Part of the Trans Canada Trail
Connecting Halifax to the St. Margaret’s Bay region.
Welcome to the B.L.T. Rails to Trails Community Trail
The B.L.T. Rails to Trails sits on Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaw People; this territory is covered by the Treaties of Peace and Friendship. The Trail Association is proud to commit that as we move forward with developing our beautiful trail, we will work with the Mi’kmaw community and our trail partners to ensure that we acknowledge the land that we enjoy, educate users on historic Indigenous information, and be a partner in Canada’s reconciliation with the Mi’kmaw. We encourage all Canadians and Nova Scotians to learn more about the Mi’kmaw and take action.
Welcome to 13 kilometers of pure natural beauty! The B.L.T. Rails to Trails is one of Halifax’s top trail destinations and a part of the Rum Runners Trail, Blue Route, and the Western Loop of the Trans Canada Trail! This multi-user recreational trail starts in historic Beechville, Nova Scotia and takes you on a breathtaking journey of peace and serenity through the communities of Beechville, Lakeside, Timberlea, Hubley and Lewis Lake.
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B.L.T. Trail News & Events
We’re HiringJob Posting: Summer Student Jobs – Trail Ambassadors
The B.L.T. Rails to Trails Association is excited to announce an opportunity for two Summer Student Trail Ambassadors. This is a fantastic opportunity for students interested in gaining hands-on experience in trail management and community engagement. Positions Available: 2 Trail AmbassadorsDuration: 8 weeks (Summer)Hours: 35 hours per weekRate of Pay: $15.20 per hourWork Schedule: Primarily…
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Walk / Run for Costa Rica
On Saturday April 20th, a kids’ and youth’ walk / run fundraiser will be held on the BLT Rails to Trails. There will be a 5km run/walk, and 10km run/walk starting at Five Bridges Junior High and going on the Rails to Trails up to the Bluff parking lot. Registration and more information can be…
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Trail Update for BLT Rails to Trail Users!
Exciting news for our trail community! This weekend, our dedicated volunteers have hit the ground running, clearing garbage and tidying up those pesky low-hanging trees along the trail. But that’s not all – our contractor is back in action, too! You’ll see him working on various projects throughout the season, making our trail better than…
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Trail Closed – please read for more informationTemporary Trail Section Closure Alert: BLT Rails to Trails
Attention all trail enthusiasts! Please be advised that the BLT Rails to Trails will be fully blocked and closed at the 3km mark near Clearwater in Timberlea, due to a downed tree. This closure is necessary to allow for the use of heavy machinery for tree removal. 🕚 Closure Timing: The trail will be closed…
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