Activities and experiences

Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site

Discover deep traditions in harmony with nature. Indigenous petroglyphs illuminate thousands of years of Mi’kmaw heritage here. Paddle waterways and hike or bike woodland trails through rich ecosystems. Stay overnight in this Dark Sky Preserve.

Current fire danger rating and fire ban information

Motorized watercraft

As of 2026, it is prohibited to operate motorized watercraft within Kejimkujik, except with written authorization from the Superintendent and for the purpose of park administration.

Calendar of events

Keji Multisport Festival: September 12 and September 13

A hand touching petroglyphs carved in stone.

Guided experiences

Guided petroglyph tours, hikes, paddles, painting and cultural programs.

Camping

Camping is available from mid-May to October. Reserve online.

Hiking

Hiking is one of the most popular activities at Kejimkujik.

A family riding their bikes through the forest.

Biking

Biking is a great way for all age groups to explore Kejimkujik!

Accessibility and easier-access visits

Accessibility trip planning, featured activities and adaptive equipment.

Three people picnic on the beach.

Kejimkujik National Park Seaside

Explore a distinct region of Kejimkujik and discover wild beauty on the Atlantic coast.

At Kejimkujik Seaside, the Atlantic coast reveals its beauty with white sand beaches, turquoise water, and lagoons that provide nurseries for all sorts of sea life.

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Breathe easier in Kejimkujik!

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Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site, Nova Scotia.

A montage of the scenic views and various experiences available at Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site. The displayed experiences include: canoeing in Kejimkujik Lake, hiking and biking on forested trails, and families enjoying the oTENTik, rustic cabin, and Parks Canada Red Chairs.

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Camping and overnight accommodations

Back-country camping Backcountry camping
Canoeing Canoe camping
Camping Camping
Camping Group camping
Camping Jeremy's Bay Campground
Ôasis Ôasis
oTENTik oTENTik
Camping Reservations
Accommodation Roofed accommodations
Cabins Rustic cabin
Camping Tent and RV camping

Things to do

Wildlife viewing Animal watching
Sea birds Bird watching
Interpretation Calendar of special events
Canoeing Canoeing
Cross-country skiing Cross-country skiing
Bicycles Cycling
Interpretation Discovering Mi'kmaw culture, traditions, and language
Dogs on leash Dog walking (on leash)
Museum Exhibits in the Visitor Centre
Exhibit Family programs
Fatbiking
Fishing Fishing
Geocaching Geocaching
Interpretation Guided experiences
Hiking Hiking
Hiking Backcountry hiking
Notice board Interpretive trail
Kayaking Kayaking
Mountain biking Mountain biking
Sea Kayaking Paddling
Photo Opportunity Photography
Picnic area Picnicking
Playground Playground
Lookout Finding the Parks Canada red chairs
Interpretation School programs
Hiking Fall, winter, and spring
Sea Kayaking Stand-up paddleboarding
Snowshoeing Snowshoeing
Stargazing
Swimming Swimming
Theatre Theatre
Interpretation Tours and programs
Exhibit Volunteer programs
Sea Kayaking Wilderness canoeing
Exhibit Youth Programs

Things to do at Kejimkujik National Park Seaside

Lookout Kejimkujik Seaside
Wildlife viewing Animal watching
Beaches Stroll along the beach by the sea
Sea birds Bird watching
Lookout Citizen science: Coastie initiative
Dogs on leash Dog walking (on leash)
Hiking Hiking
Lookout Lookout
Parking Parking
Photo Opportunity Photography
Picnic area Picnicking
Lookout Red chairs

Services and amenities

Accessible parking
Accessible Facilities Accessible services
Accessible Toilet Accessible toilets
Accommodation Accommodations
Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
Beaches Beaches
Bicycle rental Bicycle rentals
Bus parking Bus parking
Camping Camping
Kayak rental Camping equipment rentals
Electric car charging station Device charging station
Docking
Dogs on leash Dogs on leash
Canoe rental Equipment rentals
Electric car charging station Electric car charging station
Firewood
First Aid
Interpretation centre Indoor Exhibit
Interpretation Interpretation
Gift Shop Gift shop
Accommodation Historic stay
Information Information
Kayak rental Kayak rentals
Lookout Lookout
Toilet Outhouses
Parking Parking
Picnic area Picnic area
Picnic Shelter Picnic shelter
Playground Playground
Canoe rental Canoe rentals
Coffee shop Restaurant or café
Toilet Restrooms
Camping Roofed accommodations
Lookout Sky Circle
Lookout Trails
Information Visitor Centre
WiFi Wi-Fi

Services and amenities at Kejimkujik National Park Seaside

Accessible parking
Accessible Toilet Accessible toilets
Beaches Seaside beaches
Bus parking Bus parking
Dogs on leash Dogs on leash
Lookout Lookouts (4)
Toilet Outhouses
Parking Parking
Picnic area Picnic area
Picnic Shelter Picnic shelter
Toilet Restrooms
Lookout Trails (2)
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