Hemlocks and Hardwoods Trail – Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site The Google rating is 4.8

Among Nova Scotia’s oldest trees are the 300-year old hemlocks featured on this trail. As you move into the stand of tall, stately conifers, notice how different it feels under the thick-leafed canopy: cool, dark and moist. A boardwalk will take you over the very sensitive roots of these giants.

Trailhead: Departs from Big Dam Road parking lot

Significant Feature: Explore a true old-growth hemlock forest and discover giant hemlock trees which are hundreds of years old.

Length: 5-kilometre (3.1-mile) loop

Hiking Time: 1 hour

Trail Rating: Easy

The trails at Kejimkujik showcase an incredible variety of habitats, scenery and places of cultural and historical significance. Visitor services at Kejimkujik are available from mid-May until October 31. Please visit our website for maps and information on visitor safety and visitor services.

Be responsible for your safety:

• Ensure that dogs are kept leashed and do not approach, disturb or feed wild animals.
• Wear proper hiking footwear and take along appropriate clothing.
• Have adequate sun protection (hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses) and carry water with you, especially for longer trails, climbs or open barrens.
• Bring insect repellent as black flies and mosquitoes are common all summer.
• Stay on boardwalks and designated paths to protect fragile vegetation and to reduce your chances of encountering ticks.
• Mountain bikes are permitted only where indicated, for visitor safety and protection of the environment.
• Tell someone where you’re going and when you’ll be back.

Date Details/Hours of Operation
Visit the website for hours and seasonal information. No maintenance in off-season.