Parks Canada in Atlantic Canada at a Glance

ATLANTIC CANADA

Prince Edward Island National Park

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NATIONAL 10 46 HISTORIC NATIONAL SITES PARKS

HIGHEST TIDES ONLY AUTHENTICATED IN THE VIKING SETTLEMENT IN NORTH AMERICA WORLD Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site

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Kouchibouguac National Park

Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site WELCOME! TABLE OF CONTENTS Dive into a journey of discovery across Atlantic Canada taking in food, festivals, fascinating history and fabulous 2 7-Day itinerary nature along the way.

4 3-Day getaway Come for a day trip, or take a look at our itineraries and 5 Conserving for the future book a vacation to remember. 6 Stay overnight Learn more about how we’re working hard to ﬁght 8 Staff favourites climate change and discover how you can become a ‘citizen scientist’ and help protect biodiversity. Maps and directories 10 Newfoundland and Labrador Memories await. 13 New Brunswick 16 Prince Edward Island 18 Nova Scotia 1

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FROM MONCTON, ST. ANDREWS TO AULAC

ROUNDTRIP Fundy National Park 700 km

LOCATIONS Fundy National Park DAY 1 St. Andrews Blockhouse, Carleton Martello Tower, FUNDY Monument-Lefebvre and Fort Beauséjour—Fort 85 km from Moncton Cumberland National Historic Sites Let the sweet smell of the Acadian Forest welcome you as you roll into this UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Set up camp along Wolfe Lake where you can jump in, cool down and splash around. Rent something to paddle or bring your own and play at your leisure on Bennett Lake.

Ôasis, Lakeview campground

Monument- DAY 2 Lefebvre Moncton ST. ANDREWS BLOCKHOUSE NBNB Day 6 St. Andrews, 210 km from Fundy Aulac Take your picnic lunch to a new low: low tide! Stroll along the bottom of the mystical Atlantic Ocean. Next, step back in time to 1812 and walk into a ‘soldier’s life’ in the Blockhouse. Carleton Martello Tower CARLETON MARTELLO TOWER Day 2 Day 6, 7 Saint John, 100 km from St. Andrews St. Andrews Fort Beauséjour— Discover the Sentinel of Saint John with a lively video and interactive exhibit. Fort Cumberland Picnic and play lawn games or ﬁnd ﬁne dining in Uptown Saint John. Linger Fundy and soak in a picturesque sunset ocean view! Days 1 to 5 Ôasis, Day 2 Lakeview campground Saint John St. Andrews Blockhouse NSNS 2

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DAY 3 DAY 6 FUNDY MONUMENT-LEFEBVRE Start your day the tranquil way with yoga—the Chignecto pavilion provides Memramcook, 100 km from Fundy communal space rain or shine. Grab a bike rental and hit the trails for family- Journey into Acadia and gain a deeper understanding of a proud, passionate friendly routes, exciting ravine rides or practice on the pumptrack. Stargaze people. Uncover their tumultuous history and vibrant resurgence through like never before in this awe-inspiring Dark-Sky Preserve. exhibit, film or guided tour. Wander walking paths and scenic marshlands oTENTik, and spot traditional Acadian aboiteaux. Chignecto campground FORT BEAUSÉJOUR —FORT CUMBERLAND Aulac, 35 km from Monument-Lefebvre DAY 4 Take advantage of the broad grassy slopes and fly colourful kites. Watch the Hike out and rejuvenate at the base of one of the park’s several spectacular sun go down over the historic Tantramar wetlands and the Bay of Fundy. waterfalls! Cool off at the beach or soak your feet in pools of crystal-clear Camp under the stars and experience history within the fort walls in an 18th water. Up for adventure? Paddle the coast along rusty red cliffs worn by giant century-style tent. tides, guided or solo. 18th-century equipped camping, Rustic cabin, Fort Beauséjour—Fort Cumberland Hastings Road DAY 7 DAY 5 Discover the historic ruins and the past of this star-shaped fort. Download What relaxes you? Take to the golf green, go fishing, putter the beach, play at the Guided Tour App before you visit and let this ‘perfect companion’ show the park or stroll through town. Water babies can choose from rivers, lakes, you the site! Find the iconic Parks Canada red chairs and #ShareTheChair. the ocean or a heated saltwater pool with an ocean view. Take part in some Maritime fun with music, festivals and events. Bringing the kids? They’ll love patrolling the casemates and battlefields dressed as soldiers. Let them run, have fun and become official Parks Yurt, Canada Xplorers! Headquarters campground Return to Moncton, 55 km

