Nova Scotia · Hiking

Beaton-Trail

An out-and-back trail, 2.1 miles each way (4.1 miles round trip) in Nova Scotia, Canada.

2.1 mi
round trip
2,432 ft
climb
871 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Beaton-Trail is an out-and-back trail, 2.1 miles each way (4.1 miles round trip) in Nova Scotia, Canada. It runs between about 210 ft and 870 ft above sea level, with roughly 1,200 ft of climbing one way. It is a well-made walking path, fine for most hikers. Most of the way is dirt. The nearest town is Mabou Mines, about 2.3 miles northeast of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Beinn Bhiorach. There are 2 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.

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