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Hiking Trails
If you enjoy a little bit of hiking, then Elliston has you covered! Throughout the various trails and paths in our area many types of bird species can be encountered as well as whales just offshore. In certain places you can view the town from breath taking viewpoints, while other sections demonstrate no signs of civilization at all. The trails vary in length with the longest being 16.5 km.
The geology of the Elliston/Maberly area consists of 540-million-year-old Cambrian rock. Vast sections of the trails consist of heathland or barrens with various examples of plant species such as blackberry, blueberry, partridgeberry, bakeapple and others. In other areas balsam fir and spruce trees are quite visible.
Many trails also double as roads for all terrain vehicles (ATVs) that were first in use, at Elliston, in 1982/83, and this changed the way people went into the woods or countryside. These small vehicles made it possible to gain access to remote areas for hauling wood and picking berries. They also play an important part in big game hunting.
Maberly to Little Catalina Trail
Rating: Moderate/Difficult
Starting in the Maberly Loop, The "Maberly to Little Catalina Trail" provides one of the best hikes anywhere no matter which end you choose to start from. It is 16.5 km in length and contains many items of interest such as the breath-taking scenery including many types of berries along your path. If leaving from Maberly experience scenic Flower's Cove (25 minutes from start point), the site of many a "boil up." Likewise, if hiking from the Little Catalina, note the rocks just offshore at the beginning of the trail known as the "Shag Rocks." This is the site of the shipwreck of the Ella Rudolph. Roughly, at the midpoint, you will pass by the remains of Charlie’s Cove, a long-abandoned community. From either starting the point this trail contains magnificent scenery and is something that must be seen to be appreciated. There are trail markers situated along the way.
Klondike Trail
Rating: Easy/Moderate
The "Klondike Trail" located on the Northern section of town is well known and upgraded in 2013. This trail was regularly used years ago as a horse and cart trail, leading from Elliston to the community of Spillars Cove and on to Bonavista. This trail is about 5 km in length and provides a unique perspective on Elliston. However, the best view is in the Spillars Cove vicinity including a magnificent sea stack! This trail provides a scenic walk for the adventurer. There are trail markers situated along the way.
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