12 Percent - Parks and Protected Areas System Plan Consultation

Valleyview Provincial Park

County

Annapolis

Size

58.44 Hectares

Classification

Outdoor Recreation

Status

Designated; Operational

Location NS Atlas

55 W 3

Managed As

Supporting Park

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Overview

Situated on the brow of North Mountain, Valleyview features a scenic view of the Annapolis Valley while also offering camping and day-use.

30 campsites, open for camping from June to September.

Protection Values

Two species of vascular plants found within the park are vulnerable to extirpation or extinction.  One species of reptile/amphibian was also determined to be vulnerable to extirpation or extinction.

Education Values

Locally significant opportunity to interpret valley landscapes and vistas. Existing interpretive displays.

Tourism Values

Scenic vistas of Annapolis Valley. One of only a few public viewing opportunities on North Mountain. Near Upper Clements Theme Park.

Outdoor Recreation Values

Camping, short walking trail, picnicking, viewing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing.

Annual Visitation

1042 campers; day use unknown

Annual Revenue

2010: $12,053

Operating Cost

2010: $103,702

Other Site Considerations

Potential to acquire additional lands next to park.