By far the best hike I've ever done. Me and my girlfriend did the first loop out of four I think…read moreand it was fantastic. Took us about 4-5 hours and it was roughly 9 kms but we had a blast. Best way to bond with family or loved ones is to go on this trail, beautiful views from all angles and great trails. Highly recommend being somewhat physically fit to do this trail as there are a lot of steep climbs and rough terrain. The first km of the trail is not so bad if you are just trying to get a feel of the trail. Also would be a great place to camp but it frowned upon because of the dangers it can cause to the wildlife and plants. Also there are bear warnings and moose warnings so come prepared.

The perfect place to take a hike. This series of trails is…read moregreat for the new hiker to the experienced hiker. The trail is actually set up as four loops, the shortest being around 10km, from the parking lot and back ( with part of it on the Rails to Trails) Then the loops get longer, 17 kms, 23 kms, 30kms for the longest. http://www.wrweo.ca/BluffTrail/webMap.html This link is a topo map of the area. Wonderful views, wonderful trails, some areas boardwalked to keep your feet out of the wet bog. I would recommend sturdy footwear, carry some water, snacks, and extra clothes or a pack to remove clothes to when you warm up. The first loop is very popular and you will run into people almost anytime of day. I'm looking forward to my next hike.......hope to finally push for the long loop.....I'll let you know how that goes.

We rolled out of bed in time to hit the road by eight-ish this morning in hopes of spending a quiet…read moremorning in the wilderness of Duncan's Cove, a coastal hike out past the Herring Cove region. It's only a short drive, it's not even remotely busy, and it's off-the-grid enough to feel the relaxation benefits! I'll get to all the reasons why it's easily one of my new favourite places around the city in a minute, but I do have to point out that it lost some serious points with me before we even got there. Duncan's Cove isn't easy to find without someone who knows where they're headed, there are few (if any) directional signs pointing you in the right direction and even when you're on the right track, there are 'Private Property' signs making you doubt yourself the entire time. Without noticing the path naturally paved with smooth, white rocks for easy passage, we ended up plowing through a trail reminiscent of the raptor fields in Jurassic Park 2 (Anyone? Just me?) with foliage up to our shoulders, rough and dangerous terrain, and plenty of opportunities for injury including ankle-high stone walls, foot-deep sinkholes, and roots ready for the tripping. Nonetheless, we still managed to make it down but much happier with the more user-friendly route on the way back. Even with the safer trail, there are some dangerous spots so pay attention, watch your kids, and give it some serious thought if arriving with a mobility challenge. Once you reach the rocky shore, you can hike for hours without really reaching anything. All the while, you get an unobstructed view of the Atlantic complete with fishing and sailboats, coastguard patrols, schools of herring visible at water level, families of seals on the hunt, incredible diving birds that nab fish right out of the water, and yes - we even saw a school of pilot whales diving off the coast. This was some National Geographic stuff, guys! Dog-friendly for medium to large-size breeds but know that they're going to get messy in the process. Leave the short-legged guys at home, the ground will be a little too dangerous for them. And for any dog brought out, please remember to keep them on-leash to avoid harming any of the wildlife including geese that all too often fall victim to inattentive dog owners.

We stayed in one of the houses at Duncan's Cove (There are 3 or 4 available on airbnb). There is…read moreparking by the trail head which is kind of hidden. There is a gravel drive across from the parking bay area that leads towards a massive white house in the distance. Follow the drive and disregard the sign that says private no vehicles. You will see a sign pointing the direction of the actual trail on the right of the path. The trail forks immediately. Take a left to head to head the fastest way down to the ocean. You will definitely want proper footwear, as the path is not paved and it will involve some rock climbing. The path exits out of the undergrowth to the rocky shore and follows along it some way where it eventually meets the other fork. If you had taken the straight ahead path at the fork you hike for some distance before coming across an abandoned WWII bunker (we used it for shelter for a storm that hit during our hike). We had the privilege of being the only ones there on our sunny return visit the following day. We sat and watched almost two dozen seals play in the surf. The stormy day was as rewarding, watching the waves crash against the rocks. I encourage any hikers to please take the threat of ticks very seriously. You will be walking on narrow trails between thick undergrowth. Tuck pants into socks, spray repellent, and conduct thorough checks afterwards.

Capt. Mike Tilley has a small boat you can charter to take you to McNab's Island or Devil's Island…read more It's only $15 roundtrip to McNab's and around $25 to Devil's Island. You call him ahead of time to arrange a time and he is flexible with meeting your schedule. He allowed me to take my 2 dogs on the boat to McNab's Island which made me quite happy! McNab's is a great place to hike around and see old British forts and to experience some true nature close to Halifax. You meet the boat in Fishermen's Cove around the Eastern Passage area. Make sure to allow at least 4 hours to explore the island. Capt. Mike will give you a map but no roads are labelled on the island so it's a bit of adventure!

Mike took a group of 8 of us out to McNabs this June. He was such a great guide. He is so…read morepassionate about the island and full of great tips. We had such a fun time!

