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Nova Scotia Provincial Parks Parks Guide 2021 –2022 KEY Table of Contents Campsites Welcome Message 1 Park Seasons 2 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded1 Open Reservations 3 Self-Registration Parks 4 Beach Access Look-off Fees 5 Rules and Regulations 6–7 Bicycles Parking Safe Stay and Emergency 8 Park Office/Information Boat Launch Amherst Shore 9 Bunk House Picnic Area Battery 10 Blomidon 11 Campground Host Picnic Shelter Boylston 12 Canoeing Playground Cape Chignecto 13–15 Caribou–Munroes Island 16 Change Room Program Area Dollar Lake 17–18 Cooking Shelter Registration Kiosk Ellenwood Lake 19 Cross-country Skiing Restrooms with showers Five Islands 20–21 Graves Island 22 Dishwashing Shelter Laurie 23 Drinking Water Snack Bar Mira River 24–25 Exhibit/Interpretation Snowshoeing Porters Lake 26 Rissers Beach 27–28 Facilities for the Disabled Swimming Salsman 29 Firepit Swimming (Supervised) Smileys 30 Firewood Telephone The Islands 31 Thomas Raddall 32 Fishing Trailer Dump Station Valleyview 33 Flush Toilets Vault Toilet Whycocomagh 34

Group Camping Walk-in Campsite Day Use Parks 35–41 Park Locator Map 42–43 Hiking Waste/Recycling Partnership Advertising 44–45 Kayaking Wilderness Cabin

Laundry Wildlife Viewing

Lighthouse Yurt

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Nova Scotia Provincial Parks Guide 2021-22 Department of Lands and Forestry, April 2021 Front cover location: Cape Split Provincial Park ISBN: 978-1-77448-184-4 Photo is used courtesy of: Communications Nova Scotia Welcome to Nova Scotia Parks

This guide is an overview of camping and day-use parks throughout Nova Scotia. Provincial parks provide access to some of the most beautiful parts of Nova Scotia. Our beaches, lakes, trails, and campgrounds will allow you to relax and enjoy nature.

As we begin the 2021 park operating season, we want to thank those who visited provincial parks in 2020. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we all adapt to new rules and changes to how our park facilities operate. Our COVID-19 measures worked well to keep our staff and park visitors safe. Despite a delayed opening, parks were popular destinations in 2020. We heard visitors felt a sense of normalcy while at our parks.

Going forward, please be aware that park operations will need to be flexible to change as Melmerby Beach Provincial Park guidance from public health changes. This could mean a reduction in services available at parks, campsite closures or other localized restrictions. Please visit our website for the most up-to-date information on COVID-19 impacts on parks: parks.novascotia.ca

The goal of Nova Scotia Provincial Parks is to sustain a diverse system of parks, beaches and trails that protect natural and cultural values while providing nature-based recreation experiences. We continue to modernize parks to ensure high quality and reliable services at parks. Completed infrastructure projects include: • mobility accessible, gender neutral washroom facility at The Islands • mobility accessible park office with a gender neutral washroom at Blomidon • mobility accessible gender neutral public washroom at Battery Park Office • accessible campsites and camper shelter at Amherst Shore • water system upgrades at Blomidon, Ellenwood Lake, Graves Island and Mira River • campsites upgraded with water and electrical service at Caribou-Munroes Island, Ellenwood Lake and Valleyview • accessible beach equipment (roll out boardwalk and chair) at Melmerby Beach • platform with change houses and vault toilet at Lawrencetown Beach

In 2021, we look forward to opening a new trail at Cape Split with multiple look-offs on the Scots Bay side. Parking capacity will be increased at Crystal Crescent.

This season we are conducting a visitor experience survey to better understand what attracts people to Nova Scotia Parks and how we can improve. See page 45 for more details on the survey and how to participate. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to see photos and stay engaged with what’s going on at parks. Enjoy the 2021 season.

parks.novascotia.ca 1 Park Seasons for 2021 Camping Parks

PARK TOURISM REGION DATE Amherst Shore ‡ Northumberland Shore June 4 – Oct 11 Battery ‡ Cape Breton Island June 4 – Oct 18 Blomidon ** Annapolis Valley May 21 – Oct 11 Boylston * Eastern Shore June 4 – Sept 13 Cape Chignecto Bay of Fundy May 21 – Oct 11 Caribou-Munroes Island ‡ Northumberland Shore June 4 – Oct 11 Dollar Lake Eastern Shore June 4 – Oct 11 Ellenwood Lake ** ‡ Yarmouth & Acadian Shores May 21 – Oct 11 Five Islands ‡ Bay of Fundy June 4 – Oct 11 Graves Island ‡ South Shore May 21 – Oct 11 Laurie * Halifax Metro June 4 – Sept 13 Mira River ‡ ** Cape Breton Island May 28 – Oct 18 Porters Lake * ‡ Eastern Shore May 21 – Oct 11 Rissers Beach ‡ South Shore May 21 – Oct 11 Salsman * Eastern Shore June 4 – Sept 13 Smileys * Bay of Fundy June 4 – Sept 20 The Islands * South Shore June 4 – Oct 11 Thomas Raddall South Shore May 21 – Oct 11 Valleyview ‡ Annapolis Valley June 4 – Oct 11 Whycocomagh * ‡ Cape Breton Island June 4 – Oct 18 *Self-registration park **Self-registration from Sept 7 to closing ‡Some sites have electrical hook-ups

Provincial Beaches with Lifeguard Supervision July 1 – August 29, 2021

The Nova Scotia Lifeguard Service provides lifeguard supervision at the seventeen SUPERVISED BEACH PARKS provincial beaches listed here. Lifeguards are on duty from 10 am – 6 pm daily in Bayfield Beach, Antigonish Co. July and August, except for at Clam Harbour and Mavillette Beach Bayswater Beach, Lunenburg Co. where supervision is provided on weekends only. At each location, Clam Harbour Beach, Halifax Co. the supervised swimming area is marked by red and yellow flags on either side of the beach. At coastal locations, the supervised area Dollar Lake Beach, Halifax Co. can be changed based on conditions. For up to date information, visit Dominion Beach, Cape Breton Co. the NS Lifeguard Service website: lifesavingsociety.ns.ca Heather Beach, Cumberland Co. Ellenwood Lake Beach, Yarmouth Co. Lawrencetown Beach, Halifax Co. Martinique Beach, Halifax Co. Mavillette Beach, Digby Co. Melmerby Beach, Pictou Co. Point Michaud Beach, Richmond Co. Pomquet Beach, Antigonish Co. Port Maitland Beach, Yarmouth Co. Queensland Beach, Halifax Co. Rainbow Haven Beach, Halifax Co. Dollar Lake Provincial Park Rissers Beach, Lunenburg Co.

2 parks.novascotia.ca Reservations

Making a reservation is easy. Reservations open April 6 and operate until park season ends in October.

• For 2021, campsite bookings are open to Nova Scotia residents and anyone from a jurisdiction (province or territory) that is not required by the Public Health Order to self-isolate upon arrival to Nova Scotia. • No self-isolation is to occur in Nova Scotia Provincial Parks. • Reservations are required in advance of arrival at a camping park. No drive-up bookings. • Please visit our website for more detailed information about reservation policies. • To make a reservation, visit parks.novascotia.ca to view park descriptions and site maps. Then book online using our secure internet reservation service. Or call 1-888-544-3434 from 9:00 am to 11:00 pm ADT (7 days a week) to speak to a reservation advisor. Service in French is available. • Payment of fees is required at the time of booking. • VISA, MasterCard and American Express are accepted for online and telephone reservations. Personal cheques and money orders are accepted for telephone reservations only. • A campsite can be reserved for a minimum of one night and a maximum of 14 nights. • Reservations can be made until 12:00 Midnight ADT on the day of your arrival but cannot be made on-site. • Reservations are held until 1:00 pm ADT the day following your scheduled arrival. • Reservations not claimed by this time will be considered a “no show” with a penalty of the first night’s camping fee being charged and the remaining reservation being cancelled. SUPERVISED BEACH PARKS • If you forfeit the first night of your reservation but wish to camp for the remaining period, Bayfield Beach, Antigonish Co. you must make a new reservation with the associated costs. The Department of Lands Bayswater Beach, Lunenburg Co. and Forestry will gladly refund the remainder of the “no show” reservation when you Clam Harbour Beach, Halifax Co. arrive at the park or you can request it by emailing [email protected] with your Dollar Lake Beach, Halifax Co. booking number, the park reserved and reservation dates. Dominion Beach, Cape Breton Co. Heather Beach, Cumberland Co. Special Events Ellenwood Lake Beach, Yarmouth Co. All requests for events will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Event organizers must Lawrencetown Beach, Halifax Co. submit a COVID-19 safety plan with their event application. Families or groups wishing Martinique Beach, Halifax Co. to hold events such as weddings, reunions, corporate events or picnics at day-use parks must contact the Parks Division at Mavillette Beach, Digby Co. Valleyview Provincial Park 1-866-230-1586. Events will not be Melmerby Beach, Pictou Co. permitted at provincial camping Point Michaud Beach, Richmond Co. parks in 2021. Pomquet Beach, Antigonish Co. Port Maitland Beach, Yarmouth Co. Queensland Beach, Halifax Co. Rainbow Haven Beach, Halifax Co. Rissers Beach, Lunenburg Co.

parks.novascotia.ca 3 Services Available at Park Offices and Self Registration Kiosks Arriving at the park Please bring your campsite reservation confirmation with you (electronic or print). Your campsite reservation confirmation acts as your campsite permit.

Check in is at 1:00 pm. When you arrive at the park with a reservation you can proceed directly to your campsite. All parks will be operating on auto-check-in, which means you do not need to stop at the park office to check-in.

Changing your reservation details Reservations may be modified or cancelled at any time prior to arrival and a fee will be charged. Call 1-888-544-3434 or go to parks.novascotia.ca to modify or cancel reservations. If you cancel before 1pm on the date of the reservation you are given a full refund (minus the booking fee and cancellation fee).

If you would like to make a change to your reservation after you have arrived at the park, please stop at the Park Office. Park Offices prefer to provide service to campers using the drive-up window where possible. Public access to Park Offices will be limited to allow one visitor inside at a time. Masks are required to be worn inside the park office.

At self registration parks, if you need to make a change to an existing reservation, please use your own mobile device (phone or tablet) to access the reservation service by phone or online. Call 1-888-544-3434 or go to parks.novascotia.ca. The reservation call centre is available between 9 am – 11 pm. The online reservation service is available 24/7.

Wood and Ice At full serve parks, wood and ice purchases can be made at the park office using credit, debit, or cash.

