Biking
Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site
Cycling is a great way to explore Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site! Mountain bikes, fat bikes and pedal-assist e-bikes are welcome on the mixed-use trails. Rent bikes and helmets in advance from Whynot Adventure, The Keji Outfitters.
Fall, winter and spring
From November to Victoria Day weekend, most facilities and services are closed.
- Trails are open but not maintained or patrolled, and the floating bridge at Jakes Landing is removed for the season
- The campground and backcountry close for the season on October 31 – no overnight stays are permitted until spring 2026
Camping reservation launch dates
All camping reservations at Kejimkujik open on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 8 am (AT).
Reserve online | 1-877-RESERVE (737-3783) | Outside of North America: 519-826-5391
Fall, winter and spring conditions
Note that trails are open but not maintained or patrolled between November 1 and Victoria Day weekend.
You may encounter washed-out or flooded sections and/or downed trees.
Most facilities and services are closed at this time of year. More information
Emergencies: Call 911 and be prepared to wait for help to arrive.
On this page
- Map of places to ride your bike at Kejimkujik
- Frontcountry mixed-use trails
- Backcountry trail section
- Kejimkujik Seaside
- Mountain biking
- E-biking
- Bike rentals
- Bike repair stations
- Bike safety
- Bike etiquette
- Image gallery
Map of places to ride your bike at Kejimkujik
This trail map shows the locations of mixed-use trails and bicycle repair stations at Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site.
Frontcountry mixed-use trails
In the frontcountry, there are several trails to explore by bicycle. These trails are designated as mixed-use trails, meaning that both cyclists and pedestrians share the trail.
| Trail | Activity | Difficulty | Distance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 – Mill Falls Trail |   |
Easy | 2 km (return) | Linear |
| 2 – Beech Grove Trail | |
Moderate | 2.2 km | Loop |
| 3 – Flowing Waters Trail | |
Easy | 1 km | Loop |
| 9 – Peter Point Trail | |
Easy | 1.9 km (one way) | Linear |
| 10 – Mersey River Trail | |
Easy | 3.3 km (one way) | Linear |
| 11 – Slapfoot Trail | |
Easy | 3.7 km (one way) | Linear |
| 12 – Merrymakedge Trail | |
Easy | 2.7 km (one way) | Linear |
| 13 – Ukme'k Trail | |
Moderate | 6.3 km (one way) | Linear |
Trail descriptions
1 – Mill Falls Trail
This is a shared-use trail so please watch for hikers.
Start behind the Visitor Centre and walk downstream along the bank of the Mersey River.
Observe the sheer power of Mill Falls in the spring from the viewing area by the picnic shelter or stop in the summer for a cool spot to picnic.
Continue to the end of the trail to enjoy the quieter places in the river.
2 – Beech Grove Trail
This is a shared-use trail so please watch for hikers.
Drumlins are steep on one side and gently sloping on the other.
The top of this drumlin is clothed in beeches, bright green and full of warblers in the spring, soft brown and loaded with beechnuts in the fall.
3 – Flowing Waters Trail
This is a shared-use trail so please watch for hikers.
Listen to the Mersey River gurgling and splashing as you wander through a wetland and along a riverbank. Gateway to Ukme’k (#12).
9 – Peter Point Trail
This is a shared-use trail so please watch for hikers.
Birds love this area for its variety of habitats: red and sugar maple and hemlock.
People love this area for its secluded sandy point.
10 – Mersey River Trail
This is a shared-use trail so please watch for hikers.
Follow the river’s edge to see the Mersey in all its different moods.
From the trail’s parking and picnic area, head along the river, up into the darker woods, and back to quiet, still Mersey pools.
Listen to the swish of the lush grasses as you pass through.
11 – Slapfoot Trail
This is a busy shared-use trail so please watch for other trail users.
Access Slapfoot Trail from Meadow Beach, various points in Jeremy’s Bay Campground, Jim Charles Point, Jakes Landing or Merrymakedge.
Skirt the forested shoreline of Kejimkujik Lake, joining either the Mersey River Trail or continuing on to Jakes Landing.
The views of the lakeshore change with the season and the weather. Every turn brings something new.
The Slapfoot Trail continues at the far end of the Jakes Landing parking lot, climbing steeply through scattered granite boulders. This is a good place to watch for pileated woodpeckers.
Enveloped in trees, you’ll pass the viewing tower on your way to the picnic area and shelter at Merrymakedge P1. From here the trail follows the lakeshore, flat and easy, to the canteen and the beach at Merrymakedge P4.
12 – Merrymakedge Trail
Adventure awaits at Merrymakedge: Visit the encampment site, have a dip at the beach and treat yourself at Lakeview Café & Eatery.
