Keppoch Mountain
Record #:
ACO0209
Last Modified:
24 Feb 2021
Last Full Update:
05 Sep 2020
Location
| Located In | Antigonish County |
| Where To Find Us | 193 Keppoch Rd Beaver Meadow, Antigonish County, NS Canada B2G 2K8 |
| Areas Served | Antigonish County ; Highland Region |
Contact
| Social Media |  |
| Website | thekeppoch.ca |
| thekeppoch@gmail.com | |
| Contact | Paul Basil; Email: thekeppoch@gmail.com |
| Alternate Contact | John Chiasson, President; Phone: (Cell) 902-870-7034 |
| Mailing Address | c/o Positive Action for Keppoch Society PO Box 1148 Antigonish, NS B2G 2R6 |
Description & Services
| Information | Keppoch Mountain is located on the western edge of Antigonish County and has ~500 acres of wilderness to enjoy year round. With over 40KMS of multi-use trails the Keppoch really opens the door to awesome outdoor activities Including: - Mountain biking & off road cycling for all ability levels - Cross-country skiing: skate, classic and nordic touring on over 10KMs of groomed trails - Geocaching - Trail running, walking and hiking for everyone; Included in the trail system is an accessibility loop so those with mobility challenges can still access the wilderness that the Keppoch has to offer - Bouldering and Slack-lining in our custom built climbing park - Ski and snowboard skills park or alpine touring on the old downhill trails - Disc golf, 18 hole course with 8 for beginners and 8 for more advanced players Our Mission To provide outdoor recreation and education opportunities for local residents and visitors of all ages while working to conserve access to natural wilderness areas and create economic stimulation. We aspire to achieve this mission by constructing and sustaining a network of quality non-motorized trails for all ability levels while incorporating the best of our highland landscapes. We have approximately 500 acres of land under lease or land use agreements and will need to partner with Crown Land Managers for further land access for continued growth. Positive Action for Keppoch Society (PAK) was established in 2010 by a group of residents and businessmen with a vision of The Keppoch as a outdoor recreation hub for the Northeastern Nova Scotia. Their goal is to encourage recreational use of Keppoch Mountain and promote the natural beauty of the region. Major support for this effort has come from the Town and County of Antigonish, the Province of Nova Scotia, and the Federal Government through ACOA. The Keppoch Project is a not-for-profit, volunteer driven endeavor. PAK is made up of a Board of Directors, that creates policy and strategic planning. In the near future, Keppoch Facility staff will manage the day to day operations. Nearest community: 18 minutes East to Antigonish by car via the TCH from James River Overpass (Exit 30) Use: Walking, Hiking, Running, Biking, Snowshoeing, Alpine Touring, Nordic Skiing, Accessible Paved Trail Length: 40 km Type: Trail Network - Looped and out and back choices Difficulty: Beginner to Expert   GPS Coordinates Longitude: -62.114983 Latitude: 45.545883 |
| Hours | For the most up to date information, please visit The Keppoch Website. |
| Meetings | Please Contact us if you are interested in Joining the PAK Society. We hold regular meetings on the operation and continuing development of Keppoch. |
Special Information
| Established | 2010 |
| Tags | 14 Wing - Greenwood ; All Things Trails ; Antigonish County API ; Antigonish Town Search (API) ; Bicycle ; Community Organizations ; Community Spaces ; Connecting People & Nature ; Cross Country Skiing ; Family-friendly ; Highland Connect ; NS Trail Guide ; Recreation Categories ; Recreation Facilities ; Snowshoeing ; Sports ; Trails ; Volunteer Community Trail Groups |
| Categories - General | Bicycle Paths/Trails ; Cross Country Ski Trails ; Geocaching ; Hiking Trails ; Snowshoe Trails |
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