Off-Road Trails in Nova Scotia

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Learn more about Gold River Lake Trail
Gold River Lake Trail

Gold River Lake Trail

Gold River Lake Trail is a scenic, hard-packed dirt road with small washouts and potholes. After rain, sections of the trail can become muddy, making for an enjoyable but manageable challenge. The trail forms part…
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Total Miles
6.9
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Granite Lane Trail
Granite Lane Trail

Granite Lane Trail

The Granite Lane Trail begins at the very end of Granite Lane, also known locally as Outback Run. Access this trail by turning onto Granite Lane/Outback Run from North River Road. Note that GPS software…
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Total Miles
3.2
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Fall
Learn more about Grist Mill Road - 104
Grist Mill Road - 104

Grist Mill Road - 104

The route begins on gravel roads and gradually transitions into dirt sections with rock shelves, embedded rocks, and uneven terrain. You'll encounter water crossings with submerged logs, muddy patches, and the occasional deep rut--especially after…
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Total Miles
5.7
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Highland Road
Highland Road

Highland Road

Highland Road is a wide, well-maintained gravel road that cuts through the heart of the Cape Breton Highlands. The route spans approximately 50 km northward before turning east, continuing another 38 km to Wreck Cove.…
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Total Miles
48.1
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Hiking Trail Road
Hiking Trail Road

Hiking Trail Road

Hiking Trail Road is a well-maintained, hard-packed dirt road and an active forestry road. The southern 1.5 km section, stretching from the end of Bowater Mersey Road to Pipeline Road Trail, is currently disconnected due…
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Total Miles
12.2
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Ingramport Connector
Ingramport Connector

Ingramport Connector

The Ingramport Connector is a two-lane gravel road running parallel to Highway 103, stretching from Ingramport Road to Hiking Trail Road. This road is essential for accessing a multitude of trails in the Mersey Trail…
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Total Miles
4.5
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Ingramport Road
Ingramport Road

Ingramport Road

Ingramport Road is a maintained, hard-packed dirt road that is two vehicles wide for most of its length, though it narrows slightly at the north end. Travelers should be cautious of washouts after heavy rains.…
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Total Miles
14.1
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Kavanough Road
Kavanough Road

Kavanough Road

Leading from Beaver Bank Road (HWY 354) into the Renfrew Gold District, Kavanough Road starts as a hard-packed single-lane dirt road. At the Witmore Road intersection, 1.8 km in, the road deteriorates quickly. This historic…
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Total Miles
3.2
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Summer
Learn more about King Lake Trail
King Lake Trail

King Lake Trail

This Trail has three distinct sections: The northern 2.6 km of the King Lake Trail, which includes the scenic Dawson Falls, is situated on private property. This section is a partially maintained former logging road…
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Total Miles
7.3
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Kingsross Trail
Kingsross Trail

Kingsross Trail

Starting at the eastern trailhead in Kingross, this trail immediately challenges drivers with a steep, heavily washed-out hill climb. The ascent features a 200m elevation gain over 1.5km, making it critical to air down and…
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Total Miles
7.6
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about MacDonald's Glen Road
MacDonald's Glen Road

MacDonald's Glen Road

Starting from the Northeast Mabou Road end, the MacDonald's Glen Road starts out smooth, with the first washout across the road being about 12in deep, then followed by one large washout approximately 16 inches deep…
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Total Miles
4.3
Tech Rating
5Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Marianna Road
Marianna Road

Marianna Road

The north-south route from the T-intersection of Oregon Trail, Timber Lake West Road, and Marianna Road extends to Doyle Road. The southern 9 km to Kelly Road is a broad, smooth gravel road with some…
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Total Miles
8.9
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about McMillan Flowage Trail
McMillan Flowage Trail

McMillan Flowage Trail

The McMillan Flowage Trail offers a diverse mix of terrain and scenery. The southern 2 km consists of a hard-packed old logging dirt road with a few large flooded sections. Following this is a 0.5…
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Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
3Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Mersey Road Trail
Mersey Road Trail

