Arisaig Provincial Park



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Antigonish


Park Size: 28 hectares
Trail Length: 1.6 kilometre

Difficulty: Easy - Family
Park Amenities:
Beach
Hiking
Interpretive Signs
Pavilion
Picnicking
Sightseeing
Walking
Wildlife Watching


Arisaig Provincial Park

Antigonish, Nova Scotia Parks Guide

Canada Parks, Trails & Places

Arisaig Provincial Park is best known as a fossil destination for geology buffs. Some fossils are easily visible in the rock, while others can be discovered during a search. However, the park has much more to offer like a beautiful sandy beach, a 1.6 kilometer hiking trail, and some great views overlooking the Northumberland Shore.

What are the Top Things To Do, Activities, and Adventures at the Arisaig Provincial Park?

Arisaig Provincial Park adventures, and activities most enjoyed include hiking, sightseeing, picnicking, swimming, beachcombing, camping,  fossil digging (but you cannot take them) and snowshoeing and xc skiing.

Why Arisaig Provincial Park?

Because there are few places in Nova Scotia, let along Canada, where fossils are easily visible in the rocks as they lay. It is here, in this park, that one can view rocks dating back 448 million years ago. Then there is the beach!

What are the features, amenities, and exhibits available for travelers to explore while at the Arisaig Provincial Park?

The more important features, amenities, services and exhibits located in and around Arisaig Provincial Park includes hiking trails, interpretive centre, information signs, sightseeing benches, shelters, picnic area, wheelchair friendly, lookout viewpoints, parking and toilets.

Come to Arisaig Provincial Park in Nova Scotia, Canada

Address:

Arisaig Provincial Park
5704 Highway #245
Antigonish
Canada

How To Get ToArisaig Provincial Park

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29 kilometre (23 minute) drive northwest of Downtown Antigonish to the Arisaig Provincial Park.
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