Dollar Lake Provincial Park

Tips for Snagging a Campsite Reservation

1. To secure a campsite, you should book in advance of your trip using the Nova Scotia Provincial Parks online reservation system. This is especially important in the height of summer, on summer weekends, and around Canadian holidays.
2. That’s not to say that you won’t be able to snag a first-come, first-served site—especially earlier or later in the season, or mid-week—but you should get there as close to 1pm (when the sites turn over) as possible.
3. Because the park’s campsites are limited and its location is relatively accessible to the city, sites fill quickly.

When to Go

This seasonal park is generally open for camping from May through October, but if you’re looking to enjoy water activities at the lake, July and August are best. Fall camping in Nova Scotia is pretty, so many visit as the leaves change. Locals use Dollar Lake as a day-use beach, so it can get very busy in summer. 

Know Before You Go

• Accessible washrooms and showers with seats and handheld showerheads are available.
• You can pick up firewood and ice at the park office.
• Despite Dollar Lake’s proximity to the city, you’ll find it difficult to get around Nova Scotia without a car. Your best bet is to rent a vehicle at the airport.
• Though basic, the park offers an RV dump station. 
• If you want to go fishing, you’ll need to pick up a fishing license (which you can do online).