With changes still happening with COVID19, please continue to make sure that you get your information from official sources such as the World Health Organization and Ottawa Public Health.

The most reliable trail closure updates will be on official websites for each of the trails. Currently, Parkways in Gatineau park are closed.

To stay connected and see updates from fellow AR Ottawa Hiking Challenger hikers, follow along on Instagram, or join the Facebook Group, Adventure Report Ottawa Hiking Challenge.

I can’t wait to hike with everyone again soon! – Meg K of Adventure Report

Take the challenge, and enjoy the best hiking trails in and around the National Capital Region!

Creating the Adventure Report Ottawa Hiking Challenge

We want to give a huge thank you to everyone who helped this challenge come together.

Most importantly, we want to say THANK YOU to the people who read this blog!

For three years, you’ve been reading trail reports here and planning your own adventures. And that has kept us motivated to keep getting outside and heading to new (to us) places to report back on! So this challenge is for you- a way to give back and motivate you just as you’ve motivated us. Thank you!

We also want to say thank you to the Rideau Trail Association, the Hike it Baby Ottawa Chapter, the Ottawa Rambling Club, and members of the Ottawa Outdoors Club for providing their knowledge and feedback about which trails should be included!

Sponsors

We are thrilled to announce that Flora Hall Brewing Company will be giving a free beer to the first 25 finishers (over the age of 19) of any Edition of the Adventure Report Ottawa Hiking Challenge!

And we’re also super excited that FunHaven Ottawa has agreed to give 50 free FunHaven play credits to the first 25 finishers who are under the age of 19!

Our sponsors are looking forward to seeing you when they have reopened and are fully operational- there is no expiry date for these prizes!

The Challenge

The Adventure Report Ottawa Hiking Challenge has three separate Editions.

The Starter Edition

…is a challenge that’s perfect for absolutely anyone! The trails in this Edition are beautiful and can be hiked easily, regardless of experience, skill level, or age.

Download a Printable PDF of the Starter Edition to Keep Track of Your Hikes: STARTER EDITION Adventure Report Ottawa Hiking Challenge

The Views Edition

…is a little bit more challenging, but still doable! Each trail in this Edition boasts stunning lookouts for views that will be worth the trip.

Download a Printable PDF of the Views Edition to Keep Track of Your Hikes: VIEWS EDITION Adventure Report Ottawa Hiking Challenge

The Road Trip Edition

…is the perfect challenge for anyone who likes to get out of the city. Take your time, enjoy the drive, and disconnect for the day on the trails in this Edition.

Download a Printable PDF of the Road Trip Edition to Keep Track of Your Hikes: ROAD TRIP EDITION Adventure Report Ottawa Hiking Challenge

Rules

-Hike every trail on the list for the Edition you’ve chosen (pick one Edition, or try to complete all of them!).

-You must hike the same route as Adventure Report’s trail report, but you can hike in any direction (see website for trail reports and routes, www.adventurereport.ca).

-Hikes must be completed after the Challenge was introduced (March 19, 2020).

-Don’t forget to tag us so we can share your adventure! #adventurereport and @adventurereport.

-Kids have to hike the whole trail themselves!

-Please respect all posted trail rules and closures, and remember to Leave No Trace.

-Send $3 to paypal.me/adventurereport once you’ve finished any Edition, and include a note with your name (written how you want it displayed on your Finisher’s certificate), address, age, and the Edition you completed.

-Check the mail for your finisher’s sticker, certificate, and prize!