About

Since new ownership in 2017, the Trail Shop has thrived to: ELEVATE LIFE'S ADVENTURES THROUGH AUTHENTIC EXPERIENCES by helping customers find items they love. 

We believe that NATURE is a gift to the mind, body and soul. It is essential to human health and has the power to shift your mood to a positive mindset

We believe that ADVENTURE fuels your soul. As humans we need to embrace new experiences.

We believe that continuing to GROW and learn new things by challenging your mind is essential to high performance. Growing your mind, body and spirit through listening, learning, and experiences with an open mind are important to fuel growth. 

The Trail Shop has been the Maritimes premier outdoor gear store since 1967. Now in its third location on Quinpool road, our customers find everything they need for outdoor excitement right here. We offer a large selection of equipment and clothing for camping and hiking, climbing, kayaking, running, skiing and many more outdoor activities. The exceptional customer service and care that The Trail Shop has been known for can now also be found in downtown Truro. Enjoy shopping our website or stop by for all of your outdoor needs. We are looking forward to making your outdoor shopping experience the best it can possibly be! www.trailshop.com.

Now with customized concierge shopping services we can have your items ready to try upon arrival or at the cash. Whether you want to be left alone to browse or have a full personalized experience you can let us know. Visit our website to download Checkmate Experience for the best possible in store adventure. 

Located on Quinpool Road in Halifax and on Inglis Place in Downtown Truro or 24/7

Our Core Values: The Compass That Guides Us

Connection

Our mission is to forge deep, meaningful connections - with you, our communities, and the great outdoors. Every interaction is an opportunity to share our passion and enrich your adventure.

Love

You, our adventurers, are at the heart of everything we do. Your stories and dreams fuel our commitment to providing gear and apparel that empower and inspire confidence in every step of your journey.

Adventure

The essence of The Trail Shop. We live for the promise of adventure, the rush of the unknown, and the joy of discovery. Our gear is curated to ensure that your soul's thirst for adventure is always quenched.

6120 Quinpool

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Mon - Sat: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Sunday: 12–4 p.m.

50 Granite Drive

Moncton, New Brunswick

Mon - Thurs: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Friday: 10 a.m.–7 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m.–4 p.m.

59 Inglis Place

Truro, Nova Scotia

Mon - Sat: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sunday: Closed

Take a quick tour inside our Truro location and explore the gear, brands, and spaces that make The Trail Shop a destination for outdoor living in Atlantic Canada. From trail-ready footwear and technical apparel to camping, travel, and everyday adventure essentials, our store is built to help you get outside — wherever you’re headed next.