Terms of Service

Last updated: May 2026

By accessing pinejournal.org, you agree to the following terms. If you do not agree, do not use this site.

Purpose of the Site

This site publishes informational trail guides for hiking and camping in Canadian national parks. Content is intended for general planning purposes only. Nothing on this site constitutes professional outdoor, safety or legal advice.

Accuracy of Information

Trail conditions, permit requirements, fees and access restrictions change regularly. While guides are updated periodically, information on this site may not reflect current conditions. Always verify trail status, permit availability and any safety advisories directly with the relevant park authority — primarily Parks Canada — before your trip.

Reliance on information from this site for trip planning decisions is at your own risk. This site accepts no responsibility for outcomes resulting from the use of information published here.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, pinejournal.org and its operators are not liable for any direct, indirect or consequential damages arising from use of this site or from decisions made based on content published here. Outdoor activities including hiking in remote areas carry inherent risks. The site does not accept liability for any injury, loss or damage incurred on trail.

Intellectual Property

Text content on this site is original. Images are sourced from Wikimedia Commons under Creative Commons licences — attribution details are provided in image captions. Third-party trademarks and organisation names referenced on this site are the property of their respective owners.

External Links

This site links to external resources including Parks Canada, the Bruce Trail Conservancy and others. These links are provided for reference only. This site has no control over external content and accepts no responsibility for third-party sites.

Changes to These Terms

These terms may be updated at any time. Continued use of the site following any update constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. The date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of Canada. Any disputes arising from use of this site are subject to the jurisdiction of Canadian courts.

Contact

Questions about these terms can be directed to info@pinejournal.org.