Parks Status Overview
Just because our woods are taking a breather doesn’t mean your Nova Scotia adventure has to! Explore the coast; visit beaches and walk on the ocean floor, visit tide pools or rent a kayak and get on the water. Escape the heat and enjoy the culture and heritage of our museums and historical sites. Or fill-up on our culinary delights with vineyards and wine-tastings or lobster suppers and tours, There’s coasts, culture and cuisine calling, but for now, maybe leave the hiking boots at home.
While we work to provide the most current information, this list is not exhaustive and may not include every closure or update. We recommend checking individual park websites and social media channels before your visit. We will continue to update this page as new details become available.
What counts as the woods?
According to Nova Scotia’s Forests Act, the woods includes the following:
- forested land
- rock barren
- brush land
- dry marsh
- bog or muskeg
Nova Scotia Provincial Parks
Website: https://parks.novascotia.ca
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NSProvincialParks
Provincial Parks Closed Due to Wooded Trail Focus:
- Mickey Hill, Annapolis County
Activity and travel within the woods is off limits because continued dry conditions have greatly increased the risk of wildfires. People can still access beaches and parks but trail systems are closed. Camping is allowed in provincial parks campgrounds. There is a province-wide ban on open fires which means campfires are prohibited until further notice. Gas stoves and barbeques can be used for cooking. Charcoal barbeques are permitted with charcoal briquettes only. Portable lanterns are permitted.
Closures/Changes:
- All wooded trails in Annapolis County remain closed.
- Day-use areas and beaches remain open.
- Campfires and smoking are never allowed in day-use parks.
- Camping only permitted in official campgrounds.
- Gas stoves and barbecues permitted for cooking.
- Charcoal barbecues permitted with charcoal briquettes only.
- Portable lanterns permitted.
Full list and updates available here.
Parks Canada Sites (National Parks & Historic Sites)
Website: https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/index
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/parkscanada
Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site
Closures:
- All trails in Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site
- Backcountry camping at Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site
What remains open:
- Front-country camping, beaches, and day-use areas (including Jakes Landing equipment rentals)
Kejimkujik National Park Seaside
All trails at Kejimkujik National Park Seaside are closed until further notice to reduce the risk of wildfires. Updates will be provided as information changes.
Melanson Settlement National Historic Site
Melanson Settlement National Historic Site is closed until further notice to reduce the risk of wildfires. Updates will be provided as information changes.
