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  • Halifax, Nova Scotia

    Fort Needham Playground

    5.0
    A kid’s park of all parks! Talk about a poster child of parks! The US could take a lesson! A special beautiful spot, with plenty to do for kids small and big kids like us. Plenty of grassy and shaded spaces, far away from roads, and wonderful gardens to explore in.  This is definitely one of the...
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  • Halifax, Nova Scotia

    Fort Needham Memorial Park

    Fort Needham by far my favorite park in Halifax. We stumbled upon it completely by accident and was pleasantly surprised to find that the entire park was a memorial and is beautifully done. The landscaping has been designed to tell the story of the Halifax explosion. A must for history buffs. Inc...
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  • Halifax, Nova Scotia

    Halifax Public Gardens

    5.0
    Halifax Public Gardens was first established by the Nova Scotia Horticultural Society in 1836, and grew to its present size and layout in 1875. It was recognized as a National Historic Site in 1984. The gardens are a perfect display of a Victorian garden, carefully laid out and well-tended for p...
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  • Halifax, Nova Scotia

    Rum Runners Trail to Tantalon

    5.0
    74.03 mi / 1827 ft gain
    Trail riding can’t get better than this. The Rum Runner trail is a bit tricky to find if you're not from the area, but Google maps will show you the way. This is a popular trail used for hiking, biking, and running, and plenty of places to stop and soak in the amazing views. It starts in Halifax ...
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  • Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

    Leighton Dillman Park

    5.0
    0.74 mi / 98 ft gain
    Found in the heart of Dartmouth, Leighton Dillman Park is a great place to stroll through the paths. It is a bit hilly in places, so it can feel like it's more of a hike. The view is worth the climb. There are benches and shaded, covered, areas where you can rest or enjoy your lunch. There is als...
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  • Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

    Ferry Terminal Park

    4.0
    If you're looking to hang out in downtown Dartmouth in green space with a view and no hills, Ferry Terminal Park is the spot! The locals say the best view of Halifax can be seen from there. A great farmers market in the terminal and a nice playground park for kids to explore and play. Great spot...
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  • Halifax, Nova Scotia

    Explore Georges Island National Historic Site

    Georges Island is a historical site with tunnels, a lighthouse, and plenty of Halifax History.  It is located in the Halifax Harbor, and there are multiple ferries going to and from the island.  Once on the island, you can enjoy self guided tours and scenic views.  Remember to bring hiking or stu...
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  • Halifax, Nova Scotia

    Drive the Scenic Lighthouse Route in Nova Scotia

    5.0
    Drive from Halifax to Lunenburg on the scenic Highway and you'll see several beautiful and historic lighthouses, the pricturesque town of Mahone Bay with its 3 churches, and Lunenbourg a Unesco World Heritage site with many older houses and churches. The views driving along the bay are spectacular!
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  • Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia

    Salt Marsh Trail to Lawrencetown Beach

    5.0
    12.4 mi / 220 ft gain
    The Salt Marsh Trail is absolutely one of our favourites in the Cole Harbour/Lawrencetown region of Nova Scotia’s Eastern Shore. The trail is a former railway line, now converted to a level, fine gravel trail which is part of the rails to trails system. We biked the trail in the Fall and the leav...
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  • East Lawrencetown, Nova Scotia

    Conrad’s Beach

    5.0
    A part of the Nova Scotia Coastal Heritage Park System, Conrad's Beach is a jewel. The system is made up of three beach's - Lawrencetown Beach, Stoney Beach, and Conrad's Beach. Most of the beaches around are made up of rocks and cobblestones. But Conrad's is one of the nicest sand beaches around...
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  • Peggys Cove, Nova Scotia

    Explore Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia

    4.8
    Peggy's Cove is 43 kilometers (26 miles) southwest of Downtown Halifax and comprises one of the numerous small fishing communities located around the perimeter of the Chebucto Peninsula. The community is named after the cove of the same name, a name also shared with Peggy's Point, immediately to ...
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