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3,789 ft
Distance
488 ft
Climb
-5 ft
Descent
580 ft
High Point
484 ft
Altitude change
95 ft
Altitude min
95 ft
Altitude start
581 ft
Altitude end
12.8%
Grade
-3.6%
Grade max
37.3%
Grade min
3,468 ft
Distance climb
236 ft
Distance down
Broad Cove Mountain Details
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Riding AreaCape Breton Highlands National Park
Ingonish, Nova Scotia -
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Local Popularity90 in Hiking [+]
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Hiking SAC ScaleT1 Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Physical RatingModerate
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Dogs AllowedYes
This switchback trail leads through a dense forest of softwood to the top of Broad Cove Mountain for exceptional views of the rocky Atlantic coast, with Middle Head and Cape Smokey in the distance. You climb 168 m over a distance of 1.6 km. Watch for moose along the way or eagles as they soar overhead. A bench at the top allows you to relax and enjoy the vistas below.
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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(46.715010, -60.370610)
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Nearby Trails
- Warren Lake Road 2,411 ft
- Mary Ann Falls Road 2,411 ft
- Broad Cove Campground Connector 3,110 ft
- Warren Lake Trail 1 mile
- Branch Pond Look-off 4 miles
Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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Frequently Asked Questions About Broad Cove Mountain
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Where is Broad Cove Mountain located?
Broad Cove Mountain is located in Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Ingonish, Nova Scotia, Canada. It is part of the Cape Breton Highlands National Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 46.71501, -60.37061.
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How hard is Broad Cove Mountain?
Broad Cove Mountain is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 12.8%.
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What is the elevation gain for Broad Cove Mountain?
Broad Cove Mountain has 488 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 5 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 95 ft to 580 ft.
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Is Broad Cove Mountain a point to point trail?
Broad Cove Mountain is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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