To purchase wood and ice at self registration parks, use the payment envelope at the Registration Kiosk and deposit it in the drop box.

Checkout for all parks is 1:00 pm. Please ensure your campsite is clean.

Mira River Provincial Park

4 parks.novascotia.ca Fees

All fees include applicable taxes. Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park Campsites (up to six people) 902-758-2040 | wildlifepark.novascotia.ca Unserviced $26.70 Please visit the wildlife park website for up-to-date information on (sites without electrical or water hook-ups) COVID-19 restrictions. Discover the wonder of Nature at the Serviced $35.60 Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park. Located in Shubenacadie at (sites with electrical/water or electrical only hook-up) Exit 11 off Hwy 102, follow signs to the parks entrance on Hwy 2. Each Additional Person (in excess of six) $2.35 Visit more than 55 species of wildlife and explore a restored wetland. Learn about conservation through interpretive programs and displays Additional Vehicle Parking (per day) $8.30 at the Wetland Interpretive Centre. Yurt (for up to four people; Whycocomagh) $59.95 Summer Season: Each Additional Person in a Yurt (in excess of four) $10.90 May 15 – October 15, 9 am–6 pm Bunkhouse/Cabin (Cape Chignecto) $59.40 Winter Season: Additional Person in Bunkhouse/Cabin $11.85 October 16 – May 14, Weekends Only, 9 am–3 pm Campsite at Cape Chignecto $26.70

Senior’s Discount (65 years & over) $2.35 Summer Season Admission* Daily Season Pass Veteran's Discount $2.35 Family $37.50 Reservation Fee $9.00 Adult $4.75 $16. Change/Cancel Reservation $7.00 Youth (6 – 17 yrs) $2. $5.50 Firestarters (available at select parks) $ .25 Children (5 & under) Free Free Firewood (per bundle) $5.00 * Fees are for summer season only. winter fees are less, please check Ice (per bag) $2.50 with the Wildlife Park website: wildlifepark.novascotia.ca

RV/Trailer Sewage Disposal (non-camper) $6.55 All taxes are included. Fees subject to change.

Cape Split Provincial Park

Drone use restricted in provincial parks

Recreational use of drones is prohibited within provincial parks Non-recreational users must apply for a Letter of Authority to for the following reasons: use a drone within a provincial park. Apply for a Letter of Authority • the safety of our Lands and Forestry helicopter pilots and crew (LOA) at a local Department of Lands and Forestry office to operate • the safety of park staff and park operations a drone for the following purposes: • public safety and privacy • commercial photography and videography • the protection of wildlife • monitoring for scientific research • training Technical terms for drones include: • marketing/promotions • Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems – RPAS • TV/film/commercial • Unmanned Aerial Vehicle – UAV • advertised events • other purposes at the discretion of the department

parks.novascotia.ca 5 To ensure everyone has a pleasant stay, please note the following Park Rules and Regulations:

COVID-19 safety measures are in place at all Provincial Parks. Please practice physical distancing throughout the park, wear masks in park facilities (park offices, washrooms), pay attention to signage and stay up-to-date on advice from public health. Do not visit parks if you are feeling unwell or are required to self-isolate by public health. Self-isolation cannot take place in provincial parks.

Alcohol and Cannabis-free Period restrooms with showers. If you choose No alcohol or cannabis are permitted to wash dishes at your campsite, please at camping parks from opening date dump the water at the dishwashing to Friday July 2, 2021. After this time, station; not at your campsite. For those alcohol and smoking (including cannabis) parks without a dishwashing station are permitted on rented campsites only. please dump the water at the restroom Changes to this policy may occur if toilets. Dishwashing is not permitted at local issues arise. Alcohol and smoking the restroom sinks or at the taps located (including cannabis) are not permitted in within the park. day-use parks. Dogs and Other Pets Camping Permits Pets are welcome when owners act • Campers must have a camping permit responsibly and follow the rules. and must camp in designated sites. • Dogs must be kept under control at • A camping permit is issued to an adult all times, on a leash no longer than (19 years and older) who is staying at 2.0 metres (6 feet), including at the campsite. swimming areas. • A person who is 16 to 18 years of • Owners must make sure that their age may hold a camping permit if dog does not make excessive noise or accompanied in the park by a person disturb other park users. 19 years of age or older who accepts • Owners must clean up their dog’s waste responsibility for the younger campers. and place it in a garbage container. In • A camping permit includes up to 6 the off-season, owners must remove people and one vehicle. Fees apply for their dog’s waste from the park. extra people, unless part of one family. • Dogs and other pets are not permitted • An extra vehicle needs a separate in public structures at the park or permit. in any area designated as pet free. Public structures include washrooms, • A camping permit may be issued for vault toilets, cooking shelters, change up to 14 nights at the same campsite. houses, and administrative and • A camping permit expires if a campsite program buildings. Service animals is unoccupied for 48 hours. are permitted in these areas.

Check Out Dump Station Checkout for all parks is 1:00 pm. Please Dump stations are available for use by make sure that your campsite is clean. registered campers only. Don’t put anything other than the contents of your holding Dishwashing tanks or portable toilets into the dump Some parks have a dishwashing station for station. Do not dump directly onto the your convenience, located near the dump station’s apron. If you make a mess 6 parks.novascotia.ca or spill, be courteous and clean up after Hunting and Trapping yourself with the water tap/hose provided No hunting or trapping within the park. at the dump station. Noise Firearms Quiet time is 10:30 pm to sunrise. Noisy Firearms are not permitted within the park. parties and rowdy behaviour are not tolerated. Fires Fires are allowed within campsite grills only. Regulations If the site you reserve does not have The Parks Act and Regulations are enforced a grill, you cannot have a fire. During a at all times. Those who fail to comply will fire ban, you may continue to use the grill at be asked to leave the park. your campsite, unless park staff tell you otherwise. Selling Selling is not permitted in the park. Firewood Advertising or operating a business within Buy firewood locally to prevent the spread the park requires a special permit. of invasive species. Moving firewood, even just a few kilometres, can spread invasive Shelter Equipment insects and diseases to our forests. You are allowed up to three pieces of • Don't pack wood—buy it locally shelter equipment, space permitting. • Burn it on site Showers • Leave un-used wood for the next camper • Never take wood back home Showers are for registered campers only.

Fireworks Traffic Speed The use of fireworks is prohibited. Speed limit within the park is 15 km.

Fishing Vehicles Fishing is permitted with a Nova Scotia A camping permit includes one vehicle. An sport fishing licence. extra vehicle requires a separate permit. Off-highway vehicles and unlicenced vehicles Garbage and Recycling may not be operated within the park. Practice waste sorting and recycling in Visitors/Non-Campers accordance with provincial and municipal regulations. (Please note: regulations may Visitors are not permitted in camping parks, vary between municipalities.) The required registered campers only. If you are not a steps will be posted at the park. Propane registered camper, you may visit the day- canisters and cylinders: never put these in use area of the park only. the garbage.

Generators Laurie Provincial Park Generators may be used between 9:00 am and 8:00 pm only. Medical use: If you require a generator for medical purposes, tell us when you arrive at the park. We will try to place you so as not to disturb other campers.

parks.novascotia.ca 7 Tips for a safe stay • Avoid insect bites by using insect repellant and wearing long sleeves and pants. Light coloured fabrics are less attractive to biting insects. • Apply a sunscreen of at least SPF 30, wear a broad-brimmed hat and sunglasses. • Supervise children, especially around water and playground equipment. • Keep your distance from wildlife. • Have family members tell you when they are leaving the campsite, where they plan to go and when they’ll return. If someone does get lost, be able to give a physical description – weight, height, clothing, hairstyle and colour. • Cook and store food carefully to avoid food-borne illness. Cleaning your picnic table after meals helps prevent odors which attract insects and wildlife. • Keep valuables out of sight in a secure area. Better yet, leave them at home.

In Case of Emergency An emergency evacuation plan has been prepared for all camping parks to ensure everyone can exit the park safely. The law requires that you obey directions given by park staff. Should you or a member of your group have an emergency, notify staff or call 911.

Parks are Natural Environments Coastal Parks • Use caution when walking along the beach as the tide comes in quickly. Check tide times before you head out. • Cliff edges are constantly eroding. Approach cliff edges only at designated stations. Obey all signs and stay behind barriers. • Beware of currents when swimming in the ocean. Wildlife Lives Here Year-Round • Please respect wildlife and appreciate them from a distance. Do not tease or chase wildlife, or allow a dog to do so. • Never feed wildlife. This can cause them to lose their natural fear of people. • If you encounter a large mammal, do not approach it. Leave the area at once by slowly backing away in the direction from which you came. • Avoid dune and beach areas where piping plovers may be nesting.

Leave No Trace is about respecting and caring for wildlands, doing your part to protect our limited resources and future recreation opportunities. Once this attitude is adopted and the outdoor ethic is sound, the specific skills and techniques become second nature.

8 RESERVATIONSparks.novascotia.ca 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

Campsite Type: Amherst Shore Provincial Park OPEN JUNE 4 – OCT 11 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open 6596 Hwy 366, Amherst Shore, NS | 902-661-6002

200 metres Maintenance Campsite Type: Compound Private 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 42 1 Open Pull-throughs 2 1 (2,4,6,8) 4 41 40 6 5 39 8 7 38 Accessible Electrical and Water Sites 37 10 9 (11,13,43,45) 36 45 35 11 A 12 33 43 13 34 Gate 14 31 32 16 15 17 19 30 18 29 Electrical and 28 27 Water Sites 1 20 .3 21 (1–30) Annabelles Brook k m 23 26 22 to 25 B 24 To e a Beach ch Pedestrian Underpass

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Campsite Types: 44 Wooded (32 with electrical and water including 4 pull-throughs and 4 accessible)

Looking for restful family camping? Amherst Shore, offers comfortable wooded campsites and a multitude of things to do. Hike one of three forested trails, swim at the park’s red sand/cobble beach or take a short drive to one of the nearby provincial beach parks that offer swimming in the warm waters of the Northumberland Strait. Directions From Highway 104, take Exit 3 and follow Highway 366 approximately 40 km (25 mi.) to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Amherst • Cumberland County Museum (36 km) Tidnish Bridge • Tidnish Information & Interpretive Center (13 km) Oxford • Wild Blueberry & Maple Center (36 km) New Brunswick • New Brunswick Border (13 km)

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 45˚ 57' 40.25" Longitude (W) 63˚ 52' 44.49"

RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca 9 Battery Provincial Park OPEN JUNE 4 – OCT 18 10110 Grenville St. (Hwy 4), St. Peter’s, NS | 902-535-3094

