Bull Hill Trail

Record #: GUY0038
Last Modified: 11 Apr 2019
Last Full Update: 03 Oct 2017

Location

Located In New Harbour
Where To Find Us
New Harbour, NS
Areas Served Guysborough County

Contact

E-Mail atavares@modg.ca
Phone 902-533-3705
Contact Municipality of the District of Guysborough

Description & Services

Information This 10 km trail offers challenging hiking and mountain biking with a view of New Harbour. From the trailhead at the bottom, you can see the end. The defined dirt road in the distance against Bull Hill is almost eerie placed between the miles of Barren land and scattered granite boulders. Along the winding trail are rows of alder and lure bushes with the occasional spruce, fir, pine, and maple tree. 
 
At the approximate halfway point, you will be rewarded with views from the summit of the hike. Take a moment here to enjoy the spectacular view of New Harbour, Tor Bay, Port Felix, the Atlantic Ocean, and surrounding lakes, such as First Lake, Second Lake and Bears Little Lake. Granite boulders scatter the area, cuddled by miles of berry bushes. 
Continuing along this path, the trail narrows amidst the encroaching brush, as it follows a sharp descent (which will be a challenging climb on your return). Enjoy the hike through boggy fields which lead you to Bears Big Lake, where you may take this opportunity to climb upon a large rock, relax and take in the lovely panoramic view prior to making the return trek out. 
 
Take water, wear bright clothing during hunting season, and bug repellent is recommended during the summer. Long pants and sleeves should also be worn as alder and lure bushes crowd the trail. 
 
Use: Hiking, Mountain Biking 
Length: 10 km 
Time: 4 hours 
Length: Out and back 
Type: Gravel and natural path, steep incline 
Difficulty: Not yet rated 
Availability: Open 24/7, year round 
 
 
 
 
GPS Coordinates; 
Longitude: -61.466667 
Latitude: 45.166667
Accessibility Not Wheelchair Accessible

Special Information

Tags All Things Trails ; Bicycle ; Highland Connect ; NS Trail Guide ; Recreation Categories ; Trails
Categories - General Bicycle Paths/Trails ; Hiking Trails ; Maps