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Petersfield Provincial Park

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Record #: CBM0283 Last Modified: 11 Apr 2019 Last Full Update: 28 Feb 2017
Location
Located In Westmount
Where To Find Us
1126 Westmount Rd
Westmount, NS
Areas Served Cape Breton Regional Municipality
Contact
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Website parks.novascotia.ca/content/petersfield
Contact Sarah MacDonald, Department of Natural Resources; Phone: 902-295-2554
Description & Services
Information


Petersfield Provincial Park is a picnic park overlooking the south arm of Sydney Harbour on Cape Breton Island (off Route 239).

The park contains remnants of four cultural periods, dating from the late 18th to mid 20th centuries. Other park features include picnic tables, interpretive signs, and an extensive network of trails (7 km/4.5 mi).

Open seasonally for winter activities although there are no facilities or services provided.
Special Information
Tags Bicycle ; Cape Breton Connect ; Cross Country Skiing ; HALIFAX ; Hiking ; NS Trail Guide ; Park ; Provincial Park ; Recreation Categories ; Snowshoeing ; Trails ; Walking
Categories - General Bicycle Paths/Trails ; Cross Country Ski Trails ; Displays/Exhibits ; Hiking Trails ; Picnic Grounds ; Provincial/Territorial Parks ; Snowshoe Trails