Arisaig Provincial Park

Arisaig Provincial Park sits on the Northumberland Strait and combines sandy beaches with rocky cliffs and dense forests. A network of hiking trails connects the shoreline and the forested areas inland.

Nova Scotia's Natural Resources Department established the park in 1981 to protect the coastal environment. This action ensured the long-term preservation of this geologically significant landscape.

The park displays Nova Scotia's natural identity through its geological layers that become visible as you walk along the shore. School groups often visit to study the Earth's history by reading these exposed rock formations.

The park is located on Highway 245 with parking areas, restrooms, and picnic facilities available. You can contact local management for current details about conditions and any specific questions.

The shoreline holds some of Canada's oldest fossil beds with ages reaching millions of years. These paleontological treasures turn every beach walk into a window to prehistoric history.

Location: Antigonish County

Inception: August 18, 1981

Website: https://parks.novascotia.ca/content/arisaig

GPS coordinates: 45.75556,-62.16750

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:44