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SHANNON

November 2025

33 ft Class A

With pets

Weekend Trip to Surfer's Shade

Great spot and responsive, friendly host. Liked it so much, I booked a second night.

Heather

November 2025

16 ft car

With pets

Weekend Trip to Owl's Hollow Eco-Therapy Glamping

Wow the pictures looked good but being there was a whole other kind of beauty. The spot is tranquil and perfect, Karen and Ben have everything you could possibly need! The cabin was nice and cozy at night and the view of the stars is incredible! Definitely already planning a return trip!

Simon

October 2025

21 ft Class A

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Surfer's Shade

Super spot ! 10 min to Lawrencetown beach, and 8 minutes to many stores, groceries and restaurants. It’s a single place, so you are the only one at the spot. Owner is really kind and friendly. I will go again for sure !

Stephen

October 2025

27 ft Class C

1 night at Surfer's Shade

Sam was super accommodating and a really friendly host. The site was level, terrific picnic table area and great hookups for the RV. It was quiet and secure. Highly recommended!

Jessica

October 2025

Tent

4 nights at Owl's Hollow Eco-Therapy Glamping

This spot is absolutely gorgeous! If you are in need of a tech detox, this is the place! Environmentally conscious and well maintained, it is a fun space for families or for adults who want to take a break for the crazy pace of life. Definitely recommend!

John

October 2025

20 ft travel trailer

3 nights at Surfer's Shade

Sam welcomed me and described the site's amenities - water, electricity, trash and recycling, grill, firepit and firewood. Nice level place to set up adjacent to woodland at the end of the street. I'd stay again when in the Halifax area.

Nick

October 2025

30 ft travel trailer

4 nights at Petpeswick Hills

Dan was the man !! Super polite, loved staying at his property would highly recommend.

Renee

October 2025

1 night at Glamping Dome Near Peggy’s Cove

The dome was beautiful! We had such a wonderful time. It was picturesque and peaceful. All amenities were as shown in the posting. It was clean and cosy. The sauna was a nice touch and easy to operate. Our hosts were on hand if we had any issues and their communication was brilliant. We loved our short stay and can't wait to go again!

Dave

September 2025

29 ft travel trailer

With pets

5 nights at Blueberry Run Trail RV Site

Loved the privacy, close to the trail, a private Gazebo and even some gardens to look at. Ryan was very helpful and responsive, great place to stay. See you next year!

Nick

September 2025

30 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Surfer's Shade

We have a 30ft trailer that we were able to park comfortably! Sam has a beautiful set up with hanging lights, a camp fire, BBQ, etc. The place was definitely a vibe and everyone was so friendly! Very convenient spot and close to everything. Would highly recommend :)!.

Michael

September 2025

25 ft campervan

1 night at Petpeswick Hills

Two small gravel sites up a small driveway. Could have used some weeding and tending - a bit after peak season. Nicely appointed with some solar lights, chairs, and steel wheel fire pits. No sea view but GREAT star views, and a couple miles from a quiet and fantastic public park sand beach.

Mike

September 2025

20 ft campervan

3 nights at Petpeswick Hills

Dans hipcamp was a perfect spot to roll into after a long drive from VT. We stayed 3 nights n could easily have stayed longer but for the urge to explore other parts of the coast. It’s near the beach and services in Petpeswick and has trails to explore also. Dan is the best ever communicator I’ve experienced with any Hipcamp or AirBnB reservation! Would definitely stay again.

Veronika

September 2025

1 night at Porters Peak

My husband and I had a fantastic time at the chalet. Our first night in NV at Porter's land was a thrilling adventure in nature, with the delightful chorus of birds. I even had a refreshing dip in the lake, and we were up before sunrise to witness the stunning sight of the sun rising over the misty lake. It was an exhilarating experience in Porter's land, and we're already counting down the days until our next visit!

Malik

September 2025

16 ft car

2 nights at Surfer's Shade

Awesome site. Sam was very helpful. A lot of pros: picnic table, hammock, lighting, BBQ, fire pit, disc golf. Just make sure you bring a portable toilet if you’re tenting.

Sylvie

September 2025

19 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Blueberry Run Trail RV Site

We really enjoyed our stay at the Blueberry Run! The site was clean, organized, and offered full service (highly recommend the black box sewer add-on). We liked it so much we decided to stay an extra night. It’s a short walk to a wonderful coffee shop, and Halifax is only about 40 minutes away. On a rainy day we took a trip into the city, but the other days were peaceful and distraction-free — perfect for relaxing and being creative.

