<img height="1" width="1" src="https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=379594912544969&amp;ev=PageView &amp;noscript=1"> East Coast Trail Association

Welcome to the East Coast Trail

Explore 25 wilderness paths along North America's easternmost coastline.

The East Coast Trail unites genuine wilderness hiking with richly historic communities from Topsail Beach, to Cape St. Francis, to Cappahayden. There are over 336 kilometers of trail to explore. 

The paths of the East Coast Trail take you past towering cliffs and headlands, sea stacks, deep fjords, and a natural wave-driven geyser called the Spout. Experience abandoned settlements, lighthouses, ecological reserves, seabird colonies, whales, icebergs, the world's southernmost caribou herd, historic sites, a 50-metre suspension bridge, two active archaeological dig sites, and many more attractions.

Trail Signage

News

Updates about the East Coast Trail and East Coast Trail Association

COVID-19

COVID-19

Our response to COVID-19.

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Support the Trail

Volunteer, register for the annual community hike, become a member, become a supporter.

Wildlife on the East Coast Trail

Wildlife on the Trail

Discover the wildlife you might encounter while hiking the East Coast Trail.

Events and Things To Do

Join a guided hike, or get involved in trail protection.

Trail Shop

Maps and more are available through the East Coast Trail Shop.

Every purchase supports the East Coast Trail.

Visit the Trail Shop