Tobermory

    This guide detailed one of the oldest, most famous and second longest marked trail in Canada. Approximately 900 km in total, that you can break into different parts. Some of the areas in this trail is under UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, which…
    Book, 1998–Hamilton, Ont. : Bruce Trail Association, [1998-] — 917.1304 Bru
  • All-in-one book, over 80 waterfalls in one book. It is a comprehensive guide books on waterfalls of Ontario that best for waterfalls enthusiasts like me. It also includes information on nearby towns, walking time, as well as the trail conditions.
    Book, 2003–Richmond Hill, Ont. : Firefly Books, 2003- — 551.48409713 Har