Short loop trail where you can find all four species of lady slippers. The trail is along various terrain and one section is along the edge of a field. Trailhed is behind the community centre.
Trail Location
- Starting waypoint: 45.020294, -64.122512 (open map)
- Location source: Trail waypoint from gpx_for_app index
- GPX file: Avondale_Peninsula_Westbrook_Trail.gpx
- GPX track name: Avondale Peninsula Westbrook 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.
No recent trail-specific news item was found in the five-year scan. This draft keeps the section as a review note so it can be refreshed before publishing.
Trip Summary
Trip Stats
2.3km
Distance
1.5mi
Distance
0h 43m
Total time
3.3km/h
Avg speed (incl. stops)
3.3km/h
Moving speed
68m
Elevation gain
97m
Elevation loss
69m
Highest point
Elevation Profile
Terrain & Pace Summary
Hilly Walk
Good rolling terrain with 68 m of gain over 2.3 km (29 m/km). Rewarding underfoot without being punishing.
Leisurely Walk
Easy 3.3 km/h pace — plenty of time to take in the surroundings.
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- Nova Scotia Off-Highway Vehicle Act: A valid Nova Scotia OHV registration is required for off-highway vehicle use on approved trails and crown land routes.
- Seasonal closures: Forestry roads and managed trail systems may close during spring break-up, storm cleanup, wildfire risk, or maintenance. Confirm current access with Nova Scotia Crown Land Roads and local trail managers before heading out.
- Road connectors: Rules for off-highway vehicles on public roads vary by municipality and designated connector. Trailer to an approved trailhead unless you have confirmed a legal connector route.
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