200 metres 21 Lime Kiln Road Walk-in Sites 23 22 20 24 (12, 13, 15, 19 18 25 16, 17) Woodland Loop 17 13 16 38 14 15 40 12 28 37 39 27 36 41

29 35 30 34 Fort Dorchester 31 32 33 Site Electrical and Water Sites Lock (26 – 41) 8 Electrical and 7 One Way Lawrence Water Site (7) Road St Peter’s Canal Kavanagh’s Site 6 Electrical and Water 55 Pull-through Sites 45 44 Campsite Type: 54 49 48 5 (4,5,6,8) 56 46 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open St. Peter’s Canal 4 Fort Toulouse Site 50 42 National Historic Site 47 52 53 51 43 3 2 Campsite Type: 1 Walk-in Sites (1, 2, 3) 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open Two Way Road Homestead Ruins

St. Peter’s Campsite Type: St Peter’s Coastal Trail Bay Nova Scotia Parks 1 Wooded Parks Canada 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open Lighthouse

Campsite Types: 22 Open (4 pull-throughs with electrical and water, 14 with electrical and water) / 8 Partially Wooded (3 with electrical and water) / 23 Wooded

You’ve probably heard location matters and Battery will make you a believer. There’s lots to see – the Atlantic coast, the picturesque Bras d’Or Lake, the historic St. Peter’s Canal, and a wide variety of mammals and birds. There’s lots to do too – paddle, fish, bicycle, dive, snorkel, walk one of the four trails, or visit the vibrant village of St. Peter’s. Directions Follow Highway 104 from Port Hawkesbury (or Highway 4 from Sydney) to St. Peter’s. Look for the park sign east of St. Peter’s at the canal bridge. Nearby Attractions St. Peter’s Area • St. Peter’s Canal (adjoining) • Nicolas Denys Museum (1.5 km) • Wallace MacAskill Museum (2 km) Point Michaud • Point Michaud Beach Prov. Park (18 km)

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 45˚ 39' 25.28" Longitude (W) 60˚ 52' 0.35"

10 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca Blomidon Provincial Park OPEN MAY 21 – OCT 11 3138 Pereau Rd., Canning, NS | 902-582-7319

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52 50 53 48 46 54 51 44 49 42 40 56 47 38 55 45 43 41 39 3.1 km to 57 58 37 36 Look-off 59 Trail 404 35 60 34 61 Emma Tichenor 33 406 62 63 Campers’ Centre 403 31 72 73 71 32 405 64 65 402 29 67 74 30 66 Campsite75 Type:28 401 69 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open en Brook Trail 3.5 k 70 Bord m 68 16 408 18 Fence 20 19 17 21 15 22 14 Campsite Type: Maintenance 24 23 11 13 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open Compound 26 12 Registration 25 9 Kiosk 10 27 7 407 5 2 3 8 6 1 4 4 km Campsite Type: Access to Beach Day Use Area 5. il ra Bank 1 y T Wooded dre Jo Eroding 1 Partially Wooded Danger 1 Open

Campsite Types: 28 Open / 5 Partially Wooded / 43 Wooded

Overlooking the scenic Minas Basin, and the world’s highest tides, Blomidon rises 183 metres (600 feet) above sea level. Truly a hiker’s dream, enjoy one of four forested and coastal trails or challenge yourself to hike nearby Cape Split. Back at the park you can bicycle, swim, wildlife watch or fly a kite. Don’t forget your camera! Directions From Highway 101, take Exit 11 and follow Route 358 north to Canning. Proceed through Canning to Pereau Road which ends at the park entrance. Nearby Attractions The Look-off • Blomidon Look-off Provincial Park (12 km) Scots Bay • Cape Split Hiking Trail (20 km) Starrs Point • Prescott House Museum (23 km) Wolfville (29 km) • Atlantic Theatre Festival • Robie Tufts Nature Centre • Randall House Historical Museum • Acadia Botanical Gardens Grand Pre • Grand-Pre National Historic Site (35 km) Caution: Note tide times; don’t get stranded on the beach. Approach cliffs only at designated viewing stations and stay behind the fence. GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 45˚ 15' 24.01" Longitude (W) 64˚ 21' 6.23"

RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca 11 Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

Campsite Type: Boylston1 Wooded 1 Pa Provincialrtially Wooded 1 Open Park OPEN JUNE 4 – SEPT 13 11131 Hwy 16, Boylston, NS

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Campsite Types: 34 Wooded Self-registration park: General inquiries contact Lands and Forestry Guysborough Office 902-533-3503

Boylston invites you to relax at its open and wooded hilltop sites in a peaceful setting overlooking the Milford Haven River. Bring your canoe and fishing gear as Irving Lake is stocked annually. While here, you’re just minutes away from golf and various historical attractions. Directions From Highway 104, take Exit 37 and follow Highway 16 south for approximately 28 kms (17.5 mi.) to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Guysborough (7 km) • Osprey Shores Golf Course Resort • Mulgrave Road Theatre • Guysborough Historical Museum • Guysborough Marina Boat Rental Canso • Grassy Island National Historic Site (35 km)

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 45˚ 25' 36.62" Longitude (W) 61˚ 30' 38.17"

12 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca Cape Chignecto Provincial Park OPEN MAY 21 – OCT 11 1108 West Advocate Rd., Advocate Harbour, NS | 902-392-2085

Towering 185-metre high cliffs, sheltered coves, rare plants, and old growth forests can all be found at Cape Chignecto Provincial Park. Campsite Types: All Walk-in – 5 Open / 75 Wooded / 3 Cabins / 1 Bunkhouse / 12 Kayak sites The spectacular scenery and the wilderness When booking online, select “Backcountry Hiking” or “Backcountry Kayaking”or experience will bring you back time after time. "Bunkhouse" as your Reservation Type. Eatonville Day-Use Area Backcountry Access Open May 21 – Oct 11. The backcountry is accessible only from the designated trailhead at Don’t forget your camera as you enjoy a day of Red Rocks unless park staff authorize an alternate route. outdoor adventure on two user-friendly trails Camping for Kayakers that let you behold some of the province's best Camping is permitted at: Refugee Cove and Seal Cove. scenery. Enter via West Apple River Road. From Campers must register at the office. there, take one trail to the Three Sisters sea stacks, and then take the other trail to Squally Group Camping (May not be available in 2021 due to COVID-19 Point. Note: the Eatonville Visitor Centre is restrictions. Please check our website for up-to-date information.) closed until further notice. Available at the walk-in site. Requests from groups will be addressed on a case-by-case basis. Maximum group size: 12 persons, including tour Directions guides. Maximum tent capacity: 4 persons. Maximum number of tents: From Highway 104, take Exit 12. At Parrsboro, 3 four-person or 6 two-person tents. Each tent requires a campsite permit. take Highway 209 to the park entrance. From New Brunswick on Highway 104, take Exit 4 to Be Careful Highway 302 south to Highway 242 east. Then • The tidal range and steep coastal cliffs may trap unwary hikers. follow Highway 209 to the park entrance. The tide rises and falls at a rate of one inch per minute. • Hiking along the beach west of McGahey Brook is not permitted. • Approach cliffs only at designated viewing areas. The cliff line is Check Out | Check In constantly eroding and may be unstable. Campsites: Check-out: 4:00 PM • Boil, filter or treat all water before consuming. (Please ensure your campsite is clean) Respect The Environment Cabins and bunkhouse: Check-in: 1:00 PM, • Pack out all garbage and sort garbage and recyclables. Check-out: 11:00 AM • Most trash can be eliminated by packing food in plastic bags instead of cans, foil and bottles. • Do not put garbage in the outhouses. • Outhouses are provided at all campsites. In other areas, dig a hole and bury human waste at least 100 metres (300 ft) away from streams and other sources of drinking water. • Do not bathe or wash dishes in streams or other water sources. Park Rules and Regulations To ensure everyone has a pleasant stay, please note: • No open fires are permitted at backcountry campsites. Fires are only permitted at designated walk-in campsites (fire grills) at New Yarmouth. Make sure your fire is out before you leave or turn in for the night. • Occupancy is limited to one tent per pad (check with staff). • Quiet time is 10:30 pm until sunrise.

Nearby Attractions Cape d’Or (12 km) Port Greville (20 km) • Age of Sail Heritage Centre Parrsboro (45 km) • Fundy Geological Museum • Ottawa House Museum Joggins (45 km) • UNESCO World Heritage Site • Fossil Cliffs & Interpretive Centre

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 45˚ 20' 58.27" Longitude (W) 64˚ 49' 24.08"

RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca 13 Cape Chignecto Provincial Park OPEN MAY 21 – OCT 11

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14 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open Cape Chignecto Provincial Park OPEN MAY 21 – OCT 11

Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

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RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca 15 Caribou-Munroes Island Provincial Park OPEN JUNE 4 – OCT 11 2119 Three Brooks Rd., Caribou, NS | 902-485-6134

To Picnic Area and Beach Electrical and Water Sites 13 12 10 (1–24) 15 200 metres 11 Maintenance 9 8 Compound 16 14 7 17 6 18 Loop A 5 19 20 Northumberland 4 21 22 3 Strait St Peter’s Canal Private 23 1 2 24

St. Peter’s Canal Electrical and Water Sites National Historic Site (25–30, 35 and 45–54) 48 45 44 43 49 42 St. Peter’s 50 46 41 52 47 52 54 51 Campsite Type: 53 39 40 36 38 1 1 1 37 PrivateWooded Partially Wooded Open 58 57 Loop B 34 59 56 35 62 60 25 33 64 26 31 61 30 32 63 71 Campsite Type: 72 94 1 1 65 Loop C 95 27 29 Wooded Partially Wooded 1 Open Main Entrance 67 73 92 68 93 28 66 70 Walk-in 74 90 Sites 69 89 To Hwy #106 91 75 84 78 Campsite Type: 79 80 76 82 To Pictou 77 1 81 Wooded 83 87 88 1 Partially Wooded Gate Private Walk-in 1 Open Sites

Campsite Types: 17 Open with electrical and water / 4 Partially Wooded with electrical and water / 72 Wooded (3 with electrical and water in Loop A, 17 with electrical and water in Loop B)

Like shoreline adventures? Love Caribou-Munroes Island! With its beautiful two kilometer white sand beach…the swimming is great, the beachcombing engaging, the paddling fun and the birdwatching won’t disappoint. Lose your cares with a walk along the three kilometer coastal trail. Oh yes, there’s places to bicycle too! Directions From Highway 104, take Exit 22 and follow Highway 106 to Caribou. Just before the ferry terminal turn right and then take a left onto Three Brooks Road (Route 6) to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Pictou (6 km) • Hector Heritage Quay • McCulloch House Museum • Northumberland Fisheries Museum Stellarton • Museum of Industry (25 km)

