Park Info: Rising majestically from the shores of the Minas Basin, Blomidon Provincial Park is renowned for its spectacular views. Blomidon's 759 ha (1,875 acres) include 180 m (600 ft.) high cliffs, a variety of habitats, striking natural features, abundant wildlife -- and the world's highest tides wash its shores. These natural attractions provide excellent opportunities for camping, hiking, beachcombing, photography or just appreciating nature.
To learn more about Blomidon Provincial Park, watch this Bay of Fundy Travel Show feature video.
Facilities and Services
Blomidon Provincial Park is open from May 18 to Sept. 3 for the 2012 Season and offers a 70-site campground with both woodland and open sites, two picnic areas, an unsupervised beach near the park entrance, and hiking trails. A group campsite, with kitchen shelter and fire grills, is available by reservation only.
Camping reservations can be made beginning April 2, 2012. See Reservations for details and conditions.
Programs and Events
May 19, 2012
10:00 AM
Fairy Shrimps, Spring Flowers and Birds
Join Naturalist Jim Wolford for an interpretive walk on the Jodrey Trail to a seasonal pond that contains the rare and beautiful fairy shrimp. Other pond life, spring flowers, and birds will also be seen or heard. This very easy nature walk is suitable for adults and children who are capable of the distance (approximately 2 km). Wear comfortable walking shoes or boots and bring water. Binoculars, cameras, magnifying glasses, and field guides are also recommended, if you have them. Participants will meet at the park office at 10 AM. Sponsored by the Blomidon Naturalists Society. Contact Jim at (902) 542-9204.
This event will be held rain or shine.
July 7, 2012
10:30 AM
Birds of Prey in Nova Scotia
This is an interactive talk on hawks, eagles, and owls in Nova Scotia. There are lots of visual aids and fun family games to re-enforce concepts learned. This is a great educational & interesting talk for the whole family! Meet at the maintenance shed. Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural Resources. Contact Kim Huskins at (902) 697-6097 or email huskinkd@gov.ns.ca.
July 21, 2012
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Make a Kite on Parks Day
A kite making workshop for parents and children of all ages. Materials are supplied free, and prizes will be awarded. Meet at the park maintenance building. Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural Resources. Contact the park at (902) 582-7319 or email BlomidonPark@gov.ns.ca.
July 21, 2012
1:30 PM
Forest Fire Fighting with Smokey the Bear
Meet Smokey the Bear and Nova Scotia Forest Fire Fighters. Get a look at a Forest Fire truck and all the fire equipment that is used to keep Smokey and his wildlife friends safe in their forest home. This event will take place near the Campground Host site. Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural Resources. Contact Webster Andrews at (902) 679-6097 or email andrewwa@gov.ns.ca.
July 21, 2012
9:00 AM
Muddy Blomidon Biodiversity
Biodiversity is the word used to describe the wonderful abundance of life on Earth. This biodiversity does a tremendous amount of work that is essential to humans (like pollinating our food) and the health of the planet. The tidal mudflats of Blomidon Park are full of biodiversity: fascinating plants, animals and other organisms all doing very interesting and weird things. Walk and talk with Dr. Sherman Boates, NS Department of Natural Resources, and discover first hand, the Fundy tides, intertidal life, and what you can do to help in 2012, during the United Nations International Decade of Biodiversity. Suitable for all ages. Meet at the beach parking lot. For more information contact the park at (902) 582-7319 or email BlomidonPark@gov.ns.ca.
November 3, 2012
11:00 AM
Blomidon Trail Hike
Join the Chebucto Hiking Club for a moderate 13 km hike suitable for all ages. This hike is rated 4C - a good deal of significant hill climbing and a significant part of the walk takes place on somewhat difficult terrain (rocky, rooted paths). Bring water, snacks, lunch and hiking shoes or boots. We will meet at the Blomidon Provincial Park lower parking lot. Contact Lisa at (902) 406-6346, email chebuctohiking@hotmail.com or visit www.chc.chebucto.org.
November 10, 2012
11:00 AM
Blomidon Park Hikes
Join the Valley Trekkers Volkssport Club for a guided walk through Blomidon Provincial Park. There will be an option of a 10 or 13 kilometer walk along groomed trails. Suitable for adults only. Dress for weather conditions and footwear for wet and muddy conditions. Bring water, and snacks for lunch. Meet in the lower parking lot at Blomidon Provincial Park. Please note that a $2 fee will be collected prior to the walk. Contact Rick at (902) 847-1772.
Hiking/Walking Trails
A 14 km (8.5 mi.) system of interconnected trails provides access to a variety of habitats and numerous scenic look-offs within the park.
Jodrey Trail - The 6 km (3.7 mi.) long trail skirts 183 m (600-ft.) sea cliffs with numerous viewing stations overlooking the Minas Basin. This trail winds through a sugar maple, yellow birch and beech forest and near the park's only bog. At Indian Springs Brook, a cairn commemorates the gift of 162 ha (400 acres) to the park by the late Roy Jodrey.
Look-off Trail - The 1.6 km (1 mi.) long trail offers views of the Minas Basin and Five Islands Provincial Park, 24 km (15 mi.) across the bay.
The Woodland Trail winds 3.2 km (1.9 mi.) through forest habitats of sugar maple, yellow birch, beech, and white spruce and balsam fir.
The Borden Brook Trail - 3.5 km (2.2 mi.), the trail skirts a series of waterfalls while passing through a predominantly white spruce forest.
A short interpretive trail also provides information on the hardwood and softwood forests of Nova Scotia.
Nearby Attractions
Wolfville, 20 km
Halifax, 100 km
Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival
Fort Edward National Historic Site, Windsor
Haliburton House Museum, Windsor
Shand House Museum, Windsor
Grand Pré National Historic Park
For more information on these and other attractions, please consult the Nova Scotia Doers and Dreamers Guide or visit one of the many Visitor Information Centres.
How to Find Us
Blomidon Provincial Park is located on Nova Scotia's Fundy Coast, 25 kilometres (15 miles) north of Highway 101, Exit 11. From Exit 11, follow Route 358 to Canning, then proceed through Pereau to the park. Our civic address is: 3138 Pereau Rd, Canning.
GPS Coordinates
X utm:
393912.813539
Y utm:
5012264.08225
Longitude:
64°21' 7.40" W
Latitude:
45°15' 21.13" N
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