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Four people on bicycles cycling through a former train trestle bridge that is now part of the Harvest Moon Trail through the Annapolis Valley in Nova Scotia

Cycling

From relaxing rails-to-trail cycling adventures and Blue Route trails that takes you through communities spread across the province to the world-renowned, heart-pumping Cabot Trail with its sweeping ocean views, Nova Scotia has an ideal ride for you. For something even more adventurous – get your adrenaline pumping at a mountain bike park or trail system.

Looking for cycling trails? Visit Cycling Nova Scotia to view and download routes and itineraries. For information on where to cycle and the Blue Route, visit blueroute.ca

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  • Tide and Trail Outfitters

    Tide and Trail Outfitters

    From June 1 to December 31

    South Shore, Lunenburg
  • Mike’s E Bikes

    Mike’s E Bikes

    From May 1 to November 1

    Cape Breton Island, Port Hood
  • Whynot Adventure Outfitters

    Whynot Adventure Outfitters

    From May 16 to October 13

    Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley, Maitland Bridge
  • Carrolls Corner Mastodon Trail

    Carrolls Corner Mastodon Trail

    Open year-round

    Eastern Shore, Carrolls Corner
  • Albion Trail

    Albion Trail

    Open year-round

    Northumberland Shore, Stellarton
  • Thorburn Spur Rail Line

    Thorburn Spur Rail Line

    Open year-round

    Northumberland Shore, New Glasgow
  • Pioneer Trail

    Pioneer Trail

    Open year-round

    Northumberland Shore, New Glasgow
  • Johnny Miles Memorial Trail

    Johnny Miles Memorial Trail

    Open year-round

    Northumberland Shore, New Glasgow
  • Victoria Park

    Victoria Park

    Open year-round

    Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley, Truro
  • Pine Grove Park

    Pine Grove Park

    Open year-round

    South Shore, Milton
  • Shipyards Landing

    Shipyards Landing

    Open year-round

    South Shore, Bridgewater
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Top Trails to Cycle

Celtic Shores Coastal Trail

  • 92-kilometre (57-mile) route that hugs the coastline from Port Hastings to Inverness
  • Multiple trailheads allow you start or stop and explore communities and towns
  • Join a toe-tapping ceilidh, relax at warm water beaches, discover amazing places to eat & drink, and world-renowned golf along the way
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Explore coastal communities along the Rum Runners Trail

Rum Runners Trail

  • 119 km (74 mi) trail from Halifax to Lunenburg
  • Ideal for off-road cycling or long-distance trekking; easy, flat trail.
  • Explore vibrant coastal communities, parks, beaches, restaurants and more enroute.
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Cabot Trail

  • Challenge yourself on one of the world’s most highly-rated cycling routes
  • Enjoy a self-guided adventure or book a cycling tour with Freewheeling Adventures or Cabot Trail Adventures
  • Enjoy hiking, camping and golf while in the Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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Harvest Moon Trailway

  • 110 kilometre (72 mile) trail connecting Grand Pré to Annapolis Royal
  • Discover the area’s rich Acadian heritage and abundant culinary experiences
  • The trail grade is almost flat with very few slight inclines
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