The harbour walk trail is absolutely beautiful. Is not very long at all, it's probably 10 minutes…read moreto do the whole trail - that might even be stretching it. However on a good day you get the most beautiful views of Halifax. The water looks stunning. It's clean. There's a play park for kids. There's a little 'rock museum' to look at with rocks from all over the world (and a brick). It's right off Alderney drive and on the other side of Alderney landing so there are tons of restaurants around if you want to park at Alderney and have a walk through and then a bite! It's also connected to the wooden monkey! Definitely a beautiful spot to take a minute and enjoy Halifax.

The Dartmouth Harbourwalk Trail is under-appreciated, by far! It stretches between the two…read moreDartmouth ferry terminals and makes for a great hike or bike ride. If you're looking to stroll by little shops, cafes and tourist traps, this is not the path for you! It's just a relaxing, slightly winding trail snaking alongside the Harbour and around homes. Lots of nature around. And if you need a reward, either end has shops and services nearby. For those who live on the Halifax side of the harbour, think of taking the Woodside ferry over and walking down to Alderney, enjoy some of downtown Dartmouth and then take the ferry back over to Halifax.

I have to say I'm a fan, I loved to mountain bike here before all the lovely forrest got demolished…read morefor development. There were awesome trails and large granite slabs, lots of bike bridges. It was a great place for hiking and walking your dog as well. People still hike here often, but it's all barren land now, not as beautiful as it once was. I still see lots of paw prints out there, I'm sure the pups still love it as they always did. The top of the hill still offers panoramic views of Bayer's Lake. I don't enjoy myself here as much as I did when there were trees, but it's still worth a hike around. Bring the dog, they'll love it too.

Perhaps the most popular hike within the park is the ravine trail. The information below is…read morespecifically about this loop. It's 4 kms or 2.5 miles, a loop trail, and has elevation gains of 93m or 315 feet. The trailhead located off the Bedford Highway on Kent Avenue (across from the Rotunda and has parking lot has space for ~20 vehicles In order to get to the ravine trail, you will need to follow this path from the parking lot: Rockingham Loop (Blue), Governors Loop (Red) and the Ravine Trail (Orange). These trails will take you to the bottom of the ravine. It's here the trail ends, but connects with other trails. We recommend making a right at the bottom. It will allow you to follow a beautiful stream - which is perhaps the most beautiful area of the park. Allow yourself about 2 hours to complete this loop. If you want a complete travel guide and video of this location, please visit our website at www.joshthetravelguy.ca and www.youtube.com/joshthetravelguy respectively.

This is my favorite park in Halifax, for many reasons!…read more Sentimental: I first enjoyed this park when, according to my dad, I was 1 year old. Ever-Changing: Over the years I have returned here and made new memories as I have watched the paths multiply and improve. The landscape evolves with the seasons, bringing new life, transitioning and regenerating. Very popular park, especially on weekend afternoons. Namaste.

The Greenway is easily one of the best parts of downtown Dartmouth. The trail starts at Sullivan's…read morePond and continues into Shubie Park. It also connects to a pathway on the other side of Lake Banook. It's a great multi-use trail so whether you're bicycling, running or walking, there's room for you. Admittedly, in windy and/or cold weather, the trail isn't always the most hospitable. There are also a few unofficial swimming spots along the way but for the most part, this is simply a great trail for getting out and getting active.

OK, so this isn't exactly "business" (Yelp, you gotta broaden your horizons a tid), but it's…read moredefinitely something you'll want to put on your "bookmarks" page. The Cobequid Trail is approximately 11 km long, and finds its starting point near downtown Truro. Check out the website for a PDF map of the trail. Much of it is reclaimed from a defunct rail line and is covered with a medium density crushed grave. It's perfect for walking or biking (I love to bike it) because of the gentle elevation. No ridiculous hills to tax your constitution. Several lengths of the trail are wide open so if it's a windy day you're definitely going to feel it. There are benches or rest areas at regular intervals along the way and your scenic view will include both water frontage and agricultural visas. I've seen foxes and eagles in the area, but nothing too scary since it's almost in town. A very popular spot. The only downside -- and not enough that it'll lose a star -- is that it finds itself directly beside the rendering plant (http://www.rothsay.ca/about/rothsay/), which smells d-i-s-g-u-s-t-i-n-g, especially in the heat of summer. Another reason to bike the trail since you can whiz by it fairly fast. And another reason to be a vegetarian, Ugh. Thumbs down @ rendering. Definitely a must-add for the list of Truro activities, and it won't even cost you a cent!

Beautiful and picturesque trail along the lake with couple of view points to enjoy. We also found…read moresome wild blueberry bushes on our way and stopped to take photos of them. There's also a canoe rental place that you can rent a canoe and paddle in the lake. Strongly recommended to anyone enjoying the nature.

A very well groomed beautiful trail suitable for baby strollers, walkers, and runners. Lots of…read morewildlife and beautiful scenes.