Peggy's Cove Lighthouse
Canada's most famous lighthouse perched on granite rocks with stunning ocean views.
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Iconic LighthouseGranite Rock FormationsOcean ViewsPhotographySouvenir Shop
Hikes
20 amazing places to discover in Halifax
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Sir Sandford Fleming Park (The Dingle)
Historic park in the Northwest Arm area featuring the Dingle Tower with panoramic harbor views. The 2.8km loop trail has elevation changes with mixed crusher dust and paved surfaces, offering a family-friendly atmosphere with waterfront access.
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Historic TowerPanoramic ViewsFamily-FriendlyWaterfront Access2.8km Loop
Fairview Lawn Cemetery
Historic cemetery with graves of Titanic victims and maritime history.
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Titanic GravesHistoric CemeteryMaritime HistoryGuided ToursMemorial Site
Point Pleasant Park
Located at the southern tip of Halifax peninsula, this historic park features coastal fortifications and old-growth forest. Known for its ocean views and military ruins, recent reviews describe it as a very nice place for a quiet walk with many scenic spots.
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Coastal FortificationsOld-Growth ForestOcean ViewsMilitary RuinsQuiet Walks
York Redoubt National Historic Site
Coastal defense fort with panoramic harbor views and historic military structures.
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Harbor ViewsMilitary HistoryCoastal DefenseWalking TrailsHistoric Buildings
Hemlock Ravine Park
Secluded ravine park in the Bedford area featuring an old-growth hemlock forest with a unique heart-shaped pond. Offers a peaceful atmosphere with historic significance in a natural ravine setting.
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Old-Growth HemlockHeart-Shaped PondSecluded RavineHistoric SignificanceBedford Area
Halifax Public Gardens
Victorian-era public gardens with ornate fountains and seasonal displays.
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Victorian GardensOrnate FountainsSeasonal DisplaysWalking PathsHistoric Greenhouse
Salt Marsh Trail
8.1-mile former railway line through coastal wetlands in Eastern Passage, rated 4.7/5 by 981 reviews on AllTrails. This easy trail takes approximately 2.5-3 hours and is a coastal birdwatching paradise.
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Coastal WetlandsFormer RailwayBirdwatchingEasy Difficulty8.1 Miles
Halifax Central Library
Award-winning architectural landmark with extensive collections and rooftop terrace.
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Architectural LandmarkExtensive CollectionsRooftop TerraceCommunity EventsStudy Spaces
Crystal Crescent Beach Provincial Park
Located in the Sambro area, this park features three white-sand beaches with coastal hiking opportunities. A popular destination for both swimming and hiking along the coastline.
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White-Sand BeachesCoastal HikingSwimmingProvincial ParkThree Beaches
Peggy's Cove Coastal Region
World-famous coastal landscape featuring an iconic lighthouse with dramatic coastal scenery. Includes trails like Polly Cove Seaside Trail and Peggy's Cove Lighthouse in the Peggy's Cove area.
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Iconic LighthouseDramatic CoastlinePolly Cove TrailWorld-FamousCoastal Scenery
Duncan's Cove Nature Reserve
2.8-mile coastal wilderness trail near Peggy's Cove, taking approximately 1-1.5 hours to complete. This secluded coastal reserve features dramatic cliffs and natural wilderness surroundings.
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Coastal WildernessDramatic CliffsSecludedNature Reserve2.8 Miles
Blue Mountain - Birch Cove Lakes Wilderness Area
Extensive trail network in northwest Halifax connecting multiple lakes, providing a true wilderness experience close to the city. Highly recommended by Halifax residents as a local favorite.
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Wilderness ExperienceMultiple LakesExtensive NetworkLocal FavoriteNorthwest Halifax
Crowbar Lake Trail
Remote lake access trail in the HRM area with challenging terrain, making it a local favorite for serious hikers seeking more difficult hiking experiences.
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Remote Lake AccessChallenging TerrainSerious HikersLocal FavoriteHRM Area
Melancholy Mountain
Scenic mountain hike in the HRM area with rewarding views, popular among local hiking enthusiasts for its picturesque landscapes and challenging ascent.
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Mountain HikeScenic ViewsLocal EnthusiastsRewardingHRM Area
Pockwock Falls
Waterfall destination in a wilderness setting within the HRM area, known as a hidden gem for waterfall seekers looking for natural water features in a secluded environment.
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Waterfall DestinationWilderness SettingHidden GemWaterfall SeekersHRM Area
Bluff Wilderness Hiking Trail
Challenging backcountry experience located in the Spryfield area, popular as a local wilderness destination for experienced hikers seeking rugged terrain.
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Backcountry ExperienceChallengingWildernessSpryfield AreaLocal Destination
Long Lake Provincial Park
Lake-side hiking destination in the Spryfield area with swimming opportunities, serving as a popular day-use park for outdoor recreation and water activities.
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Lake-Side HikingSwimmingDay-Use ParkSpryfield AreaProvincial Park
Taylor Head Provincial Park
Dramatic headland on the Eastern Shore with coastal hiking, considered one of Halifax's most stunning coastal hikes for its impressive landscapes and ocean views.
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Dramatic HeadlandCoastal HikingEastern ShoreStunning ViewsProvincial Park
Herring Cove Provincial Park Reserve
Coastal reserve in the Herring Cove area with hiking trails, offering a protected natural area for outdoor exploration and conservation-based recreation.
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Coastal ReserveProtected AreaHiking TrailsHerring CoveNatural Area