Julie

September 2025

19 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Boondockers Lunenburg

We were honored to be Kathleen's first official guests! This is an amazing location, basically right in Lunenburg, which meant we could stay out late and hit the town early. It was quiet, and we loved seeing the chickens roaming around and the birds in the pond in the morning. Kathleen was able to provide some great local recommendations.

Danielle

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Glamping Dome Near Peggy’s Cove

We had a wonderful stay st the Dome in the woods. It was such a beautiful and relaxing space. We were so excited that the space was dog friendly. The hosts thought of every detail including supplies to make our pupper comfortable! The location is fantastic with Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg, and Halifax all driable within 20min-1hour.

Travis

September 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Owl's Hollow Eco-Therapy Glamping

We like things so much we had to come back at the next chance we could. Definitely will be planning more trip here in the future.

Marie-Claude

September 2025

26 ft Class C

With pets

3 nights at Blueberry Run Trail RV Site

Beautiful camping space, awesome to have the blueberry run trail right next to it! The owner was very helpful, we will definitively come back when we will be in the area.

Large games dome across from where we were staying

***CLOSED FOR THE SEASON. See you in May 2026.*** Only 1 RV site on our 11 acre property located on a dead-end road within a small residential community. Newly groomed trail is located 20 feet East of the site so you can walk, run, bike, ATV or hike the trail. NOTE: Only 1 single RV permitted on site. No additional units, tents or trailers permitted. Reservation will be cancelled if not adhered to. Site Features: RV Pad is 65' long by 20' wide with room for slides - 20 AMP electrical (not recommended for RVs that require 50 AMPs unless you have generator power to supplement demand.) - Fast WiFi included on-site. - Gray water hookup on-site so you don't need to worry about filling your tank. - Portable black water tank rental available (Must be added to booking for additional fee). - Wood deck with covered gazebo, privacy walls and bug netting for extra comfort. - Fire pit provided (additional fee for firewood). Check Burn ban updated 2pm daily at https://novascotia.ca/burnsafe/ - Propane fire pit and propane tank available to rent. (OK to use during fire bans) - 20 to 40 minutes to Dartmouth and Halifax City via Hwy #107 or #207. - 5 to 15 minutes to many popular ocean beaches and surfing. - Full shopping centre within 10 minutes in Porters Lake. (Fuel, grocery, liquor, pharmacy, vet, restaurants, hardware store, bank, pizza shops, cheesecake and more) - 7 km long newly groomed trail for biking, running, walking and ATVs. (4.6 miles) Self-check-in time is 2pm and checkout is no later than 11am. If the site is ready earlier, we will send a message to you. We hope you enjoy your stay and if you need anything, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Owl's Hollow Eco-Therapy Glamping

100%

(54)

75km from Bayswater Beach Provincial Park · 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

Breezy Petals Camping Resort

94%

(48)

75km from Bayswater Beach Provincial Park · 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!

Petpeswick Hills

100%

(14)

76km from Bayswater Beach Provincial Park · 2 sites · RVs

Explore 100+ acres of forest via hiking trails and logging roads. 4 kms from famous Martinique Beach Provincial Park with 5 km of white sand and surf. Solid safe roads and clean parking areas from where you can enjoy camp fires, star gazing, winter ocean views, and explore the diverse landscape. Free firewood available. Sounds of of nature are everywhere from the lowlands to the highlands. There is also a path to Petpeswick Inlet. Coastal rains fall directly on our plateau and flow down to your campsite while forming small streams, ponds, waterfalls and springs. The amazing upland blanket bog distinguishes this property from many others and is a naturalist's wonderland. Connected to 300 acres of protected wilderness area and the Musquodoboit Harbour Bird and Game Sanctuary. Almost every species of wildlife and plant can be found in this pristine Acadian boreal forest. Highest elevations within 8 km of beach. There's also plenty to explore in nearby Musquodoboit Harbour including spectacular, well maintained hiking and biking trails, farmer's market, public library, cafes and more. If you're looking to connect with nature, while being close to surf and civilization, you've reached the right destination on the Eastern Shore. For maximum peace and tranquility consider booking both sites and have the entire property to yourself.

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New Harbour Hill

89%

(9)

3.9km from Bayswater Beach Provincial Park · 4 sites · Tents, RVs

This 1 Acre grassy meadow looks west over Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia. Private and secluded yet in the center Nova Scotia's best day trips and adventures! 5 minute drive to Bayswayer Beach 10 minutes to Meisners Beach 10 minutes to the Rails-to-Trails network 20 minute to the historic village of Chester and Nova Scotia’s Oldest Pub 20 minutes to the Aspatogan Ridge Golf course. 30 minutes to the "Three Churches" of Mahome Bay 45 minutes to Lunenburg - a UNESCO world Heritage site. 60 minutes to Peggy's Cove Lighthouse 60 minutes to lively downtown Halifax 60 minutes from the orchards and vineyards of Annapolis Valley 60 minutes from the airport. 90 minutes to Kejimkujik National Park You'll never run out of things to do. If you return by sunset, you'll enjoy the view!

