Top 10 Nature & Parks in Halifax Regional Municipality, Halifax Regional Municipality

April 3, 2022 Florencio Paulino

Discover the best top things to do in Halifax Regional Municipality, United States including Bedford Institute of Oceanography, Hope For Wildlife, DeWolf Park, Back to the Sea Touch Tank Hut, Point Pleasant Park, Halifax Public Gardens, McNabs Island, Admiral Lake Trail, Emera Oval, Hemlock Ravine.
Restaurants in Halifax Regional Municipality

1. Bedford Institute of Oceanography

Princess Margaret Blvd near Windmill Road, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia B3B 1A1 Canada +1 902-426-2373 [email protected] http://www.bio.gc.ca/
Excellent
76%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
0%
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 25 reviews

Bedford Institute of Oceanography

2. Hope For Wildlife

5909 Highway 207, Seaforth, Nova Scotia B0J 1N0 Canada +1 902-407-9453 http://www.hopeforwildlife.net/index.html
Excellent
79%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 68 reviews

Hope For Wildlife

Reviewed By bart2002 - Courtice, Canada

I could write a short story on this place and maybe I will one day but for now I'll suffice to say that if you are aware of this place it meets expectations 110%, if you're not aware of this place and you care about the welfare of animals and you love learning about how good people are trying to make a difference and help those that can't help themselves, you owe it to yourself to come here and learn. My 9 y/o is a huge fan of the show and not only did she get an experience of a lifetime, we were in the right place at the right time and she even got to meet Hope. I don't think the smile has left her face four days later...Hope in person is exactly as you'd expect and the fact that she has any time to do 'meet and greets' is incredible. The tour is free and very educational, the volunteers are knowledgeable and very friendly (thank you Sheila for sharing your experiences and knowledge with us!). Keep up the great work HFW!

3. DeWolf Park

150 Waterfront Drive, Bedford, Nova Scotia B4A 4J4 Canada
Excellent
79%
Good
21%
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5.0 based on 34 reviews

DeWolf Park

Reviewed By FrequentFlier773883 - Halifax Regional Municipality, Canada

Wonderful place for a walk. We meet many dog owners great place for our fur babies to socialize. Very active park great playground for kiddies

4. Back to the Sea Touch Tank Hut

2 Ochterloney St, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia B2Y 4W1 Canada +1 902-817-2007 [email protected] http://www.backtothesea.org/touch-tank-hut.html
Excellent
100%
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5.0 based on 15 reviews

Back to the Sea Touch Tank Hut

The Back to the Sea Society's Touch Tank Hut is a miniature marine interpretive centre located on the Dartmouth waterfront. Through a catch-and-release philosophy and hands on approach we work to spark curiosity & foster a desire to protect our ocean. We welcome you to come learn about our local intertidal marine animals!

5. Point Pleasant Park

5530 Point Pleasant Drive, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 1B5 Canada https://www.halifax.ca/recreation/parks-trails-gardens/trails/point-pleasant-park
Excellent
64%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 830 reviews

Point Pleasant Park

Have a picnic with sweeping ocean views or hike through 186 acres of forest in one of Halifax's most cherished parks.

Reviewed By nroe - Brackley Beach, Canada

Halifax residents should be very proud of this gem of a green space at the tip of the city. Wonderful walks, great vistas, lots of parking, Dog friendly and lots of off leash areas for the furry pals. Bouncing back nicely from the hurricane damage of Juan.

6. Halifax Public Gardens

Spring Garden Road and South Park St, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3T 2M3 Canada +1 902-440-3631 [email protected] http://www.halifaxpublicgardens.ca/
Excellent
70%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3,989 reviews

Halifax Public Gardens

Welcome to Halifax’s greatest natural and national treasure and most visited site in Halifax, Nova Scotia– a timeless oasis in an ever changing world. A beautiful Victorian-inspired garden open to the public since 1867. 16 acres in the Victorian Gardenesque style; Scroll beds shaped in an E for the reigning monarch, Serpentine beds, raised carpet beds and a profusion of colour through the artistry of our Gardeners. The Victorian Gardens were all about symmetry and there is grand harmony throughout. The majestic trees, 240 varieties, nurture and shelter and many are original. The Victorians were all about education and introduced many new species to Nova Scotia. Check our What's Blooming on our website to discover the highlights of each month. Horticultural Hall, circa 1837, the original meeting place of the Nova Scotia Horticultural Society houses a coffee shop Due to COVID-19, events are limited, our Information Desk and daily tours are not operating. Please Social Distance.

Reviewed By thevellas2019

relaxing place to walk and or sit on a bench, quiet and beautiful, ponds and ducks galore with the flowers in full bloom, so pleasant and totally unexpected in the heart of the city, across from Lord Nelson hotel which made things very convenient for me, also only a 15 min walk to the harbour front,

7. McNabs Island

Halifax, Nova Scotia Canada +1 902-465-4563 [email protected] http://www.mcnabsisland.ca
Excellent
64%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
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4.5 based on 77 reviews

McNabs Island

McNabs Island is the largest island at the entrance of Halifax Harbour in Nova Scotia. Part of the McNabs and Lawlor Islands Provincial Park, McNabs Island is only a short boat ride from Halifax or Eastern Passage, but feels like a world away with its coluorful past and unspoiled natural beauty. The Friends of McNabs Island Society is a volunteer-driven registered charity that organizes island events, tours, and works to preserve and protect this spectacular island park for visitors to enjoy.

Reviewed By ueberflieger

So there I am in Halifax, not a single rental car available. But I wanted to get out of the city. Found the departure point for the watertaxi next to the wave and for 20$ return they will get you there. A nice short scenic ride brings you to Garrison Pier. The Friends of McNabs have a very nice detailed map and are doing a great job to preserve the island. I hiked down towards the Maugers Beach Lighthouse, the access being a bit tricky because of the tides. Walked by Hangman’s Beach over to Fort McNab. Some of the secondary trails are a challenge, don’t expect a nicely groomed trail. Walked up to the Searchlights and then down to the beach at Wreck Cove. Lots of boats there, can be very busy and annoying. Then I went over to the northern part by the camp site and the former Tea House to Ives Cove and Fort Ives. All in all a good 20 kilometres, make sure to have bug spray, solid shoes and long pants, sometimes it’s like bushwalking and the Moskitos are just waiting there for you.

8. Admiral Lake Trail

Musquodoboit Trailway, Musquodoboit Harbour, Nova Scotia Canada http://www.trails.gov.ns.ca/tct/hx111b.html
Excellent
67%
Good
33%
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

Admiral Lake Trail

9. Emera Oval

North Park Stree, Halifax North Common, Halifax, Nova Scotia Canada 490-2347 http://halifax.ca/SkateHRM/index.html
Excellent
70%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 152 reviews

Emera Oval

Reviewed By newf1946 - Halifax, Canada

This is a great free outdoor skating area that makes its own ice. It is part of a large historical Commons. Great for walking in the city, also amateur sports on parts of it in the summer. Very close to the Historic Citadel and the downtown of Halifax.

10. Hemlock Ravine

Kent Ave, Halifax, Nova Scotia Canada
Excellent
41%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 44 reviews

Hemlock Ravine

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