Keji NP- Snake Lake Hiking Trail GPX Map

From the Nova Scotia Hiking Trail Guide

Guide category: Loop Trails
Length: 3.4 km (return)
Difficulty: 1B
Duration: 1 hour
Book trailhead: N44 21.937 W65 11.781

Pets on leash / Dog friendly

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Trail boardwalk

Snow-shoeing

Canoe Access

South portion of Kejimkujik National Park and Historic Site

The first parking lot along the dirt road to Eel Weir. Snake Lake trail shares a portion of the trail with Peter ’ s Point trail. A great he which crosses hard & softwood forests and wetlands as you approach Snake Lake. Portions of the trail range from wide and well groomed to narrow footpath due to overgrown vegetation. You can access this trail via canoe or kayak as you cross Kejimkujik Lake.

Starting from the parking lot for Peters Point and Snake Lake, you will take either left branches towards Snake Lake. Gentle rolling hills through a nice mossy softwood forest. A few lookout areas along Snake Lake including a landing for paddlers coming from Kejimkujik Lake. Take care walking across the boardwalk sections when wet.

Trail Location

Starting waypoint: 44.365620, -65.196352 (open map)
Location source: Trail waypoint from gpx_for_app index
GPX file: KejiNPSnakeLake.gpx
GPX track name: Keji NP- Snake Lake

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.

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Trip Summary

Trip Stats

3.4km

Distance

2.1mi

Distance

1h 07m

Total time

3.0km/h

Avg speed (incl. stops)

4.0km/h

Moving speed

45m

Elevation gain

42m

Elevation loss

85m

Highest point

Elevation Profile

Terrain & Pace Summary

Gentle / Flat Walk

Easy going with only 45 m of elevation gain (13 m/km) — suitable for most fitness levels.

Leisurely Walk

Easy 4.0 km/h pace — plenty of time to take in the surroundings.

Stops Along the Way

18 min53 min into ride · 80 m elevation · 15:45–15:53 UTCMap it

Stops detected where GPS movement paused for 5 minutes or more — likely a viewpoint, snack break, or photo opportunity.

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Trail Access & Pass Information

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