Carriage Road
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Quick Facts
| Difficulty | easy |
| Trail Type | linear |
| Distance | 1 km |
| Estimated Time | 30 mins |
| Surface Type | gravel |
| Elevation Change | 55 metres |
| Features | forest, wetlands |
| Trail Markers | signs |
| Scenery Rating | beautiful |
| Maintenance Rating | well maintained |
| Cell Reception | strong |
| Dog Friendly | on a leash |
| Fees | none |
Description
From the Trans Canada Trail to the northeast, the Carriage Road Trail starts by going under a large powerline. When I was there last there was a large Osprey on its nest on top of one of the power poles. Down in the valley to left there is a grassy wetland. On the other side of the powerline right-of-way the trail enters the woods and begins its steady climb. Near the top of the hill make sure you turn around to get a view of the city.
At the top of the hill the trail passes by the Pugsley Trail and then the Bypass Trail on the left, while passing a few rocky outcrops on the right. The trail eventually comes to a large intersection with the Zoo Trail. Turning left will take you out to the Fisher Lake Road. Turning right will take you through the heart of the park all the way to the parking lot near what used to be the Cherry Brook Zoo.
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Directions
For directions to the park check out the Rockwood Park page.
The Carriage Road Trail can be accessed from the near where it passes under the powerlines, or from the Zoo Trail, Bypass Trail or Pugsley Trail on the other end.
Other Trails Nearby
For a full list of trails in the park go to the Park page.
Trail Last Hiked: July 14, 2021.
Page Last Updated: January 9, 2022.