Record #:
COT0053
Last Modified:
16 Jan 2020
Last Full Update:
16 Jan 2020
Location
Located In | Five Islands |
Where To Find Us | Five Islands Provincial Park 618 Bentley Branch Rd Five Islands, NS B0M 1K0 |
Areas Served | Atlantic Canada |
Contact
Description & Services
Information | Five Islands Provincial Park is one of Nova Scotia's premiere outdoor destinations, offering spectacular views, overnight camping sites, and hiking opportunities. Estuary Trail follows a tidal estuary along the East River, then passes through mixed forest on the lower slopes of Economy Mountain, featuring viewing areas and interpretive panels. Length: two loops, with a total length of 3.1 km Permitted use: hiking Trail surface: built tread, slight grade, some structures Rating: "easy" Directions: Access to the trail can be found at Route 2 to Five Islands Provincial Park; south onto Bentley Branch Road (park road). Continue 1 km to parking area at gate; trail starts on north side of road. Or continue 2.5 km to trail access just past park administration building; trail starts on north side of road. Other trails in the park include the Economy Mountain Trail and Red Head Trail. |
Special Information
Tags | Fundy Connect ; HALIFAX ; Hiking ; NS Trail Guide ; Outdoor Recreation ; Park ; Provincial Park ; Recreation Categories ; Trails |
Categories - General | Hiking Trails ; Provincial/Territorial Parks |