Visit the encampment site, have a dip at the beach, and treat yourself at Lakeview Café & Eatery. Café opens for the season mid-May (weekends only) and will be open daily starting June 20, 2025. Hours and menu can be found on the Lakeview Café & Eatery Facebook page and on Google.
Visiting travel media reported “BEST lobster roll in Fall 2024!
Accessibility at Merrymakedge
Hippocampe all-terrain wheelchair is available for use on trails, May through October
Mobi-chair for beach/swimming area is available May through October
Mobi-mat is available during the summer months at Merrymakedge Beach
Length: 2.7km linear
Hiking Time: 45 minutes
Trail Rating: Easy
The trails at Kejimkujik showcase an incredible variety of habitats, scenery and places of cultural and historical significance. Visitor services at Kejimkujik are available from mid-May until October 31. Please visit our website for maps and information on visitor safety and visitor services.
Be responsible for your safety:
Ensure that dogs are kept leashed, and do not approach, disturb or feed wild animals
Take along appropriate clothing – rapid weather changes often occur at Kejimkujik Seaside
Wear proper hiking footwear. Trail surface is variable and includes both graveled and natural surfaces, uneven terrain, loose beach cobble, and wet surfaces
Have adequate sun protection (hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses) and carry water with you, especially for longer trails, climbs or open barrens
Bring insect repellent, as black flies and mosquitoes are common all summer
Stay on designated paths and boardwalks to protect fragile vegetation and to reduce your chances of encountering ticks
Mountain bikes are permitted only where indicated, for visitor safety and protection of the environment
Tell someone where you’re going and when you’ll be back
Date Details/Hours of Operation
Visit the website for hours and seasonal information. No maintenance in off-season.