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ITINERARY DAY 1 CAPE SPEAR LIGHTHOUSE 16 km from St. John’s FROM ST. JOHN’S TO TERRA NOVA Get up with the early bird for a short, scenic drive to Cape Spear to see the ROUNDTRIP sunrise. Witness the instant the sun ﬁrst touches North America, a stunning 610 km moment you won’t get anywhere else. Breathe in the fresh air from the Atlantic Ocean and marvel at the whales, seabirds and icebergs. Witness the th LOCATIONS life of a 19 century lighthouse keeper and their family before continuing on Terra Nova National Park your journey. Cape Spear Lighthouse, Signal Hill and Hawthorne Cottage National Historic Sites SIGNAL HILL St. John’s, 20 km from Cape Spear Be part of history by ﬁring the Noon Day Gun at Signal Hill! After lunch, hit the road and head for Canada’s most easterly national park, Terra Nova. Take advantage of this magical place where the land and sea compete for your attention.

Day 1, 2, 3 oTENTik, Newman Sound campground, Glovertown Terra Nova Terra Nova, 260 km from Signal Hill DAY 2 DAY 3 TERRA NOVA HAWTHORNE COTTAGE Whether you want something Brigus, 220 km from Malady NLNL exciting or relaxing, Terra Nova Head campground has it! Catch the water taxi to Hike the Ocre Hill loop before Minchin Cove for a challenging bidding farewell to the park for St. hike and spectacular view from Hawthorne John’s. Take a short detour to the Cottage Mount Stamford or bring a picnic Signal Hill charming village of Brigus and visit to Sandy Pond for some swimming Day 3 Hawthorne Cottage, the historic Day 1 and canoeing. In the evening, family home of the famous Arctic Cape Spear borrow a Dark-Sky Kit to enjoy explorer Bob Bartlett. Lighthouse Newfoundland’s only Dark-Sky Preserve. Return to St. John’s, 75 km St. John’s oTENTik, Malady Head campground 4

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THE CHALLENGE THE RESULT? How can we protect our coastal New knowledge has provided heritage from the effects of a backbone for ﬂood protection climate change? projects like the quay wall and the two stone groynes at Barrier Beach. Coastal erosion puts our cultural treasures and important archaeology, like the 18th-century burial grounds at the Fortress of Louisbourg, at risk.

A STEP IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION Routine shoreline monitoring and partnered initiatives help scientists protect valuable cultural resources.

GET INVOLVED NOW IT’S YOUR TURN

SWIM WITH SALMON Join Parks Canada biologists as they track the population of endangered inner Bay of Fundy Atlantic Salmon by conducting snorkel surveys. This unique, day-long, backcountry expedition involves a training session and snorkelling alongside park biologists to help monitor endangered Atlantic salmon. Fundy National Park p. 14

HELP RECOVER A FOREST Want to leave a positive impact on forest health in Terra Nova? Get involved and volunteer with our Resource Conservation team during your next visit. Terra Nova National Park p. 11

TAKE PART IN THE GONE CRABBIN’ EXPERIENCE Up for a salty adventure in a protected coastal estuary? Take part in this exclusive coastal adventure and help protect native species from the invasive European Green Crab. Kejimkujik National Park Seaside p. 19 5

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TENT AND RV CAMPING Stay close to nature at one of our wonderful campsites – at your preferred STAYING comfort level. Available in Gros Morne, Terra Nova, Kouchibouguac, Fundy, Prince Edward Island and Cape Breton Highlands National Parks; and Kejimkujik National Park and THE NIGHT? National Historic Site. WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED

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BACKCOUNTRY CAMPING The ultimate overnight adventure: just you, your tent and the great outdoors – far from the beaten path. Available in Gros Morne, Terra Nova, Kouchibouguac, Fundy and Cape Breton Highlands National Parks; and Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site.

