The Rogart Mountain Trail is a fine footpath exploring one of the higher
points of land on the Cobequid Mountains. What makes this special, almost unique in Nova
Scotia, is its relationship with the Sugar Moon Farm restaurant, a maple syrup
and pancake house. The community group that developed and maintained the trail,
the Cobequid Eco-Trails Society, and the business work together. The restaurant
provided access to its land for the trail to be built, and promotes its use;
the trail group returns that bounty by keeping the path in excellent condition,
year-round.
This winding footpath is a loop, starting and ending in the Sugar Moon Farm parking lot. In addition to climbing to a look-off, it also passes next to a small, but scenic, waterfall. However, you should visit in the springtime; by late-summer, only a trickle of water remains, if that.
Length: 6.5 km
Hiking Time: 2+hrs
Type of Trail: natural surface, compacted earth
Uses: walking, snowshoeing
Facilities: interpretive panels, restaurant at trailhead
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Monday, April 28, 2014
Friday, April 4, 2014
My Trail of the Week: April 4, 2014: Whycocomagh Provincial Park
Whycocomagh
Provincial Park is a small campground perched on a hill-slope bordering the
Bras d'Or Lakes. At first glance, it appears small and probably uninteresting,
especially to experienced hikers eager to reach the Highlands National Park. Do
not be deceived, because the trail system here, though short in distance,
requires physical fitness, sure-footedness, and comfort with navigating through
thick forest with inadequate signage: I love it!
The Salt Mountain Trail is a short, but challenging, walk, for the summit is 230 m (750 ft) above Bras d'Or Lake, requiring a steep climb indeed. This trail's proximity to Highway 105 makes it a pleasant diversion for those passing by who want to stretch their legs and enjoy a marvellous view. Hiking just the Highlander and Salt Mountain trails is about 3.5 km (2.2 mi): tough but worthwhile. Adding the Scout Trail more than doubles the distance, and because of the rugged, hilly terrain, more than doubles the effort required. This section, in particular, is not recommended for novices.
Length: 9.5 km (return)
Hiking Time: 3+hr
Type of Trail: natural surface
Uses: walking, snowshoeing
Facilities: outhouses, water, picnic tables, benches, camping, firewood, cooking shelters, interpretive panels, garbage cans.
Further Information:
The Salt Mountain Trail is a short, but challenging, walk, for the summit is 230 m (750 ft) above Bras d'Or Lake, requiring a steep climb indeed. This trail's proximity to Highway 105 makes it a pleasant diversion for those passing by who want to stretch their legs and enjoy a marvellous view. Hiking just the Highlander and Salt Mountain trails is about 3.5 km (2.2 mi): tough but worthwhile. Adding the Scout Trail more than doubles the distance, and because of the rugged, hilly terrain, more than doubles the effort required. This section, in particular, is not recommended for novices.
Length: 9.5 km (return)
Hiking Time: 3+hr
Type of Trail: natural surface
Uses: walking, snowshoeing
Facilities: outhouses, water, picnic tables, benches, camping, firewood, cooking shelters, interpretive panels, garbage cans.
Further Information:
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