Acadian trail
Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Nova Scotia, Canada
Out-and-back trail in Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Nova Scotia, Canada. Hiking.
- Distance
- 8.9 mi (14.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,827 ft (557 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 45 min
- High point
- 1,204 ft (367 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Acadian trail
How long is Acadian trail?
Acadian trail is 8.9 mi (14.3 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 45 min. It climbs 1,827 ft (557 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,204 ft (367 m).
How hard is Acadian trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Acadian trail?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on Acadian trail?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Acadian trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (83% under trees).
What can you do on Acadian trail?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Acadian trail?
Shop: General Store, 1.6 mi (2.6 km).
Is this a good week for Acadian trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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