Book Your Next Dream Camping Trip with a COANS Member
Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure? The Campground Owners Association of Nova Scotia (COANS) invites you to explore our diverse range of campgrounds and RV parks, each offering unique experiences and breathtaking views. Whether you’re seeking a tranquil retreat or an action-packed getaway, COANS has something for everyone. Embrace the beauty of Nova Scotia and create lasting memories with us!
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COANS Campground Spotlight: Whispering Winds Family Campground Looking to escape the city without going far? Whispering Winds Family Campground, nestled on wooded slopes overlooking the Shubenacadie River, is just under an hour from downtown Halifax—perfect for day-trippers or weekend getaways! What You’ll Love: 🏕️ 250+ Campsites & Rentals: Spacious RV and tent sites, plus cozy cabins and trailers 🏊 2 Pools & Playground: Keep the whole family entertained all day long 🛶 Riverfront Location: Enjoy scenic river views and easy access to nature trails 🎉 On-Site Events: From family dances to Canada Day BBQ, there’s always something fun happening 🐾 Pet-Friendly: Bring your well-behaved pups along for the adventure 🧺 Clean Conveniences: Showers, laundry, free Wi‑Fi, store, and convenient dump station 🔗 Explore and book: https://www.whisperingwindscampground.ca/ Discover more amazing COANS member campgrounds at campingnovascotia.com #coans #WhisperingWinds #NovaScotiaCamping #FamilyCamping #NearHalifax #CampLocalNS
COANS Member Spotlight: Whidden Park Campground & Cottages Located right in the heart of downtown Antigonish, Whidden Park offers the best of both worlds—peaceful, wooded grounds and the vibrant town just steps away. What makes Whidden stand out: 👉Clean, quiet, and conveniently close: Nestled beside the gentle Brierly Brook, with 154 well-maintained campsites, cozy cottages, and on-site RV rentals. 👉Packed with modern comforts: Two saltwater swimming pools (one heated), playgrounds, rec hall, laundromat, dump station, and free Wi‑Fi throughout the park. 👉Steps from the action: Walk to downtown shops, local eateries, theaters, and St. Francis Xavier University—perfect for quick strolls between campfire evenings. 👉Highly praised for its charm: Guests rave about the "beautiful park-like setting" with shaded sites and attentive, welcoming staff. Whether you're rolling in with an RV or unwinding in a cozy cottage, you’ll enjoy the professionally managed hospitality that COANS members pride themselves on. 📍 Plan your getaway today: 👉 www.whiddens.com 🧭 For more Nova Scotia destinations, visit: 👉 www.campingnovascotia.com #CampingNovaScotia #VisitNovaScotia #WhiddenParkCampground #AntigonishNS #DowntownCamping #RVLife #ProfessionalCamping #CampWithConfidence
COANS Member Spotlight: Wayside Camping Park 🔦 Nestled along the scenic Peggy’s Cove Road in Glen Margaret, Wayside Campground delivers spacious RV and private tent sites just minutes from the iconic Peggy’s Cove lighthouse. What makes Wayside special: 👉Full hookups for RVs (30 & 50 amp), water and sewer, plus peaceful, forested tent sites. 👉Modern amenities like hot coin‑operated showers, flush toilets, laundry facilities, dump station, and free Wi‑Fi. 👉Ideal location for exploring the South Shore’s top attractions—from ocean swimming and hiking to kayaking and visiting Peggy’s Cove. 📍 Plan your getaway today: 👉 www.waysidecampground.com 🧭 For more Nova Scotia destinations, visit: 👉 www.campingnovascotia.com #COANScamping #CampingNovaScotia #VisitNovaScotia #WaysideCampingPark #SouthShoreNS #RVLife #TentCamping #peggyscove #CampWithConfidence
Today we celebrate the people, communities, and traditions that make our province such a special place to visit and call home. From all of us at the Campground Owners Association of Nova Scotia, we wish you and your family a safe, relaxing, and memorable Natal Day. ️www.campingnovascotia.com #HappyNatalDay #NovaScotia #CampingNovaScotia #ExploreNS #ProudlyNovaScotian
COANS Member Spotlight: Upper Clements Cottages & RV Park Tucked in the heart of Nova Scotia’s scenic Annapolis Valley, Upper Clements Cottages & RV Park offers an idyllic escape where tranquility, comfort, and unique charm come together. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Annapolis River and North Mountain, it’s a getaway that truly stands out. 👉Cozy, ocean-view accommodations: Choose from seven spacious, two-bedroom cottages—one of which is fully accessible—with thoughtful amenities like heat-pumped A/C & heating, fully equipped kitchens, verandas, cozy décor, and free fiber Wi‑Fi 👉Pet-friendly and family-loved: Families delight in meeting playful goats and free-roaming bunnies—embracing nature in the most charming way 👉Spacious and well-equipped RV options: Enjoy roomy pull-through, monthly, and seasonal RV sites (33 in total), complete with full or two-service hookups, picnic tables, fire pits, and free Wi-Fi 📍 Plan your getaway: 👉 www.upperclementscottages.com 🧭 For more Nova Scotia destinations, visit: 👉 www.campingnovascotia.com #CampingNovaScotia #VisitNovaScotia #ExploreCanada #UpperClementsCottages #AnnapolisValley #PetFriendlyCamping #FamilyCamping #NordicRetreat #RVLife #CottageStay #COANSMember #CampWithConfidence
The August Long Weekend is here—one of the best weekends of the summer to get outside and enjoy everything Nova Scotia has to offer! Whatever you are up to, we hope you have a safe, happy, and memorable weekend! From the Campground Owners Association of Nova Scotia and our devoted private campgrounds. www.campingnovascotia.com #CampingNovaScotia #ExploreNS #NovaScotia #CampingLife #CampMore #RVLife #DiscoverNovaScotia #AugustLongWeekend
Paddle into Deep Cove’s hidden sea cave on the Bay of Fundy by timing a six-metre flood tide, armed with exact charts, gear tips, safety cues and local perks.
Explore Blue Rocks’ misty cottages, hidden sea legends, and a dusk-to-midnight loop that links the hamlet’s eerie atmosphere with Lunenburg’s famed ghost walk.
Discover how to turn a twilight walk in Shubie Park into a family-friendly, citizen-science bat safari with simple gear, safety tips, and step-by-step acoustic monitoring guidance.
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