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The Shiktehawk Walking Trail was developed in 1997 as a project under the Rural Experience Program. It provides Florenceville-Bristol area residents, as well as visitors, with a year-round outdoor experience. Many trail enthusiasts walk or hike the trail during spring, summer and fall and snowshoe through the winter months.
The Mailseet and MicMac Indians were among the first settlers to this area. Indian lore suggests that the stream was named after a battle between the two tribes. The chief of the Mailseet tribe, being the winner of the battle, called the stream “Shiktehawk”. In native tongue this means “where he killed him.”
The two km trail winds along the Shiktehawk stream and is kept free of fallen trees and low branches. Steps and handrails are placed in steeper areas and low log bridges cross tributary brooks and bog areas. Many species of trees and plants as well as a variety of animals abound along the trail making it a nature-lovers paradise. Various signs designate the trees that are native to this area.
A covered picnic table is provided at the trailhead. Everyone is encouraged to use it and the trail. Remember “if you pack it in, pack it out.”
The Sentier NB Trail/Trans Canada Trail also passes through the Village of Bristol on the abandoned Canadian Pacific rail line and is a perfect trail for any type of recreational user. It's gentle grades and multiple access points allow you to tailor your outdoor adventure, whether it be a short walk or a pleasant bicycle ride. The majestic Saint John River provides the backdrop as this trail winds along its' gentle banks and through Florenceville-Bristol.
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