There's a lot of fun waiting for you on Ontario's trails, but safety and preparedness should always come first. Trail Smart pages are a great place to start when planning your next adventure.
Each page contains in-depth information covering everything from tips for first-time explorers, to safety in the back-country and on the water. Check them out for expert advice and all the essentials for your outdoor pursuits.
In general we want trail users to understand its user responsbility first. Stay on the Trail, only use premitted uses - if its a hike only trail, don't dirt bike on it - if its a ATV only trail don't wak on it.
Their are basic guidelines for all trails use - we call this trial etiquette. Learn to be a responsible trail user - its actually very easy.
Trail Smart
4WD Smart
Learn to 4WD in the safest way on trails
ATV Smart
Learn how to use your ATV in a safe way on Ontario's Trails
Bike Smart
Ride your bike as best you can, in as safe a way as you can.
Climb Smart
Whether you are bouldering or going up a vertical face, climb smart and stay safe!
Paddle Smart
Be the best, safest paddler around.
Ride Smart
A perfect fact sheet of tips for the horse rider on the trail
Skate Smart
Snowmobile Smart
Rider and Trail user education is goal number one for the safe use and enjoyment of Ontario Trails
Snowshoe Smart
Snowshoe Smart in a way that allows you to have fun, stay warm and trail safe!
Trail Etiquette
In the woods, hiking? Know how to manage yourself and others in this non-urban environment
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