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Cycling / Hiking Trails

		Cape Mabou Trail - Cape Breton Trail, NS Mabou. 7-km (4.5 mi) trail from coal mines to Sight Point (near Inverness), connecting with another trail system. Overlooking Mabou and the ocean. Open seasonally.

		Cape Breton Highlands National Park - Cape Breton Trail, NS 26 trails ranging from easy 20-minute strolls to challenging climbs offering panoramic view of canyons, the highlands, and seacoasts. Some are wheelchair-accessible. The trails explore various habitats in natural wilderness and our cultural history. Open year-round.

		Cape Auguet Eco-trail - Cape Breton Trail, NS Isle Madame. 8-km (5-mi) trail along rocky coastline overlooking Chedabucto Bay: dramatic lookoffs, glimpses of shipwrecks, sites of early Acadian homes, whale- and birdwatching. Open seasonally.

		Centennial Woodland Trails - Cape Breton Trail, NS Near Port Hawkesbury. 2.4 km (1.5 mi) of walking trails and 5 km (3 mi) of hiking trails, established by Stora Enso. Panoramic view of the Strait of Canso. Trail maps are available. Open year-round.

		Two Rivers Wildlife Park - Cape Breton Trail, NS Near Marion Bridge. Short loop, 2.4 km (1.5 mi), has interpretation; long loop, additional 1.7 km (1 mi), leads through a wide variety of woodlands rich in history and wildlife. Park admission fee. Open seasonally.

		Delap's Cove Wilderness Trail - Evangeline Trail, NS A two-trail system with walks along Bay of Fundy shore: Charlie’s Trail, 1.9-km (1.4-mi) through mixed woodlands, including several look-offs and old stone foundations; Bohaker Trail, 2.2 km (1.6 mi); spectacular waterfall. Toilets, picnic tables. Open seasonally.

Tel: 902.682.2772		Kejimkujik National Park - Evangeline Trail, NS Short hiking trails (500 m/yd to 6 km (4 mi)), through woodlands and beside rivers and lakes (some with interpretive panels); long-distance hiking trails to remote regions of the park, with wilderness campsites. Open year-round (reduced services in O/S).

		Mickey Hill Pocket Wilderness - Evangeline Trail, NS The Bowater Mersey Paper Company provides and maintains gravelled trails, with boardwalks in rough areas and steep staircases through rocks. Trails marked with nature interpretive signs; suspension bridge. Picnic area on river; unsupervised beach on lake; toilets. Cross-country skiing in winter. Open year-round.

		Old Mill Trail - Evangeline Trail, NS South Farmington. Trail provides benches, picnic tables, & bridges throughout 2.2 acres along the banks of the Annapolis River. Open seasonally.

		Uniacke Estate Museum Park - Evangeline Trail, NS Seven walking trails, which feature 18th-century English landscape traditions such as the remains of a haha wall, a hothouse, and imported trees. Guided tours and trail maps available. Open seasonally.

		Uniacke Estate Museum Park - Evangeline Trail, NS Seven walking trails, which feature 18th-century English landscape traditions such as the remains of a haha wall, a hothouse, and imported trees. Guided tours and trail maps available. Open seasonally.

Tel: 902.532.5924		Upper Clements Wildlife Park - Evangeline Trail, NS Upper Clements. Extensive system of multi-purpose year-round trails through natural wooded settings, beginning at the wildlife-park parking lot. Open year-round.

		Amherst Point Bird Sanctuary - Glooscap Trail, NS A series of walking trails leading to viewing platforms above the marsh. View many types of migrating song birds, water fowl and birds of prey. Open year-round.

		Cobequid Escarpment Trail - Glooscap Trail, NS Economy. Trailhead 7 km (4.5 mi) along the River Philip Rd. Wilderness-standard 2.5-km (1.5-mi) trail crosses Economy River above the falls, follows east side of river downstream, crosses river again and returns to main stairs via Devil’s Bend Trail. Open seasonally.

		Devil's Bend Trail - Glooscap Trail, NS Economy. Moderate to challenging 6-km (4-mi) hiking trail (one way) along the Economy River, leading to stairs to Economy Falls. Lookoffs on sandstone cliffs. Open seasonally.

Tel: 902.647.2600 Fax: 902.647.2600		Economy Falls Trail - Glooscap Trail, NS Economy. 7.5 km (4.5 mi) along the River Philip Rd., then a 1-km (0.5-mi) hike (one way) along an old woods road to stairs into a deep gorge where a natural geological phenomenon has occurred in the collapse of a 20-m (65-ft) waterfall. Inquire at Cobequid Interpretive Centre. Open Jun 1–Nov 30.

		Fox Point Lookoff & Walking Trail - Glooscap Trail, NS Rte 209 near Port Greville; about 10 km (6 mi) from Parrsboro. A scenic shore walking trail with lookoffs, interpretive site, and picnic area. Easy access to beach. Open year-round.

		Kenomee Canyon Trail - Glooscap Trail, NS Economy. Challenging 18-km (11-mi) return hiking trail into the Economy River Wilderness Area along the edge of the Economy River Gorge. One of the few wilderness-standard treks in NS. Register at Cobequid Interpretive Centre. Open seasonally.

