Details for Whycocomagh Provincial Park

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Whycocomagh Provincial Park

Whycocomagh Provincial Park sits on a scenic hillside overlooking the Skye River Valley and Bras d’Or Lake. It offers a quiet setting for camping, hiking, and enjoying the area’s natural attractions, with spectacular fall colours in October.

The park has 5.4 km of hiking trails leading to four Salt Mountain look-offs with excellent views of Bras d’Or Lake. Eagles are also commonly seen soaring above the lake.

Whycocomagh was Nova Scotia’s first provincial park to offer yurt camping. Yurts include beds, solar lighting, outdoor decks, and propane barbecues.

Campground accommodations include:

  • 37 open/partially wooded overnight sites
    • 10 serviced with water and electrical
    • 25 unserviced, including two walk-in sites
  • Three cabins (2027)

Park amenities include:

  • Washrooms, showers, and accessible facilities
  • Disposal station
  • Playground
  • Lake access and boat launch
  • Fire grills and dishwashing station
  • Laundry station and cooking shelters
  • Multi-purpose building
  • Wood and ice

Wi-Fi is available at the park office. Leashed pets are permitted.

Address: 89 Provincial Park Rd, Whycocomagh Nova Scotia B0E 3M0
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Provincial Park Map and Trail Guide


Wheelchair Accessible: No