Grafton Woods Trail – Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site The Google rating is 4.8

Gnarled beeches provide colour in all seasons on this gentle trail. In the early spring last year’s pale leaves catch the sun and rustle in the breeze. Soon they give way to spring green, and then darken to provide pleasant summer shade. Look carefully and you can spot an ancient hemlock amongst them. In some places Grafton Lake can be glimpsed through the trees. A short boardwalk lets you cross the wetland where bog plants grow and small birds forage.

Trailhead: Located at Grafton Brook

Significant Feature: Explore a beech forest and view a wetland from the boardwalk and viewing platform.

Length: Two 1.6 km (1 mile) loops

Hiking Time: 30 minutes per loop

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.