If you are looking for one of those badges of honour hikes, or hikes to brag about when your older, the Pukaskwa Coastal Trail fits the bill. Located on the North Shore of Lake Superior, it is a 60km mammoth hike of rugged terrain, perilous sea cliffs, and challenging trails. We did everything from scramble up steep rocky cliffs to wade through hip deep icy water. All while carrying 35 pounds of gear on our backs for 7 days.
Sound like fun to you?
Pushing the Limits
Pushing yourself to your limits is something that everyone should do at least once in their life. And, once you’ve done it, you’ll probably do it again and again. It is after each epic adventure that Dave and I see what we are truly made of. We learn so much about each other and ourselves and we always come out stronger and better people because of it.
Dave and I always have a good laugh after each odyssey we try. We're terrified going into them. We worry that we won't make it or that we'll be too weak, too tired, too old or too out of shape to keep up. But while we're hiking, or learning to whitewater kayak or trudging through snow at 30 below, we always surprise ourselves. Sure, we're not the superhumans like our guides and we're not made for outdoor living like so many Northerners in Ontario, but send us out to push our limits and we'll give it our best shot.
Wanna see how we did on our latest quest? Check out our video of The Pukaskwa Coastal Hike.
Hiking the Pukaskwa Coastal Trail is one of those journeys that makes you stronger and puts you on a high that will last for months. And you'll remember that feeling for years to come. Sure it's tough while you're doing it and sometimes you'll ask yourself, “why did I decide not shower for 7 days?” But in the end, you'll feel that you have done something extraordinary and realize that this is what life is all about. Being alone with your thoughts, feeling the burn and the pain and not taking one moment for granted. Its when you are pushing the limits in life that you truly live.
To book a guided hike to the Pukaskwa visit the Naturally Superior Adventures website. For more information on the Pukaskwa, visit the Parks Canada Pukaskwa Website
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By Cata September 30, 2014 - 7:37 am
This reminded me of a recent article talking about studies that have proven hiking makes people happier 🙂
So nice of you to share your experiences and concerns with the rest of us! Traveling can be so much more fun when you’re brave and you take a (small and calculated) risk. And besides, you’ll end up learning so much about yourself, just like you said.
Happy trails!
By Darren September 28, 2014 - 12:16 pm
Great video guys, loved the scenery, wow, breathtaking. Thank you for sharing and I totally agree that sometimes in life you have to push yourself a little more than you would usually.
By Richard Wolskel September 28, 2014 - 4:31 am
Love the video, the trail looks awesome. Recently did the Queen Charlotte Track walk in New Zealand. This looks just as good, and with 3 extra days!
By Jonathan Look, Jr. September 24, 2014 - 12:10 am
Great post. I have always said, how can you know where your limits are if you don’t push them a little bit. The Pukaskwa Coastal are looks like a great place to push them!
By Dave and Deb September 24, 2014 - 5:17 am
Thanks Jonathan. The Pukaswka was a fantastic journey. Challenging yet beautiful. The more we do these types of adventures, the more we discover things about ourselves. We’re always evolving and learning.