Trails

The Friends of Taylor Head Provincial Park deliver programs and events inside the park. We've been a non-profit society of dedicated volunteers since 2008. 

The trails near the parking lots and the beach are relatively smooth, with some surfacing. Some of these trails are boardwalks and others have relatively smooth gravel surface. Otherwise, most hiking trails are rough and can be challenging. 

Typically, on these trails, you will have to step over protruding rocks and tree roots, walk up and down steep rock steps, and tread through muddy wet patches. Conditions are often very slippery. Many people find a walking stick helpful on rough, slippery trails.

You’ll need sturdy footwear like walking shoes, sneakers, or boots. Street shoes or sandal-type footwear with open toes and heels are unsuitable for these rough hiking trails. If you have questions about the trails’ conditions, call us.

Most outings exceed three hours, so remember to bring drinking water, something to eat, and appropriate outdoor clothing.

Hiking times are approximate and do not include time to appreciate nature and views from look-offs.

Good to know

Tips for a safe trip

Beach Walk

Coastal Views

This trail traverses the sandy shores of the Psyche Cove Beach system

Interesting fact

Bird watchers should have lots to see

Good to know

2 km (1.2 mi.) Time: 45 mins.

Taylor Head Beach

Bob Bluff Trail

Coastal Views

Provides several enchanting vistas of Mushaboom Harbour and its many islands along the way.

Interesting Fact

The beach and sand dunes at Psyche Cove were formed by sand deposits from the erosion of glacial till and bedrock.

Good to know

3 km (1.8 mi.) Time: 1 hour

coastline at Friends of Taylor Head Provincial Park

Bull Beach Trail

Coastal Views

Backed by a spruce-fir forest.

Interesting Fact

The trail winds along the coast overlooking Mushaboom Harbour

Good to know

6 km (3.7 mi.) Time: 2 hours

Spry Bay Trail

Coastal Views

Magnificent views of Spry Bay and the rugged coastline.

Interesting Fact

Passes through a coastal forest, coastal barren, wave-swept boulder shores, coastal freshwater marsh and an inland barren.

Good to know

4 km (2.5 mi.) Time: 1.5 hours Moderately challenging

Headland Trail

Coastal Views

Rugged but rewarding!

Interesting Fact

Coastline trek to Taylor Head Point provides the maximum experience for the park

Good to know

8 km (5 mi.) Time: 2.5 hours Difficult trail

In case of an emergency, notify park staff or call 911. Taylor Head Provincial Park civic address is 20140 Hwy # 7. Park phone number is (902) 772-2218 (mid-May to mid-October).