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The best camping in Beaver Mountain Provincial Park, NS
Discover Beaver Mountain's scenic trails and winter sports.
The best camping in Beaver Mountain Provincial Park, NS
The Lobster Boat Inn
1. The Lobster Boat Inn
100%
(11)
9.3km from Beaver Mountain Provincial Park · 3 sites · RVs, Lodging
The Lobster Boat Inn is located on a hill in the woods in Antigonish, Nova Scotia. It sits high and dry with no water in sight! You get the entire property to yourself. No barking dogs, loud music or annoying neighbours. No crowded RV or tent city here.
Contact your host to adjust min. nights required. (standard 2 - 1 possible for a specific requested date.) Contact host David in advance.
We provide visitors with a rustic, unique, "glamping" experience. The Boat is filled with lobster-themed items that will send you on an imaginary lobster pot-pulling adventure.
Cook on the back deck as you drink in nature, then eat in an original ship's wheelhouse or outside at the picnic table by the fire pit. Our amenities also include: fishing rods, comfy beds, fresh drinking-water, refrigerator, 2 bathroom facilities, a hot outdoor shower, walking trails, microwave, and AC. The boat can sleep 5 guests, but a private raised glamping tent is provided for overflow if required.
Off property you will find: auto race watching (at Riverside raceway), hiking, biking, ocean fishing, and shopping activities. Downtown Antigonish is but a ten minute drive. The famous Highland Games comes in July along with the Lobster Festival in New Glasgow. The Eastern Nova Scotia Exhibition runs from Aug 27-31.
Want to swim at St. FX University swimming pool? Day passes are sold at the university. Of course ocean swimming at one of the 19, nearby, beautiful area beaches is totally free for all, so get wet and splash in the sea!
Sure, you can sit inside and watch one of our many DVD movies, but instead why not : explore nature, take a walk through the woods, talk to your wife, or friend, play with the kids, or throw a ball for your dog? If you want to relax, visit the golf course in town or just chill on the comfy deck. Do you want to ride, your bike on mountain trails, fish, visit a lighthouse or a petting farm? We have these close by too!
Wide-open highways make for smooth, fast, travel to places like New Glasgow, Pictou, The Cabot Trail or the ferry to PEI. (now 1/2 price) All are within an hour's drive.
At night, relax around the fire-pit after a long day of fun. Then have a sleep "extraordinaire” on board! (No waves to worry about with this boat!)
NS Registration # STR 25/26 B7063
Pets
Toilets
Showers
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CA$50
/ night
4 Oaks Park
2. 4 Oaks Park
94%
(16)
18km from Beaver Mountain Provincial Park · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
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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
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
CA$35
/ night
Glory Ridge Campground
3. Glory Ridge Campground
96%
(24)
20km from Beaver Mountain Provincial Park · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
A small boutique campground with a small cluster of 3 way RV sites cleverly situated on the top of a ridge that overlooks the Northumberland Strait. Glorious sunsets are an almost guaranteed nightly attraction. The quiet serenity of Glory Ridge is a remarkable delight. Amenities include a bespoken glamorous glamping tent cabin, a curious cob pizza oven, an amazing outside shower made out of recycled political signs and a tenting campground cluster nestled among the trees in the hollow of an old orchard. Glory Ridge Campground is uniquely situated to create a unique friendly and warm experience.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
CA$40
/ night
Camping at Music Mountain
4. Camping at Music Mountain
92%
(12)
30km from Beaver Mountain Provincial Park · 36 sites · Tents, RVs
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
CA$27
/ night
The Hanna's Life on the Lake Escape
5. The Hanna's Life on the Lake Escape
100%
(10)
54km from Beaver Mountain Provincial Park · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Not a commercial campground (Uncrowded and private)
Beautiful waterfront camping getaway!
Quiet and Cozy camping site on Indian Harbour Lake.
**50/30 Amp Service Connection**
**Well Water Connection**
**Septic Dump Station on Site**
**Septic Pump Service Available**
+Tent friendly
+RV/Camper friendly
+Pet friendly
+Family/Groups Welcome
200 feet of water front space all for you to enjoy and there is a boat slip too for direct water access.
+Picnic Table
+Fire Pit
Firewood on site for sale.
There is also a sandy beach just 2 minutes away (The lake has a brook that flows into it - you got to see it, very pretty!)
Seasonal Offered/Preferred
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
CA$50
/ night
Wild Islands Camping by the Sea
6. Wild Islands Camping by the Sea
100%
(24)
67km from Beaver Mountain Provincial Park · 7 sites · Tents, RVs
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.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
CA$35
/ night
Galla Designs
7. Galla Designs
100%
(10)
68km from Beaver Mountain Provincial Park · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Galla Designs Studio is located on a lovely 22 acre farm on the oceanfront, 5 km from the ferry. It featurs a beautiful artisans storefront with over 60 local artisans, food items and coffee. It is also home to the Belle River Post office.