		Partridge Island Lookoff and Hiking Trail - Glooscap Trail, NS 1.5-km (1-mi) hiking trail and lookoff about 3 km (2 mi) from Main St in Parrsboro. Picnic area, interpretive site, lookoff tower with view of Blomidon, Cape Split and Spencer’s Island. Open year-round.

		Frog Pond Trail - Halifax Metro, NS Seven walking trails, which feature 18th-century English landscape traditions such as the remains of a haha wall, a hothouse, and imported trees. Guided tours and trail maps available. Open seasonally.

		Hemlock Ravine - Halifax Metro, NS Kent Ave, off the Bedford Highway. A 7-km (4.5-mi) hard-surfaced trail, partially wheelchair-accessible, along a ravine through forest. Features 350-year-old hemlock stands, a variety of birds and wildflowers, and a heart-shaped pond. Open year-round.

		Point Pleasant Park - Halifax Metro, NS Point Pleasant Dr, Halifax. 186-acre wooded park crisscrossed with wide paths, many wheelchair-accessible. There are ruins of early fortifications.

		Shubenacadie Canal Park - Halifax Metro, NS Jaybee Dr or Locks Rd off Waverley Rd, Dartmouth. Hard-surfaced loop trails, up to 2.5 km (1.5 mi) in length, through woods along the sides of the Shubenacadie Canal. These trails connect with a multi-use trail (hard-surfaced and asphalt) which goes from Sullivan’s Pond along Lake Banook and Lake Micmac, ending at Lake Charles. Partially wheelchair-accessible. Open seasonally.

		Jordan River Trails - Lighthouse Route, NS 2.5-km (1.5-mi) walking trail along abandoned rail line that crosses the Jordan River and passes alongside salt marsh. Brochures available. Open seasonally.

Tel: 902.682.2772		Kejimkujik Seaside Adjunct - Lighthouse Route, NS 2 hiking trails, 8 km (5 mi) total, across open headlands, to rocky shores with gravel and sandy beaches. Protected area with excellent opportunities to spot seals and seabirds; spectacular views. Interpretation exhibits; picnic tables; toilets. Partially wheelchair-accessible. Open seasonally.

Tel: 902.656.3123		Old CNR Walking Trail - Lighthouse Route, NS Lockeport. 4-km (2.5-mi) walk along boardwalk, sand dunes and salt marsh, with views of traditional Cape Island fishing boats, birds. Interpretative signage. Brochures available. Open seasonally.

Tel: 902.766.4621		Ovens Natural Park - Lighthouse Route, NS 10 minutes southwest of Lunenburg on Rte 332. Dramatic cliff-top trail leading to series of sea caves, 1.5 km (1 mi) round-trip trail. Rugged coastline. Additional trails. Picnic areas, restaurant, shop, museum. Admission charged. MC, VS. Open May 15-Oct 15.

		Barrenland Trail - Marine Drive, NS From Queensport to Cole Harbour, on an old road through the Canso Coastal Barren Protected Wilderness Area. Woodlands, lakes, marshes, and a spectacular view of "nature's sculpture garden" from a 130-m (400-ft) elevation. Open seasonally.

Tel: 902.366.2311		Chapel Gully Trail - Marine Drive, NS Canso. A short walking loop around a saltwater/freshwater estuary, a 43-m (139-ft) bridge over Chapel Gully, and a full 2- to 3-hr hike along shoreline and through beautiful woodland. Brochure available. Open seasonally.

Tel: 902.779.2307 Fax: 902.779.2700		Liscomb River Trail System - Marine Drive, NS Liscomb Mills. Over 20 km (12 mi) of hiking trails, from 1 km to 9.5 km; features inland & coastal hiking, waterfalls, fish ladder and swinging bridge. Open May 1-Oct 30.

		Port Bickerton Lighthouse Beach Trail - Marine Drive, NS Rte 211, 30 min from Sherbrooke Village. Boardwalk meandering through interesting flora and fauna to sandy beach. Swimming; panoramic views of the ocean. Open seasonally.

		Antigonish Landing Trail - Sunrise Trail, NS Antigonish. A 4-km (2.5-mi) return hike along an estuary of Antigonish Harbour, on the outskirts of town. An elevated platform offers an unobstructed view of the osprey, eagles & ducks in the wildlife sanctuary. Open seasonally.

		Cape George Hiking Trail - Sunrise Trail, NS Cape George. Rte 337. A series of connected loops, varying in length and difficulty (total 33 km/20 mi), from the coast through meadows and old-growth forests to cliffs affording panoramic views of the bay. 3 serviced trail heads: Cape George Heritage School, Cape George Point Lighthouse, Ballantyne’s Cove Tuna Interpretive Centre. Open May 1-Nov 30.

		Fairmont Ridge Hiking Trail - Sunrise Trail, NS Rte 337, 9 km (5.5 mi) from Antigonish. 6 stacked loop trails overlooking Antigonish Harbour, from 20-min stroll to 4-hr hike through old-growth forest past brooks, beaver pond; abundant wildlife. Open year-round.

		Samson & Albion Trails - Sunrise Trail, NS New Glasgow. 8-km (1.5-mi) walking trail beside the East River, along the route of the first iron-steel railway in Canada. Benches, picnic tables, antique-style lighting. Open year-round.

		Wallace Bay Nature/Wildlife Trail - Sunrise Trail, NS Near Pugwash. A 4-km (2.5-mi) loop trail along diked wetlands, in an important migration and breeding habitat for waterfowl. Open year-round.

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