Beautiful park with lots of history, every time we go we find trails we haven't seen before! read more

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This park really has something for everyone on your list, including your dog if you have one. There are a few ways to get into this large park set along the Shubie Canal system. You can bike there from Downtown Dartmouth in about 15 minutes either going down Waverly Road or entering just past Mic Mac Mall. This is my usual route, but it is also very accessible by car with lots of parking at both main entrances. When you get there you are greeted by well-maintained trails, lovely lakes and paths that take you off into the woods and along the old Shubie Canal system. There are lots of animals in the park and they are very tame and well fed. They might just follow you around a bit which can be a bit strange but just go with it. There is also a great off-lease dog park that is very popular, maybe a bit too popular at times but if you have a dog that likes to go off lease you will enjoy it. The best part of this park is that it is big enough that even though it can get busy it is very easy to vanish into the wood and explore. read more

Great nature trail park. Always bring my little boy with me. No winter maintenance but other than that, park is well kept all throughout the year. Great for walking, biking also with strollers. read more

Located in the Waverly area, Shubie park consists of numerous walking trails, an off-leash dog park, and a campground area. The Shubie trails go for miles and miles, all the way up by Mic Mac Mall and down to Dartmouth Crossing, with beautiful scenery all along the way. The trails are frequented by hikers, joggers, bikers and leisure walkers. There's various entrance to the Shubie trails including Jaybee Road, Locks Road, Lakemist Court (by Mic Mac) and Waverly Road. The dog park is somewhat hidden inside Shubie Park, near the Lock Road entrance. It's not uncommon to see 12 or more dogs running about the dog park on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon. While it's great fun and exercise for the dogs, you still need to be mindful of the dogs as some play rougher than others, and it's an easy way for dogs to spread germs and illness. There is also a campground near the Jaybee Road entrance with a playground, tennis court and beach swimming area. The campground is quite clean and well maintained. read more

Shubie Park - Parks Near Me - Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

Don't come here. . . . Okay, you should TOTALLY come here! I just said that because it seems like Shubie's an actual "overlooked gem" in Dartmouth. I kinda wanna keep it secret because whenever I convince someone who's never been to come, they fall in love with the place! And why wouldn't they? You can do almost anything outdoors-y here. You can take your dog for a walk (both on- and off-leash areas) or even a swim (dog beach!). No dog? Well, obviously you can still walk. Or even run, if you're athletically inclined. Enjoy the water? You can go swimming or even canoeing/kayaking (you're on your own for those). What I like best is mountain biking here. Lots and lots of trail. Not a "whole day" of riding but a few hours' worth at least. At the end, you can zip over to Dartmouth Crossing for a hot beverage. Yes, that's right - it's now connected to Dartmouth Crossing. So you can park by the movie theatre and explore or park in Shubie's main parking lot. Whatever outdoor activity you're looking to do, you'll probably find space in Shubie to do it. Great place for great adventures. read more

Don't get me wrong, I love this place. The problem I have is how aggressive the squirrels get after they have been fed. My younger brother was vibing on the trails when out of nowhere a squirrel came up, jumped, and bit his little fingers. That's why I am taking away two stars. And if anyone is reading this, PLEASE DO NOT FEED THE SQUIRRELS it will make it so more people have the problem we did. read more

Shubie Park offers hands-down the best off-leash dog walking trails in the region. Remember what Point Pleasant Park was like before Hurricane Juan made it look haggard? Well, Shubie still offers that forested trail appeal. Whether you bring the pooches or not, there are both on-leash and off-leash options, all trailing along either the gorgeous lakes or the beautiful Shubenacadie canal. Don't feel like walking? Take your water dog to the beach portion of the off-leash section and hang out on a picnic table while your canine does all the work. And while this is completely subjective, I've found 80% of dog owners at Shubie to be incredibly responsive, attentive and responsible when walking their dogs. As the owner of two small dogs, I love knowing that most owners in the park have a true shared sense of responsibility for keeping everyone safe. read more

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What a beautiful and relaxing spot! After a stressful day, this is just what I needed. The trails were wide and accessible. The people and their puppies were friendly. My favourite part though had to be the benches all around - nothing is more relaxing than hearing the water roll by with your best friend. There is a great amount of parking, and the trail is super accessible. It was my first time stumbling in, but I have officially declared it as my favourite walking trail. I fell in love instantly, especially with the vibrant colours of fall all around. All senses were definitely heightened here. read more

