Guided petroglyph tours

Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site

Discover one of the largest collections of petroglyphs in North America along the shores of Kejimkujik Lake. Guided petroglyph tours are available to the public from June to September. The petroglyphs are in a restricted area and the tours are the only way visitors can access them.

A visitor and Parks Canada guide looking at Petroglyphs in the rocks. — The petroglyphs at Kejimkujik are in a restricted area and the tours are the only way visitors can access them

Access for Mi’kmaw people

Mi’kmaq have an ancestral right to visit the petroglyphs of Kejimkujik.

If you are Mi’kmaw and wish to see the petroglyphs during your time at Kejimkujik, please contact kejimkujik@pc.gc.ca. We will do our best to facilitate site visitations.

Description

Join a Parks Canada interpreter and learn about Mi’kmaw culture by experiencing the wonder of the petroglyphs on the shores of Kejimkujik Lake. These fascinating stone-carved depictions make up one of North America’s largest collections and provide vital clues for reconstructing regional history.

More information about the petroglyphs

Dates, times, location and details

Dates and times

July to Thanksgiving weekend:

Sundays from 6 pm to 7:30 pm
Mondays from 6 pm to 7:30 pm
Wednesdays from 6 pm to 7:30 pm
Thursdays from 10:30 am to noon
Fridays from 6 pm to 7:30 pm
Saturdays from 10:30 am to noon

Consult the guided experiences schedule

Duration

60 to 90 minutes

Location

Mi'kmaw Cultural Landscape Monument (Merrymakedge P1)

Group sizes

Maximum: 20 people — no exceptions

Languages

English
French

Age requirements

Visitors 16 and under require adult accompaniment
Not recommended for children under 12

What to bring

No pets please

Other important information

Due to safety reasons (wet, slippery rocks), this program is cancelled if it is raining
The petroglyphs are located on the shoreline and may be hidden when water levels are high

Reservations and payment

Prices

Public tours: Free with admission to Kejimkujik
Commercial groups: contact Kejimkujik

How to book

Registration is required. Registration is open during Visitor Centre hours, starting Victoria Day weekend.

In-person: Register at the Visitor Centre
Telephone: 902-682-2772

Cancellation policy

This program is in high demand and space is limited. Out of consideration for other visitors who may wish to participate, please cancel your reservation if you are unable to attend. Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours in advance.