Hiking in Wentworth
Photo by Scotty SherinThe hiking trails
The scenic Wentworth Valley, nestled in Nova Scotia’s Appalachian Mountains, offers beauty and adventure for all seasons. Our out-and-back trails take you to the top of the mountain for arresting views of the valley and beyond.
Looking for a quick stroll from The Barn? Our accessible hiking trail to a small waterfall in the woods is the perfect 1km easy round trip adventure.
These popular trails for birding, hiking, and snowshoeing are accessible from the bottom of the mountain year round or from the top of the mountain via the chairlift during operational hours.
Your year round adventure begins at the trail entrance in the north parking lot. Note: Trails are not patrolled. Use at your own risk.
Trails:
Get Up There
Ridge Trail to High Head
Ghastly Gorge Grind
Chickadee Stroll
Rosebowl Rambler
Barn to Waterfall trail
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Primary Trail Type: Out-and-back. Moderate difficulty.
Fall Colours Hiking Guide:
Ride the chairlift as a foot passenger and hike down.
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Trail options from chair top:
Chickadee Stroll - a meandering, easy going walk down our beginner ski trail and into woods. Ends up at a beautiful waterfall. Best option for kids.
Length: Approx. 3km.
Time: Approx. 45 minutes to 1hr
Rosebowl Rambler - NEW 2026
Take in big views as you ramble your way down the mountain under the chairlift. This is the fastest, moderate walk down to the base area.
Length: Approx. 1.5km.
Time: Approx. 45 minutes
Chairtop to High Head look off
A moderate, fairly flat walk to the iconic High Head look off overlooking the Valley. You can see as far as the Confederation Bridge to PEI. Hike down Ridge or Chilkoot Bob trails to end at a flowing waterfall in the woods. Head to The Nest and follow the signs to High Head.
Time: From chairtop to High Head to base area - Approx. 1.5 – 2 hours
Trail options starting at the bottom of the mountain:
Barn to Waterfall - an easy stroll through the woods along an old road and onto a gravel path. You end up at a waterfall in the woods. Stroller friendly. Start at The Barn.
Length: 1km round trip - easiest trail on the property
Ridge trail to High Head
Follow the path from The Barn to the hiking trailhead. Follow the gravel path and cross the bridge on the left. Hike up the Ridge Trail to the iconic High Head look off. A second option is to take Chilkoot Bob which reconnects with Ridge trail. A difficult hiking trail.
Length: Approx. 3 km
Time: Approx. 2.5 hours return
Ghastly Gorge Grind
Start near the bottom of the Blue Chair. The trail connects to T-Bar line, crosses over the Beaver ski trail and continues up through the Ghastly Gorge - a beautiful, challenging trek with spectacular old growth forest and waterfalls. Ends at the top of the mountain.
Length: 1.5km one way
Time: Approx. 45 minutes
All-day foot passengers (per person): $25.00
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Let’s share in the beauty of the Wentworth Valley.
Wentworth would like to acknowledge the continued support of the Wentworth Valley Trails Association (WVT). The WVTA is currently upgrading their hiking trail signage system.