Driving Routes and Hiking Trails

Hiking, biking, and horseback riding routes make inland exploring a breeze; kayak and canoe routes let you splash out with ease; and there are snowmobile and cross-country skiing options, too. The province's trail site (www.trails.gov.ns.ca) will put you on the right path.

Motorists can sample Nova Scotia's sensational scenery by following any of the province's 11 Scenic Travelways. There are five in Cape Breton and six on the mainland, all clearly identified by roadside signs with icons that correspond to route names. Nova Scotia Tourism's encyclopedic Doers and Dreamers Guide has the lowdown (902/425-5781 or 800/565-0000 www.novascotia.com).