Hikes | Scotia Sites

Hemlock Ravine

Posted by scotiasites on Jun 28, 2012 in Halifax, Halifax County, Hikes | 0 comments

(Halifax County)
Scenic woodland trails.

Shubie Beach

Posted by scotiasites on May 16, 2012 in Beaches, Geocaches, Halifax County, Hikes | 0 comments

(Halifax County)
Shubie Beach is a small, family friendly beach in Dartmouth.

Frog Pond

Posted by scotiasites on Mar 31, 2012 in Halifax, Halifax County, Hikes | 1 comment

The Frog Pond trail is a short loop (1.4 km, half hour), yet scenic walk that is part of the broader Sir Sanford Flemming Park trail system.

Cottage Cove Park: Port George

Posted by scotiasites on Mar 12, 2012 in Hikes | 0 comments

(Annapolis County)
A great location to enjoy watching seals.

Herring Cove

Posted by scotiasites on Mar 10, 2012 in Halifax County, Hikes | 0 comments

(Halifax County)
Sample the rough, rugged coastline of Nova Scotia up close on this short, yet very scenic hike.

Walton Lighthouse

Posted by scotiasites on Mar 7, 2012 in Hants County, Hikes, Historic Sites, Lighthouses | 0 comments

(Hants County)
Climb to the top of a lighthouse for a scenic view of the Minas Basin.

Victoria Park

Posted by scotiasites on Jan 28, 2012 in Colchester County, Hikes, Waterfall | 0 comments

(Colchester County)
Take a releaxing walk along the river to the falls or climb up the 175 steps of Jacob’s Ladder!

Dingle Memorial Tower

Posted by scotiasites on Jan 6, 2012 in Halifax County, Hikes, Historic Sites | 0 comments

(Halifax County)
Climb the stairs to the top of a stone tower for a scenic view overlooking Halifax’s Northwest Arm.

Point Pleasant Park

Posted by scotiasites on Jan 6, 2012 in Halifax County, Hikes, Historic Sites | 0 comments

(Halifax County)
Kilometres of wooded trails connecting various, old fortifications at the tip of the Halifax peninsula.

Amethyst Cove

Posted by scotiasites on Jan 3, 2012 in Hikes, Kings County, Natural Treasures, Rockhounding | 10 comments

(Kings County)
A long, steep hike, but a great place to find larger quartz crystals.

Blomidon

Posted by scotiasites on Jan 3, 2012 in Hikes, Kings County, Natural Treasures, Rockhounding | 0 comments

(Kings County)
Walk along the base of red cliffs in search of agates, jasper and crystals.

Black Hole

Posted by scotiasites on Jan 3, 2012 in Cave, Hikes, Kings County, Natural Treasures, Rockhounding, Waterfall | 2 comments

(Kings County)
Experience a short hike to a scenic waterfall. Explore the rocks and sea carved caves during low tide.

Admiral’s Cove

Posted by scotiasites on Jan 2, 2012 in Halifax County, Hikes | 0 comments

(Halifax County)
A short easy hike but with a steep descent at the end. An incredible view of the Bedford Basin.

Burntcoat Head

Posted by scotiasites on Jan 2, 2012 in Hants County, Hikes, Rockhounding | 0 comments

(Hants County)
Walk along the ocean floor at low tide, thirty feet below high tide. Keep your eyes open for fossils and interesting rocks.

Delaps Cove

Posted by scotiasites on Jan 2, 2012 in Annapolis County, Hikes, Waterfall | 0 comments

(Annapolis County)
An easy hike through the woods and along the rocky coast to a scenic waterfall.

Salt Marsh Trail

Posted by scotiasites on Jan 2, 2012 in Halifax County, Hikes, Uncategorized | 0 comments

(Halifax County)
Hike along a converted railway bed that extends from Eastern passage to Lawrencetown Beach with a causeway that crosses Cole Harbour!

Shubie Park

Posted by scotiasites on Jan 2, 2012 in Halifax County, Hikes, Historic Sites | 0 comments

(Halifax County)
A great spot for biking and walking along the historic Shubie Canal! Come hand feed the chickadees and chipmunks.

York Redoubt

Posted by scotiasites on Sep 3, 2011 in Halifax County, Hikes, Historic Sites | 0 comments

(Halifax County)
A great fortification to explore with underground rooms, tunnels and lots of canons.