Canada has a wealth of wildlife and outdoor activities for nature lovers and adventurers alike — even mountain climbers! It’s a great place to get a start on conditioning for higher peaks and harsher terrain. Here is a look at the four tallest peaks in eastern Canada.
Tallest peaks in eastern Canada:
1. Mount Carleton
Mount Carleton Trail is a moderate hike up the 820-meter (2,680 feet) peak of Mount Carleton, the highest peak in the Maritime Provinces. At the summit, you can see beautiful views all the way to Maine and Quebec. The 4.4 km trail takes about 1.5-2 hours to traverse.
2. White Hill
White Hill is the highest point in Nova Scotia. Despite being in the middle of a popular national park, this peak is not very well known. In fact, it does not have an official marked trail at all. It’s also somewhat away from main roads. For the adventurous traveler who wants to stand above it all on this island province, you can access a path from the Lake of Islands campsite. Lake of Islands is a more well-worn trail that provides access for mountain bikers and hikers alike. White Hill is surrounded by wet terrain and hikers must cross two rivers along the way. This is a 42 km multi-day hike for those who like to literally get off the beaten path. The peak stands at 532 meters (1,745 feet).
3. Mount D’Iberville
Mount D’Iberville is the highest peak in Quebec. It stands at 1,652 meters (5,420 feet) and lies along the border of Quebec and Labrador. It’s a more serious climb than some of Canada’s lower peaks. Accessing the base takes two travel days and requires reservations made at least seven months in advance. Climbers arrive at base camp by boat, a will return in seven days for pickup. To reach the summit — one of the tallest peaks in eastern Canada — takes between four and five days.
4. Ishpatina Ridge
Ishpatina Ridge takes its name from a Native Ojibwa word meaning “high place,” an apt moniker for the highest point in Ontario. With its peak at 692 meters (2,274 feet), Ishpatina is topped with an 80-foot fire tower and features a hiking trail accessible by canoe or kayak.
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