Who doesn't like a gorgeous park in your backyard? This park is one of the best in HRM in my opinion. Enjoy the beautiful Shubie canal or go walking through the endless trails. If you look close you can find some gnome homes that have been placed there by the awesome caretaker "Pat". read more

I haven't been to this park since I was a little girl when my grandparents lived in Dartmouth. I'm sure I liked it then, but I love it now! The trails are awesome, very well kept but still feel woodsy. There are a ton of benches to sit and enjoy views of the lakes and streams and plaques to tell you what you're enjoying. I like all the bridges and cute bird/squirrel houses. Squirrels in this park are pretty brazen, I had a couple come right over, expecting me to hand them some food. One looked me right in the eye, right into my soul. Just like ducks, they anticipate the food now, but you expect it from ducks. Ducks at the park are your best friend till they get wise to the fact you don't have any treats for them. Then you're yesterday's news. It's very dog friendly/baby stroller friendly/runner friendly so bring everyone! read more

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Today was my first trip to Shubie and I absolutely loved it. It's definitely looking like I'll be coming here weekly this summer, if not more often. Mike B. and I decided to take advantage of the beautiful not-quite-Canada Day (seriously, look it up!) weather and get our butts outside and in the sun. On the recommendation of James G., we decided to rent kayaks at Shubie and paddle down the canal. When we first arrived, there were no kayaks available. Apparently it's a good idea to call ahead and make reservations. (They only have five kayaks in total.) We arrived at 2:30 and decided to place a reservation for two kayaks at 3:30. In the meantime, we took a stroll through the many trails Shubie has to offer. The trails were great - very scenic and practically no mosquitos. (I was wearing bug spray, but I find it's never effective enough to keep them completely away.) It was great fun to run into some off-leash dogs who seemed to be having an absolute ball. Once we headed back to the wharf, we suited up in our life jackets, hopped in our kayaks and headed down the canal. It was beautiful. The water was very calm and the canal was incredibly serene. I did find that the paddles dropped quite a bit of water on me, which wasn't something I experienced as much when kayaking before. It didn't detract from my enjoyment, though. After an hour, we headed back and drove home - but we assured the staff that we'd be returning. Especially with price being pretty great - $12/hour for a kayak. We're thinking perhaps a CMYE event might be in order! read more

Perfect park for dog walks. I also love the variety of trails and the vastness of the park. Also discovering something new.

Shubie Park is the Dartmouth equivalent of Point Pleasant Park and just as gorgeous (if not more)! To access the park you can either park close to the highway by Cineplex in Dartmouth Crossing and the follow the sidewalk across the overpass and go down the steps or go to Waverley and find the main parking lot. The benefit to the latter is that there's a cute spot - The Lockside Canteen - for drinks (Lemon dogs!), ice pops and tacos! There's a neat new initiative (Try a Ride) that let's you borrow bikes + helmets from Halifax Rec for free on Tues/Wed/Thurs from 11am-7pm between July 4th and August 24th. All you need is a government issued photo ID or for youth, a valid school photo ID + NS health card. This park is so beautiful and has something for everyone! You can walk/run/bike the trails, bring your dogs for exercise (some off-leash areas exist), go swimming (with or without dogs), or go kayaking! There's also a campground if you want the experience of camping, but don't want to go far afield! While you're at it, you can learn about the history of the Shubie canal system through interpretive panels along the canal and imagine the hard work it took to create it using manual labour. You can expect to see lots of ducks and red squirrels! If I lived in Waverley, I'd used Shubie Park every time I wanted to run an errand in Dartmouth Crossing, especially to go see a movie! I highly recommend checking out this great urban park! read more

