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Fire Restrictions in Nova Scotia

Burning restrictions are in place in Nova Scotia from March 15 to October 15 each year. No domestic brush burning or campfires are allowed between 8 am and 2 pm during wildfire risk season. All provincial, municipal, and private campgrounds must follow the burning restrictions. Burning restrictions in national park campgrounds are under the jurisdiction of Parks Canada.

The fine for violating burning restrictions is $25,000.

Restrictions are updated daily at 2 pm on the BurnSafe map.

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Discover Parks in Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia is home to two national parks. The Cape Breton Highlands National Park offers 26 hiking trails, six beaches, coastal look-off points, campgrounds, waterfalls and more. Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site is an inland treasure featuring wilderness trails, lakes, and rivers, backcountry camping and a campground, as well as guided experiences to see stone-carved petroglyphs left by the Mi’kmaq. Located on the open Atlantic, Kejimkujik National Park Seaside is a wild and isolated 22 km² stretch of sandy coastline offering scenic hiking trails.

Nova Scotia is also home to 20 provincial parks and countless municipal and community parks where we invite you to discover the perfect parks for beach-going, camping, hiking, paddling, picnicking, boating, winter activities and exploring, and those offering spectacular scenic look-offs.

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  • Cape Split Provincial Park
    • Hiking
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    • Trail

    Cape Split Provincial Park

    Open year-round

    Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley, Scots Bay
    Read More The Google rating is 4.7
  • Cape George Day Park
    • Hiking
    • Parks

    Cape George Day Park

    From June 1 to October 30

    Northumberland Shore, Cape George
    Read More The Google rating is 4.5
  • Victoria Park
    • Gardens, Parks & Farms

    Victoria Park

    Open year-round

    Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley, Truro
    Read More The Google rating is 4.8
  • Sand Hills Beach Provincial Park
    • Beaches & Pools
    • Birding & Wildlife
    • Parks

    Sand Hills Beach Provincial Park

    From May 17 to October 14

    South Shore, Villagedale
    Read More The Google rating is 4.5
  • Martinique Beach Provincial Park
    • Beaches & Pools
    • Birding & Wildlife
    • Canoeing & Kayaking
    • Parks
    • Surf & Water Sports

    Martinique Beach Provincial Park

    From May 17 to October 14

    Eastern Shore, East Petpeswick
    Read More The Google rating is 4.8
  • Powells Point Provincial Park
    • Beaches & Pools
    • Boating & Sailing
    • Parks
    • Winter Activity

    Powells Point Provincial Park

    From May 17 to October 14

    Northumberland Shore, Little Harbour (New Glasgow area)
    Read More The Google rating is 4.6
  • Stewiacke River Park
    • Canoeing & Kayaking
    • Hiking
    • Parks
    • Sport Fishing

    Stewiacke River Park

    From May 9 to October 12

    Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley, Stewiacke East
    Read More The Google rating is 4.9
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Skyline Trail, Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Cape Breton Highlands National Park

  • Explore any or all of the 26 hiking trails located within the park
  • Spend the night in an oTENTIKs or equipped camping sites in the Park’s campgrounds
  • Golf at one of the top 100 golf courses in the world, Highlands Links, within the Park
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woman canoeing on a lake at Kejimkujik National Park

Kejimkujik National Park & National Historic Site

  • The only Parks Canada site that is both a National Park and a National Historic site
  • A fascinating place to learn about 10,000 years of Mi’kmaq history
  • Set up camp, paddle historic waters, and stargaze in a Dark Sky Preserve
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Kejimkujik National Park

Kejimkujik Seaside

  • Wild and isolated 22 km² stretch of coastline
  • Two scenic trails, secluded rocky coves, silver sand and turquoise waters
  • Take part in the Gone Crabbin’ experience to help save this ecosystem
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Burntcoat Head Park

  • Site of the highest recorded tides in the world
  • Descend the staircase to the seabed where you can explore at low tide
  • Walking trails, replica lighthouse, picnic area and scenic viewpoint of Cobequid Bay
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Cape Chignecto cliffs

Cape Chignecto Provincial Park

  • Wilderness park, offering 29 km (18 mi) of pristine coastline, deep valleys, sheltered coves
  • 53 km (33 mi) of wilderness trails, overlooking the Bay of Fundy, remote campsites
  • Eatonville day-use park offers an accessible trail system, viewing platforms, and picnic areas
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