Please let us know if you need to arrive after 8pm.
Please see parking instructions as there is no turn around in the main driveway.
Also - the island has mosquitos so please bring bug spray.
WIFI is available at the store.
Please no generators from 10pm-8am (some exceptions may apply).
To find us Google maps sometimes does not like wood Islands as our city so please use Belle River. About 50m just west of our main entrance to the farm and store, you will see a farm road that is marked with "1167 FARM" address sign. Please use that road to come in and just after the little wooded section it will open up and you will see a picnic table to your right. You can park in there. If you need help with anything, just call my cell phone 902-326-1015 Please note that there could be another camper if booked, so please park accordingly. Store is located in the small white barn next to the white house. The black building nearest the camp area is my parents house - not the store, so plesae do not walk in there. ;) lol
**Google road and satellite photos are very old
Pets
Picnic table
from
CA$30
/ night
Summer Winds
8. Summer Winds
97%
(129)
76km from Beaver Mountain Provincial Park · 19 sites · Tents, RVs
14 acre park like setting with open and treed campsites. We have 5 small cottages on the property, outdoor saltwater pool, a paddle boat pond, walking trail and access to the shoreline. Our water is located at the mouth of the Cardigan River so you get warm water on a falling tide and salty cool water on the rise. Come join us!
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
CA$48
/ night
Big Belle Farm
9. Big Belle Farm
97%
(230)
79km from Beaver Mountain Provincial Park · 595 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.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
CA$25
/ night
Livingston Cove Retreat
10. Livingston Cove Retreat
37km from Beaver Mountain Provincial Park · 1 site · Tent, RV
We purchased the 95 acres to allow nature to return after the property had been clear cut logged. Natural flowers and trees are now returning. Livingstone’s Cove Wharf Park is located close by (Highway 337) and provides visitors with interpretive panels of community history, picnic tables, a warm sandy beach, a launch area for canoes and kayaks, and spectacular sunsets.
Pets
from
CA$30
/ night
C
11. C
50%
(3)
37km from Beaver Mountain Provincial Park · 3 sites
supplies. Bedding supplied for one double bed. Extra blankets are available.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
CA$48
/ night
Oak And Aspen Cabin
12. Oak And Aspen Cabin
41km from Beaver Mountain Provincial Park · 1 site
Nestled among the oak trees at the top of a riverbank, you'll find a beautiful handmade dovetail log cabin overlooking the East River. Explore 25 wooded acres in Riverton with hundreds of feet of riverfront.
The river offers excellent swimming and fishing opportunities, including three salmon holes within a five-minute walk from the cabin.
The cabin itself is a work of art and has all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay.
Please note: it’s about a five-minute hike to access the cabin.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
CA$144
/ night
Our Happy Place Campground & Cabins
13. Our Happy Place Campground & Cabins
100%
(3)
45km from Beaver Mountain Provincial Park · 15 sites · Tents, RVs
Open field with some roads, solar lighting, 1 shared bathroom at the moment but no running water, 40 acres of trees. Only minutes to PEI Ferry one way or 8 minutes to downtown Pictou the other. At night you can hear the coyotes howling and the crickets chirping. Peaceful, quiet and serene.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
CA$25
/ night
Riverside Retreat
14. Riverside Retreat
46km from Beaver Mountain Provincial Park · 1 site · Tent, RV
This is a beautiful slice of land along the Milford Haven River on the waterside of the North Riverside Road; the entire piece is yours for the duration of your stay. Hear loons, bald eagles, kingfishers, and shorebirds as you enjoy a saltwater swim! Yes, there is a gravel slipway for small boats and easier access to the water (water shoes recommended!). Enjoy a walk to the falls on the upper property or check out a few nearby.
We are 15 minutes from the town of Guysborough and 20 minutes from Monastery and the Trans Canada.
Explore the scenic Guysborough Waterfront Trail with gentle water views, hike forested loops and harbour overlooks at Boylston Provincial Park, relax on the sandy shores and shoreline walk at Black Duck Cove Provincial Park, or spend a sunny afternoon at Clam Harbour Beach Provincial Park with beach walks and picnics.
Pets
Campfires
from
CA$65
/ night
Eastman Cottage
15. Eastman Cottage
52km from Beaver Mountain Provincial Park · 1 site
Discover peace and privacy in the wilderness of the Eastern Shore, just a quick 12-minute drive from the historic Sherbrooke Village.
Indulge in trout fishing as you cast a line into the picturesque flowing brook directly in front of the cottage.
For golf enthusiasts, the 9-hole Red Hill Golf Course is conveniently located just one minute away!
