While in Nova Scotia last month, hubs and I made the driver out to Cape Split Provincial Park after…read morevisiting the Lobster Pound for lunch at Hall's Harbour. While we didn't have on our hiking boots on or appropriate clothing for a 3 hour hike in 0 degree weather, we still thoroughly enjoyed the view and a brief walk. The full hike is about 14 km. And as this is an official Provincial Park, there is a pretty large parking lot with ample room for whatever vehicle and toys you have in tow. Cape Split is definitely going on my Nova Scotia bucket list to hike when we come back!

Cape split is one trail that should end up on everyone's "must do" list…read more Although it seems a bit daunting at 13 kms round trip, the majority of the hike is easy, and relatively flat. With that said, you will run into several sections of the hike where you'll gain most of the trails elevation. Plan to arrive early as the parking lot fills fast despite their being room for about 50 vehicles. There are pit toilets and picnic tables at the trailhead allowing you use the washroom and fill your tummy with protein packed meals. There isn't much to see on the majority of the hike. It's not until the end, where you begin to see glimpses of the water, where the hike becomes rewarding. The very end of the trail opens up into a large grassy space with beautiful rock outcroppings and steep cliffs. Enjoy the view as you watch the birds fly by. Enjoyable for most members of the family, the 13 kms may be the determining factor for bringing the children along, and the several steep sections may deter older hikers. If you do choose to go, bring good footwear as we encountered some mud along the way. Find the video of this trail on our YouTube channel, or visit our website for a complete trail guide at www.joshthetravelguy.ca

This park is located near the city Center of Wolfville. It has great views of Blomidon and there…read moreare several plaques nearby to read about local flora and fauna. This is said to be the world's smallest harbour. Close by is a trail for walking made of former railway tracks. A great spot for nature lovers, those who like to relax for a picnic and so on. Plenty of quaint shops around the corner and more than enough free parking.

100% worth the drive to come for the view EVEN on a super cold day!…read more There are a few benches to sit at and enjoy a sunrise or sunset! Maybe even a picnic on a warm day. https://parks.novascotia.ca/content/blomidon-lookoff

A little pull off spot on the side of the road, it host fantastic views of the valley below. I gave…read morethis spot 5 stars because of its instant payoff, you pull off the road with lots of space to park, get out of your car and bam! You have arrived. Point and click away. There are bathrooms here as well, if you're brave enough and a little souvenir/ice cream/café across the street that I guess also doubles as a camp ground office (there is a camp ground across the street as well). We stopped to enjoy the view here on the way to Cape Split, a great stopping spot for views, leg stretching and ice cream!

An amazing experience. There is a lot of natural beauty both filled and emptied. The guides are…read morevery accommodating and detailed. The most impressive part for me was the speed with which the Bay fills. You can watch the change happen and it is impressive! Definitely worth a trip.

This is an amazing park on the Bay of Fundy, which records the highest tides in the world. At low…read moretide you can walk out in the bay floor (watch out for algae and slippery mud - it can be *very* slick! Sturdy shoes and a bit of agility are a must even getting down the short staircase cut into stone at the primary entrance to get to the newly exposed bay floor. The rock formations are incredibly striking, and the tide levels shift so quickly even at this more expansive area of the bay, you need only wait for about 10 minutes to see the level change. (For a more dramatic change or to see the tidal bore, you need to go to South Maitland or Truro). The park is quite isolated and at least 20 mins off the more major roads, so you have to be committed to a visit. But it's an amazing place that has to be seen in person to really appreciate.

This small beach is good for family and dogs. It has a food truck on the side of the road and…read morechanging rooms across the road as well as a portable washroom.

