Outdoor Winter Adventures in Nova Scotia
Winter in Nova Scotia offers endless outdoor opportunities. Whether it's a scenic hike or a journey byJeep, you can find your next winter adventure.
Spring in Nova Scotia is all about amazing hiking and biking! Step into spring with spectacular hiking and biking trails for beginners and seasoned adventurers alike! Check out some of our trailblazing favourites to enjoy right now!
Hikes
Blomidon Provincial Park
Known for its spectacular lookoffs and picture-perfect vistas of the Minas Basin, Blomidon Provincial Park is filled with striking natural features and lush forests, all surrounded by the world’s highest tides on its shores. The park offers breathtaking backdrops and a variety of all-season trails (13 km in total) depending on your skill level.
Taylor Head Provincial Park
Jutting out into the Atlantic Ocean, the trail at Taylor Head Provincial Park has no shortage of ruggedly beautiful ocean views. Located just southwest of Sheet Harbour with over 14 kilometres of hiking trails, you’ll experience a variety of natural habitats, interesting geological features, secluded beaches, and breathtaking lookoffs.
Middle Head Trail in Cape Breton Highlands National Park
Following a long, narrow peninsula that separates two ocean bays, this 3.8 km looped trail ends dramatically on headland cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Cape Smokey, and Ingonish Island. If you’re lucky, you’ll spot seabirds, seals, whales, and eagles from the trail, along with fishing boats in early summer.
Kejimkujik National Park Seaside
Waiting west of Liverpool, on the South Shore, are 22 km2 of wild coastline at Kejimkujik National Park Seaside. Featuring two scenic trails, the Port Joli Head Trail (7.5 km return), and the Harbour Rock Trail (5.5 km return). Hikers will take in glacier-carved headlands, secluded rocky coves, and the iconic South Shore white sand.
La Nuit Stella Night Hike
For a uniquely sensory hiking experience, book your spot on a La Nuit Stella Night Hike in Church Point. Beginning at dusk, these guided hikes commence as the dark Acadian sky comes alive with constellations, planets, and views of the moon. Learn how Acadian colonists viewed the dark skies of Acadie, how the Stella Maris (the Star of the Sea) guided Acadians in the new world, and how our bodies and senses adapt to the night. Reservations are required.
Pennant Point Trail at Crystal Crescent Beach Provincial Park
Known for its three white-sand crescent beaches, Crystal Crescent Beach Provincial Park is also home to Pennant Point Trail. This popular, moderate 10 km looped trail, features rugged oceanside terrain, crisp ocean air, bird watching, and ship viewing in the summer.
Bikes
The Railyard Mountain Bike Park
At the south end of Victoria Park in Truro, you’ll find a biker’s haven. With more than 96(!) mountain bike trails ranging from family-friendly to difficult there’s something for ever skill level. Riders will get their heart pounding in no time with the pump trail, double black diamond, and more.
Ukme’k Trail at Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site
This 6.3 kilometre bike ride weaves through Kejimkujik National Park and offers an incredibly varied trail with winding forest routes, views of the Mersey River, challenging rock crossings, berms, and many more natural features. Considered moderately difficult, this shared used trail is the perfect addition to your Keji camping adventure!
Keppoch Mountain
Located just outside Antigonish, this former alpine ski hill is home to more than 30 kilometres of mountain biking trails. Abundant with scenic vistas and a four-season adventure facility, the park offers visitors more than 15 kilometres of technical single track for experienced riders, more than 10 kilometres of wide double track for beginners, and more than 9 downhill specific trails for adrenaline seekers.
Harvest Moon Trailway
If a trail that takes you past nearby wineries, farm markets, restaurants, cideries, breweries, and historic sites is what you’re after, the Harvest Moon Trailway experience is for you! This 100-kilometre trail connects the UNESCO World Heritage Site Grand Pre to historic town Annapolis Royal. With more than 15 trailheads to choose from, there are options for every cyclist.
Celtic Shores Coastal Trail
This former railbed turned 92-kilometre multi-use trail is where you’ll find a smooth, hard-packed biking base. From stunning coastal views to beautiful fall colours, this trail features multiple trail heads along Cape Breton’s awe-inspiring coast.
Rum Runners Trail
Extending from Halifax to historic Lunenburg, this flat, multi-use trail, combines the culture of charming seaside communities with relaxing bike routes and coastal sight-seeing. With more than 119-kilometres, this trail has multiple biking options for beginners seeking a short ride, and options for seasoned adventurers looking for a multi-day excursion.
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