GENERAL INFORMATION

     Name:            Barrington Bay Trail
     County:          Shelburne
     Ownership:       Municipality of Barrington
     Contact:         Waterfront Development Committee or
                      Brian Holland, 637-2015 
     Trail Length:    2.3km
     Season:          Year Round 


EMERGENCY INFORMATION

     Emergency:	      911
                         

DIRECTIONS

Located on highway 3, Barrington Passage.The trail begins at the Old School House Restaurant.
There is parking available here.  The trail can be accessed from two other points, the first 
being on highway 330 behind the Atlantic Superstore, and the second where the trail (abandoned
rail line) crosses Station Road.

ACTIVITIES

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


DESCRIPTION

The creation of a walking trail along Barrington Bay is only possible by the location of the
railbed.  The trail begins at the Old School House Restaurant, a heritage building built in 
1889-1890.  It served as a school (Rockland Academy) until 1969.

Barrington Bay Trail has been designed for recreational walking, and has been regraded with the
addition of a hard gravel surface.  At locations where the trail overlooks the Bay, you will find
rest areas.  An observation deck near Station Road provides a spectacular ocean view.  Interpretive
signs are situated along the route giving directions and other information pertaining to the trail
and general area.

Birds are a special part of this trail.  In the bays, inlets, hedges, and clearings, over fifty
species have been sighted.  The bay provides a  home for a variety of ducks, loons, and geese. 
A wide diversity of species find refuge in winter, nest in summer, or reside year round.

Over one hundred species of flora have been identified along the trail.  Sea rocket, sea lavender,
sea mertensia and silverweed grow on the rocky seaside areas.  Six species of fern are visible
along the trail.

Fishing and seafaring have always been the main occupations of the area.  During most seasons, 
fishing boats can be seen from the trail.  Recreational boats such as sail boats area a familiar
sight during the summer.  The Queen of Hearts dory club may be seen practicing their skills in the
water near the trail.

The causeway to Cape Sable Island, the white sand beach of North East Point and the island itself, 
which has been given the nation title "Important Bird Area of Canada" can be seen from points along
the trail.

Along the western end of the trail you will find salt marshes, meadows, and inland ponds.

A number of heritage age buildings remain in the area, some are visible from the trail, while others
can be found easily from any of the trail entrances/exits.

Enjoy your walk!