The best dog-friendly camping in Nova Scotia

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Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for camping in Canada. If you're looking for pet-friendly camping options in the beautiful terrain of Nova Scotia, you're in luck. With over 760 options to choose from, you'll have no trouble finding the perfect spot for you and your furry friend. And the best part? The average price per night is just $30, with some options as low as $15. Looking for recommendations? Check out Fraserville Off-Grid Camping, Sandpoint Ocean Front Resort, and PEBs by the Sea, all highly rated with glowing reviews from fellow campers. And don't worry about facilities, with popular options like potable water, rubbish disposal, and cooking equipment at your fingertips. Plus, you'll have plenty of activities to enjoy, including horseback riding, hiking, and climbing. So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable camping adventure in Nova Scotia!

93% (1.2K) 926 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds in Nova Scotia

Fraserville Off-Grid Camping

1. Fraserville Off-Grid Camping

100%
(186)
Advocate Harbour, NS · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
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Black Rock Stables

2. Black Rock Stables

97%
(92)
Black Rock, NS · 2 sites
If you enjoy beautiful views of lakes/ocean and mountains, gorgeous sunsets, stargazing, the sound of the waves and bell buoys then Black Rock Stables campsite is the place for you to pitch your tent. Located at the end of the farm on a cliff (6’ wire fence) overlooking the beautiful Brasd’Or lakes. You are welcome to have a campfire (wood available for $5.00), but check the Nova Scotia Government site to make certain campfires are permitted. Please feel free to visit the animals on the farm (horses, goats, rabbits and chickens); however, children must be accompanied by an adult. Also, please do not bring dogs near the farm animals.
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Blueberry Run Trail RV Site

3. Blueberry Run Trail RV Site

99%
(73)
Grand Desert, NS · 2 sites
Escape to a quiet, private RV site on our 11-acre property, located at the end of a peaceful dead‑end road in a small residential community. Enjoy direct access to a newly groomed multi‑use trail just 20 feet from your site—perfect for walking, running, biking, ATVing, or simply exploring the outdoors. Important Note Only one RV is permitted on the site. No additional RVs, trailers, or tents allowed. Site Features RV Pad & Utilities - Large RV pad: 65 ft long × 20 ft wide — easily accommodates slides. - 20 AMP electrical: Suitable for smaller RVs. Larger RVs needing 50 AMP may require generator support. - Fast on‑site WiFi for remote work, streaming, or staying connected. - Gray water hookup so you can enjoy worry‑free drainage during your stay. - Portable black water tank rental available (add during booking for a small fee). Outdoor Comfort - Private wood deck with covered gazebo, privacy walls, and bug netting — a perfect spot to relax day or night. - Fire pit provided (firewood available on-site for cash/e-transfer). Please check burn restrictions updated daily at 2pm: https://novascotia.ca/burnsafe/ - Propane fire pit + propane tank rental available, and allowed during fire bans. Location Highlights - 20–40 minutes to Dartmouth or Halifax via Hwy 107 or 207 — easy access to city amenities while enjoying a peaceful retreat. - 5–15 minutes to many beautiful ocean beaches, including popular surfing spots. -10 minutes to Porters Lake shopping district with: Fuel • Grocery • Liquor store • Pharmacy • Vet clinic • Restaurants • Hardware • Bank • Pizza • Cheesecake shop & more. - 7 km (4.6 miles) of freshly groomed multi‑use trail right at your doorstep for walking, running, biking, and ATVs. Check-In & Guest Info - Self check‑in: 2:00 PM - Check‑out: 11:00 AM If the site becomes available earlier, we will notify you. We’re committed to making your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. If you need anything during your visit, just reach out!
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Mumana Vineyards

4. Mumana Vineyards

Upper Falmouth, NS · 9 sites
We are a working vineyard (25 acres). We have a cleared area between our house and barn that is perfect for camping. It overlooks the vineyard but has some privacy from the house with gardens. Guests have access to a full bathroom with shower and washer/dryer all through a separate entrance at back of house. Guests are also welcome to use our outdoor paved deck area with fire pit, respecting any burn limits. It’s possible to arrange vineyard tours and do some work in the vineyard if you want to understand how we operate.
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Urban Forest Getaway

