Cranton Cottages
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Margaree Centre
Cranton Cottages is located 2.2 km (1.4 mi) off the Cabot Trail in the heart of the beautiful Margaree River Valley. We offer 6 full hou...
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Corney Brook Trail
Follow a meandering brook through a hardwood forest to a small waterfall that marks the end of the trail. You are actually in a box river canyon – there is only one way out! Keep a watch out for wildlife – a variety of birds, snowshoe hare or maybe even a moose. Local Acadians know this brook as “Rivière à Lazare”.
Trailhead: Across from the Corney Brook Campground
Significant Feature: Acadian forest river canyon, waterfalls
Length: 6.5 km (4 mi) return.
Hiking Time: 2 hours
Elevation: 30–170 m (100–560 ft.)
Suitable for most skill levels. Cliffs along river edge near beginning of trail.
Trail Rating: Easy
GPS Co-ordinates for Trailhead (in decimal degrees):
Lat: 46.725580 Long: -60.924757
Open from mid-May to mid-October. A park pass is required for hiking or use of other services in the park; park entry fee applies. Check in at the Parks Canada Visitor Centres in Chéticamp (16 Visitor Centre Rd., situated on the west side of the park) or in Ingonish (37637 Cabot Trail, on the east side of the park) to obtain passes, information on visitor safety and any other information you may need, including a trail location map.
For your comfort and safety:
– Do not approach, disturb or feed wild animals.
– Take along appropriate clothing – rapid weather changes often occur on the plateau or along the coast.
– Carry water with you, especially for longer trails, climbs or open barrens.
– Bring insect repellent as black flies and mosquitoes are common all summer.
– Mountain bikes are permitted only where indicated, for public safety and protection of the environment.
– Stay on boardwalks to protect fragile vegetation.
– Do not throw food or scraps along the trails or roads.
– Read “Keep it Wild, Keep it Safe” brochure, available at park visitor centres.
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