Island - Crooks Hill Farm & Makery

10km from Bayswater Beach Provincial Park · 5 sites · Tents

This land was farmed by the Crooks family, one of the original Tancook families, going back to 1865. Crooks Hill grew cabbage to be made into sauerkraut - one of the main exports of Tancook Island! Now, it's home to our family and livestock. Come camp on our farm - hang out with the critters and maybe learn a 'granny skill' or two! We're located on a beautiful historic lobster fishing island, right next to the ocean. Unparalleled night skies. Local cafe with amazing (and reasonably priced) food. Post office, Wishing Stones gallery and meeting spot, South Cove Small Goods for snacks and unique finds, Toast Cafe at the community recreation centre, Southeast Cove beach and sand flats (when tide is out). Arrive by ferry from Chester, bring your bikes and tenting gear. Expect to enjoy fresh farm eggs and whatever herbs and veg in the garden, pet the goats and sheep, and watch the animal antics of a small working farm. Island tours available with South Cove Experiences plus small goods shop with pantry and takeaway lunch for your daily exploration. As your host is a bread-baker and fibre arts instructor, you can book a lesson to learn knitting, wool-spinning, felting, make an embroidered patch as a memento or just hang out and have your own creative getaway. Our lot is open, and while we recommend a camping spot on the flatter spots, there are a few spaces on our hill that give a wonderful view of the night sky and ocean in the daytime.

Glamping Dome Near Peggy’s Cove

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(8)

17km from Bayswater Beach Provincial Park · 1 site · Lodging

Welcome to our Dome in the Woods. Enjoy a true glamping experience when you stay in our fully furnished dome nestled in the woods behind our renovated church home that is located only a 15 minute drive from historic Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse and the Swissair Flight 111 memorial site. Offering a romantic and memorable experience we invite you to enjoy waking up to a forest view, have a relaxing moment in our outdoor barrel sauna or simply chill by the fire and gaze up at the stars. Registration ID: STR2526B4988

The Dordéan Suites of Chester

19km from Bayswater Beach Provincial Park · 2 sites · Lodging

Our suites are minimally designed, but boast maximum comfort. We have curated tiny home suites nestled in the forest to allow you to escape from the bustle of the city and immerse yourself in the beauty of Nova Scotia, without having to worry about the details. Our kitchenettes are equipped with everything you may need for cooking in, including a coffee and tea nook, of course! Our Story The inspiration behind the name - Dordéan - is Mackenzie Joy, daughter of owners Shawn and Renena Joy. "Dordéan" is Irish for hummingbird, a nod to the family's Irish Newfoundland roots. Hummingbirds are mighty, little birds, known for their cheerful disposition and zest for life. They symbolize beauty, playfulness, grace and resilience. Much like hummingbirds, Mackenzie is small but mighty; a powerhouse in her own right. She is one of the happiest, kindest and most generous people you will ever meet. Despite her many challenges, she faces each day with strength, determination, persistence and resilience. As the saying goes "Good things come in small packages," Hummingbirds are tiny birds that pack a punch well beyond their size, serving as a reminder that one person can make a big impact on the lives of others and their community.

The best camping in Bayswater Beach Provincial Park, NS guide

Overview

About

Bayswater Beach Provincial Park beckons with its pristine white sands and tranquil picnic spots. Here, adventure awaits as the beach, supervised during the warmest months, offers a safe haven for swimmers and sunbathers alike. Venture to the outdoor barbecue grills for a scenic feast or explore the nearby trails. While camping isn't an option, the park's day-use facilities ensure a memorable visit.

When to go

The ideal time to visit Bayswater Beach Provincial Park is between July and August when the beach is supervised and the weather is perfect for a dip in the ocean. Outside of these months, the park remains a scenic spot, though swimming may not be advised.

Know before you go

Check the park's advisories for the latest updates on beach conditions and swimming advisories.
Facilities such as change rooms and toilets are available for your convenience.
Outdoor barbecue grills are ready for your use, perfect for a family picnic.
Accessibility is a priority, with amenities designed to accommodate all visitors.
Remember to pack out your trash, keeping the park pristine for everyone.

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