The 10 Best Places in Canada for a Couples’ Road Trip in 2022

Just off the Gulf of St. Lawrence, a part of the Appalachian Region, comes the place that means the “land’s end.” The land is larger than Belgium and is the ideal place for tourists looking to pack a lot of sightseeing into one place. Here you can find the majestic Percé Rock, one of the biggest icons of Quebec tourism.

Bruce Peninsula is a national park in Southern Ontario, and part of the UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. This stunning park offers open space with plenty of activities like backcountry camping, bird watching, cross country skiing, fishing, swimming and scuba diving.

Do you want to be wowed when it comes to the views on your road trip? Be prepared to see more than 100 ancient glaciers, waterfalls and cascading rock spirals alongside a crisp blue lake side. The spectacular Icefields Parkway journey begins in Lake Louise and ends in Jasper. The Columbia Icefield — which is the largest icefield in the Canadian Rockies — is also home to North America’s most-visited glacier, which measures the height of the Eiffel Tower at its thickest point. The best views are on the right side of the road, or driving to the foot of the glacier for the closest view.

A sea of grass is what admirers would call Grasslands National Park, and it’s the ideal place for adventurous people looking to take a break from the city lights and immerse themselves in endless meadows of serenity. This park is located in a remote space, making it the perfect place for hiking and to visit one of the darkest skies in Canada.

This magical seaside landscape holds the Guinness World Record for the highest average spring tides. You can look for fossils as you watch ocean life pass by. There are even trails to see nearby lighthouses or to witness scenic viewpoints of the Bay. One tip for when you get out of the car to explore: make sure you pack shoes that are mess proof, as this area tends to be muddy.

The red-hued beach sand here is something of a mystical wonder, and there are also plenty of fun activities to do in the Red Sands Shore region — like building rusty coloured sand castles, fishing, sunbathing and overlooking the crabs and jellyfish. Bringing your pup along for the road trip? Pets, when leashed, are allowed on the Argyle Shore beach.

The Viking Trail is a must to visit for all Canadians. From coastlines to historical ventures and the scenery of Gros Morne National Park, you could spend days here and feel as if you are in your own country. The ideal time for a road trip visit to the area is spring and summer — when the temperature hits just right.

The vineyards of the Okanagan along the Mountain and Vineyards Circle Route have some of British Columbia’s most famous wine. The scenic drive route includes seeing the wine country, hot springs and a view of the vineyards by the lakes. At the end of the day, you can spend your off time golfing, hiking or just drinking wine while steaming off in the cozy hot tub.

Put simply, the scenery on the Dinosaur Trail in Alberta can’t be seen anywhere else. The badlands of the river can be enjoyed at every corner of the landscape. Make sure to pay attention to picture-perfect areas close by, like Horsethief Canyon and Midland Provincial Park.

Calling all adventure-seeking couples! This whitewater destination of the Yukon River may seem dangerous to some with suspension bridges, old dams and super-high canyons — but if you are looking for a challenge, this is your best bet. Downtown Whitehouse is in close proximity, in case you are looking to take a break from the thrills of the canyon.