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Urban Forest Getaway

Hosted by John · Halifax, Nova Scotia
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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 :)This site is only twenty minutes from Halifax and thirty to Peggy’s Cove. Easy and quick access from the road , that has ample parking space. Please park on the road opposite the uncleared lot Entrance is marked with orange tape and lights at night. Features a large cleared area for large or small tents. Enjoy the covered picnic table and available fire place, when fires are allowed by the Province. Dry firewood is available in the supply area. A gas bbq is also available for a small, extra charge. Also has an outhouse! Paper, sawdust and sanitizer provided:). Just add one to three scoops after use. Power is available, but no running water on site. Garbage and recycling can be left in the supply tent. You can buy ice at the corner store opposite the playground at bottom of Pinedale Street. It’s also a liquor store. Please remember to observe reduced noise levels after 10pm. This site is in a neighborhood and although in the forest, noise does travel. This is not a place to party or play loud music. If you do so, you will be asked to leave. Thanks!

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Urban forest getaway

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This site is only twenty minutes from Halifax and thirty to Peggy’s Cove. Easy and quick access from the road , that has ample parking space. Please park on the road opposite the uncleared lot Entrance is marked with orange tape and lights at night. Features a large cleared area for large or small tents. Enjoy the covered picnic table and available fire place, when fires are allowed by the Province. Dry firewood is available in the supply area. A gas bbq is also available for a small, extra charge. Also has an outhouse! Paper, sawdust and sanitizer provided:). Just add one to three scoops after use. Power is available, but no running water on site. Garbage and recycling can be left in the supply tent. You can buy ice at the corner store opposite the playground at bottom of Pinedale Street. It’s also a liquor store. Please remember to observe reduced noise levels after 10pm. This site is in a neighborhood and although in the forest, noise does travel. This is not a place to party or play loud music. If you do so, you will be asked to leave. Thanks!
Campfires allowed
Toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No showers
Picnic table

Reviews

100% Recommend14 ratings · 12 reviews
Recommends
· May 2026
10/10 🥳
Tent ·
Urban forest getaway
The spot was easy to find, well marked. It is in a nice, quiet residential area.. but as soon as you walk through the enchanting little path.. you are brought to a forest oasis. My husband Glenn and I spent two nights and we loved it! The lights are great, as you are able to really enjoy the area as night falls. We got to meet both John and Carol.. John was great to lend us a hatchet as there is lots of firewood provided to have a nice relaxing fire. Carol brought us some seeds and peanuts for the cute chickadees and the blue jays that visited us. If you are looking for a private, relaxing, rustic (in the best way) get away.. this is the spot :) We were able to drive 10 minutes and get whatever we needed, but also felt so tucked away and enchanting. The bathroom facilities are great, clean, and well stocked, well lit for night time too. We will definitely be back!
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Sara Lynn D.
2 reviews
Recommends
· August 2025
Tent ·
Urban forest getaway
A magical short walk in site. Host was super responsive and helpful. I love how eco concious they are, loved the composting toilet!
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Ericka C.
3 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Urban forest getaway
Nice and cozy place to camp for a couple of nights. The place was well lit to guide us at night.
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Althaf A.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Tent ·
Urban forest getaway
We enjoyed a lovely mid week retreat!! The signal was also strong enough that I could hotspot my laptop to get a bit of work done. It’s a great spot with a lot of care put into it! Hopefully the next time we book the weather will also be great!
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Adri B.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
Great spot!
Tent · Group trip ·
Urban forest getaway
Loved that it was tucked away and private. We really enjoyed the lights, it made playing cards easier in the evening. The host is very responsive and checks in to make sure everything is good. Will definitely look at coming back again in the future.
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Renee M.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent ·
Urban forest getaway
Really cool place - in the woods but adjacent to a small residential community. Wonderful for a rustic getaway. John was very communicative with my questions.
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Joe W.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2025
Great hidden gem
Tent · With pets ·
Urban forest getaway
Brilliant spot that has everything you need for some camping. My dog loved the area and John provides everything one may require for a few nights stay.
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Austin G.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Urban forest getaway
We loved camping in this gorgeous little campsite. It was a bit difficult finding the entrance but it’s truly enchanting. With a little canopy, guided lights at night and firewood provided. Fully recommend!
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Ryan C.
2 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent · With kids ·
Urban forest getaway
Loved my mini tent camping adventure. Was really close to the city, but far enough away to get into the woods. It was really nice to have a rustic location all by yourself. "Supply tent" had dry wood, board games, and other essentials. I forgot a pot to boil water and borrowed one from there. John was great with communication on where to park and if we needed anything. There are very few places like this around. If you stay here, please don't ruin it for everyone else and leave a mess or break anything. I plan to take my family back here again!
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Chris H.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
Tent · Group trip ·
Urban forest getaway
It is a great place to hangout with your friends on a weekend. Must check out
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Sohrab G.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
Tent ·
Urban forest getaway
Great weekend! Extremely well setup and thought through with a supply tent with anything you might have forgot or need. Lighting around the site is amazing. Great location, close to stores and activities.
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Tara H.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
Tent ·
Urban forest getaway
Beautiful campsite.....lights and outhouse on site
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Megan R.
1 year on Hipcamp

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Halifax, Halifax, Nova Scotia, CanadaTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by John M.

Joined in August 2024
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