Mersey Road Trail

The Mersey Road Trail in the Medway Lakes Wilderness Area is a well-maintained former logging road. It starts at Albany New Road as "New Mersey Road" because the original 1.4 km south section is blocked…
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Total Miles
23.5
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Mill Lake Road
Mill Lake Road

Mill Lake Road

Mill Lake Road is considered one of the main entrances to the Bowater Mersey Trail System. Easily accessible from Highway 103 at Exit 6, the first 4 km is part of a well-maintained active logging…
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Total Miles
7.2
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Mill Road
Mill Road

Mill Road

Mill Road is a scenic trail located off Old Road near Burntcoat Head Park. The trail is accessible from the south at the end of Airport Lane. Starting from Old Road, the trail is an…
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Total Miles
3.2
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Mines Road
Mines Road

Mines Road

Mines Road, historically known as Manganese Road, played a crucial role in transporting manganese ore from the Dean & Chapter Mines to the Avon River, where it was shipped for export. Today, the trail connects…
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Total Miles
8.2
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Summer
Learn more about Mosher Road
Mosher Road

Mosher Road

The southern half of Mosher Road features a relatively smooth, hard-packed dirt surface with no significant obstacles. Midway along the route, you'll encounter a section of the original road blocked off, necessitating a 2km bypass.…
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Total Miles
8.1
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about North Highland Road
North Highland Road

North Highland Road

Old forest road that starts in the Cape Breton highlands down to Foot Cape. From the highlands side, the first half of the road is smooth with occasional puddles and potholes up to 4in deep…
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Total Miles
2.7
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Summer
Learn more about Old Debert Road
Old Debert Road

Old Debert Road

Old Debert Road in Westchester Mountain, Nova Scotia, is a scenic, rural route that offers a blend of natural beauty and rugged terrain. The road is primarily gravel and dirt, with sections that can be…
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Total Miles
4.0
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall

ATV trails in Nova Scotia

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5 K

5 K

The 5 K trail goes from Sandy Lake Road to the windmills in Beaver Bank, Nova Scotia. The trail starts on crown land and then goes to the Barrett Lumber property. 5 K is a…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about 6014 Road
6014 Road

6014 Road

6014 Road begins as a fairly wide, hard-packed dirt road and quickly transitions into a challenging yet rewarding route. The first 2.5 kilometres feature a winding hill climb with some washouts and steep banks, offering…
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Total Miles
4.7
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Airport Hill Trail
Airport Hill Trail

Airport Hill Trail

Airport Hill Trail is a 3.3 km trail that connects the north end of East River Road with the north end of Ingramport Road. It features a long hill climb with some heavily washed-out areas,…
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Total Miles
2.0
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Alton Road
Alton Road

Alton Road

Alton Road is a wide, well-maintained, hard-packed dirt trail that is perfect for fast travel and easy navigation. The surface has very few potholes or washouts, making it suitable for all levels of riders. This…
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Total Miles
16.1
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall

UTV/side-by-side trails in Nova Scotia

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5 K

5 K

The 5 K trail goes from Sandy Lake Road to the windmills in Beaver Bank, Nova Scotia. The trail starts on crown land and then goes to the Barrett Lumber property. 5 K is a…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
4Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about 6014 Road
6014 Road

6014 Road

6014 Road begins as a fairly wide, hard-packed dirt road and quickly transitions into a challenging yet rewarding route. The first 2.5 kilometres feature a winding hill climb with some washouts and steep banks, offering…
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Total Miles
4.7
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall, Spring
Learn more about Airport Hill Trail
Airport Hill Trail

Airport Hill Trail

Airport Hill Trail is a 3.3 km trail that connects the north end of East River Road with the north end of Ingramport Road. It features a long hill climb with some heavily washed-out areas,…
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Total Miles
2.0
Tech Rating
2Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Alton Road
Alton Road

Alton Road

Alton Road is a wide, well-maintained, hard-packed dirt trail that is perfect for fast travel and easy navigation. The surface has very few potholes or washouts, making it suitable for all levels of riders. This…
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Total Miles
16.1
Tech Rating
1Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall

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