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 45˚ 43' 18.48" Longitude (W) 62˚ 39' 24.89"

16 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca Dollar Lake Provincial Park OPEN JUNE 4 – OCT 11 5265 Old Guysborough Rd., Wyses Corner, NS | 902-384-2770

Trail to Field To Beach 1.8 km To Hwy 212 Dollar Lake Brook Field

(No Showers) To Campground Gate

i a Loop C

h ac Be Dollar Lake Bridge Brook Trail 700 m Gate 4 3 Campsite Type: 1 2 A 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open Service Road Gate

D Loop D Campsite Type: Gate 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open Sh orelin Loop A e T rail Camper Maintenance Beach Building Campsite Type:

400 metres 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

Campsite Types: 36 Partially Wooded / 81 Wooded

Approximately half an hour from Halifax, yet worlds away, Dollar Lake invites you to relax and enjoy nature. The lake offers swimming, paddling, boating, and fishing. Four walking trails provide good opportunities to see white-tailed deer, squirrels, hares, ruffed grouse and various birds, including loons. There’s even a beaver lodge visible from the trail. In winter, the road and trail network provides great cross-country skiing. Directions From Highway 102. Take Exit 5A. Follow Route 212 approximately 20 km east to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Enfield • Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum/Hfx. Intl. Airport (25 km) Middle Musquodoboit • Bicentennial Theatre (25 km) Stewiacke • Mastodon Ridge & Showcase Nova Scotia (30 km) Meagher’s Grant (8 km) • River Oaks Golf Club (20 km) Goffs • Airlane Golf Club (20 km)

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 44˚ 56' 46.76" Longitude (W) 63˚ 18' 54.96"

RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca 17 Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

Campsite Type: Dollar Lake Provincial Park 1 WoodedOPEN 1 JUNEPartially 4 Wo –oded OCT 111Open

A Loop A Campsite Type: 13 11 9 1 7 Wooded 15 5 3 1 Partially Wooded 17 10 8 1 12 6 1 Open 14 16 4 20 37 2 18 35 39 21 33 36 19 34 38 23 31 32 24 22 26 28 30 25 27 29 40 41 43 S 42 hore line Trail

C Loop C

5 3 6 7 9 4 2 11 13 8 1 10 32 15 12 14 30 29 16 28 17 26 24 18 22 27 19 25 23 20 21

D Loop D

32 34 30 33 36 35 31 28 29 39 3 1 44 Gate 38 2 43 42 40 27 5 4 26 17 16 6 24 25 14 15 20 22 7 13 23 9 11 18 19 21 8 12 10

18 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

Campsite Type: Ellenwood1 Wooded 1 Part iallyLake Wooded Provincial1 Open Park OPEN MAY 21 – OCT 11 1888 Mood Road, Deerfield, NS | 902-761-2400

Campsite Type: Walk-in Sites (82–86) 1 Wooded 86 85 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open 84 82 83 2

44 1 3 4

87 5

43 42 6

7 9 41 8 10 80 12 Supervised 11 14 79 46 40 13 swimming and Electrical and 81 47 39 15 boat launch in Water Sites day-use area Electrical (75–81) 48 49 16 17 78 and 38 37 77 50 51 Water Sites 18 76 (37–42 19 75 52 20 53 and 36 73 74 46–53) 35 21 71 34 Registration 72 55 Kiosk 70 54 33 22 57 23 59 56 32 69 24 68 61 58 26 25 30 67 60 31 62 29 28 27 66 63 64 200 metres 65

Campsite Type: 87 Wooded (21 with electrical and water)

Make Ellenwood Lake your base when exploring the western part of the province. Enjoy a peaceful camping experience at our wooded sites; some with lakeside views. There are great stargazing opportunities.Take a swim along the 61 m (200 ft) long sandy beach, or go canoeing, kayaking or fishing. On land, unwind at a comfortable pace along the 1 km wooded trail or bicycle around the park. In winter, the road network provides great cross-country skiing as the Friends of Ellenwood maintain trails. There is a plowed path for walkers. Directions From Highway 101, take Exit 34 and follow Route 340 north for 6.5 km (4 mi.). Turn right on Saunders Road then right on Mood Road. Nearby Attractions Yarmouth (15 km) • Firefighters Museum of Nova Scotia • Yarmouth County Museum • Cape Forchu Lighthouse Saulnierville • Bangor Sawmill Museum (45 km)

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 43˚ 55' 46.13" Longitude (W) 66˚ 0' 20.52"

RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca 19 Five Islands Provincial Park OPEN JUNE 4 – OCT 11 618 Bentley Branch Rd. (Hwy 2), Five Islands, NS | 902-254-2980

Estuary Trail East 3.6 km G River

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n Mountai Economy Trail 3.8 km Moose The Old Wife Re ead Tr Island d H Group Minas Basin ail 2.2 km

Red Head Eco A nom y M Trail Distances are one-way ou Campground A nt ai n Tr ai l 3 .8 k m

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Campsite Types: 73 Open (36 with electrical and water including 17 pull-throughs) / 19 Wooded

Tides, time and Mi’kmaq culture make Five Islands spectacular. Ninety- metre high cliffs and 225 million-year-old geological formations overlook the world’s highest tides, while Mi’kmaq culture says Glooscap created the five islands. Spend days here hiking the forested and coastal trails, swimming and beachcombing the cobble/rocky coast, or kayaking to view the cliff formations. Make time to enjoy a picnic in the day-use area. Directions From Highway 104, take Exit 11 and follow Highway 2 to the park entrance. From New Brunswick, take Exit 4 off Highway 104 and follow Highway 2 to the park. Nearby Attractions Economy • Cobequid Interpretive Centre (10 km) Parrsboro (23 km) • Fundy Geological Museum • Ottawa House Museum • The Ship’s Company Theatre Joggins (65 km) • UNESCO World Heritage Site • Fossil Cliffs and Museum

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 45˚ 24' 28.01" Longitude (W) 64˚ 1' 17.40"

20 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

Campsite Type: Five Islands Provincial Park 1 Wooded OPEN1 Part iallyJUNE Wooded 4 – OCT1 Open 11

Campsite Type: G Group Camping 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

Caution: Approach cliffs only at designated viewing stations and stay behind the security fence. Tides and currents move quickly and can make swimming or walking the mud flats G402 dangerous.

G401

92 Pull-throughs Electrical and A 91 Campground A (1–15, 30 ,33) Water Sites Walk-in Sites (89–93) (1–9) 89 Electrical and 93 Water Sites 4 (10–33) 7 9 90 16 12 6 3 15 11 8 2 14 10 5 18 1 17 13 28 20 29 19 Electrical and Water Sites 45 30 33 (34, 36) 43 22 21 32 40 41 46 38 39 36 37 44 24 42 23 31 34 25 88 26 87 27 Walk-in Sites (87–88)

Waste/Recycling

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49 86 51 48 79 50 84 81 83 52 85 76 74 77 82 78 72 54 75 53 80 69 73 56 58 62 68 55 64 66 57 59 71 61 70 63 67 Walk-in Sites 60 65 (59–61)

RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca 21 Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

GravesCampsite Type: Island Provincial Park OPEN MAY 21 – OCT 11 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open 230 Graves Island Rd., East Chester, NS | 902-275-4425

tal Trail 2.6 km Coas Campsite Type:

108 1 Wooded 107 Walk-in Sites 109 1 (97–98 and 100–101) Partially Wooded 110 106 111 105 104 1 Open 101 100 112 98 97 113 103 94 Visitor 115 102 93 Parking 114 99 91 117 96 95 90 116 75 92 77 79 82 83 89 74 88 76 85 78 80 87 81 84 86

Electrical and Water Sites 31 (1–32) 29 27 32 30 25 34 2 23 4 28 22 1 6 Maintenance 35 8 26 20 Compound 3 24 5 21 36 7 10 9 12 19 51 C Private o a 11 s 37 18 ta 14 l Tr 38 50 ail 13 17 2. 39 6 km 15 16 49 Walk-in Sites (40–41) 40 41 42 43 Walk-in Mahone Bay 44 Sites 45 (43–48) 46 Trail Distances are one-way 200 metres 47 48

Electronic entrance gate: Campers will be charged a $3.00 deposit for an entrance swipe card (refundable upon check-out). Campsite Types: 81 Open (33 with electrical and water) / 14 Wooded

Graves Island is newly redeveloped and offering even more to see and do. Most campsites offer picturesque views of Mahone Bay and its sailboat traffic. Bring your walking shoes – you’ll want to stroll the 3.2 km gravel trail, or ride your bike. There’s rocky/coastal beach access, as well as a boat launch for kayaking, canoeing, boating, fishing or swimming. Directions From Highway 103, take Exit 7 and follow Route 3 south to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Lunenburg (44 km) • DesBrisay Museum • Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic • Knaut Rhuland House Museum New Ross • Ross Farm Museum (44 km)

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 44˚ 33' 58.64" Longitude (W) 64˚ 13' 4.11"

22 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca Laurie Provincial Park OPEN JUNE 4 – SEPT 13 4949 Hwy 2, Grand Lake, NS

Canadian National Railway

Grand Lake Private

Two-way Trafﬁc 54 52 50 Registration 53 49 Kiosk 48 55 51 17 15 56 13 Campsite Type: 18 16 11 57 14 9 5 20 12 7 3 1 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open 58 10 59 22 8 6 4 2 60 61 63 62 24 Campsite Type: 47 21 26 1 1 1 28 Private Wooded Partially Wooded Open 23 46 45 25 29 44 27 42 43 30 40 41 36 38 Campsite Type: 39 200 metres 37 1 Wooded 31 Walk-in Sites 1 Partially Wooded (31–35) 32 33 1 Open

34 Rev. Apr 9, 2007 35

Campsite Types: 63 Wooded Self-registration park: General inquiries contact Lands and Forestry Waverley Office 902-861-2560.

