riding the blueberry express

I've been doing a lot of trail riding on my mountain bike the past two years, but every new (to me) trail is still a thrill. Today Doug and I rode the full 14.5 km length of the Musquodoboit Rail Trail, and the views were stunning. It might be my favourite ride yet.

The Rail Trail began life as a CNR branch line in 1916. The tracks were scrapped in the 1980s.

Bayer Lake

The Musquodoboit Trailways Association website says "According to local stories, the line was affectionately named the 'Blueberry Express' by passengers, because the train was so slow that travelers aboard could get out, pick blueberries along the way, and hop back on!"

Kelly's Meadow

Kelly's Meadow Bridge

There are a few picnic tables along the trail... This one was the site for our lunch break.

It featured a park bench...

with a lovely view of the Musquodoboit River.

Then it was back to the trail...

with its helpful signage.

I get excited when I read about the panoramic views afforded by the various hiking trails that connect to the rail trail. Check out the location of that look-off! I am definitely going back. Anyone up for a steep 4-hour hike?