Camping in Amherst, NS, CA: 12 Best Campgrounds 2023

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Amherst

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Joggings fossil cliffs camper site

2 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Cumberland

Imagine waking up and heading straight to the bay of Fundy to fossil hunt! Joggings fossil cliffs is a world famous UNESCO world heritage site for the preservation of the original and only found species that came from water to live on land dating almost 300,000 million years ago! With new fossils being exposed everyday this is a place you will definitely be happy to visit! Many tourist attractions around including a museum, horse back riding, beach tours, hiking trails, and of course the bay of fundy.

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Pride and Joy Homestead

1 site · Tent4 acres · Sackville, Westmorland

4 acre small homestead in progress! Lush, untouched meadow leading to forested area. Private but close to amenities. Sitting just within town limits of Sackville. Walking distance to grocery stores, down town, restaurants, Water Fowl Park, and trails. Welcoming small town with taxi service. Centrally located between PEI, Fredricton, and Halifax. 15 min to the Nova Scotia boarder.

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Rustic Black Lab Retreat

1 site · Tent1 acre · Pugwash, Cumberland

Welcome to our safe-space Rustic Black Lab Retreat where Sullivan is resident lab! While our property is situated in the middle of the village of Pugwash and is well under an acre we offer it as a hip camp listing because we think it's a piece of paradise with a big vibe and plenty of room to relax. We offer simple amenities such as a bbq, picnic tables and campfire chairs. There’s an outdoor shower, an outdoor kitchen and a big deck to chill on. Maybe you need a night or two to catch up with practical matters but still want to feel like you're in nature - if so this could be the place for you. We check fire ban restrictions daily and will keep campers informed of the status. If it's raining we will try to accommodate you inside our home!

Kavanagh Farm camping

11 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents11 acres · Shediac Cape, Westmorland

Learn more about this land:Location, location, location! Spend the day at the beach or exploring the many outdoor activities the Shediac and surrounding areas have to offer!Secluded, quiet camping areas on the back of 11 acres. Listen to one of the two brooks babble, or watch the deer in the nearby field. Take a tour of the farm, eat fresh eggs, collected by you. Only 13 minutes from the beautiful Parlee Beach! Shuttle available!Less than one hour away from Kouchibouguac National Park!15 minutes from Moncton!Just over 5 minutes to Sobey's, NBLC, and gas stations for all of your camping needs!Smores kit, farm-fresh breakfast, farm tours, birthday cakes, eggs, firewood, towels camp chair and table, and cooking packages all available in the extras section!

506 Camp Site

1 site · Tent1 acre · Westmorland

Small Private rural campsite off the trans Canada trail that connects Sackville and Cape Tormentine. Access for atv,sxs,bicycle & hikers . No car access . 5-10 min hike from route 16. parking in small driveway directly across from coburg rd off highway 16. 12x12 wooden platform for tenting with tie down hooks on all 4 corners of the platform , please do not peg or nail tent to platform. Campers should be aware that there is currently no bathroom. Please leave no trace.

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GayLin Farms - Paws Crossing

1 site · Lodging100 acres · Midgic, Westmorland

This working farm has been enjoyed for generations of local families. Stay off-the-grid in a cozy, rustic cabin retreat. The historic barns, deep swimming pond, sugar house, and stunning woods with trails provide ample space and privacy for a quiet and relaxing retreat. Learn more about this land: Come join us at the Gaylin Farms – home to two friendly goats, Newfoundland ponies, a horse, Chanticler chickens, three dogs and a cat. Stay at our completely private cabin (sleeps 3 comfortably, sleeping mats/air mattresses NOT provided) isolated within the centre of a gorgeous 25-acre forest with a private groomed c. 1.5 km walking/biking trail. The cabin is a 5-minute walk from the Trans Canada RailTrail which grants easy access for longer bike rides, runs, hikes, and four-wheeler adventures. There is a large farm pond (10ft deep) on the property for swimming. Enjoy access to locally-sourced food, firewood (at a small fee) drinking water, a private firepit, gas BBQ (bring your own gas!), and our old-fashioned wood-fired cook stove. There is no electricity or running water (but we provide ample drinking water) and there are solar panels so you may charge your devices or have a light. Bring your pets and enjoy a private retreat. The max capacity of the cabin is three people. If you come with two or three additional friends or children, there is a tent site available for an additional fee. An outhouse with double-duty bag and second luggable loo are available for all guests. Minimum stay: 2 nights. NEW ADDITION: A new room, a small annex, has been constructed to allow for downstairs sleeping and writing area. It is fully insulated with a wood stove so this area may be used year round. The annex gives one a deeper feeling of being a part of the woods.