If ATV adventures are your passion, you're in luck! Our location is accessible via trail systems from Antigonish, Guysborough, and Pictou counties. Why not choose us as your home base to explore this side of the province?
Only a 10-minute drive away, you'll find yourself at the stunning Port Hilford Beach, and just 5 minutes to Indian Harbour Lake.
We offer one double bed in one room and single bunk beds in another. One single cot available on site and a double memory foam mattress for the pull out couch as well. The cabin is cozy and offers all the essentials for your visit 😊.
Please send a message if you have any questions!
STR2425B4753
Pets
Toilets
Showers
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CA$149
/ night
Silver Birch Camp
16. Silver Birch Camp
100%
(8)
56km from Beaver Mountain Provincial Park · 1 site
A beautiful little gem on the shores of Archie Pond (a small inlet off The Strait of Canso) and minutes from Cape Breton Island. Tucked into nature right off the Trans Canada Hwy and close to amenities. Tim Hortons, Irving, Subway and more just down the road and grocery stores plus more restaurants and pubs in town 10 minutes away.
Tons of trails and waterfalls are just minutes away.
On our property you can enjoy our 2 bonfire pits, bbq & picnic area, 4 adult kayaks and 3 kids kayaks (lifejackets provided), large open area for games, walk through the forested area, sit by the waterfront, gaze at the stars, watch the spectacular sunrise over the water and walk across the road to the rocky shore of The Strait of Canso.
Pets
from
CA$65
/ night
Sunrise Cove
17. Sunrise Cove
60km from Beaver Mountain Provincial Park · 1 site
Parking lot
Pets
from
CA$20
/ night
By The Sea Camping
18. By The Sea Camping
61km from Beaver Mountain Provincial Park · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Two sites are available on our large wooded seaside property with lots of room to spread out. Raised bed veggie garden onsite to pick fresh vegetables or use our equipment to walk the beach and dig for clams, then pop into the nearby vineyard/winery to sample local wines.
We are just a few minutes from the Wood Islands visitor center, local seafood restaurants, candy/ice cream store and liquor store, and an award winning Vineyard. We are a five minute drive from the Wood Islands ferry to Nova Scotia.
Site #1 Rustic, off grid, solar powered tiny home in a charming seaside garden setting near our sandy beach. Queen size bed, kitchen with hot and cold water, full sized fridge and freezer, single burner propane hot plate, standard size shower with hot and cold water—no toilet on site. Gorgeous vintage outdoor garden bathtub with hot water in the garden.
Site #2 Tent or self contained camper site with epic ocean views of the Northumberland Street. Direct beach access. This site is a grassy mowed field next to a wooded area perched right on the shore. No amenities are provided.
Pets
Showers
Potable water
from
CA$75
/ night
Oceanside Oasis
19. Oceanside Oasis
61km from Beaver Mountain Provincial Park · 1 site
Park your RV right on the edge of Spanish Ship Bay, just off Highway 7. This pull-off spot offers unbeatable oceanfront views — you can’t get much closer to the water! Perfect for an easy overnight stay while exploring Nova Scotia’s scenic Marine Drive. Please note: no amenities provided — just a quiet, beautiful place to stop and enjoy the ocean.
Pets
from
CA$30
/ night
Peaceful Acres
20. Peaceful Acres
66km from Beaver Mountain Provincial Park · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Quiet pastureland and forest, large peaceful and private campsites, no light polution during the night so star gazing is possible, plenty of walking trails on the property, ATV trails nearby, 10 minutes to ocean, 20 minutes from Pictou or Tatamagouche, 40 minutes from New Glasgow. No amenties, campers must bring camp toilet, potable water available upon request. Dogs must be kept on leash at all times
Pets
Picnic table
from
CA$24
/ night
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Val
November 2025
Tent
Chris was a great host! He greeted us at the campsite on a rainy November night and had made sure to have a roaring fire for us when we got there despite all the rain! The views from The Point in the morning were beautiful - perfect spot to enjoy coffee & breakfast in the sun. Chris came to check in on us in the morning to make sure we had everything we needed.
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Melanie
October 2025
Tent
Great hosts! Was lovely chatting with both and they were super helpful. Would recommend!
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Marnie
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
Clear directions and beautiful views, perfect spot to pitch a tent for the night
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John
September 2025
20 ft travel trailer
On a ridgetop site at Glory Ridge, I had a fantastic view over the ocean. Steve and Ann were helpful and welcoming hosts and provided a handout with useful information about wifi, the outdoor shower, trash and recycling. I would stay at Glory Ridge again.
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maria
September 2025
9 ft pop-up camper
Loved the place , it is spacious , peaceful and nature around it . I was lucky to get the entire place by myself .
The town is coastal , fisherman , not much but very beautiful .
