Although you may plan your camping in Nova Scotia trip around the beauty of the region, while there, you can also make it a culinary vacation. Think first of seafood that lives up to its reputation. It starts with lobster, which you’ll find at a beach bonfire, at a wharf-side bistro, or in a fine dining setting. Try the Digby scallops that are plump and sweet. Order mussels steamed with wine, garlic, and lemon. Campgrounds in Nova Scotia will get you close to great restaurants and award-winning wineries.
Nova Scotia celebrated its 300th anniversary of grape-growing in 2010. No matter where you live, you may have already enjoyed Nova Scotia wines like L’Acadie Blanc. During the month-long Savour Food and Wine Festival in February, take in a workshop, tasting, or cooking session. While camping in Nova Scotia, visit one of the many wineries such as Blomidon Estate Winery in Canning. Stop by Williamsdale Winery, the first winery in Canada to produce sparkling wines made solely from wild blueberries.
The Nova Scotian culture is diverse and helps create fabulous experiences and festivals. With more than 550 festivals, you’re sure to be staying at one of the campgrounds in Nova Scotia during one of them. In summer, catch a music festivals. In Halifax, bring a chair and stay for the Sunday Shanti Sessions. Every Thursday, enjoy the Sherbrooke Village Courthouse Concert Series. Or attend the Wednesday Night Ceilidh Concert Series in Guysborough. If you’re camping in Nova Scotia in winter, stop by Mahone Bay for the Father Christmas Festival.
Take your tow vehicle and explore the Cabot Trail, which has been named the most scenic highway in the world. The route is a 185-mile loop around the northern tip of Cape Breton Island. The northern section passes through Cape Breton Highlands National Park. The southwestern section goes through the Margaree River valley before passing long Bras d’Or Lake. Its Skyline Trail boardwalk offers spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and towering cliffs in nearly every direction. Plan to stop by some of the quaint fishing villages or park your vehicle and hike some of the many trails.
Campgrounds in Nova Scotia are located near areas where you can hike, bike, paddle, and sail. So bring along your sense of adventure when traveling to Nova Scotia. Go whale watching on the Bay of Fundy where more than 15 species of whales can be seen. The bay is also home to the world’s highest tides each year. Kayak past shipwrecks and pods of playing porpoise.
Bring along your clubs when visiting Nova Scotia to play golf while taking in stunning seaside views. With more than 60 public golf courses, you’ll find a tee time tailor made for you. Golf Digest rates Nova Scotia’s Cape Breton Island as one of the world’s best golf destinations.