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| Pictou County |
 Goodman Rotary Park |
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The Goodman Rotary Park overlooks the East River and has picnic tables, benches, washrooms and outdoor exercise equipment available for use. There is access to the East River and many community members can be found kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding along the river during the Summer months.
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| Shelburne County |
 Green Hills Walking Trail |
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The Green Hills Walking Trail is located on Cripple Creek Road in Clam Point. Drive down Cripple Creek Road and take a left before you reach the wharf. There is a large parking space, garbage can, and signage to keep your dog on a leash. The trail follows the shoreline in Clam Point and is a excellent and peaceful walk to sight see and watch waves. There is also a beach. The trail is roughly 1.7km one way. |
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| Pictou County |
 Greenhill Provincial Park & Trail |
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Situated on a ridge between the West and Middle River valleys, Greenhill Provincial Park offers stunning views of the countryside. Hiking trails along the ridge use switchbacks to descend ~200m into beautiful old-growth forests. There is even a small pond near the entrance to the park complete with goldfish. Restrooms, parking and picnic tables are available on site. Whether you are looking to relax and enjoy a scenic view, pleasant walk or challenging hike, Greenhill Provincial Park has something for any outdoor enthusiast. |
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| Pictou County |
 Greenvale Falls |
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The Greenvale Falls provide a pleasant hike with a rope to assist you in reaching the base falls, making it suited for people of all ages. |
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| Pictou County |
 Havill Family Park |
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The Havill Family Park has two play structures, swings, picnic tables, benches, and a climbing wall for use on its playground.
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| Antigonish County |
 Havre Boucher Wharf |
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Small Craft Harbour |
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| Pictou County |
 Hector Exhibit Centre & Archives, McCulloch House Museum & Geneology Centre |
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The Hector Exhibit Centre, now known as the McCulloch House Museum & Genealogy Centre, was opened on July 21st, 1973 as a project by the Federal Government in commemoration of the 200th anniversary of the landing of the Ship Hector. The Genealogy Centre hosts a broad range of temporary exhibits focusing on local history and culture during the summer months. It is also the location of the archival facility and research center. With a growing interest in the heritage of Pictou County, this abundance of archival material includes hundreds of personal and corporate documents as well as family histories, newspapers on microfilm, vital statistics and much more. These resources combined with an extensive local history library provide visitors, students and academics alike with the opportunity to deeply explore the heritage of Eastern Canada. The McCulloch House Museum presents the life, career, and contribution of Thomas McCulloch, minister, writer, scientist, and educational reformer. As well, to introduce the story of Scottish settlement in Pictou county and to interpret the significant contribution of the Scots. |
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| Pictou County |
 Hector Quay Visitors Marina |
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Hector Quay Visitors Marina Serves local and traveling boaters for over 20 years. We are a perfect stopping place or seasonal port.
Free outdoor concerts during July and August every Sunday and Monday, 6-8pm.
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| Pictou County |
 Hinkley's Falls |
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Hinkley's Falls is a nice area for some quiet reflection and a foot soak in the cool water. |
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| Pictou County |
 Hopewell Heritage Foot Bridge Nature Trail |
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"The Hopewell Footbridge nature trail is one of the last surviving footbridges in North America. It was originally built in the 1800's along with another footbridge, which was destroyed by ice and extreme winter conditions. In 1991 large effort was made to restore the bridge. The bridge itself stems off into a series of trails and walking paths overlooking the river. The Africentric Heritage park opened in 2000 and bears the inscription “to our children." It was created to commemorate the past, focus on the present and provide a foundation for the cultural future of African Nova Scotians. The Park is situated on Vale Road in the South end of New Glasgow. At the heart of the park is a pyramid-shaped building, which symbolizes the pyramids of Egypt. Each side of the building represents a portion of the history and migration story of the Black community in Nova Scotia. |
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| Inverness County |
 Inverness Beach |
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The waters of Inverness are usually warmer as compared to many of the other salt water beaches in Nova Scotia. Lifeguard services July and August. Facilities: Beach is known for the potential of high surf conditions which can cause rips and lateral currents. |
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| Inverness County |
 Inverness Education Centre/Academy Playground |
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Inverness Education Centre/Academy outdoor recreation space includes playground equipment suitable for pre-primary to Grade 12 children. The area provides opportunities for active play, physical activity, and outdoor recreation for students and the local community. |
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| Shelburne County |
 Island View Park |
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Island View Park offers a serene retreat with breathtaking panoramic vistas of the surrounding ocean, lush greenery, and a tranquil atmosphere, providing an idyllic setting for relaxation and a perfect view of Cape Sable Island.