Looking for restful lakeside camping near metro Halifax’s attractions? Laurie won’t disappoint! Settle in amid the gorgeous pines. After a day in the city, unwind here with a refreshing swim, a peaceful paddle, a bike ride around the park, or a stroll along the trail. Explore the day-use park. Directions Southbound: From Highway 102, take Exit 7 and follow Highway 2 south to the park entrance. Northbound: From Halifax on Highway 102, take Exit 5 and follow Highway 2 north to the park. Nearby Attractions Enfield (10 km) • Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum • Halifax Stanfield International Airport Dartmouth • Shubenacadie Canal/Fairbanks Centre (20 km) Halifax (25 km) • Citadel, Museums, Province House • Public Gardens • Sports Hall of Fame

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 44˚ 52' 41.14" Longitude (W) 63˚ 36' 8.38"

RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca 23 Mira River Provincial Park OPEN MAY 28 – OCT 18 439 Brickyard Road, Albert Bridge, NS | 902-563-3373 142 Camper Beach 141 140

Freshwater Fen C Peninsula Loop

Open Field Loop Electrical and Water Sites (1–32 and 40–51) Brickyard Point Loop Registration Kiosk Mira River

Electrical and Water Sites Veterans (162–176) Memorial Park A

To Brickyard DayUseBeach Beach and To Hwy 22 MacLennans Boat Launch Look off

Entrance 200metres Private

Campsite Types: 51 Open (44 with electrical and water) / 40 Partially Wooded (15 with electrical and water) / 65 Wooded

Like the renowned river it’s named after, Mira River is bound to leave an impression. There’s lots to see and do here: canoeing, kayaking, boating, fishing, snorkeling, or swimming at the quiet cobble beach. Wildlife enthusiasts may spot fox, deer, ducks and loons. When you’re ready to explore, you’re just a short drive to Sydney, Glace Bay, and Fortress Louisbourg, one of the nation’s historic gems. Directions From Highway 125, take Exit 8. Follow Highway 22 south and turn left on Brickyard Road and drive 3 km (2 mi.) to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Louisbourg • Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site (12 km) Marion Bridge • Two Rivers Wildlife Park (25 km) Glace Bay (30 km) • Marconi National Historic Site • Miners Museum Sydney • Cossitt House Museum (22 km)

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 46˚ 1' 33.60" Longitude (W) 60˚ 2' 14.57"

24 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

Campsite Type: Mira River Provincial Park OPEN MAY 28 – OCT 18 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

OPEN FIELD LOOP A Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 27 28 1 Open 26 24 25 Electrical and Water Sites (1–32 and 40–51) 22 23 2 21 1 20 4 19 18 3 6 17 8 16 10 51 12 14 50 Registration 7 9 15 Kiosk 11 13 49 29 48 30 47 31 43 46 40 45 32 41 42 44

33 39 38 Veterans 34 Memorial 35 Park 36 37

PENINSULA LOOP

B 86 85 84 81 88 80 87 83 82 79 77 89 76 90 78 92 75 132 91 117 133 130 93 135 129 94 119 116 136 131 95 134 128 97 121 118 127 96 120 115 125 114 98 122 113 126 123 111 99 112 100 110 124 101 109 103 102 108 104 107 105 106 Walk-in Sites (104–106) BRICKYARD POINT LOOP

D 209 208 207 210 206 211 205 204 203 202 201 200

Electrical and 172 173 Water Sites 174 (162–176) 168 175 150 169 176 170 151 162 152 163 171 153 155 158 164 Walk-in Sites 165 166 (178–189) 157 154 156 159 161 160 179 186 177 187 188 178 189 185 180 184 181 183 182

RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca 25 Porters Lake Provincial Park OPEN MAY 21 – OCT 11 1160 West Porters Lake Rd., Porters Lake, NS

200 metres

Loop A Electrical and Water Sites (1–10) Porters Lake Walk-in Sites 9 7 35 2 51 1 (49–57) 10 8 6 52 53 54 Walk-in 50 55 56 Sites (70–72) Waste/Recycling 49 62 57 63 72 64 71 70 Walk-in 81 27 28 61 Sites 80 30 58 (74–81) 29 Walk-in 60 69 31 26 24 21 Sites 59 65 79 32 19 66 25 (46–48) 68 73 78 33 23 18 Walk-in 67 Campsite Type: 22 48 75 34 20 16 47 Sites Walk-in 74 17 1 1 76 1 35 Site Wooded Pa77rtially Wooded Open 36 37 15 (58–59) 39 14 12 46 40 (67) 13 38 11 41 42 Campsite Type: Walk-in Loop B 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open 43 Sites (43–44) 44

Campsite Type:

Registration Porters Lake 1 Wooded Kiosk 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

Campsite Types: 10 Open (10 with electrical and water) / 70 Partially Wooded Self-registration park: General inquiries contact Lands and Forestry Jeddore Office 902-889-2332

Porters Lake is a welcoming base from which to access the Halifax area, and many Eastern Shore attractions. The park overlooks a large lake with easy canoe/kayak access. Wake to birdsongs, witness busy woodpeckers, or catch a glimpse of one of the many snowshoe hare that live here. Don’t miss the nearby Cole Harbour/Lawrenctown Coastal Heritage Park System which provides access to hiking trails, sandy beaches, coastal salt marches and eroding headlands. Directions From Highway 107, take Exit 19 and travel 4 km (2.8 mi.) south on West Porters Lake Road to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Porters Lake (5 km) Musquodoboit Harbour • Musquodoboit Railway Museum (21 km) Shearwater/Eastern Passage (32 km) • Fisherman’s Cove • Shearwater Aviation Museum Jeddore Oyster Pond • Fisherman’s Life Museum (33 km)

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 44˚ 41' 27.98" Longitude (W) 63˚ 18' 32.01"

26 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca Rissers Beach Provincial Park OPEN MAY 21 – OCT 11 5366 Hwy 331, Petite Riviere, NS | 902-688-2034

Private

A Sites 58–74 Private Wooded North Rissers

Sites 76–94 Open Walk-in Sites 700–705

Gate Beach Access Trail B C

Private 331 Gate

Private Gate Sites 1–19, 48–57 Sites 20–47 Wooded Open Little Rissers

Atlantic Ocean 200 metres

Campsite Types: 50 Open (19 with electrical and water) / 17 Partially Wooded / 32 Wooded

Rissers Beach is legendary for its white sand beach and selection of open and wooded sites that overlook the Atlantic. The north campground now offers serviced sites, as well as walk-in camping opportunities. You’ll find lots to do here: swim, canoe, kayak, fish, windsurf, dive, snorkel, beachcomb, watch shore birds…plan to stay for several days! Caution: Please protect the park’s delicate dune system by using the boardwalks. Directions From Highway 103, take Exit 15 and follow Highway 331 approximately 14 km (9 mi.) south to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Bridgewater (30 km) • DesBrisay Museum • Wile Carding Mill Liverpool (50 km) • Hank Snow Country Music Centre • Perkins House Museum Lunenburg • Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic (50 km)

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 44˚ 13' 56.63" Longitude (W) 64˚ 25' 26.11"

RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca 27 Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

Campsite Type: Rissers Beach Provincial Park 1 Wooded OPEN1 Part MAYially Wo 21oded – OCT1 Open 11

Campsite Type: Loop A North Rissers 69 68 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 70 66 67 1 Open 65 63 64 Electrical and Water Sites 71 (76–94) 62

78 72 61 Walk-in 77 76 73 Sites 60 703 79 90 (700–705) 86 93 59 80 89 702 85 74 704 88 92 58 81 84 701 91 705 82 83 87

700

Loop B Little Rissers

Campground Visitor Parking Ice

Little Rissers 54 52 53 51 50 1 55 49 2 56 48 47 46 6 5 57 12 14 16 4 3 7 15 17 18 19 20 11 13 9 10 8

Loop C Little Rissers

37 35 34 39 32 40 36 33 38 42 30 31 44 41 45 43 24 29 28 Little Rissers 21 22 23 25 26 27

28 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca Salsman Provincial Park OPEN JUNE 4 – SEPT 13 15641 Hwy 316, Country Harbour, NS

316 Registration Kiosk

Maintenance Building Monument 34 35 40 33

36 39 1 38 2 32 37 3

4 5 31 7 6 15 13 14 16 17 27 12 11 10 Campsite Type: 30 8 20 28 29 9 21 19 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open 18

22 Campsite Type: 26 23 24 Country Harbour1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open 25

200 metres Campsite Type:

1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

Campsite Type: 40 Open Self-registration park: General inquiries contact Lands and Forestry Guysborough Office 902-533-3503

If you’re looking for quiet relaxation, Salsman is the place to find it. Enjoy tranquility amid nature’s splendor along the scenic Eastern Shore. Most of the spacious campsites offer water views. Access the boat launch and try the fishing, or go for a peaceful paddle along the Country Harbour River. Seldom crowded; enjoy camping the way you like it. Directions From Highway 104, take Exit 35 and follow Highway 316 approximately 50 km (31.5 mi.) to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Tor Bay • Tor Bay Provincial Park (46 km) Sherbrooke • Sherbrooke Village (45 km) Antigonish (65 km) • Heritage Museum • Festival Antigonish

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 45˚ 14' 12.68" Longitude (W) 61˚ 46' 1.74"

RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca 29 Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

Campsite Type: Smileys Provincial Park OPEN JUNE 4 – 1SEPTWooded 20 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open 109 Clayton McKay Rd, Hwy 14, Brooklyn, NS

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200 metres

Campsite Types: 37 Open / 15 Partially Wooded / 28 Wooded Self-registration park: General inquiries contact Lands and Forestry Windsor Office 902-798-2016

No place says fun family times like Smileys. Nestled amid rolling hills alongside the Meander River, you can fish, use the playground, hike the 1.5 km walking trail, or try gold panning. Directions From Highway 101, take Exit 4 and follow Hwy 1 east for 3 km (2mi.). Turn left on Hwy 215 for 3.4km (2mi.) to McKay Road (on right). Follow McKay Road for 4 km (2.5 mi.). Turn left on Clayton McKay Road and travel 0.5 km (0.31) to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Windsor (24 km) • Hockey Heritage Centre • Museums & Theatre Mount Uniacke (26 km) • Uniacke Estate Museum & Park • Bell Park Hiking Trail Halifax • Halifax Citadel, Museums, Public Gardens (65 km)

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 45˚ 0' 50.13" Longitude (W) 63˚ 57' 40.49"

30 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca The Islands Provincial Park OPEN JUNE 4 – OCT 11 183 Islands Park Rd. (off Hwy 3), Shelburne, NS

37 36 35 33 32 31 29 13 12 11 Hiking Walk-in Site (81) 38 27 29 Trail 5 34 17 18 30 30 28 26 16 30 m 14 15 31 27 32 33 81 24 28 25 34 23 Maple 36 35 39 Loop 10 25 26 9 37 24 38 40 Day Use 8 22 23 22 41 7 51 42 43 m 21

0 21 Maintenance 19 50 0 39 20 47 9 20 Compound 49 l 45

i 44 a 18 48 r 19 5 T 4 46 53 401 6 3 l 2 l Park Entrance o 1 r 52 54 t 17 S l l 55 e w 16 56 o r G1 C 40 r 57 41 ive Campsite Type: r R de 58 an 1 1 1 e Wooded Partially Wooded Open 62 M Park Entrance Area Shelburne Elm Loop 1 59 2 Registration 43 42 Harbour 3 Kiosk 60 74 Campsite Type: Cherry 49 76 63 75 4 1 1 1 Loop 78 77 73 Wooded Partially Wooded Open 44 72 79 5 14 50 80 70 71 51 13 54 52 68 12 Registration 53 66 Kiosk 46 64 47 62 69 7 Birch Campsite Type: 55 56 58 60 6 400 65 67 Loop 63 8 1 Wooded Day Use 45 57 61 15 55 10 9 11 1 Partially Wooded 200 metres 200 metres 1 Open

Rev. Oct. 18, 2006 Campsite Type: 63 Wooded Self-registration park: General inquiries contact Lands and Forestry Shelburne Office 902-875-2501.