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Trim Box = 8.25 x 10.25 in oTENTik The perfect mix of tent and A-frame cabin comes together in our oTENTik with its raised ﬂoors and cosy beds; great for campers who want a little extra comfort in the wild. FROM Available in Gros Morne, Terra Nova, Kouchibouguac, Fundy, Prince Edward Island and Cape Breton Highlands National Parks; Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic $92 Site; and Grand-Pré National Historic Site. PER NIGHT

YURT Live life without corners in a circular yurt! This traditional dwelling of Central Asian nomads is just right for a night of camping with a dash of homelike comfort.

FROM Available in Fundy National Park; and Kejimkujik National Park $71.55 and National Historic Site. PER NIGHT

CABIN Cottage life at its best with a rustic home-away-from-home in the woods. A hassle-free camping experience with a bit more privacy than the campground. Sweet dreams for happy campers. FROM Available in Gros Morne and Fundy National Parks; and Kejimkujik National Park $71.55 and National Historic Site. PER NIGHT

EQUIPPED CAMPING No gear? No problem! You can rent the whole kit and enjoy our equipped campsites, thanks to our partnership with MEC. Ideal for stress-free vacays! Available in Kouchibouguac and Cape Breton Highlands National Parks; Kejimkujik FROM National Park and National Historic Site; and Fortress of Louisbourg and Fort $71.55 Beauséjour—Fort Cumberland National Historic Sites. PER NIGHT

HISTORIC STAY Immerse yourself in one of Canada’s national treasures with a very special overnight stay in truly historic surroundings. Available in Fortress of Louisbourg and Fort Beauséjour—Fort Cumberland National Historic Sites. FROM $71.55 PER NIGHT

ÔASIS Spend the night under a natural canopy and fall asleep admiring the stars! This tear drop shaped accommodation has a bench that converts into a bed and a suspended hammock loft. Treat yourself to a drop of heaven for the night in a Dark-Sky Preserve. FROM Available in Fundy, Terra Nova and Kouchibouguac National Parks. $122.65 7 PER NIGHT © André Audet Photography

Trim Box = 8.25 x 10.25 in THE PAST BOOMS Signal Hill National Historic Site is a sight to behold, but getting to experience it as a solider of the Royal Newfoundland Companies in 1862 takes it to the next level. Firing a musket over the majestic St. John’s Narrows while wearing a historic Danni uniform—that’s Signal Hill at its best. Promotion Ofﬁcer

STAFF FAVOURITES Get the inside scoop on the DANCING STARS very best way to enjoy our My favourite things to do in Kouchibouguac National Park are parks and sites from Parks paddle boarding in the shallow lagoon pools, watching the sun bathe the white sandy dunes when it sets, and seeing the stars Canada pros! dance in the reﬂection of the water at night. At this Dark-Sky Samantha Preserve, you get a spectacular celestial show at the end of Promotion your epic day. It’s a very humbling experience. Ofﬁcer

LE SENTIER DU BANC Le nouveau sentier du Banc au parc national Forillon a tout pour plaire aux amateurs de courtes randonnées à pied ou à vélo. Ce parcours longe la mer avec les majestueuses falaises du bout du monde en arrière-plan. J’aime contempler le phare de Cap-des-Rosiers et la plage à partir de la tour 8 d’observation qui surplombe le marais salé et proﬁter d’un 8 pique-nique à la halte avec ma petite famille.

Trim Box = 8.25 x 10.25 in SUNDAY PICNICS Sundays are the best time to come to Green Gables Heritage Place. We put on an incredible Sunday picnic where visitors can learn to make ice cream, play games and participate in races with the characters of Avonlea and meet Kassandra our most famous resident, Anne Shirley! Interpretation Coordinator

HEMLOCKS AND HARDWOODS TRAIL The looming beauty of this trail will never lose its magic for me. Every time I visit Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site, I always make sure to carve out time to do this special trail. Over the years I keep coming back and every time my fondness Camila for the giant, shady trees grows even deeper. Human Resources

BELL’S INSPIRING VIEW Sitting in the red chairs on the roof top terrace, looking at the beautiful Bras d’Or Lake, and imagining Alexander Graham Bell enjoying the same view, being inspired but at the same time, ﬁnding his spirit soothed and calmed by Madeline the beauty and sereneness, allowing his mind to be open to Visitor Experience creativity and new ideas. Manager

MICA HILL TRAIL This trail takes you through all three forest types showcased in Cape Breton Highlands National Park, past a beautiful lake to 360° of panoramic views. The mica for which the destination is named glitters on the ground around you while quartz boulders Miranda glow white amid a riot of spring blooms or fall foliage. Interpretation 9 Coordinator

