Shubenacadie Wildlife Park: A Wild Day Trip from Halifax!
🦉 Shubenacadie Wildlife Park: A Wild Day Trip from Halifax! 🦌 Just a 40-minute drive from downtown Halifax lies Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park—a hidden gem where moose, foxes, and even black bears roam freely! Whether you're a family, couple, or solo adventurer, this budget-friendly wildlife escape is perfect for reconnecting with nature. 📍 Quick Facts • Address: 149 Creighton Rd, Shubenacadie, NS • Admission: • Adults (18+): $3.50 🎟️ • Kids (6-17): $1.75 • Under 5: FREE 👶 • Open: • Spring/Summer (May 15-Oct 15): Daily, 9 AM–6:30 PM • Off-Season: Weekends only, 9 AM–3 PM (check updates!) 🐻 Meet the Locals (Animal Edition!) This isn’t a typical zoo—it’s a sanctuary for Nova Scotia’s native wildlife! Spot: • Majestic moose 🦌 grazing in meadows • Playful river otters splashing in ponds • Bald eagles 🦅 perched regally • Timber wolves 🐺 prowling their enclosures • Adorable raccoons 🦝 (the ultimate Canadian bandits!) Star Attraction: The black bears—watch them clamber over logs or nap in the sun! 📸 Pro Tips for the Best Visit 1. Feed the Deer 🦌: Bring quarters (25¢ coins) to buy feed for the friendly white-tailed deer (the only animals you can feed!). 2. Pack Binoculars 🔍: Some animals (like owls and foxes) are shy—zoom in on their antics! 3. Footwear Matters 👟: The park is 100% walkable (strollers work, but comfy shoes are a must). 4. Timing is Key ⏰: Mornings = active animals; evenings = quieter crowds. 🚗 Getting There & Extras • Route: Take Highway 102 toward Truro, exit at Shubenacadie (well-signed!). • Picnic Alert 🍎: Pack lunch—there’s a grassy picnic area near the entrance. • Souvenirs: Gift shop sells plush moose (because how could you resist?). 🌿 Why Kids (& Adults!) Love It • No barriers (mostly)! Many enclosures use natural landscapes, so you feel up close with the animals. • Educational signs teach fun facts (did you know a moose can swim 10 km/h?!). 💰 Budget Breakdown • Gas: ~$10 round-trip from Halifax • Food: Bring snacks (or grab ice cream in Shubenacadie village!). • Total for 2 adults + 1 kid: Under $10—cheaper than a movie! 📌 Don’t Miss Nearby • Shubenacadie Tidal Bore Rafting 🌊: Ride the world’s highest tides! (20 mins away) • Stewiacke “Moose” Statue 🦌: Quirky photo op en route! #WildlifeWonder #NovaScotiaAdventures #HalifaxDayTrip #CheapAndCheerful #CanadianWildlife #FamilyFun