5. Urban Forest Getaway

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(14)
Halifax, NS · 1 site
Only twenty minutes from Halifax and half way to Peggy’s Cove, this campground is the perfect spot for a quiet, family friendly experience. Convenient parking on the road next to the entrance and then it’s only a minutes walk to the forest clearing. Plenty of room to pitch up to three large or small tents, plus a covered picnic table. Also features a composting outhouse! Available camp fire and wood when fires are permitted. A gas BBQ is available for a small extra fee of $6.00 or a tabletop grill is supplied, just bring your own green propane bottles :)
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Wild Islands Camping by the Sea

6. Wild Islands Camping by the Sea

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(27)
Moser River, NS · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Choose between several dispersed camp sites on our beautiful wooded coastal property on eastern shore Nova Scotia to pitch your tent or park your camper at the campsite of your choice, all located across the Highway from the main house. Hiking, fishing, biking, kayaking/canoeing/boating, swimming are just a few of the things to enjoy.
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Live Life In Tents Campground

7. Live Life In Tents Campground

99%
(61)
Baddeck, NS · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
This was one of the original homesteads in the Margarees. There was an old sawmill on site which was used to build the house and barn. It was sold to a man who started renovations for a summer house but ended up listing it for sale. I purchased it and completely renovated the 100-year-old house. Shortly after, my brother and I started an outfitting company with no plan of building a campground, but in 2017 we saw a great opportunity for building something unique. We wanted to keep a backwoods camping feel, but yet create it around a hostel-inspired environment. We launched June 1, 2018 and are in full swing now. We look forward to meeting you and will help you out in any way to make your trip here something to remember. Adventure awaits at this eco-camping hostel offering a natural setting, overlooking a picturesque valley. This location offers close to off-grid camping with a twist of comfort; furnished Glamping tents, sleeping up to 4 people per tent on a queen bed with twin camping beds for extra guests. Cooking gear, bedding, and towels are provided. Each tent, located at this eco-hostel, has its own campfire pit, with a solar outdoor shower on site and beautiful views of the river valley.
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Sleep By The Sea

8. Sleep By The Sea

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(10)
Tangier, NS · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
This unique oceanfront property on the Eastern Shore of Nova Scotia has been actively being farmed for the last 175 years and also was once home to a lobster canning factory. This property is suitable for tents or small Rv's up to approximately 20 feet. Included is a deck to haul camper up beside as well as a BBQ, campfire pit, toilet and an outdoor kitchen and now we have added an outdoor shower. While here feel free to take a stroll on this 12 acre property to visit the cows or just to take in the most spectacular views of the 100 wild Islands. Also a launch area is available on the property for kayaks and paddle boards so visitors can explore the several Islands and beaches that the area has to offer. Sheet Harbour is approximately a 25 minute drive away and there you will find gas, groceries etc...
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Big Belle Farm

9. Big Belle Farm

97%
(231)
Mabou, NS · 372 sites · Tents, RVs
INSTRUCTIONS When you reserve your tent/rv make sure to select the day you want to check in until the day you are leaving. For example, to stay all weekend, select Friday to Sunday. To stay only Friday night, select Friday to Saturday. Selecting only one date will not reserve the date you want as it expects a start and end date to select any given date or date range. ABOUT Big Belle Farm is surrounded by large hayfields on the front of our property and at the back behind where the concert will take place. Tenters will be camping in the front fields and RVs will behind the concert field. When you come onsite there will be someone to meet you who will point out the locations were you can setup your tent or RV. There will be event Portable Toilets on site and access to water near the concert grounds.
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Tent/Camper Camping by the Ocean!

