The BLT trail runs from Lakeside to Hubley. It is the former rail line and is both in residential areas and wooded.
Trail Location
- Starting waypoint: 44.641061, -63.688724 (open map)
- Location source: Trail waypoint from gpx_for_app index
- GPX file: BLT_Trail.gpx
- GPX track name: BLT Trail
Recent Trail Notes
Recent trail-related items found during a five-year scan from July 12, 2021 through July 12, 2026. Verify access, closures, and conditions with the park, trail manager, or local association before heading out.
- 2026-04-24 – Volunteers step up to take over BLT Trail – CBC (CBC)
- 2026-04-14 – BLT Trail in limbo as volunteer board dissolves – Halifax Examiner (Halifax Examiner)
Trip Summary
Trip Stats
13.2km
Distance
8.2mi
Distance
1h 05m
Total time
12.1km/h
Avg speed (incl. stops)
12.1km/h
Moving speed
74m
Elevation gain
75m
Elevation loss
46m
Highest point
Elevation Profile
Terrain & Pace Summary
Flat / Easy Cruiser
Minimal elevation change (74 m total gain, 6 m/km) — great for laying down distance and enjoying the scenery at speed.
Steady Pace
Methodical 12.1 km/h — technical sections or climbs kept things measured.
Trails Near This Route
🧭️ Trails from avoidingchores.com within 40 km of the trailhead, sorted nearest first. Distances are straight-line from the trailhead.
13.2 km trail · 0.0 km away
BLT Trail
The BLT trail runs from Lakeside to Hubley. It is the former rail line and is both in residential areas and wooded.
Trailhead map2.33 km trail · 2.6 km away
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Chain Of Lakes Trail
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Hemlock Ravine Park
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Kearney Lake Trail
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