Near Gaff Point Trail
Inukshuk at sunset close to the William F. Schwartz Memorial Point along the Gaff Point Trail.
Near Gaff Point Trail
Trail at sunset.

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Gaff Point Trail

4.7 (3 Ratings)
A beautiful trail of rugged coastline, cliffs, and forest along with wildlife off Hirtle's Beach.
2.8
mi
Distance
198
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.83mi
Distance
198ft
Elevation Gain
161ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
76ft
High Point
-1ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
A beautiful trail of rugged coastline, cliffs, and forest. There is the possibility of seeing wildlife on land such as wild rabbits, as well as sea life such as seals and sea birds. This trail gives you views of the LaHave Islands, along with West Ironbound Island. It can be difficult hiking to get to the trailhead at high tide because you have to hike on top of rocks for about a kilometer and a half. At low tide you can hike on the sand beach. Hirtle's Beach is popular among swimmer, and surfers alike.

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Birding
strenuous
29.24 mi
+6,273 ft
Contributors
Elaina Varner