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| Pictou County |
 Jitney Trail - River John to Pictou |
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Jitney Trail - River John to Pictou is a beautiful recreational trail in the Northumberland Shore region from Pictou's waterfront to Brown's Point. Walkers, cyclists and in-line skaters can enjoy a 3-km trail to the site where the Ship Hector made it's historic landing in 1773. |
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| Pictou County |
 Jitney Trail, Pictou Waterfront |
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The Jitney Trail begins along the waterfront in Pictou and follows the abandoned rail line west around Norway Point and under the causeway to Browns Point. From the parking area the paved, 5 to 7 foot wide trail runs along the shoreline of Pictou Harbour. This paved area is excellent for wheelchair, bicycle, rollerblade, and stroller use. Walkers and cyclists can enjoy a three-kilometre trail to the site where the ship Hector made its historic landing in 1773. Park benches and picnic tables are available, allowing you to take in the panoramic views. Along the way, you can learn about Pictou through interpretive panels and views of the site the Hector settlers landing. The Jitney Trail connects directly to the Trans Canada Trail System for more avid hikers/bikers. Washrooms are available at Brown's Point or at the Hector Quay Visitor's Marina. The trail is partially lit and paved for first 1.5 km (from the entrance on the town-side). An application for facility usage is available at the Town Office for anyone looking to use the trail for a special event or a charity run/walk event. |
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| Pictou County |
 Johnny Miles Memorial Trail |
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Named in tribute to Boston Marathon winner, the late Johnny Miles. The Johnny Miles Memorial Trail is a short and sweet winding gravel path that starts alongside the McDonald's on East River Road, heading through some light woodland and forking between two paths leading to Walkerville Road and down to Park Street near the Scott W. Weeks Sports Complex and jogging track, and a stone's throw from the North Nova Education Centre. |
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| Pictou County |
 Juniper Head Trail |
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The Juniper Head Trail passes through an immature spruce forest, as well as an old sugar maple and yellow birch forest, with several old forest lichens. It runs along old skidder roads, brooks, and Juniper Brook and the Gully Lake Trail before ending at Juniper Brook and the Gully Lake Trail. |
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| Pictou County |
 Kensington Playground & Picnic Grounds |
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Kensington Playground & Picnic Grounds for the whole family to enjoy.
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| Inverness County |
 Lake O’Law Provincial Park |
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Lake O’Law Provincial Park is an inland park on the shore of Lake O’Law on the Cabot Trail (24 km / 15 mi north of Highway 105) on Cape Breton Island. It's the only provincial park in Inverness County located along the trail. The park features picnic areas in fields and mixed-wood stands and a boat launch – a great location for boating and swimming. Popular with traveling public; especially tour buses as a rest/viewing location. |
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| Pictou County |
 Laurie Peace Park |
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The Laurie Peace Park was originally dedicated in 1898 in honor of F.D. Laurie, former mayor of New Glasgow, this park was rededicated in 1992 as Laurie Park, a peace park, by her worship Mayor Anne MacLean on behalf of the residents in the Town of New Glasgow and the Honorable Elmer MacKay MP Central Nova, on behalf of the government of Canada. This peace park is a living legacy of Canada's commitment to world peace and a healthy environment.
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| Inverness County |
 Lawrence's Beach |
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Lawrence's beach is fairly easy to access and is miles of sandy coastline with stunning views of both Henry Island and Port Hood Island. |
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| Inverness County |
 Le Buttereau Trail |
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The self-guiding trail explores mixed Acadian forest, old fields and foundation ruins on a “buttereau” (small hill) overlooking the Chéticamp River and Gulf of St. Lawrence. Wildflowers, trees and shrubs have invaded these pastures that were once tilled by the Acadian pioneers, making an ideal spot for birds and small mammals. Plaques commemorate former Acadian homesteads. Trailhead: On the Cabot Trail at the Grande Falaise picnic area. |
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| Inverness County |
 Le Chemin du Buttereau |
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Retrace the steps of the Acadian pioneers who travelled this cart path from Le Buttereau, a small settlement of seven families, to Chéticamp. The open fields and bits of foundations are visible reminders of those hardy settlers. This trail offers glimpses of the Chéticamp River, old pastures, small mammals and birds. Trailhead: On the Cabot Trail at the turn off for the Chéticamp Campground. |
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| Inverness County |
 Le Vieux Chemin du Cap-Rouge Trail |
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Follow the route of the old Cabot Trail from Trout Brook as it gently climbs to a ridge midway up Jerome Mountain, offering views of the Atlantic along the entire length of this trail. Traces of Acadian history abound, with the remains of an old school, foundations of the former residents' houses, and the old wharf at La Bloc visible at various points on the journey. Your efforts will be rewarded at the final look-off featuring spectacular views of Presqu'île and the Gulf of St. Lawrence. An exhibit at the look-off provides further information on the families. Trailhead: On the Cabot Trail across from the Trout Brook picnic area |
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| Antigonish County |
 Linwood Beach |
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