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Access for persons with reduced mobility Camping Interpretation Canoeing/Kayaking Mountain/Ice climbing Restaurant Recreational vehicle Cycling Motorboating Winter activities Gift shop oTENTik Mountain biking Fishing Dark-Sky Preserve

Picnic area/Shelter Historic stay Backpacking/Hiking Scuba diving Xplorers activities Playground Yurt Birdwatching Horseback riding Photo Missions app U.S.A. Wi-Fi (in certain areas only) Cabin Marine mammals Golﬁng Red chairs Equipment rental (varies by site) Equipped camping Beach Tennis Ôasis 10

Trim Box = 8.25 x 10.25 in 1 1 Torngat Mountains 2 Akami-Uapishku-KakKasuak- 3 Gros Morne Polar bears and caribou roam this ancient Inuit Mealy Mountains (Park Reserve) A visual wonder of fjords, mountains, forests, homeland. A protected area covering 10 700 km2 of barren cliffs and coastlines. DON’T MISS mountain tundra, marine coasts, boreal forests, DON’T MISS - Hike across tundra, on the lookout for caribou islands, and rivers that holds great cultural - Walk upon the Earth’s mantle – normally found Nain NEWFOUNDLAND and bears. signiﬁcance for the Innu, Inuit and others. far below the earth’s crust. AND LABRADOR Potential visitors should be aware that 2 - Enjoy the company of local Inuit over fresh Arctic - Cruise the fjord along the base of the sheer cliff char lunch and a welcoming cup of tea. infrastructure and services are minimal, including walls where waterfalls tumble. search and rescue capabilities. In collaboration

510 with Indigenous partners and others in the Nain | 709-922-1290 tourism sector, Parks Canada will work to create 7 parkscanada.gc.ca/torngat these experiences and services. Happy Valley- 5 St. Anthony [email protected] Rocky Harbour | 709-458-2417 Goose Bay | 709-896-2394 | 709-458-2417 parkscanada.gc.ca/grosmorne 500 Goose Bay parkscanada.gc.ca/mealy | @ParksCanadaNL @ParksCanadaNL | #GrosMorneNP 8 [email protected] 6 4 St. John’s Gander 10 11 12 3 Labrador City Deer Lake 1 9

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St. Lawrence River Atlantic Ocean 4 Terra Nova 5 Red Bay 6 Port au Choix A wonderland of boreal forests and remote A major commercial whaling port established by Home to Indigenous peoples over the past 6 000 shorelines that will awaken your sense of Basque whalers in the 16th century. years who were drawn to the area by the rich adventure. DON’T MISS marine resources. DON’T MISS - Listen to amazing tales of shipwrecks and DON’T MISS - Head off the beaten path; hike the trails and try adventure in Echoes from the Past. - Discover the seal industry with a unique culinary some backcountry camping. - Discover the most bizarre artifacts in Red Bay’s experience – Seal for All Seasons. - Visit Newman Sound Campground for fabulous Weird and Wonderful collection. - Observe rare and endangered wild ﬂowers family fun. Check out the outdoor theatre and in the rugged limestone barrens. the playground with a zipline, climbing wall, swings, and more! Red Bay | 709-920-2051 709-458-2417 (off-season) Port au Choix | 709-861-3522 parkscanada.gc.ca/redbay 709-458-2417 (off-season) @ParksCanadaNL | #RedBay parkscanada.gc.ca/portauchoix [email protected] @ParksCanadaNL | #PAC U.S.A. [email protected] Glovertown | 280 km from St. John’s 709-533-2801 | parkscanada.gc.ca/terranova @ParksCanadaNL | #TerraNovaNP 1111