10. Tent/Camper Camping by the Ocean!

99%
(61)
Head Of Jeddore, NS · 1 site · Tent, RV
**The road to my property is open, Google is wrong** Nestled in a quaint old Fishing Town is a 4-Acre Forest property that hasn’t been touched since 1885! This land overlooks the North Atlantic Ocean, with a 25ft bank at the edge of the property, and almost 200ft of stone beach! No potable water on this property (well water is available by hose for cooking/cleaning/showering), but 10 minutes by car, you’ll find a Sobeys, a liquor store, a laundromat/cafe, a pub, a Home Hardware, and small local shops that carry camping supplies and so much more! There should be a grey plastic rounded table available (just pop in the 4 peg legs), and 2 matching grey small coffee side tables you can use positioned under the Tiny Home. Please return them somewhere underneath the Tiny Home when you are done using them so that other campers may use them :) 30 min drive away is the infamous Martinique Beach, a very popular surfing spot! Lots of hiking and site seeing available nearby as well. A long driveway is the entry point to the camping site. All I ask is that each camper leave the property better than they found it. As you depart, another camper is most likely arriving, so please keep that in mind. Enjoy the peace under the stars, and fall asleep to the sounds of the waves breaking against the shore, and the leaves rustling in the breeze! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- There is currently a Tiny Home on the property being built, and it is currently occupied by the property owner full-time. Garbage pick-up in this area only allows one black plastic bag to be removed every 2 weeks. If your garbage is in a clear bag the city will take it and you can put your sealed garbage in a clear bag in the wood box at the end of the driveway. The city ONLY takes clear bags. Recycling is allowed in blue bags. Due to this restriction, I am not able to handle all the campers garbage -- please take any that you create with you if you do not have clear bags. If any camper is found to have stayed past the checkout time, they will be charged for another night's stay. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Thank you and I hope you enjoy your stay!
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Breezy Petals Camping Resort

11. Breezy Petals Camping Resort

94%
(48)
Rines Creek, NS · 6 sites · Tents, Lodging
Breezy Petals Camping Resort is a family oriented campground offering tenting, RVing, glamping as well as fun outdoor activities and music events.Our mission is to build a camping wonderland, where families and friends can discover true happiness, health and  green lifestyle. Here you can forget all of your stress, just enjoy the great nature by listening birds singing, watching beaver swimming, discovering the secret from deep woods, observing starlight with telescope at night, relaxing your body with yoga by the dome..... So much more you could do.Come and join us, let's have some fun together!
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Beaver River Beach

12. Beaver River Beach

100%
(1)
Beaver River, NS · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Escape to your own slice of paradise with our charming beachfront A-frame cabin perched on stilts, offering panoramic views of breathtaking sunsets over the western horizon. Nestled in just 144 square feet, this cozy retreat is designed for two, perfect for a romantic getaway or a solo escape with the ability to add tents and accommodate smaller groups. Inside, you'll find a comfortable fold down bed, inviting you to relax and unwind amidst the soothing sounds of the ocean waves. We provide a full mattress with a protective cover, ensuring a clean and hygienic stay. Step outside to discover your private bonfire area, ideal for cozy evenings under the stars (subject to local fire regulations). The cabin features a quaint out door dining area picnic table, outdoor bar area , pergola, and sun deck nestled in the roses , creating a rustic yet comfortable atmosphere. Embrace the off-grid experience with a small power box providing essential lighting and power, allowing you to disconnect while still enjoying modern comforts. BYOB !! - Remember you have to bring a sleeping bag , pillow and drinking water for a true glamping adventure in harmony with nature ! We only supply a fitted sheet and toilet essentials. Experience the simplicity and beauty of coastal living at our tiny minimalist A-frame cabin, where every sunset becomes a cherished memory and every moment is a chance to reconnect with nature and yourself.
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Back Forty

13. Back Forty

100%
(3)
Baddeck, NS · 26 sites
Located 15 minutes to Baddeck and 20 minutes from Margaree this Forty acre property has lots to offer. There are several fields and lots of forest to enjoy with several Kilometers of trails to explore. Most sites are walk-in sites with a parking area provided in the first field. The back boarder of property is the Beautiful Middle River with an awesome swimming hole and a path to get ya there. At this time there is no shower or washroom facilities but there is a compostable outhouse and solar showers can be used. Middle River is one of the premier fishing rivers on Cape Breton.
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4 Oaks Park

14. 4 Oaks Park

94%
(16)
New Glasgow, NS · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land: Beautiful cleared lot overlooking Barney’s River and a large interval with plenty of wildlife. Minutes from Northumberland Strait and beautiful Big Island BeachSite has access to River for Kayak or canoe launch which leads into Merigomish Harbour. Walking distance to convenience store and NSLC outlet. Easy drive to Cape George ( The Mini Trail ) and close to New Glasgow or Antigonish. We have beautiful orchards and blueberry fields, if you are here in July or August you can probably pick blueberries for breakfast. There is excellent biking and hiking nearby. The site has beautiful views of the surrounding area and very peaceful and quiet. You will have access to drinking water but no bathroom facilities. We are located between New Glasgow and Antigonish along the beautiful shore road called Route 245. Also, 10 minutes from TCH heading to Cape Outhouse available. Bring all trash out that you bring in
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Smokey View

