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DeWolfe Park Boardwalk

From the Nova Scotia Hiking Trail Guide

  • Guide category: Stroller Friendly
  • Length: 3 km (return)
  • Difficulty: 1A
  • Duration: 1 hour
  • Book trailhead: N44 42.960 W63 40.312
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Linear boardwalk along the Bedford basin.

This boardwalk along the edge of the Bedford Basin offers great water views. Recent additions make it a popular spot in the non-winter months. There’s new walking space along the Mill Cove section and outdoor exercise equipment. You can workout without missing a beautiful day. You can extend your hike by walking along Shore Dr to Hatchery Park and on to the Bedford Sackville Connector Greenway. Local runners love the options around here. Parking For transit users, take Bus routes 80,82, and 89 to the Bedford Highway and Convoy Run intersection, and walk down Convoy Run.

Trip Summary

Trip Stats

1.5km
Distance
0.9mi
Distance
0h 24m
Total time
3.7km/h
Avg speed (incl. stops)
4.6km/h
Moving speed
18m
Elevation gain
11m
Elevation loss
10m
Highest point

Elevation Profile

Terrain & Pace Summary

Gentle / Flat Walk

Easy going with only 18 m of elevation gain (12 m/km) — suitable for most fitness levels.

Leisurely Walk

Easy 4.6 km/h pace — plenty of time to take in the surroundings.

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Trail Access & Pass Information

⚠️ Trail pass and gate information changes seasonally. The notes below are based on publicly available information at time of generation — verify before you go.
  • Check your provincial / state OHV registration requirements before riding.
  • Verify gate and seasonal-closure status with a local ATV club or land manager.
  • Some trail networks require a separate trail pass — confirm with the local OHV association.

Waterfront park in Bedford with public washrooms & parking, kids play area and outdoor exercise machine. Walk along the boardwalk to the second pier or to Shore drive via gravel path for a longer route. The boardwalk is not maintained during the winter. Wheelchair accessible along the boardwalk section.

Trail Location

  • Starting waypoint: 44.712204, -63.671061 (open map)
  • Location source: Trail waypoint from gpx_for_app index
  • GPX file: DeWolfeParkBoardwalk.gpx
  • GPX track name: DeWolfe Park Boardwalk

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.


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