Five Islands Provincial Park: Estuary Trail
Record #:
COT0053
Last Modified:
16 Jan 2020
Last Full Update:
16 Jan 2020
Location
| Located In | Five Islands |
| Where To Find Us | Five Islands Provincial Park 618 Bentley Branch Rd Five Islands, NS B0M 1K0 |
| Areas Served | Atlantic Canada |
Contact
| Social Media |   |
| Website | parks.novascotia.ca/content/five-islands |
| parkinfo@novascotia.ca | |
| Phone | Five Islands Provincial Park: 902-254-2980 (June to October) Nova Scotia Department of Lands and Forestry, Provincial Parks: 902-662-3030 |
Description & Services
| Information | Five Islands Provincial Park is one of Nova Scotia's premiere outdoor destinations, offering spectacular views, overnight camping sites, and hiking opportunities. Estuary Trail follows a tidal estuary along the East River, then passes through mixed forest on the lower slopes of Economy Mountain, featuring viewing areas and interpretive panels. Length: two loops, with a total length of 3.1 km Permitted use: hiking Trail surface: built tread, slight grade, some structures Rating: "easy" Directions: Access to the trail can be found at Route 2 to Five Islands Provincial Park; south onto Bentley Branch Road (park road). Continue 1 km to parking area at gate; trail starts on north side of road. Or continue 2.5 km to trail access just past park administration building; trail starts on north side of road. Other trails in the park include the Economy Mountain Trail and Red Head Trail. |
Special Information
| Tags | Fundy Connect ; HALIFAX ; Hiking ; NS Trail Guide ; Outdoor Recreation ; Park ; Provincial Park ; Recreation Categories ; Trails |
| Categories - General | Hiking Trails ; Provincial/Territorial Parks |
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