Blomidon Provincial Park

Blomidon Provincial Park is a protected natural area along the Minas Basin coast in Nova Scotia with dramatic cliffs rising about 600 feet (180 meters) above the water. The terrain includes thick forests, rocky shorelines, and several hiking trails that wind through different natural zones.

The park was established in 1974 to protect the coastal ecosystem of the region from development and preserve its natural variety for future generations. The shoreline has a long history of human settlement, first by the Mi'kmaq and later by European colonists.

The park carries a name derived from Mi'kmaq language, reflecting the deep connection between this place and its first inhabitants. Visitors encounter this heritage woven throughout the landscape as they explore the trails.

The property has a camping area with basic campsites and is most pleasant to visit on clear weather days. The trails can be slippery and uneven, so sturdy footwear and caution are necessary, especially in wet conditions.

The park sits along the shores of Minas Basin, where the tides rank among the strongest in the world with water levels rising and falling by extreme heights each day. These dramatic tidal cycles constantly reshape the coastline and create a landscape that transforms throughout the day.