Mira River Provincial Park

mira river

Nova Scotia Parks
Nova Scotia · reservable

what to expect

Jutting out into the famous Mira River and mid-way between Sydney and Fortress Louisbourg National Historic Site, Mira River is the perfect escape. It is close enough for day trips into the city or the many attractions found in the area. The quiet water-side setting offers a wide range of outdoor opportunities including camping, walking, boating, canoeing, water skiing, fishing, and swimming. The park offers a 156-site campground (65 Wooded; 41 Partially Wooded; 50 Open), 2 comfort stations (showers and flush toilets), 2 dishwashing stations, picnic area, playground, boat launch, walking trail, and a large unsupervised beach ideal for families to play. Serviced and Unserviced sites are offered. Water taps and vault toilets are conveniently located throughout the campground. Located on the …

the basics

drive from edmonton
51.1h · 3831 km
drive from calgary
52.3h · 3926 km
drive from vancouver
61.3h · 4599 km

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private campgrounds
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what to know

updated each morning from provincial parks and Environment Canada.

no fire ban active
Last checked from the provincial fire-ban feed. Check at the gate before you light — conditions change.

what to bring

this list adapts to mira river. no showers means a travel towel;

common questions about mira river

how far is mira river from edmonton?
Mira River Provincial Park is 3831 km from Edmonton — approximately a 51.1-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at mira river?
Yes. Mira River Provincial Park is operated by Nova Scotia Parks and uses an online reservation system. Book direct via the operator link on this page.

nearby places

within ~100 km of mira river.

data last refreshed 2026-05-14 from nova scotia parks + open sources

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