This year, we’ve all been eager to travel, with many of us exploring our own backyard and the beauty that the great Canadian wilderness has to offer.
Between weekend getaways and cross-country road trips, we’ve found there are specific adventures that change you, journeys that take your breath away and places that leave a lasting impression on your heart. We’ve also found these trips are best experienced on the road, letting you stop whenever and wherever you want, escaping the hustle and bustle of traditional travel and allowing you to create your own unique and personalized travel experience.
Whether you’re loading into a van, hitching up a trailer or renting an RV for the first time, there are many breathtaking road trips to experience across Canada. To spark inspiration for your next road trip, we’re sharing a few of our favourite trip itineraries from Go RVing Canada to get you started.
Escape the city in Ontario
Quiet nights cooking around the campfire feel extra cozy over a September long weekend. Check out our top three places to sneak away within Ontario.
The Grotto, Bruce Peninsula National Park
In Georgian Bay the beautiful turquoise waters can be seen from many stops hiking along the towering cliffs of the Niagara Escarpment. Located in Bruce Peninsula National Park, the world famous Grotto is known and recognized for the memorizing waters.
Prince Edward County
Wineries, lake views, and fresh air! What more could you need? Though we recommend you drive around the county to taste test all the wineries, there’s more than just wine to delight the senses in Prince Edward County. Pop into various barns turned art studios /galleries and discover farm-to-table restaurants, ice-creameries, and cideries along Prince Edward County’s country roads.
Sauble Beach
Tracing the shores of Lake Huron, Sauble Beach is the world’s second-longest freshwater beach. Grassy dunes, sea-glass green waves, and gentle breezes welcome you in for an afternoon relaxing on the beach.
Looking for a place to stay during your Ontario adventures? These are our must-see campgrounds in Ontario:
- The Cyprus Lake Campground – Bruce Peninsula, ON
- Cherry Beach Resort – Prince Edward County, ON
- Rocher Rouge Campground – Killarney, ON
Enjoy the ocean air on the East Coast
Escape to the East Coast enjoying the fresh ocean air and expansive landscapes that evoke a sense of wonder, curiosity and exploration. Take a road trip across the Maritimes and stop at these three must-see places.
Skyline Trail
Take in the breathtaking scenery hiking the Skyline Trail, a 6.5 km long trail where you can enjoy coastal views from atop a headland cliff, allowing you to see way off into the distance. Perfect for any experience level, you might spot moose and northern gannets or minke whales, harbour seals, and dolphins just offshore.
Peggy’s Cove
A trip to the East Coast is not complete without a visit to a lighthouse! Allow yourself to get lost in the crashing waves of the Atlantic as you watch the sunset at this iconic Canadian landmark.
Prince Edward Island
A bucket list stop for the perfect eastern Canada road trip, Prince Edward Island is a must-see destination. Immerse yourself in its natural beauty at Prince Edward Island National Park; pack a picnic and enjoy the beaches, red cliffs, and sand dunes.
The places you stay on a road trip are just as important as the experiences you have and destinations you visit. These three campgrounds will make your Maritimes experience that much more memorable.
- Ovens Natural Family Park Campground – Riverport, NS
- Seabreeze Campground – Fox Island, NS
- White Sands Campground – Prince Edward Island
Learn why it’s called ‘Beautiful British Columbia’:
‘Splendour without diminishment’ is the provincial motto of the natural beauty we know as British Columbia. The most western province in Canada is abundant in lush rainforests, breathtaking mountains, rugged coastlines, surf swells and magnificent wildlife. Here are our three must-see places to experience from the ocean to the mountains and tasty delights.
Cathedral Grove
After taking the ferry over to Vancouver Island, an old-growth forest with giant Douglas firs and walking trails, Cathedral Grove is a beautiful afternoon pit stop. The largest trees in the Grove are about 800 years old and measure 75m in height and 9m in circumference!
Nanaimo
Nestled on the ocean and home to legendary Nanaimo bars, this cozy town is a must-stop to curb your sweet tooth. If you can’t stop and explore don’t forget to pop into a coffee or pastry shop to grab one for the road.
Whistler
As the largest ski resort in North America and a year-round mountain playground, Whistler is Canada’s fail-proof vacation spot. Whether you’re into hiking, mountain sports, or fine cuisine, Whistler has it all.
Immerse yourself and nature and make the most of your road trip by staying at one of these campgrounds in British Columbia.
- Surf Grove Campground – Tofino, BC
- Living Forest Oceanside Campground – Nanaimo, BC
- Klahanie Campground – Squamish, BC
The road is waiting
None of these have you inspired? No problem, Go RVing Canada has a ton of other itineraries waiting for you and offers an interactive Trip Planner. This easy-to-use tool lets you map out your dream road trip by filtering in campgrounds and other points of interest. After finalizing your route, it’s time to find the perfect RV. Check out the RV Matchmaker or visit your local dealer to find out which model is right for you.
Now it’s time for you to pack up the RV and hit the road, making the most of what’s left of summer and discover everything Canada has to offer!