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Bootsie's

1 site · Lodging40 acres · Amherst, Cumberland

Sunset view out the back patio door, birds and squirrels chirping galore. Relax, have a campfire, dip your feet in the nearby brook and enjoy nature in this cozy and comfortable space. Explore acres of wooded area or take a walk/snowshoe in the trail. Seasonal activities such as a small apple orchard near by, pumpkin patch along with some farm animals (chickens, turkeys and sometimes cows)

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Creekside RnR Glamping

8 sites · Lodging22 acres · Cocagne, Kent

Our unparalleled accommodation experience in the beautiful region of Southeastern New Brunswick is nestled on the North side of the seashore Cocagne. Our property has the perfect blend of wildlife, beaches, local seafood and endless trails to wander where you can lose track of time as you listen to bird song in the canopy above. This is where you can come to truly reconnect with nature and to yourself. We love to bring the local flavours of Cocagne alive for visitors through our partnerships with the region’s artisans, farmers, fishermen, musicians, and chefs. When you stay with us, you’ll have a uniquely Cocagne experience. Not to mention the opportunity to sleep under the stars, safely cocooned in our domes where no detail is forgotten. So, welcome to Creekside RnR, where our family invites you to this place we call home—we know by the time you leave, you’ll think of as lovingly as we do. You may never want to say goodbye.

Pride and Joy Homestead

1 site · Tent4 acres · Sackville, Westmorland

4 acre small homestead in progress! Lush, untouched meadow leading to forested area. Private but close to amenities. Sitting just within town limits of Sackville. Walking distance to grocery stores, down town, restaurants, Water Fowl Park, and trails. Welcoming small town with taxi service. Centrally located between PEI, Fredricton, and Halifax. 15 min to the Nova Scotia boarder.

Joggings fossil cliffs camper site

2 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Cumberland

Imagine waking up and heading straight to the bay of Fundy to fossil hunt! Joggings fossil cliffs is a world famous UNESCO world heritage site for the preservation of the original and only found species that came from water to live on land dating almost 300,000 million years ago! With new fossils being exposed everyday this is a place you will definitely be happy to visit! Many tourist attractions around including a museum, horse back riding, beach tours, hiking trails, and of course the bay of fundy.

Kavanagh Farm camping

11 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents11 acres · Shediac Cape, Westmorland

Learn more about this land:Location, location, location! Spend the day at the beach or exploring the many outdoor activities the Shediac and surrounding areas have to offer!Secluded, quiet camping areas on the back of 11 acres. Listen to one of the two brooks babble, or watch the deer in the nearby field. Take a tour of the farm, eat fresh eggs, collected by you. Only 13 minutes from the beautiful Parlee Beach! Shuttle available!Less than one hour away from Kouchibouguac National Park!15 minutes from Moncton!Just over 5 minutes to Sobey's, NBLC, and gas stations for all of your camping needs!Smores kit, farm-fresh breakfast, farm tours, birthday cakes, eggs, firewood, towels camp chair and table, and cooking packages all available in the extras section!

506 Camp Site

1 site · Tent1 acre · Westmorland

Small Private rural campsite off the trans Canada trail that connects Sackville and Cape Tormentine. Access for atv,sxs,bicycle & hikers . No car access . 5-10 min hike from route 16. parking in small driveway directly across from coburg rd off highway 16. 12x12 wooden platform for tenting with tie down hooks on all 4 corners of the platform , please do not peg or nail tent to platform. Campers should be aware that there is currently no bathroom. Please leave no trace.

Rustic Black Lab Retreat

1 site · Tent1 acre · Pugwash, Cumberland

Welcome to our safe-space Rustic Black Lab Retreat where Sullivan is resident lab! While our property is situated in the middle of the village of Pugwash and is well under an acre we offer it as a hip camp listing because we think it's a piece of paradise with a big vibe and plenty of room to relax. We offer simple amenities such as a bbq, picnic tables and campfire chairs. There’s an outdoor shower, an outdoor kitchen and a big deck to chill on. Maybe you need a night or two to catch up with practical matters but still want to feel like you're in nature - if so this could be the place for you. We check fire ban restrictions daily and will keep campers informed of the status. If it's raining we will try to accommodate you inside our home!

