Timberlea

Timberlea offers several ways to enjoy the outdoors: the BLT Trail is a multi-use trail, while the challenging Bluff Wilderness Hiking Trail is for experienced hikers. The Links at Brunello has a canoe and kayak launch on the Nine Mile River; its golf course also combines Nova Scotia’s natural landscape with challenging topography. When looking for a vacation rental, first consider which of these activities you want to shape your stay.

The BLT Trail: a converted railway line

The BLT Trail is 13 kilometres long and runs along a converted railway line. It passes several lakes and rivers and connects Timberlea to the St. Margaret’s Bay Trail section. This means the route brings together a former railway line and a stretch alongside various bodies of water. The connection to the St. Margaret’s Bay Trail is also a useful landmark for anyone interested in Timberlea’s trails.

As a multi-use trail, the BLT Trail accommodates walking, hiking, cycling and ATV use. In winter, activities include skiing, snowmobiling and snowshoeing. This means the trail is not limited to a single way of getting around. You can plan around the activity that interests you most, while keeping in mind that the trail supports different uses. If you’re travelling as a family with different interests, this range of options may help when choosing activities together.

A challenging hiking option

The Bluff Wilderness Hiking Trail stands out from the multi-use trail because of its difficulty. It consists of four loops, is more than 30 kilometres long in total, and is considered a challenging wilderness hiking trail. It is suitable only for experienced hikers. This is an important consideration when choosing a trail: the four loops do not make it a general walking path. If you’re travelling with others whose hiking experience varies, pay particular attention to whether the trail is suitable for the experienced hikers in your group. This clearly distinguishes this hiking option from the BLT Trail’s range of uses.

Paddling and golf

For paddlers, The Links at Brunello has a canoe and kayak launch on the Nine Mile River. This is a separate option for anyone interested in canoeing or kayaking, distinct from the activities on the trails. The Links at Brunello golf course offers a different focus: it combines Nova Scotia’s natural landscape with challenging topography. When comparing ideas for your trip, you can choose between trails, paddling and golf as different activities.

Which vacation rental suits your stay?

More destinations to explore: Portuguese Cove, Wellington, Halifax, Herring Cove, Musquodoboit Harbour, Lake Charlotte, Peggy’s Cove and Tangier.

For the broader travel overview: Halifax County.