Crystal Crescent Trail

Halifax Trails

HRM Trail Guide

Trail Summary

Crystal Crescent beach is one of the best known beaches in the Halifax region. What is less known is the coastal trail that originates from the beach called the Pennant Point trail. The first kilometer or two is a well travelled well maintained trail which consists of boardwalks, stairs and bridges. The trail stops being maintained when you reach a small beach. From that point onward the trail is still easy to follow and maintained enough that it is not difficult to follow nor is the terrain extremely difficult.

The trail is an amazing coastal trek. It is a 13 kilometer loop that hugs the coastline for most of it. The trail is a lot of fun for rock climbing and scampering. The landscape is amazing, and fans of Peggy’s Cove will really appreciate it. You should set aside the day to accomplish the loop, as it is quite long, and ideal for some picnics, swimming, sun tanning, nature watching, or just relaxing by the coast. It can be a little challenging in parts as some easy rock climbing and navigating is required, but it can be a great workout, especially if you mix in some jogging.

This trail is amongst the best summer time hiking that Nova Scotia has to offer.