15. Smokey View

100%
(46)
Sydney, NS · 1 site
At the other side of the harbour is Ingonish Ferry. At one time the road around the harbour did not exist. People, horses and goods came across the bar by means of a ferry. There were many wharves with wooden ships tied up. The long white building on the corner used to be on the bar. A walk along the bar will award you with a view of the Keltic Lodge. Continue straight at the corner and you will find a trail that will take you to Ingonish beach.
Surfer's Shade

16. Surfer's Shade

100%
(20)
Westphal, NS · 1 site
Welcome to Surfer's Shade! Enjoy your private RV oasis! Located in Westphal, Nova Scotia just 25 minutes from Halifax International Airport, 30 minutes from downtown Halifax, 20 minutes from downtown Dartmouth, and less than 10 minutes from the most beautiful surfing beaches the area has to offer! Enjoy a private driveway, 50 amp and 30 amp connections, a fire pit by a brook in a forested area with string lights, hammocks, a picnic table, and a barbecue. Located in a quiet residential area on the outskirt of Halifax's urban core, this serene oasis offers the perfect blend of convenience and tranquility.
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Owl's Hollow Eco-Therapy Glamping

17. Owl's Hollow Eco-Therapy Glamping

100%
(58)
Caledonia, NS · 2 sites · Tents, Lodging
Get back to nature at our lakefront eco-therapy camping and glamping properties where you will experience serene lake life and forest bathing at its best! Owl's Hollow offers you private camping and glamping on Tupper Lake at one of two unique sites: The Hut and The Perch. Each site is tucked away at the end of its own walk-in trail where you find yourself at the water's edge yet surrounded by majestic white pines. This is a quiet part of the lake with very few residents and motorized boats. Book The Hut or The Perch site at Owl's Hollow for your next camping adventure and be as lazy or active as your body needs to rejuvenate. Guaranteed the experience will bring you back to the calmness you may have been missing! By booking Owl's Hollow lodging/camping, you agree to save and hold harmless Karen and Ben Perry from any liability arising out of your stay. You acknowledge that there are hazards such as uneven surfaces, heights, bodies of water, wildfire, wildlife and noxious plants that are beyond the control of the owner and you assume all responsibility for your own safety. Nova Scotia Registration Number: RYA-2023-24-04051421027007770-28
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Green Oaks Camping

18. Green Oaks Camping

95%
(32)
Windsor, NS · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
-Scenic view of the Shubenacadie Canal -Back Country Camping Sites in Field -15 minutes from Highway 102 -20 minutes from Truro -30 minutes away from Burntcoat Head Park -Access to beautiful marshland wildlife -Tons of nearby rafting adventures -Many nearby provincial parks - Private location for tent and RV camping, pet friendly, car and trailer accessible
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Lunenburg's Little Lake Campground

19. Lunenburg's Little Lake Campground

67%
(3)
Centre, NS · 46 sites · Tents, RVs
We are a small, family-owned business located just 5 minutes from the Town of Lunenburg. Our campground offers everything from full-service campsites to luxurious glamping domes, with all the essential facilities and amenities on-site. Gas stations, grocery stores, restaurants, and entertainment are just a few minutes away by car
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Boondockers Lunenburg

20. Boondockers Lunenburg

83%
(3)
Centre, NS · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
If you want a safe place to park for the night, without many amenities, we are your spot! Our property is located in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, and is at the cross roads between Mahone Bay Riverport and the many beaches of the south shore and Bridgewater, a hub in Nova Scotia. Pitch your tent or camper beside a heart-shaped pond! Listen to the peepers at night and enjoy the privacy of a rural area with the convenience of a town.. Spend an hour strolling or birdwatching in the enchanting wooded area. Have a campfire or take a stroll on the Lunenburg Waterfront. Many local offerings for food and events to take in while you are here. Don’t forget to sign up for our nightly Haunted walking tour of the Town of Lunenburg, a UNESCO world heritage site. Our chicken coop is home to a variety of chickens depending on the season who roam the yard in the afternoon. Our dog Shorty will welcome you but is on leash while outside. (Pets are welcome but must remain on leash 100% of the time they are on property. Our chickens are counting on it!)

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