Blue Mountain Summit

Trailhead:
Anahid Drive off Kingswood Dr. - N 44 42.014 W 063 45.000

Terrain and Surface:
Logging roads and rugged woodland path with steep grades; no winter maintenance.

Parking/Bus Route:
Parking on Street Anahid Drive; Bus Routes: Visit the Halifax Transit Website for up-to-date routes and schedules.

Rating:
This trail rated Moderate Plus .

Description:
Hikers will be challenged by the steady climb from the North base of Blue Mountain to the summit. At the summit you will find a memorial cache of stones and an unlimited view from the highest point in Halifax Regional Municipality.

Blue Mountain Summit is located in the Blue Mountain-Birch Cove Lake Wilderness area. Though HNWTA does not steward this trail, we have been supporting the creation of a regional park in this area. Show your support for this park by becoming a member of the Friends of Blue Mountain-Birch Cove Lakes Society at www.bluemountainfriends.ca.

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