Česká Kanada Nature Park, Nature park in Jindřichův Hradec District, Czech Republic

Česká Kanada is a nature park in southeastern Bohemia, in the Czech Republic, with rolling hills covered in pine and spruce forests, small lakes, and wetlands. The park lies mainly in Jindřichův Hradec District, close to both the Austrian and Moravian borders.

The area began attracting visitors in the late 19th century, when hikers from nearby cities started exploring its forests and lakes. Before World War II, defensive fortifications were built across the region, and parts of these structures can still be seen today.

Slavonice, a small town on the edge of the park, is known for its painted house facades dating from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. The town squares are still used today for local fairs and seasonal markets, giving the place a sense of everyday life that visitors can easily observe.

The park is accessible throughout the year, but spring and autumn offer the most comfortable conditions for walking, when temperatures are moderate. The terrain is hilly and weather can shift quickly, so sturdy footwear and a wind-resistant layer are worth having.

The name Česká Kanada was given to the region by Jaroslav Arnošt Trpák, who chose it for the resemblance to the North American landscape and to promote the area. The comparison rests on dense forests, pastures, hills, water bodies and boulders, together with damp weather, cold winters and sparse settlement.