Was not there but imagine it was beautiful and then some. Will update soon! Sorry for the…read moreinconvenience

If you are looking for something adventurous to do, this would be a great item to put on your list!…read moreThis facility is located at Ski Martock in Windsor. It is easy to find with lots of signs, and a ton of free parking. Admission will give you a tutorial on how to use the course, helmet and harness. You need gloves for this course (mandatory). You can buy gardening gloves there, or bring your own of any style. The courses are broken up by difficulty, so you can pick and choose which ones you want to do. There are wires, boards, zip lines, and swings (among other things) to challenge you. Once you arrive, you are given a bracelet with a time. You must turn in your gear by that time or else you will be charged for running late. You can do as many courses as you want/can during that amount of time. I didn't like the time restriction, but I can see why they would want to do it that way - keeps things from being overrun with a bunch of people staying all day to do the courses. If you want to see a video of this, please visit my YouTube page at "Josh the Travel Guy" Thanks!

If you've been debating going to TreeGO in Moncton, save some fuel $ and stay in NS. I've done both…read moreTreeGO and OnTree twice. I'll stick with OnTree. Why? Let's do some comparing. Courses TreeGO has three courses - they're all fun but kind of long. OnTree has 12 courses - they are generally shorter but they also have a ranking system so you know how difficult they are. And a separate kids' area. ...And that's really it. That's the big point for OnTree. The equipment is also slightly different - a bit less convenient because it's safer. The rules and formats are pretty similar. It's mostly that there are more courses (which means shorter lines) and you can choose how difficult you want it to be. With TreeGO, you do the three courses and then ... you come back and do them again? With OnTree, you can start off easy and work your way up to Black Diamond (... not that I have). If you have a group (15 or more?) you can also get a discount which is nice. I definitely see this as a good team-building venture. But you can't really keep that large a group together. Half the people will finish a course before the last person even gets to the first obstacle. Seriously - this place is just fun.

Perhaps the most popular hike within the park is the ravine trail. The information below is…read morespecifically about this loop. It's 4 kms or 2.5 miles, a loop trail, and has elevation gains of 93m or 315 feet. The trailhead located off the Bedford Highway on Kent Avenue (across from the Rotunda and has parking lot has space for ~20 vehicles In order to get to the ravine trail, you will need to follow this path from the parking lot: Rockingham Loop (Blue), Governors Loop (Red) and the Ravine Trail (Orange). These trails will take you to the bottom of the ravine. It's here the trail ends, but connects with other trails. We recommend making a right at the bottom. It will allow you to follow a beautiful stream - which is perhaps the most beautiful area of the park. Allow yourself about 2 hours to complete this loop. If you want a complete travel guide and video of this location, please visit our website at www.joshthetravelguy.ca and www.youtube.com/joshthetravelguy respectively.

This is my favorite park in Halifax, for many reasons!…read more Sentimental: I first enjoyed this park when, according to my dad, I was 1 year old. Ever-Changing: Over the years I have returned here and made new memories as I have watched the paths multiply and improve. The landscape evolves with the seasons, bringing new life, transitioning and regenerating. Very popular park, especially on weekend afternoons. Namaste.

Beautiful and picturesque trail along the lake with couple of view points to enjoy. We also found…read moresome wild blueberry bushes on our way and stopped to take photos of them. There's also a canoe rental place that you can rent a canoe and paddle in the lake. Strongly recommended to anyone enjoying the nature.

A very well groomed beautiful trail suitable for baby strollers, walkers, and runners. Lots of…read morewildlife and beautiful scenes.

An amazing stay. This camp ground is full of many things to do and near by places to explore…read more We camped out for 2 nights. The price is extremely reasonable. It was around $26 a night. This includes Parking for one. To add another car in (to camp on your site is $8). It's worth it. Camp fires are a must so make sure you pick up your firewood from the office. Bundles are very well priced at $5 each. Well with it as they are hefty bundles. We camped at site 31 it was the best because it was shaded and a little more private. I would recommend site 31, 32, and 33. They have fire pits, a table, and lots of space to have 2 or 3 large tents. The hike is with it. It's not very difficult but it's got some great views. It took us about 1 hour 45 minutes. We walked slow the way up and fast the way back. The campground was not loud at all. Because of the trees it gave a little more privacy and didn't carry sound from site to site. Overall highly recommended :)