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Gulf of 7 L’Anse aux Meadows 8 Ryan Premises 9 Castle Hill St. Lawrence The ﬁrst known site established by the Norse Take in the sights, sounds, and smells of this Where European powers once battled for control in North America. unique collection of historic waterfront buildings. of a continent. DON’T MISS DON’T MISS DON’T MISS Atlantic Ocean - Take part in an evening of Viking myth - Visit the internationally-recognized - Take in captivating views and panoramic scenery. St. Lawrence River and storytelling at Sagas and Shadows. Cod, Seals and Survivors exhibit. - Stroll the fortiﬁcation remains dating back to the - Get in touch with your inner Viking at the - Explore Bonavista’s historic townscape and its 17th century. NEW BRUNSWICK th Viking Encampment. many 19 -century clapboard buildings. 16 13 P.E.I. Placentia | 709-227-2401 (June to Labour Day) L’Anse aux Meadows | 709-623-2608 Bonavista | 709-468-1600 (June to Labour Day) 709-772-4734 (off-season) 709-458-2417 (off-season) 709-772-4734 (off-season) parkscanada.gc.ca/castlehill | @ParksCanadaNL 11 parkscanada.gc.ca/meadows parkscanada.gc.ca/ryanpremises #CastleHillNHS @ParksCanadaNL | #LAM @ParksCanadaNL | #RyanNHS 2 Moncton 2 NOVA SCOTIA QUEBEC 19 8 2 18

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10 Hawthorne Cottage 11 Signal Hill 12 Cape Spear Lighthouse U.S.A. Historic family home of world-renowned Arctic This stunning setting has hosted many The province’s oldest lighthouse at the most explorer Captain Bob Bartlett. exciting moments in military and easterly point in the country. DON’T MISS communications history. DON’T MISS - See exhibits and artifacts from Bartlett’s DON’T MISS - Try your hand at rope splicing and candle voyages while admiring this charming cottage - Be a part of history by ﬁring the Noon Day Gun. making. See what it was like to live in a in the picturesque town of Brigus. - Explore the Signal Hill Visitor Centre and lighthouse in the 1830s. discover the fascinating history of this iconic - Listen to our storytellers tell wild tales of landmark. adventure and mishaps. U.S.A. Brigus | 709-528-4004 (June-Sept) 709-772-4734 (off-season) parkscanada.gc.ca/hawthornecottage St. John’s | 709-772-5367 (June-Sept) St. John’s | 709-772-2191 (June-Sept) @ParksCanadaNL | #HawthorneNHS 709-772-0284 (off-season) 709-772-4734 (off-season) parkscanada.gc.ca/signalhill parkscanada.gc.ca/capespear @ParksCanadaNL | #SignalHillNHS @ParksCanadaNL | #CapeSpear

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SERVICES ACCOMMODATION ACTIVITIES U.S.A. Access for persons with reduced mobility Camping Interpretation Canoeing/Kayaking Mountain/Ice climbing Restaurant Recreational vehicle Cycling Motorboating Winter activities Gift shop oTENTik Mountain biking Fishing Dark-Sky Preserve

Picnic area/Shelter Historic stay Backpacking/Hiking Scuba diving Xplorers activities Playground Yurt Birdwatching Horseback riding Photo Missions app Wi-Fi (in certain areas only) Cabin Marine mammals Golﬁng Red chairs Equipment rental (varies by site) Equipped camping Beach Tennis Ôasis 13

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Trim Box = 8.25 x 10.25 in 13 Kouchibouguac 14 Fundy 15 St. Andrews Blockhouse Where Mi’kmaq and Acadian culture meet over Home of the highest tides in the world. The only remaining blockhouse in Canada built for dunes, estuaries and beaches. DON’T MISS the War of 1812. DON’T MISS - Cycle family-friendly forest trails or exciting DON’T MISS - Ride a bicycle along gentle trails and discover ravines for a challenge. - Explore the blockhouse interior. Climb the steep a diverse maritime environment. - Discover the Bay of Fundy, and explore the stairs to the second ﬂoor! - Mi’kmaw traditions come alive in an immersive, ocean ﬂoor! - Approach the cannon found just in front of the enlightening Wigwam gathering. blockhouse, standing guard!