At The Islands you can relax in a natural environment while looking across the harbour at Shelburne, one of Nova Scotia’s most historic towns. Naturally, water-related recreation reigns here – canoe, kayak or use the boat launch for your motorized craft and do some fishing or sightseeing. For those who prefer land, the gorgeous Roseway River walking trail can be accessed just 200 metres from the park entrance. Directions From Highway 103, take Exit 26 and follow Route 3 west to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Shelburne • Museums & Roseway River Trail (3 km) Birchtown • Black Loyalist Heritage Center (5 km) Barrington • Woolen Mill Museum (25 km) Pubnico • Le Musée Acadien (45 km)

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 43˚ 45' 53.02" Longitude (W) 65˚ 20' 24.37"

RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca 31 Thomas Raddall Provincial Park OPEN MAY 21 – OCT 11 529 Raddall Park Rd., Port Joli, NS | 902-683-2664

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1 1 1 65 Wooded PartiallyAccess Wooded Open Multi-use 81 to Beach Trail 82 66 77 80 78 79 Scotch Poin Private 68 76 t Trail 0.5 km Driveway 74 67 Campsite Type: 71 75 70 73 1 Wooded 72 69 200 metres 1 Path to Beach Partially Wooded 1 Open

Campsite Type: 83 Wooded

Thomas Raddall may be off the beaten path but there’s no shortage of things to do. Both white sand and rocky beaches invite swimming, beachcombing, canoeing and kayaking. Hike or bicycle along a diverse trail network to see fascinating geology, forests, barrens and the intriguing plants and animals that call these areas home. Caution: Help protect the dune system, and piping plover nesting areas, by walking close to the water’s edge or on established trails. Directions Take exit 22 from Highway 103 and proceed to the East Port L’Hebert Road and proceed to the park entrance Nearby Attractions Liverpool (32 km) • Hank Snow Country Music Centre • Liverpool Historical Walking Tours • Rosignol Cultural Centre Shelburne • The Dory Shop Museum (40 km) • Black Loyalists Heritage Society (45 km) Kejimkujik Seaside Adjunct (10 km) Liverpool Golf & Country Club (17 km)

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 43˚ 50' 41.22" Longitude (W) 64˚ 55' 10.90"

32 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

Campsite Type: Valleyview Provincial Park OPEN JUNE 4 – OCT 11 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open 960 Hampton Mountain Rd., Bridgetown, NS | 902-665-2559

Campsite Type: 101 1 10 Wooded 9 11 1 Partially Wooded 8 12 13 1 Open

14 16 15 18 Electrical 17 7 and Water 19 Sites 6 Private (6–8) 3 28 4 2 29 5 Cliff Electrical and Water Sites 1 30 (20–22, 24–30) 20 27 25 23

26 24

21 22

Croskill Lake

Private To Hampton 200 metres

Campsite Type: 30 Wooded (13 with electrical and water) / 1 Open with electrical and water

Valleyview’s mountain-top setting offers splendid views of the Annapolis Valley. You’ll appreciate the solitude and often cooler temperatures found here. Stroll around the 1 km forested trail, listen to the bird songs, or perhaps catch a glimpse of white-tailed deer. In the evening, the nine-noted hoot of a barred owl may serenade you as you snuggle around the campfire. Directions From Highway 101, take Exit 20 and follow Route 1 west. In Bridgetown, take Church Street and proceed north to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Annapolis Royal (23 km) • Historic Sites & Gardens • Tidal Power Project • Golf courses (2) Upper Clements Theme Park (30 km) Port Royal National Historic Site (33 km) Aylesford • Oaklawn Farm Zoo (40 km)

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 44˚ 52' 8.56" Longitude (W) 65˚ 19' 4.54"

RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca 33 Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

WhycocomaghCampsite Type: Provincial Park OPEN JUNE 4 – OCT 18 891 ProvincialWooded 1 ParkPartially Rd., Wo odedHwy. 105,1 Open Whycocomagh, NS

Campsite Type: 200 metres Scout Trail 2 km 1 Wooded To Salt Mtn Trail distance is one-way 1 0 m Partially Wooded n Trail 51 cQuee M 1 Open

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13 Electrical and Water Sites 14 28 17 18 (1–9, 15) 12 21 15 11 5 4 22 9 7 27 3 26 23 Walk-in Gate 6 10 16 8 Sites Gate 25 24 (36–37) 2 37 1 Salt 36 Mountain Trail 1.9 km Salt 38 Registration 29 Mountain Kiosk Maintenance Area Yurt Trail 30 1.9 km

35 The High 31 lan de r T 39 ra il 32 Yurt 9 Private 7 0 m 34

DNR District Yurt Ofﬁce 33 40 To Salt Mtn

Campsite Types: 40 Open (3 Yurts / 10 with electrical and water) Self-registration park: General inquiries contact Lands and Forestry Whycocomagh Office 902-756-2339

Whycocomagh appeals to both doers and dreamers. Walkers and hikers can challenge themselves on the invigorating trails to the top of Salt Mountain, while paddlers can ply the quiet waters of Whycocomagh Bay. Those seeking restful refuge will enjoy the spectacular views of land and lake, or marvel at bald eagles as they soar over the water. Directions On Highway 105, just east of Whycocomagh, take Provincial Park Road to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Orangedale • Railway Station Museum (12 km) Baddeck • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site (35 km) Inverness • Horse Racing and Golf (40 km) Iona • Highland Village Museum (40 km)

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 45˚ 57' 59.69" Longitude (W) 61˚ 6' 16.54"

34 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | parks.novascotia.ca Day-use Parks OPERATING SEASON MAY 21 to OCT 1

Day-use parks provide access to nature and a variety of recreational opportunities. There are boat launches, picnic parks, beaches, swimming, and trails.

For more information on accessible features please visit our website. • Unless otherwise posted, • Swimming is unsupervised day-use parks close one (unless otherwise noted), hour after sunset. and at your own risk. • No admission fee • Supervised swimming, • Open fires, camping and where offered, is July-August consumption of alcoholic (subject to change). beverages are prohibited. See page 2 for a list of supervised beaches. • Dogs must be leashed.

Off-season use:

Visitors are welcome to explore parks in the off-season. However, there are no staff, services, winter maintenance or parking. Please be good stewards of the environment and pack-in, pack-out.

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Halifax Metro South Shore

Crystal Crescent Bayswater Beach Three white-sand crescent beaches 223 Sambro Creek Rd., Sambro White-sand beach. 4015 Hwy 329, Bayswater or take a 10 KM hike (each way) to Size: 539 ha (1332 ac) (Hwy 103, Exit 7). Pennant Point. GPS: N44 28.307 W63 37.364 Size: 4 ha (10 ac) GPS: N44 30.109 W64 04.033 Herring Cove Short, rugged coastal hike, just 15 John Brackett Drive, Herring Cove Camerons Brook minutes from Halifax. Enjoy the fresh Size: 20 ha (49.4 ac) Shaded rest area under a canopy 7900 Hwy 8, South Brookfield. ocean air and remember to keep off GPS: N44 34.619 W63 33.041 of pine and hardwoods. Size: 1.47 ha (4 ac) the slippery black rocks. GPS: N44 19.929 W64 57.261

Jerry Lawrence Card Lake Accessible opportunities on Lewis and 4775 St. Margarets Bay Rd (Hwy 3) Small beach near a canopy 3895 Hwy 14, Card Lake Round Lakes; latter stocked with brook Upper Tantallon of softwoods. (Hwy 103, Exit 8). and rainbow trout. Size: 747 ha (1846 ac) Size: 104 ha (258 ac) GPS: N44 41.173 W63 51.442 GPS: N44 43.164 W64 15.855

Laurie Cleveland Beach Quiet lakeside setting offering 4949 Hwy 2 , Grand Lake Attractive sandy beach. 8878 Hwy 3, Queensland canoeing, water skiing, fishing and Size: 747 ha (1846 ac) Limited parking. (Hwy 103, Exit 6). swimming. GPS: N44 52.686 W63 36.140 Size: 4.43 ha ( ac) GPS: N44 39.002 W64 00.010 Long Lake Small carpark (HRM) off St. Margarets St Margarets Bay Road and Cookville Bay Road. Additional entrance at Dunbrack Street/Cowie Hill Access to the LaHave 1119 Hwy 10, Cookville. with a large parking lot located intersection River for water sports. Size: 1.41 ha (3.5 ac) at the Dunbrack Street/Cowie Hill Size: 1722 ha (4255 ac) Community operated. GPS: N44 25.322 W64 33.102 intersection and provides access to St Margarets Bay Road GPS: the 5 km long graveled Lakeview Trail. N44 37.929 W63 39.506 East River Dunbrack Street GPS: N44 37.302 W63 37.483 Picturesque stop on a sheltered 2177 Hwy 3, East River ocean cove. (Hwy 103, Exit 7) Size 0.51 ha (1.26 ac) MacCormacks Beach GPS: N44 35.330 W64 10.375 Stroll the boardwalk and see beautiful 1641 Shore Rd, Eastern Passage. views of McNabs, Lawlors and Devil’s Size: 6.34 ha (15.5 ac) Fancy Lake islands and Halifax Harbour. GPS: N44 36.513 W63 29.492 Freshwater beach access for 854 Conquerall Mills Rd., swimming or non-motorized craft. Conquerall Mills. McNabs and Lawlor Islands Size: 0.27 ha (0.67 ac) Old forts and dwellings, intriguing Halifax Harbour (Commercial boat GPS: N44 19.702 W64 31.927 wildlife, and 22 KM of trails, all within service from various points in HRM.) view of the city. No drinking water. Size: 484.67 ha (1197.65 ac) Hubbards GPS: N44 36.702 W63 31.643 Convenient boat launch 3 KM Hwy 3, Hubbards. west of Queensland Beach Size: 0.55 ha (1.35 ac)