Acadian Coastal Campground

9 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Murray Corner, Westmorland

Travelling and Enjoying the east coast is something we love….so we bought our dream vacation spot and quickly realized that others might enjoy it as well. Enjoy the quiet skyline and maybe even catch a glimpse of the local wildlife. Our grass lots are backed with lush Appalachian forest and leads way to a slow brook where you can wade with the tide or try your hand at fishing or simply sit by the fire and enjoy the solitude. Check in is self guided as there is no host on site but you'll find it simple as all sites, as well as the toilet area is well marked with signage. This doesn’t mean we aren’t here to help, you can reach us 24/7 via telephone/text or email. It makes for the perfect spot to experience quiet private east coast living. We are Located just off the Acadian Coastal Drive and minutes from the beautiful Fundy shore. You can bring your tent, RV, van or camper and choose from 4 fantastic sites. 1-30 amp service, 2 roadside non-serviced as well as one privative forested site. All sites are equipped with a fire pit and access to our large off grid restroom. Wood is available for purchase if you didn’t bring your own! You can also explore New Brunswick with a drive on Acadian Coastal Drive ·Appalachian Range Route · Fundy Coastal Drive · Miramichi River Route or Fundy Coastal Drive Stop by and visit Murray Corner Provincial park for a swim and watch the tide roll out. Looking to see multiple provinces?? We are in the perfect spot to see all of what the East coast has to offer. View PEI’s spectacular Confederation Bridge from the shoreline and take a drive to PEI which is only minutes from us. Mainland Nova Scotia is less than a 30 minute drive and if your adventurous and want to drive the Cabot Trail then you can reach Cape Breton Island in under 2 hours! Catch a Ferry to Newfoundland if your heart desires. PEAK SEASON (May 1- Sept 31) OFF GRID (Oct 1 -Dec 31 and March 15 - April 31) CLOSED for winter (Dec 31- March 14) Follow us on Facebook and Instagram Kindly bring your own plastic/compostable bags for the toilet are as these may not always be available on site. There is no potable water on site however, we do have an out building with compostable toilet, shower/change area. Free Showers and potable water available at Murray provincial park during peak season.

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Hansford Meadows

1 site · RV, Tent5 acres · Oxford, Cumberland

Grand opening! Looking for privacy, away from all the traffic? Look no further than Hansford Meadows! Guests will have access to 5 private acres. The camping site is next to a creek with brook trout that you can fish for (with a fishing license). Put your chair in the creek on a hot day. Watch the local animal population: black bear, fox, beaver and more out on the meadow. Great biking and walking opportunities in the local area with many circle tour options available. Pop in and see the town quaint town of Oxford. Oxford could be right out of a Stephen King novel with all that charm (especially in October). Site fee includes use of: indoor compostable toilet, creek side patio table, complimentary firewood (when permitted to burn). There are no hook up services, but the site is large enough to accommodate a full-size RV or bus. Cell service is also available. Generator use is OK, but not past 10pm. Pack it in, pack it out applies. If you are looking for a place that you do not need to share with other campers, Hansford Meadows is the perfect spot for you. 3km off exit 7 from Trans-Canada 104! A great place to spend the night while on the road or park your rig for a few days and enjoy everything the area has to offer. 1 hour to Moncton, 90 minutes to Halifax. Close to the Bay of Fundy, Joggins Fossil Cliffs and the warm waters of the North Cumberland Straight. Wentworth recreational area (skiing and mountain biking is also 20 minutes away)

The Great Moose Lodge

1 site · RV, Tent189 acres · Westmorland

Serenity awaits at this nature lovers paradise! Beautiful land that is home to a healthy moose and deer population. Hike thru the trails on our 180 acres and reconnect with nature. Watch Bald Eagles, Osprey and Northern Harrier soar over the fields. Sit and relax with breathtaking views of the Northumberland Strait. You can see Nova Scotia across the bay. Only 15mins to the Confederation Bridge. Minutes to a public beach area to enjoy the warmest waters north of the Carolina’s! Walk for miles on the ocean floor during low tide. This is a true Canadian paradise.

