Ogden to Salmon River Lake Trail

Record #: GUY0050
Last Modified: 11 Apr 2019
Last Full Update: 26 Jul 2014

Location

Located In Ogden
Where To Find Us
Ogden, NS
Areas Served Guysborough County

Description & Services

Information A sign where the trail meets the road indicates that this is a section of the Trans Canada Trail, Part 3. A well-groomed 5-ft wide path weaves through the trees dating back 70 years. Maples are prevalent and contribute to the vibrancy of deep gold and red hues during the autumn months. At times the path detours from the original rail bed due to decades of erosion and flooding. Usually privately owned and fragmented by development, this section of undisturbed, immature oldgrowth on rich soil is a rare treasure. A quaint footbridge carries you over the flowing waters beside the massive concrete structures now engulfed in moss and vines. The trail is well labeled throughout with signs indicating the close proximity of traffic, and soon opens upon the highway at Salmon River Lake, across from a church where a pick-up vehicle may be conveniently placed. 
 
Use: Walking, Hiking 
Length: 9.5 km 
Type: Out and back 
Difficulty: 2B 
Availability: Open 24/7, year round 
 
Facilities: benches, garbage cans 
Closest Amenities: town of Guysborough 
 
 
GPS Coordinates 
Longitude: -61.631277 
Latitude: 45.345998

Special Information

Tags All Things Trails ; Highland Connect ; NS Trail Guide ; Recreation Categories ; Trails
Categories - General Hiking Trails