Oakfield Provincial Park GPS: N44 38.323 W64 03.681 Small beach. Ample parking 366 Oakfield Park Rd, Oakfield. and recreation area. Size: 55.62 ha (137.44 ac) Port L’Hebert GPS: N44 54.725 W63 35.115 A 2.1 KM looped trail through 11183 Hwy 103, Granite Village. hardwoods and granite boulders Size: 70.97 ha (175.44 ac)

Sackville Lakes with coastal view. GPS: N43 52.488 W64 57.824 Forested natural environment 440 First Lake Dr, Lower Sackville. park with managed walking trails. Size: 283 ha (699 ac) Limited parking. GPS: N44 46.134 W63 39.102

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Queensland Beach Glenwood Popular beach. Limited parking. 9600 Hwy 3, Hubbards. Relaxing park located on Rickers Lake. 5570 Hwy 3, Lower Argyle. Size: 1.35 ha (3.34 ac) (Junction of Hwys 3 and 103) GPS: N44 38.127 W64 01.553 Size: 39 ha (96 ac) GPS: N43 47.637 W65 52.468 Sable River Pine canopy over picnic area. Brook 140 West Sable River Rd, Sable River. Mavillette Beach changes direction (Hwy 103, Exit 23) Sandy beach backed by fragile dune 295,336,395 John Doucette Rd., with the tide. Size: 53.65 ha (132.5 ac) system. Extensive sand flats at low Mavillette. GPS: N43 50.110 W65 3.877 tide. No picnic tables. Size: 43 ha (106.40 ac) GPS: N44 05.369 W66 11.448 Sand Hills Beach A 2.5 KM white-sand beach 28 Sand Hills Beach Park Rd., Port Maitland Beach and protected dune system. Villagedale. (Hwy 103, Exit 29) Sand and cobble beach. 3297 Shore Rd, Port Maitland. Please use boardwalks and marked Size: 94.61 ha (233.79 ac) Hwy 101 (Exit 33) paths. GPS: N43 31.777 W65 32.676 Size: 8.41 ha (20.78 ac) GPS: N43 59.090 W66 09.225 Second Peninsula Softwood forested park 781 Second Peninsula Rd., Smugglers Cove with ocean views. Second Peninsula. (Hwy 103, Exit 10) Site reputedly used by rum runners in 7651 Hwy 1, Meteghan. Size: 19.44 ha (48.04 ac) the early 1900s. Cove accessible by Size: 7.74 ha (19.13 ac) GPS: N44 24.144 W64 17.732 stairs at low tide. GPS: N44 10.224 W66 10.851

Summerville Beach A 1 KM sandy beach backed by dunes 7533 Hwy 3, Summerville Centre. and an open saltmarsh. Please keep Size: 33.81 ha (83.5 ac) on designated paths to protect piping GPS: N43 57.270 W64 48.888 plover habitat.

Swissair Memorial Site (Bayswater) Monument to the 1998 crash of Swissair 4100 Hwy 329, Bayswater. Flight 111. Facilities located across the GPS: N44 29.972 W64 04.110 road at Bayswater Beach park.

Swiss Air Memorial Site (Limited parking) (Peggys Cove) 8250 Peggys Cove Rd, Peggys Cove. Short path through iconic rock GPS: N44 30.402 W63 55.876 formations to monument.

Ten Mile Lake Relax beneath a pine/hemlock stand. 3933 Hwy 8, Middlefield. Size: 3.27 ha (8.08 ac) GPS: N44 11.397 W64 49.967

William E. deGarthe Memorial Small park within Peggys Cove that 109 Peggy's Point Road, protects rock carving done by William Peggys Cove. E. deGarthe, a long-time resident of the Size: 0.06 ha (0.15 ac) area, in honour of seafarers. GPS: N44 29.638 W63 54.854

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Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley

Annapolis Basin Look Off Eatonville Scenic views of the Annapolis Basin. 260 Shore Rd, Digby. One KM trail leads to Three Sisters, 2375 Eatonville Road Size: 1.5 ha (4 ac) 1.5 KM trail leads to Squally Beach. Size: Cape Chignecto day-use area GPS: N44 38.338 W65 45.416 GPS: N45 25.300 W64 53.657

Anthony Falls Lake Red sand beach on Cobequid Bay. 6889 Hwy # 215, Lower Selma. Swimming and access for 1541 New Ross Rd Hwy 14, Vaughan. Wharf for viewing opportunities. Size: 8 ha (19 ac) non-motorized watercraft. Size: 6 ha (14 ac) GPS: N45 18.807 W63 36.337 GPS: N44 50.383 W64 14.372

Blomidon Look Off Lake George On a clear day see a panoramic view of 3374 Hwy 358, Arlington. Fresh water sandy beach; 125 North River Rd., Lake George. five counties. Size: 0.13 ha (0.32 ac) non-motorized boating. Size: 4.16 ha (10.28 ac) GPS: N45 11.972 W64 24.544 GPS: N44 55.474 W64 41.422

Caddell Rapids Look Off Lake Midway Eagle habitat overlooking the 1609 Riverside Rd, Stewiacke. Roadside park with seasonal 7600 Hwy 217, Lake Midway Shubenacadie River. Size: 0.34 ha (.84 ac) trout fishing. Size: 1.72 ha (4.25 ac) GPS: N45 11.905 W63 23.416 GPS: N44 31.784 W66 02.511

Cape Split Londonderry Significant landmark overlooking Carry plenty of drinking water. Wayside memorial park with an 1776 Station Rd., Londonderry the Bay of Fundy. Minas Basin Trail is 999 Cape Split Rd, Scots Bay. interpretive display on site of (Hwy 104; Exit 11) 6.2 KM one way and Scots Bay Trail is Size: 447 ha (1104 ac) former iron works. Size: 0.11 ha (.27 ac) 7 KM one way, including look-off visits. GPS: N45 18.931 W64 25.887 GPS: N45 28.303 W63 35.783 Wear sturdy footwear and layered clothing. Stay on the trail. Lumsden Pond Small park offering easy 2530 Corcum Burns Rd., Black River. Central Grove access for swimming. Size: 7.18 ha (17.74 ac) Located on Long Island, 1731 Hwy 217, Central Grove. GPS: N45 01.554 W64 23.901 0.8 KM trail leads to view of Size: 13 ha (31 ac) the Bay of Fundy. GPS: N44 19.981 W66 16.281 MacElmons Pond A 1 KM trail meanders through 219 MacElmon Rd., Lower Onslow. Clairmont old fields, pine forest and alongside Size: 7.24 ha (17.89 ac) Relax in the shade under a stand 1405 Hwy 1, Kingston. the pond. GPS: N45 23.459 W63 25.677 of red pine. (Hwy 101, Exit 16 or 17) Size: 23 ha (58 ac) GPS: N45 00.437 W64 54.479 Mickey Hill Gravel trail, boardwalks, steep 7956 Hwy 8, Graywood. (Hwy 101; staircases lead to river. Exit 22) Coldbrook Size: 72.93 ha (180.21 ac) Relax under a canopy of pine; located 7073 Hwy 1, Coldbrook, GPS: N44 40.009 W65 27.701 near take-out restaurants. Hwy 101, Exit 14 Size: 3 ha (7 ac) GPS: N45 04.032 W64 34.406 Savary A picturesque site overlooking 7401 Hwy 1, Plympton. St. Mary’s Bay. Beachcomb along Size: 10.82 ha (26.73 ac) Cottage Cove the rocky shoreline. GPS: N44 30.698 W65 54.390 Overlooking the Bay of Fundy, 11935 Shore Rd, Port George. 13 KM north of Middleton. Size: 0.5 ha (1.23 ac) GPS: N44 59.602 W65 10.711 Scots Bay North Watch the world’s highest tides 16 Wharf Rd., Scots Bay. rise and fall. Size: 0.26 ha (.642 ac) GPS: N45 18.051 W64 23.700

Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park Natural Setting featuring 55 species 149 Creighton Rd, Shubenacadie. of animals with over 4km of wildlife Size: 20.23 ha (50 ac) and wetland trails. Enjoy Interpretive GPS: N45 05.570 W63 23.576 displays, gift shop, seasonal canteen and ample parking.

38 parks.novascotia.ca Northumberland Shore

Arisaig Pomquet Beach Discover four million years of 5704 Hwy #245 Arisaig. Best example of dune succession in 432 Pomquet Beach Rd, Pomquet. earth history through fossils. Size: 28 ha (70 ac) NS. Tea room near the park; various Hwy 104; Exit 35 or 36 GPS: N45 45.280 W62 09.990 summertime activities. Size: 164.14 ha (405.60 ac) GPS: N45 38.691 W61 49.285 Balmoral Mills Adjacent to the Balmoral 544 Peter Macdonald Rd, Balmoral Mills. Powells Point Grist Mill Museum. Size: 8 ha (20 ac) Sandy and rocky beaches and 8049 Pictou Landing Rd, Little Harbour. GPS: N45 38.780 W63 11.904 the warmest salt water in Size: 25.57 ha (63.18 ac) Nova Scotia. GPS: N45 38.969 W62 34.059 Bayfield Sand and pebble beach; supervised 151 Bayfield Beach Rd, Bayfield. Rushtons Beach swimming on weekends. (Hwy 104, Exit 36) Popular beach on warm salt 723 Hwy 6, Brule. Size: 3.48 ha (8.59 ac) water. Salt marsh attracts a Size: 18.93 ha (46.77 ac) GPS: N45 38.375 W61 45.531 variety of birds. GPS: N45 45.164 W63 07.250

Beaver Mountain Salt Springs Impressive view of Antigonish 472 Beaver Meadow Rd, James River Nestled against the banks 2532 Hwy 4, Salt Springs. and Cape Breton Island. (Hwy 104, Exit 30). of the West River. Hwy 104 (Exit 19) Trail system is 6 KM long; Size: 136 ha (337 ac) Size: 28.87 ha (71.34 ac) some paved. GPS: N45 33.961 W62 9.339 GPS: N45 32.696 W62 52.772

Blue Sea Beach Shinimicas Sand and cobble beach for swimming. 660 Blue Sea Rd, Malagash Point. Take a break under stately 5252 Hwy 6, Shinimicas. Size: 202 ha (499 ac) elms along the banks of the Size: 6.95 ha (17.17 ac) GPS: N45 48.224 W63 17.899 Shinimicas River. GPS: N45 52.332 W63 54.557

Fox Harbour Tatamagouche Small sandy beach on 865 Fox Harbour South Rd, Wallace. Near most Village of Tatamagouche 2664 Hwy 6, Tatamagouche. warm water. Size: 60 ha (148 ac) attractions. Size: 6.47 ha (16 ac) GPS: N45 50.100 W63 26.022 GPS: N45 42.581 W63 16.004

Greenhill Tidnish Dock Magnificent view of the Pictou County 209 Dan Fraser Rd, Green Hill. Historic site of eastern terminus 821 Tidnish Head Rd, Tidnish. farmlands below. (Hwy 104, Exit 20) of proposed rail transport of Size: 9.32 ha (23 ac) Size: 9.64 ha (24 ac) ships between Fort Lawrence GPS: N45 59.653 W64 00.66 GPS: N45 34.925 W62 47.464 and Tidnish.