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Fraserville Off-Grid Camping

4 sites · RVs, Tents400 acres · Advocate Harbour, Cumberland

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506 Camp Site

1 site · Tent1 acre · Westmorland

Small Private rural campsite off the trans Canada trail that connects Sackville and Cape Tormentine. Access for atv,sxs,bicycle & hikers . No car access . 5-10 min hike from route 16. parking in small driveway directly across from coburg rd off highway 16. 12x12 wooden platform for tenting with tie down hooks on all 4 corners of the platform , please do not peg or nail tent to platform. Campers should be aware that there is currently no bathroom. Please leave no trace.

Pride and Joy Homestead

1 site · Tent4 acres · Sackville, Westmorland

4 acre small homestead in progress! Lush, untouched meadow leading to forested area. Private but close to amenities. Sitting just within town limits of Sackville. Walking distance to grocery stores, down town, restaurants, Water Fowl Park, and trails. Welcoming small town with taxi service. Centrally located between PEI, Fredricton, and Halifax. 15 min to the Nova Scotia boarder.

GayLin Farms - Paws Crossing

1 site · Lodging100 acres · Midgic, Westmorland

This working farm has been enjoyed for generations of local families. Stay off-the-grid in a cozy, rustic cabin retreat. The historic barns, deep swimming pond, sugar house, and stunning woods with trails provide ample space and privacy for a quiet and relaxing retreat. Learn more about this land: Come join us at the Gaylin Farms – home to two friendly goats, Newfoundland ponies, a horse, Chanticler chickens, three dogs and a cat. Stay at our completely private cabin (sleeps 3 comfortably, sleeping mats/air mattresses NOT provided) isolated within the centre of a gorgeous 25-acre forest with a private groomed c. 1.5 km walking/biking trail. The cabin is a 5-minute walk from the Trans Canada RailTrail which grants easy access for longer bike rides, runs, hikes, and four-wheeler adventures. There is a large farm pond (10ft deep) on the property for swimming. Enjoy access to locally-sourced food, firewood (at a small fee) drinking water, a private firepit, gas BBQ (bring your own gas!), and our old-fashioned wood-fired cook stove. There is no electricity or running water (but we provide ample drinking water) and there are solar panels so you may charge your devices or have a light. Bring your pets and enjoy a private retreat. The max capacity of the cabin is three people. If you come with two or three additional friends or children, there is a tent site available for an additional fee. An outhouse with double-duty bag and second luggable loo are available for all guests. Minimum stay: 2 nights. NEW ADDITION: A new room, a small annex, has been constructed to allow for downstairs sleeping and writing area. It is fully insulated with a wood stove so this area may be used year round. The annex gives one a deeper feeling of being a part of the woods.

Joggings fossil cliffs camper site

2 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Cumberland

Imagine waking up and heading straight to the bay of Fundy to fossil hunt! Joggings fossil cliffs is a world famous UNESCO world heritage site for the preservation of the original and only found species that came from water to live on land dating almost 300,000 million years ago! With new fossils being exposed everyday this is a place you will definitely be happy to visit! Many tourist attractions around including a museum, horse back riding, beach tours, hiking trails, and of course the bay of fundy.

Creekside RnR Glamping

8 sites · Lodging22 acres · Cocagne, Kent

Our unparalleled accommodation experience in the beautiful region of Southeastern New Brunswick is nestled on the North side of the seashore Cocagne. Our property has the perfect blend of wildlife, beaches, local seafood and endless trails to wander where you can lose track of time as you listen to bird song in the canopy above. This is where you can come to truly reconnect with nature and to yourself. We love to bring the local flavours of Cocagne alive for visitors through our partnerships with the region’s artisans, farmers, fishermen, musicians, and chefs. When you stay with us, you’ll have a uniquely Cocagne experience. Not to mention the opportunity to sleep under the stars, safely cocooned in our domes where no detail is forgotten. So, welcome to Creekside RnR, where our family invites you to this place we call home—we know by the time you leave, you’ll think of as lovingly as we do. You may never want to say goodbye.

