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A trail that promises views of the famous Balancing Rock on Long Island, Nova Scotia.


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Map Key

0.7

Miles

1.2

KM

Point to Point

149' 45 m

High

29' 9 m

Low

2' 0 m

Up

121' 37 m

Down

3%

Avg Grade (2°)

13%

Max Grade (7°)

Dogs Unknown

Features Birding · Fall Colors · Spring · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife

Family Friendly A short well-marked trail with interesting sights along the way.

Description

This is a well-marked trail with interpretive signs along the way describing the flora. The hike is very straight before coming to several (235 to be exact) stairs going down the cliff-side to the ocean to see the Balancing Rock (basalt) and to get pictures. The Balancing Rock is located on St. Mary's Bay on the Bay of Fundy.

Flora & Fauna

Birds, deer, and forest plants.

Shared By:

Elaina Varner

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in Tiverton

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in Tiverton

#20

in Nova Scotia

#15,433

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Photos

Boardwalk on the cliff side.
Apr 25, 2016 near Digby, NS
Balancing Rock.
Apr 25, 2016 near Digby, NS
The start of the 235-stair staircase.
Apr 25, 2016 near Digby, NS

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