GENERAL INFORMATION

     Name:            Gabarus - Gull Cove Trail
     County:          Cape Breton County
     Ownership:       Crown Land
     Trail Length:    5 km
     Season:          Year Round


EMERGENCY INFORMATION

     Emergency:       911


DIRECTIONS

Route 327 to Gabarus off Highway #125. Turn right at the end of the pavement 
onto a road which leads to a cemetery.  Trail begins at the end of this road. 


ACTIVITIES

     Walking:             Y        Hiking:         Y
     Mountain Biking:     N        XCountry Ski:   Y
     ATV:                 N        Horse:          N
     Snowmobile:          N        Coastal:        Y
     Loop:                N        Wheelchair:     N
     Wheelchair Assisted: N  


DESCRIPTION

Truly, a journey through time.  It may be the adventure of the child within that 
makes this trail exciting or perhaps it's the feeling of absolute solitude that 
is felt at the end as you can sit on the hill and listen to the gentle splashing 
of waves and almost hear the clamor of an old fishing village with the bells 
ringing for Sunday mass. Remarkable historic background, this trail (once a 
road) was used to reach the town of Gull Cove. 

The trail head starts by a grave yard where you can park.  I would advise anyone 
doing this trail to take a half hour or so and check out the gravestones.  There 
are some pretty old ones!  At 4.5 km you will reach the entrance of the town.  
You'll be able to tell.  You can see stone fences marking land ownership and a 
couple of foundations.  

Formerly, there was a Methodist church and, in 1905, lobster plants paid $6.00, 
for a whole summers work! This town died in the 1920's with the growth of 
motorized boats.

The trail is stunning - taking you along the ocean, through fields and woods so 
you have the chance to see seagulls and squirrels.  It is relatively flat and 
gentle so various hikers will enjoy it.  Another intriguing trail.

Please review NSEL’s Keep it Wild brochure for guidance on wilderness area standards
and safe recreation. For more information on the province’s Protected Areas Program 
call 902-424-2117 or visit: http://www.gov.ns.ca/enla/protectedareas 

Please note that you are on your own when using these trails, and should plan ahead 
for safe travel. Carry a trail map!