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Douglas
September 2025
25 ft Class C
With pets
Convenient rest rooms, easy hookups. It's a walk to the water. The ad makes it appear clocer
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janet
September 2025
30 ft Class A
With pets
Second trip there. Just an amazing spot to relax.
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Sylvie
September 2025
19 ft travel trailer
Hi there,
We only needed an overnight stay to keep moving toward our destination, but wow — this place was great! The sea view was amazing, everything was spotless, and we really enjoyed our short stay.
Funny story though… at 6:30 AM I accidentally opened the door to the shed beside us, thinking it was the bathroom. Pretty sure I scared the daylights out a poor lady who was sleeping in there — oops! Maybe a sign at eye level would save future guests (and sleepers) from a surprise wake-up call. 😅
Thanks again for such a wonderful spot — we’ll definitely remember this stay!
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Jacob
September 2025
Tent
Phenomenal site! The stargazing was incredible, the area was clean, couldn’t ask for more
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Jolene
September 2025
Tent
Amazing outdoor shower and sunset at the lighthouse nearby 👌
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Jack
August 2025
Tent
Beautiful, quiet location with great hosts! Great ocean views and a nice location to launch off of and explore this side of PEI, which is definitely the best side of the island!
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Kimberley
August 2025
Tent
Beautiful, peaceful campground. Washrooms were clean and well maintained. We hope to come back again some day!
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Kimberley
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
Fantastic experience
Beautiful clean washrooms.
So peaceful and quiet and the pool was an unexpected added bonus!
Would love to return again.
Thank you so much to Cora and David 🙂
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Mark
August 2025
Tent
This is an exceptional spot for off-grid camping. It is peaceful, secluded and with an amazing view across the river. Chris is a friendly host, with whom we had a great chat and learned about his family history on the land. Highly recommended!
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Patricia
August 2025
15 ft campervan
With pets
From the moment we arrived at Chris’s land we felt very welcomed. Chris was onsite to greet us and show us the camping area. The camp is a work in progress so no high-tech fancy camping facilities, but if your aim is to lay back, relax and leave the daily grind behind this is your place. The campsites are along the shore and at low tide a great walk. Our site enjoyed a beautiful sunrise and after a full day of exploring the area we took our camp chairs to the shoreline to watch the magnificent sunset over the water. The camp is 30 mins from groceries and gas. Chris allows dogs to roam off leash and our pup loved the freedom. Chris and his mom Gail check in with you daily to talk and answer your questions and they go out if their way to help make your stay comfortable.
We booked for one night and immediately booked a second night. We ended up spending 5 nights. Thank you Chris and Gail
Patricia, Tim and Luna
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Jason
August 2025
Tent
With pets
The point of the point is the view, as there is no cell service [though they do hope to remedy that issue], and no washrooms. That said Chris and his mother were wonderful and hospitable. The view is jaw dropping, and that alone is worth the stay. Also an amazing place to get away from everything.
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Stephen
August 2025
Tent
Great, private and quiet spot to tent. The owners are very friendly!
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Jenna
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Tent sight was great, could use a couple more trees and shrubs in between. Bathrooms were lovely and always clean and the beach was gorgeous!
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Kathleen
August 2025
Tent
Steve greeted us and was helpful and friendly. Easy to follow directions. This was a super special tenting spot for us. No other tenters on the two nights we were there. Private, it looked like two other sites near ours, and spacious. Picnic table. Flat, grassy, shade and sun, nestled in spruce trees. Near a well thought out outhouse with a lantern and a few solar lights for nighttime use. Neat, easy to use, private outside shower. Clean, quiet,
good for star gazing. We would love to stay here again. Close to Arisaig and the Provincial Park and Antigonish. Grateful for this sweet spot.
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Kate
August 2025
The best camping in Beaver Mountain Provincial Park, NS guide
Overview
About
Beaver Mountain Provincial Park is a haven for those seeking an adventure amid the rugged beauty of Antigonish County. With a 6 km trail system, visitors can indulge in cross-country skiing and snow-shoeing against the backdrop of Cape Breton Island. While the park does not offer camping facilities, its challenging unpaved hills and serene paved walkways provide ample opportunity for day-trippers to explore and enjoy the natural splendor of Nova Scotia.
When to go
The best time to visit Beaver Mountain Provincial Park is during the winter months when the snow transforms the landscape into a paradise for cross-country skiing and snow-shoeing. Summer offers lush greenery and pleasant weather for hiking. Note that there are no facilities in winter, and parking is available at the gate only.
Know before you go
- Ensure you have appropriate gear for winter sports, as the park is a popular spot for cross-country skiing and snow-shoeing.
- Be aware that there are no facilities available in winter; plan accordingly.
- Parking is limited to the gate area, so arrive early to secure a spot.
- Check local weather conditions before your visit, as trails can be challenging in inclement weather.
- Respect the natural environment and follow Leave No Trace principles during your visit.
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