Off-Road Trails in Nova Scotia

Discover off-road trails in Nova Scotia

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

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

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 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

Learn more about Old Liverpool Road

Old Liverpool Road

Old Liverpool Road is a largely abandoned road that runs from Albany Cross to Round Lake. The northern section, running from Albany Cross to Halfway Road, is wide and hard-packed dirt. After crossing McGill Lake,…
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Total Miles

17.5

Tech Rating

3Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Learn more about Oregon Trail

Oregon Trail

The Oregon Trail is a scenic, single-lane, rocky, and muddy OHV route that climbs from an elevation of 54 metres to 388 metres. The trail features washouts, slick mud, and tight sections, requiring careful navigation,…
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Total Miles

4.7

Tech Rating

2Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Learn more about Park Spur Road

Park Spur Road

Park Spur Road comprises ATVANS Routes 104 and 105, traversing the highlands near Cape Breton Highlands National Park. This route offers a remote and scenic experience, with wide dirt roads that may have potholes and…
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Total Miles

25.4

Tech Rating

1Easy

Best Time

Summer, Fall, Spring

Learn more about Paterson dam trail

Paterson dam trail

The trail begins as a two-lane gravel road before narrowing into a single-lane dirt path. Along the way, you'll encounter minor obstacles under 12 inches and occasional water puddles with firm bottoms. The trail eventually…
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Total Miles

6.8

Tech Rating

2Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Learn more about Pembroke Road

Pembroke Road

Pembroke Road begins in the east as a residential road, offering excellent access to the trail system from the Cheticamp area. The road transitions to a well-maintained gravel surface from start to finish. Be mindful…
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Total Miles

4.9

Tech Rating

1Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Learn more about Pipeline Road Trail

Pipeline Road Trail

Pipeline Road Trail is a partially maintained route running north-south, located east of Big Indian Lake within the former Bowater-Mersey lands. Ideal for beginners, this hard-packed logging road allows for an enjoyable drive without risking…
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Total Miles

14.2

Tech Rating

2Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Learn more about Plane Crash Trail

Plane Crash Trail

Starting at West Dalhousie Road, Plane Crash Trail is a consistently hard-packed single-lane dirt road with a loose sandy top. Be cautious of small washouts and fallen trees along the way. The main attraction is…
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Total Miles

8.6

Tech Rating

1Easy

Best Time

Fall, Summer, Spring

Learn more about Pockwock Falls Trail

Pockwock Falls Trail

Pockwock Falls Trail, also known as Bowater Mersey to Pockwock Road, is officially named Old Kemptown Road. This primitive road in Halifax Regional Municipality is accessed from Pockwock Road in Hammonds Plains and leads to…
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Total Miles

2.0

Tech Rating

4Moderate

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Learn more about Porter Road

Porter Road

The trail begins at the junction of Porters Road and Elmsfield Road, following a narrow side road into the backcountry. The route consists mostly of rugged dirt roads with occasional washouts, winding through the hillside…
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Total Miles

18.0

Tech Rating

4Moderate

Best Time

Summer, Fall

Learn more about Quack Lake Road

Quack Lake Road

Quacks Lake Road is a versatile trail connecting Mill Lake Road and Ingramport Road, situated south of Quacks Lake and north of Vinegar Lake. While the majority of this trail is accessible by midsized trucks…
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Total Miles

7.5

Tech Rating

4Moderate

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Learn more about Quarry Road

Quarry Road

Quarry Road is one of the main entrances to the largest section of Crown land in East Hants. Starting in Walton, you'll encounter a few former gypsum mine sites along the road. The road itself…
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Total Miles

4.0

Tech Rating

1Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Learn more about Renfrew Road

Renfrew Road

Renfrew Road is a captivating trail that winds through the historic Renfrew Gold District, offering a blend of easy and challenging terrain. Starting at the corner of Monte Vista Road and the paved section of…
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Total Miles

6.8

Tech Rating

2Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Learn more about Rockey Lake Trail

Rockey Lake Trail

The Rocky Lake Trail is an easy route that stretches from the northern tip of Jim Horne Lake to Renfrew Crossroads, situated in the heart of the former Renfrew Gold District community. This trail is…
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Total Miles

4.8

Tech Rating

2Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Learn more about Rocky brook rd

Rocky brook rd

This single-lane trail begins off Rocky Brook Road and offers a rewarding challenge for experienced off-roaders. It starts as a gravel road but quickly turns into a rough dirt trail scattered with large embedded rocks,…
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Total Miles

3.0

Tech Rating

5Moderate

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Learn more about Route 5

Route 5

Route 5 follows the historic Springfield rail bed, starting in the southern community of Lakeview as Lakecrest Drive. The trail begins as a private road for the first 3.3 km, so it's essential to obey…
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Total Miles

4.7

Tech Rating

3Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Learn more about Route 50

Route 50

Route 50 is a former logging road within the well-used ATVANS crown land trail system. The trail features hard-packed dirt with numerous large puddles and flooded sections. There are a few short, rocky hill climbs…
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Total Miles

4.0

Tech Rating

3Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

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ATV trails in Nova Scotia

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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 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 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 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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UTV/side-by-side trails in Nova Scotia

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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

Total Miles

4.7

Tech Rating

2Easy

Best Time

Summer, Fall, Spring

Learn more about Airport Hill Trail

Airport Hill Trail

Total Miles

2.0

Tech Rating

2Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Learn more about Alton Road

Alton Road

Total Miles

16.1

Tech Rating

1Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

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