This National Park In Canada Is Full Of Breathtaking Hikes And Ancient Culture

Canada is the largest nation in North America and the second largest in the entire world. It stretches across 3.8 million square miles from the Atlantic Ocean on the east coast to the Pacific Ocean on the west coast. In between visitors can enjoy some of the most stunning natural scenery on the continent. About 132,578 square miles of the country are preserved within 37 national parks and 11 national park reserves. Torngat Mountains National Park is one of the most magnificent.

Torngat Mountains National Park has some of the most spectacular landscapes in the whole entire world. It is located in the northern part of Labrador in northeastern Canada. It is full of rugged mountains tipped with snow, pristine alpine lakes, and the kind of untouched wilderness that most outdoor enthusiasts will only ever dream about.

Getting to Torngat Mountains National Park isn't easy, and once you arrive you'll be in for a true wild camping excursion. If you're willing to brave the journey, though, you'll be able to enjoy breathtaking hikes, admire native wildlife, and learn about ancient Inuit culture. If you're looking for an adventure that is scenic and uncrowded, Torngat Mountains National Park should be at the top of your travel bucket list.

Torngat Mountains National Park is undoubtedly one of the most scenic destinations in Canada, but it is also one of North America's least visited national parks. Only about 600 people manage to make the journey each year. If you're looking for the opportunity to experience solitude in nature and immerse yourself in a landscape that is truly untouched by humanity, this is the place.

The park is massive and extremely remote. It covers around 3,745 square miles, or 2,396,800 acres. That's larger than the entire state of Delaware. Despite its size, there are no roads or established towns within the park. Visitors can enjoy breathtakingly beautiful hiking, but there are no official marked trails or signs. The vast wilderness is home to arctic species of plant and animal life. Polar bears, black bears, caribou, and arctic hares are a few of the animals who manage to survive in the rugged conditions.

The Inuit peoples who once called the area home were forcefully relocated by the government back in 1959. Today, the land is managed by a team composed entirely of Inuit peoples. "Torngat Mountains National Park has an all-Inuit Cooperative Management Board which advises Parks Canada on the running of the park," the Parks Canada website states. "Over centuries, Inuit have built up vast body of knowledge about the land, weather and wildlife. Today, that first-hand knowledge teams up with modern science to guide management of the park... and help maintain a way of life." Remnants of Inuit villages can still be viewed within the park. The former settlements of Sallikuluk and Hebron help tell the story of ancient Indigenous people who called the region home for over 5,000 years.

To reach Torngat Mountains National Park, you'll have to be up for an adventure. It's extremely remote and requires significant planning before your trip. This isn't a destination to visit spontaneously because you will need to register your visit and obtain a permit well in advance. Although the park is open throughout the year, Parks Canada notes that it is only possible to visit in the late winter, spring, or summer.

The easiest way to get to Torngat Mountains National Park is through booking an excursion package through the Inuit-owned Torngat Mountains Base Camp. The experience will include a flight from Goose Bay to Saglek in northern Labrador. From there you will take a boat or helicopter to the base camp, which is the safest place to stay. It is surrounded by a tall electric fence to keep aggressive polar bears out. You'll sleep in a tent-like structure at the camp. The packages also include all meals, guided hikes, and excursions with knowledgeable Inuit guides.

It is also possible to visit the park on cruise trips with companies like Adventure Canada. On the unique expeditions, you'll depart on a small cruise ship for a journey that lasts around 15 days, with some time spent hiking and exploring within Torngat Mountains National Park. Prices range from $11,995 to $22,875 per person.