Best trails in Hammonds Plains, Nova Scotia

Blue Mountain Summit trail offers a steady climb to the summit of Blue Mountain, offering the highest, unobstructed views in the Halifax Regional Municipality. The trek to the trailhead involves walking along logging roads to the woodland path, which has no winter maintenance. Caution is advised when snow is on the ground. The logging road is private property which has been opened to hikers wishing to visit the Blue Mountain trail. Parking Information: This route follows from the trailhead at the end of Anahid Drive. Hikers may park here, so long as they do not obstruct the driveways of surrounding residents. The “Birch Cove to Blue Mountain” trail offers a second pathway from parking off of Lewis Lake Terrace.Show more

Terradore Trail is a short wilderness trail located in Blue Mountain, near Halifax, Nova Scotia. The trail begins off of Terradore Lane, from here it winds through the woods to a look-off point, perfect for watching sunsets, and then continues through the woods, ending at the park off of Blue Forest Lane. The trail is well maintained, but has some areas with large roots, so caution should be taken with small children. Parking Information: Parking is available at the side of the road at the traihead on Terradore Lane, as well as at the park off of Blue Forest Lane. Show more