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Point Pleasant Park

Point Pleasant Park
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Type of Site
City Parks & Gardens, Beaches, Lakes, Rivers
Neighborhood
Central
Interests That Apply
Outdoors, Sports & Recreation, History, Local Culture, Photography
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Price: Free
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Water/Drinks: Available on site or nearby.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Restrooms: Available
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Point Pleasant Park

Take a Long Walk


Family Time

Address: Phone:
Point Pleasant Dr
Halifax, NS B3J 3A5
+1 902 490 4700

Description

This park offers squirrels, blue jays, woodpeckers and 185 acres to explore. Although it is located a few minutes from downtown, it feels like being in the country. You can walk by the water or through the forest; there are a variety of paths. Bring a picnic lunch or barbeque a few hotdogs; the park has pits for cooking and plenty of tables. Spend a relaxing day exploring the old forts, watching for seals, or mingling with the dog walkers and joggers.



Times & Dates

Open Hours: 6am-8pm, daily
Notes: The park is open dawn-dusk, daily.
Visit Time: 30min-Half day(4hr)
Best Time to Visit: Early morning or just before dusk are the best times to visit.
Why Best: This is the best time to see the wildlife in the park.
Average Wait Time: None
Price: Free

Exposure

Outdoor with little or no covering.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car Bus Taxi
Parking Availability: Yes
Average Price per Hour: Free
Parking Safety: Safe


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