Safety and guidelines

Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site

Fall, winter and spring

From November to Victoria Day weekend, most facilities and services are closed.

Trails are open but not maintained or patrolled, and the floating bridge at Jakes Landing is removed for the season
The campground and backcountry close for the season on October 31 – no overnight stays are permitted until spring 2026

More information about seasonal activities

Camping reservation launch dates

All camping reservations at Kejimkujik open on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 8 am (AT).

Reserve online | 1-877-RESERVE (737-3783) | Outside of North America: 519-826-5391

More information about Parks Canada camping reservations

Your safety is important to us. It is up to you to plan ahead and prepare, as you are in charge of the most important aspects of your safety.

For important information about staying safe while enjoying Kejimkujik, see the topics below:

Be prepared

Important bulletins

Important announcements, fire bans, rules, notifications, and active superintendent orders.

AdventureSmart: Winter safety

Be safe while adventuring during in winter activities, and learn everything you need before leaving.

Visitor guidelines

Protected areas are unique places and require unique rules to protect them.

Be AdventureSmart

AdventureSmart encourages people to "Get Informed & Go Outdoors."

Heat-related emergencies

Heat-related emergencies occur when the body becomes dehydrated.

Cold-related emergencies

Hypothermia, ice safety, and what to bring.

Activities

Wildlife safety

Poison ivy, insects and ticks, black bears, coyotes.

Fire safety

Learn how to have a safe campfire and which stoves to use during a fire ban.

Backcountry camping

How to prepare and plan ahead, challenges, and what to bring.

Hiking safety

Protect yourself against ticks. Cover up, spray, and self-check!

Cycling safety

Wearing a helmet is required by law in Nova Scotia. Ride only on designated trails. Follow traffic rules. Be courteous.

Swimming safety

Tips for swimming safely at Kejimkujik. All beaches at Kejimkujik are unsupervised.

Paddling safety

Paddlers should have navigational and canoe camping skills. Paddlers may encounter high winds and waves at Kejimkujik.

Boating safety

Please follow Transport Canada's regulations and these actions for your safety when boating at Kejimkujik.

Kejimkujik National Park Seaside

Safety at Kejimkujik National Park Seaside

Tips for a safe visit to Kejimkujik National Park Seaside.

Emergencies

Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

An Automated External Defibrillator (AED, used for cardiac emergencies) is available day or night at the Kejimkujik Visitor Centre, 3005 Main Parkway, Maitland Bridge NS B0T 1B0.

Emergency Numbers

Police, Fire, Ambulance (emergency only): 911

Wildlife incidents/Wildfires: 1-877-852-3100 or 1-780-852-3100

Annapolis Community Health Centre, Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia: 902-532-2381

Queens General Hospital, Liverpool, Nova Scotia: 902-354-3436

South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater, Nova Scotia: 902-543-3603

Cellular phones

A cellular phone can be valuable for emergency use in Kejimkujik; however, you should never rely on using one. Cellular service in Keji will vary depending on your phone, your service provider, and your location.

Safety is everyone’s responsibility

At Parks Canada, we do our part to make sure you can have a safe visit by assessing the risks, managing hazards, and making sure that safety information is freely available to everyone.

You can do your part as visitors by making sure you seek out the information you need to stay safe and make well informed decisions while enjoying these special places.

Visit our websites and stop at a visitor center to speak with our employees for the most up to date information.

Make sure you are fully prepared for whatever activities you choose to participate in so you can have a safe, enjoyable and memorable visit.

AdventureSmart