Nova Scotia Trails
Trails in Nova Scotia
Jigging Cove Trail - Cape Breton Highlands National Park
Birders and other nature lovers simply enjoy the varied wildlife on this short relaxing trail, following the shoreline of a small man-made lake before connecting with Coastal Trail. The trail name comes from a neighbouring cove, where fishermen used to jig for cod. Trailhead: Parking lot on the Cabot Trail. Can also be accessed from the Coastal Trail. ...
Address:
33345 Cabot Trail
Cape Breton Highlands NP
NS
Phone: 19022242306
Website: Website Title
Jitney Walking Trail – Trans Canada Trail
The Jitney Trail in Pictou is a beautiful recreational trail in the Northumberland Shore region from Pictou’s waterfront to Brown’s Point – the landing site of the Ship Hector. Walkers, cyclists and in-line skaters can enjoy a 3-km trail to the site where the ship Hector made its historic landing in 1773. Over 1.5 km of this trail is paved; interpretive panels can be found along the way...
Address:
off Caladh Ave
Pictou
NS
Phone: 19024854372
Website: Website Title
Jordan River Trail
The Jordan River Trail is located along the abandoned Halifax and Southwestern railway line. The railway carried passengers and freight between Halifax and Yarmouth from 1907-1969. The trail winds through a salt marsh, home to ducks, herons, and other birds. It crosses the Jordan River and ends at the Jordan Branch Road. On a clear day there is a fantastic view from the bridge looking both up the...
Address:
146 Haydens Rd
Jordan Falls
NS
Website: Website Title
Judique Flyer Trail (part of Celtic Shores Coastal Trail)
Length: 19 km (12 mi) – Chisholm’s Brook, Long Point to Little Judique Harbour (linear)Cell Service: YesDogs Permitted: On Leash Trail Surface: natural, gravel, ten decked trestles The Judique Flyer Trail section of the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail begins at the Chisholm River Trestle in Long Point...
Address:
Long Point to Little Judique Harbour
Judique
NS
Website: Website Title
Kearney Lake Trail
Kearney Lake Trail is a rough 1-km (2-km return) linear trail along the south shore of Kearney Lake in the Halifax Metro region. Parking is available at the Maskwa Aquatic Club. This is a rough-and-tumble trail to challenge even the best hiker, cross-country skier or snowshoer. For the avid hiker, this trail should take approximately 1 hour to complete....
Address:
91 Saskatoon Dr
Halifax
NS
Website: Website Title
Kenomee Canyon Trail
Kenomee Canyon Trail is a spectacular 18-km wilderness hike into the Economy River Wilderness Area along the edge of the Economy River gorge. It is a challenging, overnight hiking experience. There are three designated wilderness campgrounds: Chain Lake Falls, Murphy Brook and Newton Lake. Register at Cobequid Interpretation Centre, Economy.
Trailhead: Economy Falls Parki...
Address:
River Philip Rd
Economy
NS
Phone: 19026472600
Website: Website Title
Kentville Trail System
From New Minas to Coldbrook, along old rail bed; access at the East End Interpretive Park. 7-km (4.5-km) trail, marked at 0.5-km intervals. Includes Ducks Unlimited site. Non-motorized use only....
Address:
New Minas to Coldbrook
Kentville
NS
Website: Website Title
Le Buttereau Trail - Cape Breton Highlands National Park
The self-guiding trail explores mixed Acadian forest, old fields and foundation ruins on a “buttereau” (small hill) overlooking the Chéticamp River and Gulf of St. Lawrence. Wildflowers, trees and shrubs have invaded these pastures that were once tilled by the Acadian pioneers, making an ideal spot for birds and small mammals. Plaques commemorate former Acadian homesteads.
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Address:
17317 Cabot Trail
Cape Breton Highlands NP
NS
Phone: 19022242306
Website: Website Title
Le Chemin du Buttereau Trail - Cape Breton Highlands National Park
Retrace the steps of the Acadian pioneers who travelled this cart path from Le Buttereau, a small settlement of seven families, to Chéticamp. The open fields and bits of foundations are visible reminders of those hardy settlers. This trail offers glimpses of the Chéticamp River, old pastures, small mammals and birds.Trailhead: On the Cabot Trail at the tur...
Address:
16810 Cabot Trail
Cape Breton Highlands NP
NS
Phone: 19022242306
Website: Website Title
Le vieux chemin du Cap-Rouge Trail - Cape Breton Highlands National Park
Follow the route of the old Cabot Trail from Trout Brook as it gently climbs to a ridge midway up Jerome Mountain, offering views of the Atlantic along the entire length of this trail. Traces of Acadian history abound, with the remains of an old school, foundations of the former residents' houses, and the old wharf at La Bloc visible at various points on the journey. Your efforts will be rewarded...
Address:
18278 Cabot Trail
Cape Breton Highlands NP
NS
Phone: 19022242306
Website: Website Title