Alas - it seems that I will be the first person to give Shubie Park less than 5 stars. It's not without good reason, though. Pros: - Extensive and attractive trails, many with a view of the lake. - Lots of shade from surrounding trees to ensure that your visit is comfortable. - Plenty of garbage bins. - Most trail-goers are considerate of others around them. Cons: - The section of trail that leads you out to the Waverley Road is not maintained whatsoever. My friends and I like this extension for its length and scenic views, but we absolutely hate it for its terrain. We regularly biked this route from May to October of this year, and the condition of the trail worsened with each passing month. Washouts are all-too-common, as is large, loose rock (not gravel) on all hills. This resulted in 2-3 unnecessary wipeouts despite precautions being taken. - The signage in Shubie Park is poor - most of the signs have disappeared, rotted away, or had the lettering peel away. - Most of the fencing (especially along the highway section) is also poor, and the alarming number of missing/rotten/broken posts will certainly not protect anyone who veers off the trail from diving into nearby ravines. In summary, this beautiful trail is in need of regular maintenance and serious updates. We have searched in vain for a contact name/number but have come up short each time. Any help in this department would be greatly appreciated. read more

Thumbs up: - Clean paths - Friendly dogs running around - Cute little beaches - Parking spaces - Quiet - In short: beautiful! No thumbs down, I simply LOVE to go walking or jogging in Shubie park. :) read more

If I could give more stars I would! I grew up almost literally in Shubie Park. Summers spent on my bike tearing through the park, Cub and school activities, and other times just with friends up to whatever. So many miles of trails to walk, run, and bike on. Lakes and the canal to canoe and kayak on. BBQ pits and a baseball field for other activities. Just tons of stuff to do. Not to mention an off-leash area for the dogs. I love this place. read more

Shubie Park is a beautiful piece of nature in the middle of a city. I am a nature enthusiast so it did not disappoint. Great for everyone. There is a dog area for walking your pooches and lots of kayaking going on. Cafe Brea is on site where you can get a cold or hot beverage and I truly appreciate that chocolate almond milk is available for my fellow vegans or dairy sensitive pals. Birds, turtles, squirrels and much more inhabit this area. read more

Shubie Park - Parks Near Me - Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

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I like this park but my dog loves it! Nice trails, both on and off leash areas and a dog beach- what more could you ask for? I've let my dog off leash on the trails a couple of times and she almost didn't come back! Really nice way to relax for a couple of hours or to make you dog's day. read more

Greatest place to run in Halifax - 11 km of gravel trails with rolling hills and views of the lake - and you can always run back for a nice 1/2 marathon distance. read more

Probably our 2nd favorite dog park in the HRM(Point Pleasant being the #1). So many different types of trails in here. Always an enjoyable walk with the dogs! And they even have a little beach where you can take your dogs for a swim. read more

An amazing park. Lots of dogs and kids. Lake Charles is an amazing lake to swim in in the Summer, and there is a lifeguard at the beach. It's in a great neighbourhood in Dartmouth. Lots of natural beauty. Canoe and kayak rentals by the hour. Scenic Shubenacadie Canal with al its history, and a lovely little museum too. Check it out and take your dogs and kids!!! read more

What was once a most beautiful gem in the heart of Dartmouth is being slowly but surely overrun by dogs and their disrespectful owners. It is commonly refered to as Shubie Doggie Park and the Dog Beach. There is no regard for other people who want to enjoy the park. Dogs are off leash everywhere in the park and parking lots not just the 10+acres,yes, 10+ acres of off leash trails and, what was once, pristine lake frontage.The place looks like a moon scape.There is dog feces all over the place and some owners who do pick up after their dog just go ahead and toss the poop bag into the bushes. The incessant barking and noise from the beach area from sun up to sundown seven days a week is beyond belief.The City is much to blame thanks to the manipulation tactics of then councillor and Shubie Canal Commissioner Andrew Younger. The City of Halifax has also taken land that is clearly owned by the Province of Nova Scotia and controlled by the Shubie Canal Commission and turned it into an off leash area without authorization of the province. It appars as though Alan Billard,the Canal Commission managing director and other commissioners at the time looked the other way and allowed this to happen.Since that time Billard became Younger's Executive Assistant to the tune of $80,000/yr when Younger became Energy Minister in the Provincal Government. Coincidence, that is for you to decide.In my opinion the whole thing is rotton to the core. read more

Beautiful spot. Dogs running without leash - not so much fun. Not sure where the off leash area is so will have to investigate as my last outing there with my smallish and nervous dog was spoiled by all these "friendly" dogs running loose. Don't know why people think you want to pet their dog or that your dog wants a nose up the yazoo! Dog poop not picked up. Shame on you owners. read more