St. Andrews – 135 km from Fredericton 506-529-4270 Alma – 75 km from Moncton parkscanada.gc.ca/standrewsblockhouse Kouchibouguac | 506-876-2443 506-887-6000 | parkscanada.gc.ca/fundy @NHSNB | #StAndrewsBlockhouse parkscanada.gc.ca/kouchibouguac @FundyNP | #Fundynationalpark @KouchibouguacNP | #Kouchibouguac

The Parks Canada App: 16 Boishébert and Beaubears Island 17 Carleton Martello Tower 18 Monument-Lefebvre Shipbuilding, J Leonard O’Brian Memorial A stone tower built to protect New Brunswick’s A tribute to the founder of the first French- your guide to a An Acadian refuge site and shipbuilding grounds largest and most important port. language college in Atlantic Canada. perfect visit! along the Miramichi River. DON’T MISS DON’T MISS DON’T MISS - Explore the interactive exhibits and watch - Tour the exhibit: Reflections of a Journey – • Plan with insider tips, personalized - Paddle a Voyageur Canoe on a heritage a short film about the tower! The Odyssey of the Acadian People. itineraries, packing lists and even recipes! waterway. - Walk the grounds and enjoy the panoramic - Shop in the biggest Acadian boutique and • Find locations where you can do your - Interact with historic characters who offer vista of both city and bay! bring home a tintamarre noisemaker. favourite activities spirited retellings of the Acadian Deportation. • Explore trail maps Saint John | 506-636-4011 Memramcook – 25 km from Moncton • Search for Learn-to Camp activities Miramichi – 150 km from Moncton parkscanada.gc.ca/carletonmartellotower 506-758-9808 | parkscanada.gc.ca/lefebvre and special events 506-622-8526 | parkscanada.gc.ca/beaubears @NHSNB | #CarletonMartelloTower @NHSNB | #MonumentLefebvre • Unlock fun photo features @NHSNB | #BeaubearsIsland

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19 Fort Beauséjour— Fort Cumberland Where the future of Acadie and North America hung in the balance. DON’T MISS - Keep the kids busy and happy with fun Xplorers activities. - Take in the scenery or see how many bird species you can spot.

Aulac – 60 km from Moncton 506-364-5080 | parkscanada.gc.ca/beausejour @NHSNB | #FortBeausejour

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Gulf of 20 Prince Edward Island 21 Skmaqn—Port-la-Joye—Fort 22 Province House St. Lawrence Cliff and dune-lined beaches, woodlands and Amherst The birthplace of Confederation and the seat wetlands rich with wildlife. Entry point for European settlers going to Île of the provincial legislature since 1847. DON’T MISS Saint-Jean to embark on a new life. The site is currently closed for conservation work. PRINCE EDWARD - Join us at Stanhope Beach for an entirely DON’T MISS Visitors are encouraged to seek out the Province ISLAND accessible beach experience! - Enjoy a peaceful escape with a breathtaking House Virtual Reality experience and to visit The - Drop by the Beach Hut for interactive activities, view of the Charlottetown Harbour. Story of Confederation exhibit next door at including a touch tank and nature demonstrations. - Explore 5 km of trails; a network that Confederation Centre of the Arts to ﬁnd the replica crisscrosses the historic grounds. of the Confederation Chamber and the ﬁlm, A Building of Destiny.

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23 Green Gables Heritage Place The farmstead that inspired author Lucy Maud Montgomery. DON’T MISS - Meet Anne Shirley herself, from Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables. - Tour Green Gables House and stroll on trails nearby.

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24 Kejimkujik 25 Kejimkujik Seaside 26 Cape Breton Highlands A rare refuge for old growth Acadian forests, Pristine white sand beaches and astounding A world-famous Cabot Trail destination, where the QUEBEC Gulf of 26 rooted in Mi’kmaw culture. turquoise waters. mountains meet the sea. 34 St. Lawrence River St. Lawrence Sydney DON’T MISS DON’T MISS DON’T MISS - Discover a cultural landscape and one of the - Hike among the wildﬂowers along a coastal - Learn-to-Lobster Boil while you cook and crack 32 35 largest collections of petroglyphs (rock carvings) paradise trail. fresh lobster on the beach. Atlantic Ocean in North America. - Seek out seals basking on rocks and piping - Enjoy the Skyline Sunset Hike or explore under the 36 - Take to the water and hear captivating stories plovers wandering the shore. cover of night during one of the nocturnal walks. P.E.I. on one of our guided paddle excursions. 33 Port Joli – 170 km from Halifax 902-682-2772 | parkscanada.gc.ca/keji 104 NOVA SCOTIA NEW BRUNSWICK 104 @ParksCanada_NS | #Kejimkujik Ingonish Beach | 902-224-2306 37 Maitland Bridge – 165 km from Halifax parkscanada.gc.ca/capebreton 102 902-682-2772 | parkscanada.gc.ca/keji @ParksCanada_NS | #CapeBretonHighlandsNP @ParksCanada_NS | #Kejimkujik 29 30 Halifax 31 28 27