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GayLin Farms - Paws Crossing

1 site · Lodging100 acres · Midgic, Westmorland

This working farm has been enjoyed for generations of local families. Stay off-the-grid in a cozy, rustic cabin retreat. The historic barns, deep swimming pond, sugar house, and stunning woods with trails provide ample space and privacy for a quiet and relaxing retreat. Learn more about this land: Come join us at the Gaylin Farms – home to two friendly goats, Newfoundland ponies, a horse, Chanticler chickens, three dogs and a cat. Stay at our completely private cabin (sleeps 3 comfortably, sleeping mats/air mattresses NOT provided) isolated within the centre of a gorgeous 25-acre forest with a private groomed c. 1.5 km walking/biking trail. The cabin is a 5-minute walk from the Trans Canada RailTrail which grants easy access for longer bike rides, runs, hikes, and four-wheeler adventures. There is a large farm pond (10ft deep) on the property for swimming. Enjoy access to locally-sourced food, firewood (at a small fee) drinking water, a private firepit, gas BBQ (bring your own gas!), and our old-fashioned wood-fired cook stove. There is no electricity or running water (but we provide ample drinking water) and there are solar panels so you may charge your devices or have a light. Bring your pets and enjoy a private retreat. The max capacity of the cabin is three people. If you come with two or three additional friends or children, there is a tent site available for an additional fee. An outhouse with double-duty bag and second luggable loo are available for all guests. Minimum stay: 2 nights. NEW ADDITION: A new room, a small annex, has been constructed to allow for downstairs sleeping and writing area. It is fully insulated with a wood stove so this area may be used year round. The annex gives one a deeper feeling of being a part of the woods.

Pride and Joy Homestead

1 site · Tent4 acres · Sackville, Westmorland

4 acre small homestead in progress! Lush, untouched meadow leading to forested area. Private but close to amenities. Sitting just within town limits of Sackville. Walking distance to grocery stores, down town, restaurants, Water Fowl Park, and trails. Welcoming small town with taxi service. Centrally located between PEI, Fredricton, and Halifax. 15 min to the Nova Scotia boarder.

Kavanagh Farm camping

11 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents11 acres · Shediac Cape, Westmorland

Learn more about this land:Location, location, location! Spend the day at the beach or exploring the many outdoor activities the Shediac and surrounding areas have to offer!Secluded, quiet camping areas on the back of 11 acres. Listen to one of the two brooks babble, or watch the deer in the nearby field. Take a tour of the farm, eat fresh eggs, collected by you. Only 13 minutes from the beautiful Parlee Beach! Shuttle available!Less than one hour away from Kouchibouguac National Park!15 minutes from Moncton!Just over 5 minutes to Sobey's, NBLC, and gas stations for all of your camping needs!Smores kit, farm-fresh breakfast, farm tours, birthday cakes, eggs, firewood, towels camp chair and table, and cooking packages all available in the extras section!

506 Camp Site

1 site · Tent1 acre · Westmorland

Small Private rural campsite off the trans Canada trail that connects Sackville and Cape Tormentine. Access for atv,sxs,bicycle & hikers . No car access . 5-10 min hike from route 16. parking in small driveway directly across from coburg rd off highway 16. 12x12 wooden platform for tenting with tie down hooks on all 4 corners of the platform , please do not peg or nail tent to platform. Campers should be aware that there is currently no bathroom. Please leave no trace.

Bootsie's

1 site · Lodging40 acres · Amherst, Cumberland

Sunset view out the back patio door, birds and squirrels chirping galore. Relax, have a campfire, dip your feet in the nearby brook and enjoy nature in this cozy and comfortable space. Explore acres of wooded area or take a walk/snowshoe in the trail. Seasonal activities such as a small apple orchard near by, pumpkin patch along with some farm animals (chickens, turkeys and sometimes cows)

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Joggings fossil cliffs camper site

Pride and Joy Homestead

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Kavanagh Farm camping

506 Camp Site

12 top campgrounds near Amherst

GayLin Farms - Paws Crossing

Bootsie's

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Pride and Joy Homestead

Joggings fossil cliffs camper site

Kavanagh Farm camping

506 Camp Site

Rustic Black Lab Retreat

Acadian Coastal Campground

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506 Camp Site

Pride and Joy Homestead

GayLin Farms - Paws Crossing

Joggings fossil cliffs camper site

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GayLin Farms - Paws Crossing

Pride and Joy Homestead

Kavanagh Farm camping

506 Camp Site

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