Parks Canada in Nova Scotia

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Parks Canada National Parks and National Historic Sites in Nova Scotia

Map of National Parks and National Historic Sites in Nova Scotia

Parks Canada-administered places in Nova Scotia

Halifax Defence Complex

Mainland Nova Scotia

Cape Breton Island

Offshore

Sable Island National Park Reserve

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Parks Canada-administered places

Places to stay overnight

Parks Canada Perfect Picnic!

A Parks Canada Perfect Picnic spot

Planning a day trip? Pre-order a Perfect Picnic lunch from participating local suppliers. The Parks Canada Perfect Picnic is available from July to October.

Locations:

A visitor enjoying a lobster roll picnic. — Enjoying a lobster roll at Georges Island

Cliff-side campground with a view of the sea.

New this year!

Cape Breton Highlands National Park — Mkwesaqtuk/Cap-Rouge Campground

**Fortress Halifax – A City Shaped by Conflict**

Immerse yourself in the largest and newest exhibit at the Halifax Citadel.
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site

Campers at a campfire next to the sea. — **Mkwesaqtuk/Cap-Rouge Campground**

Visit Cape Breton Highlands National Park’s newest campground! This cliff-side retreat is the perfect spot to launch your adventure, where the mountains meet the sea.
Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Visitors on a guided tour inside a stone building holding lanterns.

Featured programs

Ghost tour at the Halifax Citadel

Make the most of your visit with a unique enhanced program. From cultural to culinary programs, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Additional fees may apply.