There is no doubt that the warm weather brings more people outside. All you have to do is walk around your neighborhood and you will see more people walking, biking, and driving. One thing that has become iconic during the summer is taking a summer drive with your family.
Summer drives are a great way to get out on the open road and visit places that you do not normally go to. You can take a summer drive for the day, an overnight trip or even do an all-out road trip that spans multiple days. While some people simply just get in their car and drive, others like to plan out their drive and make sure they hit a few spots on the way.
A question that is commonly asked and one that is frequently searched on Google these days is: where the best places to drive are? The truth is that there are too many to count. There are great places to drive no matter where you live in Canada, and this is one of the beauties of our great country. There are countless scenic routes and no shortage of places to visit.
Top 5 Places to Drive this summer
- The Trans-Canada Highway: If you are lucky enough to live in this part of the country, this is the perfect route to take a long summer drive. With beautiful mountain ranges in the background and with Banff National Park not too far away, this is a great option for a drive if you live in B.C. or Alberta.
- Highway 60 in Algonquin Park: This is the perfect drive for nature lovers that live in Ontario. Highway 60 goes right through Algonquin Park and is the perfect drive for people that want to catch a glimpse of wildlife. While you are there you can stop for a few days and do a little camping and other outdoor activities.
- The Bay of Fundy: There are few better drives on the east coast then the Fundy Coastal Drive in New Brunswick. You can watch the bay fill up and empty and take a look at the volcanic rock that is in the area as you enjoy your drive.
- St Lawrence Route: If you live in Quebec, then there is no better place to take a summer drive than along the St Lawrence Route. As you drive along you will get the chance to pass through a number of beautiful towns that are along the St. Lawrence River.
- Pacific Rim Highway: This is one of the best drives in the entire country. Get a look at some of the best scenery on the west coast as you travel to Vancouver Island and through Tofino. Check out the mountains, beautiful landscapes and small towns during your drive.
While anyone can argue that they have another place to drive to add to the list, these are a few great places and you won’t be disappointed by your drive in these areas. Buckle up and enjoy your next summer drive!
