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“The Ocean Playground” has over 1.5 million hectares of parkland, including one national park (Cape Breton Highlands) and 33 provincial parks. From witnessing the Bay of Fundy’s powerful tides to exploring the province’s rich Acadian and Miꞌkmaq heritage, there’s lots in store for Nova Scotia campers. Day trips? Visit Kejimkujik National Park & National Historic Site. Tour the lighthouse at Peggy’s Cove. Try an Annapolis Valley winery. Or grab a pint in friendly Halifax.

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Rissers Beach Provincial Park

Lunenburg () is a port town on the South Shore of Nova Scotia, Canada. Founded in 1753, the town was one of the first British attempts to settle Protestants in Nova Scotia. Historically, Lunenburg's economy relied on the offshore fishery, and today it hosts Canada's largest secondary fish-processing plant. The town experienced prosperity in the late 1800s, and many of its architectural gems dat...

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Kejimkujik National Park

Kejimkujik National Park () is a national park of Canada, covering 404 km2 (156 sq mi) in the southwest of Nova Scotia peninsula. Located within three municipalities, Annapolis, Queens, Digby, it consists of two separate land areas: an inland part, which is coincident with the Kejimkujik National Historic Site of Canada, and the Kejimkujik National Park Seaside on the Atlantic coast. The Histor...

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Thomas Raddall Provincial Park

Nova Scotia ( NOH-və SKOH-shə; French: Nouvelle-Écosse; Scottish Gaelic: Alba Nuadh, lit. 'New Scotland') is a province of Canada, located on its east coast. It is one of the three Maritime provinces. Nova Scotia is the most populous province in Atlantic Canada, with an estimated population of over 1 million as of 2024; it is also the second-most densely populated province in Canada, and second...

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Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Cape Breton Highlands National Park is a Canadian national park on northern Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia. The park was the first national park in the Atlantic provinces of Canada and covers an area of 948 square kilometres (366 sq mi). It is one of 42 in Canada's system of national parks. It consists of mountains, valleys, waterfalls, rocky coastlines and the Cape Breton Highlands, a tu...

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Caribou Munroes Provincial Park

This is a list of provincial parks in the Canadian province of Nova Scotia. These provincial parks are maintained by the Nova Scotia Provincial Parks branch of the Department of Natural Resources. For a list of protected areas in Nova Scotia, see the List of protected areas of Nova Scotia.

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Graves Island Provincial Park

The history of Nova Scotia covers a period from thousands of years ago to the present day. Prior to European colonization, the lands encompassing present-day Nova Scotia (also historically referred to as Mi'kma'ki and Acadia) were inhabited by the Mi'kmaq people. During the first 150 years of European settlement, the region was claimed by France and a colony formed, primarily made up of Catholi...

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Five Islands Provincial Park

Halifax is the capital and most populous municipality of the Canadian province of Nova Scotia, and the most populous municipality in Atlantic Canada. As of 2023, it is estimated that the population of the Halifax CMA was 518,711, with 348,634 people in its urban area. The regional municipality consists of four former municipalities that were amalgamated in 1996: Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, and...

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Porters Lake Provincial Park

Porters Lake (2011 population: 3,202) is a rural community in the Eastern Shore region of the Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, between Trunk 7 and Route 207, 27.8 km from Halifax. The residents mainly commute to jobs in Dartmouth, Burnside Industrial Park or in Downtown Halifax. The community is built around the lake from which it takes its name.

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Nova Scotia camping resources

Links to help plan your Nova Scotia camping trip

Nova Scotia Parks: Provides comprehensive information on Nova Scotia's provincial parks, including details on camping facilities, activities, and park amenities. Users can explore various camping options, from tent sites to RV accommodations, and access resources for trip planning.

Parks Canada – Nova Scotia: Offers information on national parks within Nova Scotia, including camping options, park activities, and visitor guidelines. The site provides resources for planning visits to parks like Cape Breton Highlands National Park and Kejimkujik National Park.

Tourism Nova Scotia – Campgrounds: Features a directory of campgrounds across the province, including provincial and national parks, as well as private campgrounds. Users can find information on amenities, activities, and contact details for each campground.

Nova Scotia Parks Reservation Service: The official reservation portal for Nova Scotia's provincial parks, allowing users to book campsites and accommodations. The site offers real-time availability and detailed descriptions to assist in planning stays.

Cape Breton Highlands National Park – Camping: Provides detailed information on camping within Cape Breton Highlands National Park, including campground locations, amenities, and reservation procedures. Users can learn about various camping experiences, from front-country sites to backcountry adventures.

Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site – Camping: Offers comprehensive details on camping in Kejimkujik National Park, highlighting options like equipped camping, oTENTik accommodations, and traditional campsites. The site also provides information on park activities and natural features.

Nova Scotia Provincial Parks – Camping Parks: Provides information on camping across Nova Scotia's provincial parks, including site types, amenities, and reservation details. Users can explore unique camping experiences tailored to different interests and comfort levels.

Nova Scotia Parks – Park Fees: Details the fees associated with camping and other activities within Nova Scotia's provincial parks. Users can find pricing for different types of campsites and accommodations to assist in budgeting for their trips.

Nova Scotia Parks – Park Maps: Offers downloadable maps of the province's provincial parks, including campground layouts and trail maps. Users can utilize these resources for navigation and trip planning.

Nova Scotia Parks – Camping Policies: Provides guidelines and policies for camping within Nova Scotia's provincial parks, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors. Users can familiarize themselves with park rules, camping regulations, and safety information.

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