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These two waterfalls are close to each other and are among the must-see attractions of Victoria Park. It's best to visit after a period of rain to fully appreciate their power and beauty. The wooden walkways leading to them are also very pleasant.

Jacob's Ladder is a staircase with 175 steps, quite steep, hence its name. It allows you to wander through the spectacular gorge and appreciate it from different heights.

This informal viewpoint is an old, clear-cut area, and though it’s not an official platform, it offers a fantastic panoramic view of the surrounding terrain, where you can take in the breathtaking scenery of Cape Breton’s wooded hills and valleys. While the route continues further toward Terra Nova Road, this spot is definitely worth a pause to appreciate the beauty of the forested valley, especially in the fall when the leaves change colours.

The Devil’s Hill Falls Trail begins along New Boston Road near Albert Bridge, following the old Devil’s Hill Road through mixed forest. It’s a relatively easy walk with gentle elevation gain, ideal for casual hikers. The path is clear and well‑worn, leading quickly to the falls. Beyond the main waterfall, the old road continues deeper into the woods, where the trail opens up to beautiful views of the surrounding valley.

Devil’s Hill Falls is a beautiful three-tiered waterfall on Devil’s Hill Brook, dropping about 12.5 metres in total. The upper ledge plunges roughly 6 metres, followed by a cascade that leads to the lower falls, about 4.5 metres. The mossy rocks and the surrounding forest create a peaceful setting, and it is a great spot to pause and listen to the sound of the rushing water fill the valley.

The reservoir in Victoria Park sits in the upper woodland and once served as part of Truro’s early water supply system. Today it’s a peaceful forest pond surrounded by tall trees, with simple access points from the Reservoir Trail. The waterbody provides a quiet contrast to the gorge and waterfalls in the lower park and works as a natural landmark for walkers exploring the upper loops. It’s an easy stop on any longer outing through the park’s higher terrain.

Wrights Lake is a forest-rimmed lake in the Hammonds Plains area, bordered by quiet shoreline and woodland typical of the region. Access is through nearby backroads and informal paths, with open views available from small clearings along the water’s edge. The lake is calm and sheltered, making it a peaceful stop for walkers exploring the surrounding woods. It serves as a natural landmark in the area’s trail-and-backroad network.

Pockwock Falls is a small waterfall on Pockwock Brook near Hammonds Plains in Nova Scotia. The falls flow over a short rock ledge surrounded by mixed forest, and are reached by following informal paths that branch off nearby access roads. The approach is straightforward but involves natural terrain, roots, and uneven ground typical of local backwoods trails. It’s a quiet spot to pause along the brook, offering a modest cascade rather than a large drop, and is best visited during periods of higher water flow.