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Porters Lake Provincial Park

porters lake

Nova Scotia Parks
Nova Scotia · reservable

what to expect

Only a short drive from metro Halifax/Dartmouth, Porters Lake Provincial Park is the perfect escape from the urban rush, yet the park is close enough for day trips to visit the many attractions found in the metro area. The quiet lakeside setting offers a wide range of outdoor opportunities including camping, boating, canoeing, water skiing, fishing, and swimming. The park offers an 80-site campground (71 Partially Wooded; 9 Open), picnic areas, boat launch, comfort station (showers and flush toilets), and hiking trails. The small unsupervised campers beach is ideal for family fun. Serviced and Unserviced sites are offered. Water taps and vault toilets are conveniently located throughout the campground. Located just 28 km (17 mi.) east of Dartmouth, the park is 5 km (3 mi.) south of Exit 19…

the basics

drive from edmonton
49.3h · 3699 km
drive from calgary
50.3h · 3775 km
drive from vancouver
59.3h · 4446 km

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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 porters lake. no showers means a travel towel; the lake means a swimsuit;

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common questions about porters lake

how far is porters lake from edmonton?
Porters Lake Provincial Park is 3699 km from Edmonton — approximately a 49.3-hour drive on highway routes.
do you need reservations at porters lake?
Yes. Porters Lake Provincial Park is operated by Nova Scotia Parks and uses an online reservation system. Book direct via the operator link on this page.
when is the best time to camp at porters lake?
Peak season at Porters Lake Provincial Park aligns with swimmable months — Jul through Aug. Shoulder months (May, September) offer fewer crowds.

nearby places

within ~100 km of porters lake.

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

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