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27 Port-Royal 28 Fort Anne 29 Grand-Pré One of the earliest French settlements in North Canada’s ﬁrst national historic site, located within Once the epicentre of Acadian culture, now a America, re-built to resemble its days in 1605. the heritage town of Annapolis Royal. memorial to a tragic upheaval. DON’T MISS DON’T MISS DON’T MISS - Step into a wigwam and immerse yourself in - Enjoy a behind-the-scenes discovery on - Enter the hull of a Deportation Ship to watch Mi’kmaw tales, songs and legends. a White Glove Tour. an exhilarating multimedia show. - Talk with costumed interpreters and discover - Walk the early 1700’s earthen fortiﬁcations with - Uncover the stunning landscape of a UNESCO life in the 17th century. a knowledgeable Parks Canada guide. World Heritage Site.

Port Royal – 205 km from Halifax Annapolis Royal – 195 km from Halifax Grand Pré – 85 km from Halifax 902-532-2898 | parkscanada.gc.ca/portroyal 902-532-2397 | parkscanada.gc.ca/fortanne 902-542-3631 | parkscanada.gc.ca/grandpre @ParksCanada_NS | #PortRoyal @ParksCanada_NS | #FortAnne @ParksCanada_NS | #GrandPre

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Trim Box = 8.25 x 10.25 in 30 Fort Edward 31 Halifax Citadel 32 Alexander Graham Bell North America’s oldest blockhouse. A strategic hilltop fort with a commanding view Site of a world-famous inventor whose genius DON’T MISS of the Halifax harbour. helped shape the modern world. - Enjoy a picnic lunch and dazzling views DON’T MISS DON’T MISS of the river valley below. - Take your turn as a 78th Highlander, firing - Hold history in your hands on a behind- - Step inside the blockhouse and spot soldiers’ an authentic Snider-Enfield rifle! the-scenes White Glove Tour. graffiti scratched into the walls. - Don’t miss the noon cannon – one of the world’s - Race Bell’s HD-4 and its world speed record oldest cannon traditions! with a virtual reality experience.

Discover Parks Canada! 33 34 35 Canso Islands and Marconi Fortress of Louisbourg Your Discovery Pass provides Grassy Island Fort Where Marconi transmitted the first wireless North America’s largest historic reconstruction. admission for a full year to Once renowned for its military importance and message across the Atlantic. DON’T MISS Parks Canada places from productive fisheries. DON’T MISS - Taste Fortress™ Rum with the program Rum: coast to coast to coast. DON’T MISS - Walk the site and see traces of where Marconi The Spirit of Louisbourg. - See full-scale dioramas and a short film at the made global communications history. - Discover a part of the rich Mi’kmaw heritage of Start planning your adventure! Canso Islands’ Visitor Centre. - See a model of the original station and tap out Unama’ki (Cape Breton Island). - Board the boat to Grassy Island and explore the a Morse code message. ruins of a battle-ravaged earthen fort. Louisbourg | 902-733-3552 parkscanada.gc.ca/louisbourg Glace Bay | 902-295-2069 Adult (Ages 18 to 64) $69.19 Canso | 902-295-2069 parkscanada.gc.ca/marconi @ParksCanada_NS | #FortressOfLouisbourg parkscanada.gc.ca/cansoislands @ParksCanada_NS | #MarconiNHS Senior (Ages 65+) $59.17 @ParksCanada_NS | #CansoIslands Youth (Ages 0 to 17) FREE

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Trim Box = 8.25 x 10.25 in 36 St. Peters Canal 37 Sable Island (Park Reserve) Historic gateway connecting the Atlantic to an A distant sandbar in the North Atlancic Ocean. A inland sea: the Bras d’Or Lake. home to wild horses, rare birds, and basking grey DON’T MISS seals. This remote national park reserve is a legacy - Set sail, paddle or watch boats navigate through of shipwrecks and lifesaving stations. the intricate locks. Sable Island, Nova Scotia | 902-426-1500 - Enjoy picnicking, ﬁshing or reading the outdoor parkscanada.gc.ca/sable exhibits at this 800-metre long canal. @ParksCanada_NS | #SableIsland

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