Troy: Coastal Trails and Hotels
Accommodation in Troy
When looking for a hotel in Troy, the coastal trails, water views, and local history can provide a thematic framework for choosing a destination. The Celtic Shores Coastal Trail is part of the Trans Canada Trail and the provincial Blue Route cycling network.
Routes and Orientation
These two affiliations place the trail within both a broader regional trail network and the province’s cycling network. The Ceilidh Coastal Trail is 22 km long and runs from the Canso Canal to Chisholm’s Brook near Long Point.
Near Troy, the Canso Canal connects Chedabucto Bay with the Northumberland Strait. The Ceilidh Coastal Trail begins at the Canso Canal.
Coastal Landscapes and Nature Watching
A 2 km section of the Ceilidh Coastal Trail, which is covered by the tide, has the Strait of Canso on one side. On the inland side of this same section is Long Pond. This contrast provides a sense of place between the strait and the inland body of water.
The Troy Station starting point on the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail offers a rest stop with a view over St. George’s Bay.
The expansive coastal views along the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail offer seasonal opportunities to look for bald eagles. The chance to spot pilot whales there is also seasonal.
History and Culture Along the Trail
Community kiosks and information panels along the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail offer insights into local history, the environment, and culture. These topics complement the coastal views with a cultural and historical perspective on the area. For your travel decision, routes, landscapes, and the information along the trail are therefore distinct considerations.
The Wider Area: Inverness County
In the broader destination of Inverness County, the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail is a 92 km multi-use trail that runs from Port Hastings to the community of Inverness. There are more than 30 starting points and access points along the trail. The Celtic Shores Coastal Trail is 92 km long in Inverness County; the Ceilidh Coastal Trail covers 22 km.
The Cabot Trail also runs along the west coast of Inverness County. The communities of Inverness County are connected by musical traditions. Inverness Beach, a 1.5 km sandy beach in the town of Inverness, is also in Inverness County. A boardwalk runs above the beach. The Deepdale Trestle is also located in Inverness County, along the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail. The former railway bridge is about 300 feet long and nearly 100 feet high.
Discover more destinations: Margaree Forks, Orangedale, Inverness, Judique, Craigmore, Port Hastings, Saint Joseph Du Moine, Petit Étang
For the broader travel overview: Inverness County.
