Blomidon Provincial ParkAbout Blomidon Provincial Park
Blomidon Provincial Park is a Nova Scotia provincial park on the Blomidon Peninsula that overlooks the Minas Basin and the Bay of Fundy. It is known for steep sandstone and basalt cliffs and elevated lookouts over expansive tidal flats.
Trails and lookouts provide views across the basin and are used for hiking, birdwatching and tide observation. The park includes a campground and day-use areas that support seasonal recreational use.
Blomidon sits on the north side of the Minas Basin on the Blomidon Peninsula, within reach of communities along the Annapolis Valley coast and the larger town of Wolfville.
- High-tide viewpoints: Clifftop viewpoints provide panoramas over the Minas Basin, known for one of the world’s largest tidal ranges.
- Visitor facilities: Seasonal facilities include a staffed campground and day-use areas that operate mainly in the warmer months.
What to See#
- Campground and trails: A staffed campground and a network of short hiking trails lead to coastal lookouts and interior viewpoints of the Minas Basin and Bay of Fundy tides.
Best Time to Visit Blomidon Provincial Park
A dramatic clifftop provincial park overlooking the Minas Basin (Bay of Fundy) - best from late spring through autumn for hiking and views of the tides.
Weather & Climate near Blomidon Provincial Park
Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -10°C to 23°C. Abundant rainfall (1202 mm/year), wettest in November, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -11° - -1° | -12° | 114 mm | - | - | 4.8 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -10° - -1° | -12° | 94 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -6° - 2° | -7° | 105 mm | - | - | 4.8 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -1° - 8° | 0° | 93 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 4° - 14° | 7° | 100 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 9° - 20° | 14° | 87 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 12° - 23° | 18° | 83 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 12° - 23° | 18° | 81 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 9° - 18° | 14° | 105 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 4° - 13° | 6° | 103 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 0° - 7° | 0° | 122 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -7° - 1° | -8° | 115 mm | - | - | 4.8 m/s | - | - |
How to Get to Blomidon Provincial Park
Blomidon is on the north slope of the Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia. From Wolfville (about 20-30 minutes’ drive), follow Route 1/101 and local roads to the park entrance; the park is roughly 35-50 minutes from Halifax by car depending on route and traffic.
Tips for Visiting Blomidon Provincial Park
- Hike the Blomidon Lookoff near sunset for dramatic views of the Minas Basin and the Bay of Fundy's tidal flats.
- Bring windproof layers - the headlands are exposed and can be chilly even on otherwise warm days.
- Allow time to explore nearby vineyards and local food producers in the Annapolis Valley.