Backcountry trail section
Only one section of the backcountry trail system is open to bicycles. You may ride in the southern part of Kejimkujik, following Peskowesk Road as far as Site 41 at Lucifee Brook. Parking is available at Eel Weir.
Please note:
- Biking is not permitted on other backcountry trails.
- Fire Tower Road is closed until further notice.
Kejimkujik Seaside
Biking — including fat bikes, e-bikes and mountain bikes — is not permitted on trails at Kejimkujik Seaside.
The trails at Kejimkujik Seaside are for hiking only.
Mountain biking
Kejimkujik’s newest trail, Ukme’k, is ready to welcome you with its twists, turns and a variety of technical features. There’s a challenge for everyone on this trail.
Some technical features along the Ukme’k Trail require additional skill to negotiate. Watch for signs indicating you are approaching a trail feature and ride to your ability.
E-biking
E-bikes
E-bikes are only permitted on roads. E-bikes are not permitted on trails at Kejimkujik — except for pedal-assist e-bikes.
Pedal-assist e-bikes
Pedal-assist e-bikes are permitted on the mixed-use trails at Kejimkujik.
Parks Canada defines pedal-assist e-bikes as:
- steered with handlebars and equipped with pedals
- designed to travel on no more than three wheels in contact with the ground
- capable of being propelled by muscular power only
- equipped with one or more electric motors that:
- have a total power output of 500 W or less
- immediately cease power assistance when pedalling stops
- do not assist once the bike reaches 32 km/h on level ground
- equipped with a safety mechanism that prevents motor engagement before reaching 3 km/h
Bike rentals
Rent bikes and helmets in advance from Whynot Adventure, The Keji Outfitters.
Make a reservation online and pick up at Jakes Landing at Kejimkujik. Online reservations 24 hours in advance are recommended: whynotadventure.ca.
Bike repair stations
There are two “Dero Fixit Plus” bicycle repair stations available for use in Kejimkujik. The bike repair stations are free to use and include all the tools necessary to perform basic bicycle repairs and maintenance, from changing a flat tire to adjusting brakes and derailleurs.
Locations:
- Ukme'k trailhead at Mill Falls
- Mersey River trailhead
Tools include:
- Tire pump that accommodates both Presta and Schrader valves
- Phillips and flathead screwdrivers
- 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8mm Allen wrenches
- 8, 9, 10, 11, 15, 32mm box wrenches
- T25 Torx wrench
- 2 tire levers
Bike etiquette
All bike trails at Kejimkujik are shared use—expect to encounter hikers and other cyclists
- be courteous—use your voice or a bell to alert others when passing
- ride in control and be ready to stop at any time
- keep to the right; pass others on the left
- yield appropriately—downhill riders should yield to uphill riders
Help preserve trail quality
- avoid riding during extreme conditions (wet, muddy, or very dry), which can damage trails
- avoid skidding by braking gently
- ride over obstacles, not around them
- walk your bike if obstacles exceed your skill level
Be courteous in campground
Stay to the right and allow vehicles to pass by moving to the side of the road.
Bike safety
You are responsible for your own safety
Ride within your limits — stay alert at all times.
Travel with others and stay together.
Ride only on designated trails
Know where biking is permitted in the frontcountry and backcountry. Riding on non-designated or closed trails, building new trails or riding off-trail harms wildlife and damages soil and vegetation. These actions are illegal and may result in charges under the Canada National Parks Act.
Stay on trails and behind fences. Follow posted instructions.
E-bikes are only permitted on roads — except for pedal-assist e-bikes
More information about e-bikes and pedal-assist e-bikes
Follow traffic rules
Obey all traffic rules when riding on roads.
Wearing a helmet is required by law in Nova Scotia.
Use hand signals at intersections.
Stay within posted speed limits.
Road closures, speed limits and traffic controls apply to cyclists.
Slow down and check both ways before crossing roads or when you arrive at an intersection.
Be visible at dawn, dusk, or night. Use a white front light, red rear and side reflectors, and consider wearing reflective clothing.
Be prepared for breakdowns or accidents
Know how to repair your bike and carry the necessary tools and parts. “Dero Fixit Plus” Bike repair stations are available at the Mill Falls Trailhead and the Mersey River Trailhead.
Plan ahead
Always let someone know your route and expected return time. Contact this person when you have completed your trip.
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What to bring
Wearing a helmet is required by law in Nova Scotia.
Avoid wearing earbuds — stay aware of your surroundings.
Dress for comfort and safety. Wear layers to adapt to changing weather.
Bring snacks and enough water, even for short rides. Tap water at Kejimkujik is safe to drink, unless otherwise noted.
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