Gulf Shore Waterside Beach Hilltop setting overlooking 1033 Gulf Shore Rd, Gulf Shore Long sandy beach on 649 R. Grant Rd, Caribou River. the Northumberland Strait. Size: 9.78 ha (24.17 ac) warm water; seldom crowded. Size: 95.71 ha (236.5 ac) Sandy beach. GPS: N45 52.351 W63 37.582 GPS: N45 45.544 W62 46.585

Heather Beach Wentworth Located on the warm waters 700 Heather Beach Rd, Port Howe Scenic views year-round along a 14160 Hwy 4, Wentworth. of the Northumberland Strait. Limited Size: 7 ha (17 ac) small meandering river. Trails Hwy 104 (Exit 7 or 11) parking. GPS: N45 52.483 W63 45.226 connect to Cobequid Mountain. Size: 143.3 ha ( 354.10 ac) Popular birding location. GPS: N45 37.782 W63 33.315 Melmerby Beach Popular 2 KM sandy beach. 6280–6380 Little Harbour Rd. Little Ample parking. Harbour (Hwy 104; Exit 25) Size: 113 ha (279 ac) GPS: N45 39.157 W62 29.764

Northport Beach Red sand beach (accessible by stairs) 7722 Hwy 366, Northport. to warm water. Size: 11 ha (27.43 ac) GPS: N45 55.386 W63 50.723

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Cape Breton

Barrachois Mabou Formerly a farm, this park is 2315 Route 223, Ironville. Panoramic view of the Mabou Valley. 11925 Hwy 19, Mabou situated on a knoll under a Size: 118 ha (292 ac) Size: 2.23 ha (5.5 ac) canopy of trees. GPS: N46 08.551 W60 26.658 GPS: N46 4.921 W61 22.288

Ben Eoin MacCormack Look-off with a view of East Bay. 5549 Hwy 4, Ben Eoin. Overlooking Bras d’Or Lake. 2481 St. Columba Rd., Iona. Size: 90 ha (223 ac) View of picturesque Plaster Cove. Size: 4.43 ha (10.95 ac) GPS: N45 57.750 W60 27.650 GPS: N45 57.833 W60 48.621

Cabots Landing North River Scenic views of Pollets Cove-Aspy 1904 Bay St. Lawrence Rd, Take a day hike to a spectacular 681 Oregon Rd, North River. Fault Wilderness Area. Historic Sugarloaf. steep-sided river canyon with Size: cairn commemorates the landing Size: 9 ha (21 ac) a 32 metre (104 ft) waterfall. GPS: N46 31.815 W60 66.056 of John Cabot. GPS: N46 56.635 W60 28.007 18 KM round-trip.

Cape Smokey Petersfield Spectacular views of the coast 40301 Cabot Trail, Cape Smokey. Cultural history parkoverlooking 1126 Westmount Rd, Sydney. and highlands. Ten KM (return) trail Size: 718 ha (1774 ac) Sydney Harbour. Seven KM of trails. Size: 22.81 ha (56.36 ac) takes approx. 4 hours to hike. GPS: N46 35.723 W60 23.135 GPS: N46 8.640 W60 13.462

Dalem Lake Point Michaud Beach A 2.2 KM trail encircling the lake 220 New Dominion Rd, Boularderie. Sandy beach, backed by sand 3796 Hwy 247, Point Michaud and a white-sand beach. Size: 48 ha (118 ac) dunes and cranberry bogs. Surfing Size: 60.60 ha (149.75 ac) GPS: N46 15.000 W60 25.236 opportunities. GPS: N45 35.533 W60 40.805

Dominion Beach Pondville Beach Sandy beach. 48 Lower Mitchell Avenue, Dominion. A 1 KM sandy beach, backed 219 Pondville North Rd., Arichat. Size: 28 ha (69 ac) by gentle dunes, a large lagoon Size: 3.35 ha (8.28 ac) GPS: N46 12.818 W60 01.729 and salt marsh. GPS: N45 32.319 W60 58.681

Dundee Port Hood Station Boat launch, shore access on 2285 West Bay Road Cobble beach with adjacent 8657 Hwy 19, Port Hood. the Bras d’Or Lake. Size: 0.2 ha (.494 ac) white-sand beach. Size: 16.38 ha (40.47 ac) GPS: N45 41.847 W61 06.326 GPS: N46 00.191 W61 31.797

Groves Point Ross Ferry Sand and pebble beach on 1055 Hillside Boularderie Rd, Boat launch to the Bras d’Or Lake. Hwy 305 Ross Ferry. warm salt water. Groves Point. Located 5 KM (3 mi) Size: 2.63 ha (6.5 ac) south of Hwy 105. GPS: N46 08.632 W60 35.029 Size: 4.64 ha (11.47 ac) GPS: N46 13.905 W60 20.746 St Anns A 500 m trail offers scenic 51475 Cabot Trail, St. Anns. Irish Cove views of saltmarsh, bay, and Size: 4.27 ha (10.5 ac) Roadside park on a hill 16165 Hwy 4, Irish Cove. softwood forest. GPS: N46 12.488 W60 37.358 overlooking Bras d’Or Lake. Size: 1.08 ha (2.66 ac) GPS: N45 48.923 W60 41.463 Trout Brook White sand beach on the 2535 Hwy 395, Trout Brook. Lake O’ Law shores of Lake Ainslie. Size: 8.58 ha (21.20 ac) Inland park offering swimming 4830 Cabot Trail Hwy 19, Lake O’Law. GPS: N46 05.738 W61 08.454 and carry-in boating. Size: 2.15 ha (5.31 ac) GPS: N46 16.572 W60 57.745 Uisge Bàn Falls A 1.5 KM (round trip) trail amid 715 North Branch Rd. Baddeck Forks. Lennox Passage hardwoods to a spectacular 15 m Hwy 105 (Exit 9) Two KM of trails, and a 2313 Hwy 320, Isle Madame. waterfall. Size: 147.49 ha (364.5 ac) lighthouse to explore. Size: 37.11 ha (91.7 ac) GPS: N46 12.168 W60 46.658 GPS: N45 35.145 W61 01.378 West Mabou Beach Natural environment park with 1757 Little Mabou Rd, Mabou. large sand beach and dune system. Size: 275.26 ha (680.18 ac) Walking/hiking trails. GPS: N46 04.333 W61 28.952 40 parks.novascotia.ca Eastern Shore

Black Duck Cove Musquodoboit Valley Day-use park with a small sandy 1409 Little Dover Road, Little Dover Day-use park bordering the 11685 Hwy 224, beach and a 3.5 km (2 mi.) shoreline Size: 137.14 ha (338.88 ac) Musquodoboit River. Middle Musquodoboit. walking trail. GPS: N45 16.602 W61 1.964 Size: 67 ha (165.54 ac) GPS: N45 03.586 W63 06.868 Clam Harbour Long, wide sandy beach with 158 Beach Rd, Clam Harbour. Port Shoreham Beach supervised swimming on weekends. Size: 183 ha (43 ac) Sand and cobble beach. 1720 Hwy 344, Port Shoreham. GPS: N44 43.823 W62 53.132 Size: 39.28 ha (97.06 ac) GPS: N45 25.567 W61 23.946 Cole Harbour-Lawrencetown Coastal Heritage Park System Lawrencetown Beach, Rainbow Haven Beach Sand and cobble beaches with 4348 Lawrencetown Rd Popular beach in Cole Harbour– 2249 Cow Bay Rd (Hwy 322) adjacent trails. Noted surfing Size: 746 ha (1843.5 ac) Lawrencetown system. Size: area. Strong riptides and currents. GPS: N44 38.688 W63 20.706 GPS: N44 38.874 W63 25.437 swimmers must exercise caution. Sherbrooke Elderbank Softwood forest beside the 8407, Hwy 7, Sherbrooke. Non-motorized access on the 5819 Hwy 357, Elderbank. St. Marys River. Size: 0.31 ha (.76 ac) Musquodoboit River. Size: 0.81 ha (2 ac) GPS: N45 09.151 W61 58.519 GPS: N44 58.837 W63 12.970 Shubenacadie Canal and (no showers) Lochiel Lake Waterway – National Historic 54 Locks Rd, Dartmouth Quiet setting with wooded and open 13575 Hwy 7, Lochiel Lake Civil Engineering Site Size: 7.44 ha (18.38 ac) areas overlooking the lake. Size: 4.1 ha (10.3 ac) Interpretation at Fairbanks Centre. GPS: N 44 42 7.928 W 63 33 12.638 GPS: N45 21.231 W62 03.496 Spry Bay Marie Joseph Roadside stop overlooking 19310 Hwy 7, Spry Bay. Picturesque roadside park with a 1420 Hwy 7, Liscomb Mills. the bay. Size: 0.13 ha (.32 ac) view of offshore islands. Size: 0.68 ha (1.68 ac) GPS: N44 50.525 W62 37.214 GPS: N44 58.066 W62 05.195 Taylor Head Martinique Beach Wind swept peninsula with a variety of 20140 Hwy 7, Spry Bay. Crescent, white-sand beach. 2389 Petpeswick Rd., East habitats, geological features, scenic Size: 855.95 ha (2115.09 ac) Protected area for piping plover. Petpeswick. look-offs, and secluded beaches. GPS: N44 50.675 W62 34.889 Limited parking on weekends. Size: 47 ha (116 ac) GPS: N44 41.394 W63 08.841 Tor Bay Moose River Gold Mines Picturesque rocky point looking 650 Hwy 316, Tor Bay. out to the Atlantic; sandy beach. Size: 12.88 ha (31.83 ac) The park commemorates the 6740 Mooseland Road, GPS: N45 11.275 W61 21.267 1936 Moose River mine disaster. Moose River Gold Mines Size: 1 ha (2.5 ac) GPS: N44 59.206 W62 56.641

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