Parks Canada Perfect Picnic

Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site

Our twist on "take-out": Everything tastes better when you eat it outside!

We partnered with local restaurants on a Perfect Picnic! Pick up a ready-made lunch and let nature design your dining space. Be dazzled by white sand beaches and turquoise water at Kejimkujik Seaside, or enjoy the stillness of the waterways and Acadian forest at Kejimkujik inland! "Bon appétit!"

The Parks Canada Perfect Picnic is available from participating restaurants from July to October 31.

It's as easy as 1, 2, 3!

  1. Place your order with a participating restaurant in Bridgewater, Liverpool, Caledonia, or Annapolis Royal
  2. Pick up your lunch
  3. Find your perfect picnic place at Kejimkujik Seaside or Kejimkujik inland, and enjoy!

Local partners

Perfect Picnics are prepared from a choice of delectable local favourites from local restaurants, including:

 

Bridgewater area

Wile's Lake Farm Market: 902-543-6082

3254 Hwy 325, Wileville, NS B4V 5G8
www.wileslakefarmmarket.com
www.facebook.com/wileslakefarmmarket

How to order: phone before 6 pm the day before your picnic. See more details:
  • Phone: 902-543-6082
  • Available daily, July 1 to October 31
  • Order must be placed by 6 pm the previous evening
  • Pick up after 10 am

Menu

1) Hiker’s Picnic: $20 (plus tax)
  • Choice of sandwich made on fresh market bread and served with Wolter’s greens:
    • Egg salad
    • Chicken Salad
    • Webber’s ham and cheese
  • Market-made hummus and crudités
  • Brownie and seasonal fruit (apple, strawberries, blueberries, or combo)
  • Bottle of water
2) Leisurely Picnic: $25 (plus tax)
  • Market made baguette
  • Assorted sliced meat from Webber’s Meat
  • That Dutchman’s Cheese Farm cheese (Great Village, NS)
  • Hummus and crudités
  • Potato salad
  • Apple crisp
  • Bottle of water

NOTE: We do carry gluten free products so the picnics can be adapted to those seeking gluten free options.

Liverpool area (southern end of Route 8, nearest to Kejimkujik Seaside)

Lane’s Privateer Inn: 902-354-3456

27 Bristol Ave., Liverpool, NS B0T 1K0
www.lanesprivateerinn.wordpress.com
www.facebook.com/lanesprivateerinn

How to order: phone before 10 am. See more details:
  • Phone: 902-354-3456
  • Offered daily, July 1 to October 31
  • Order must be placed before 10 am (same day)
  • Earliest pick-up time: 11:30 am
  • Order can be placed on site or by phone
  • Payment required at the time of order
  • Cancellation policy: a refund is possible the same day if cancelled before 9 am

Menu

1) Lobster Picnic Lunch: $39 plus tax
  • Lobster rolls: chunks of tender, fresh lobster tossed in a tangy horseradish mayonnaise with a spritz of lemon, celery, green onion and arugula served on a soft brioche roll.
  • Summer garden salad: mixed greens with fresh local goodness and a house-made dressing.
  • Choice of dessert: apple crisp, brownie sundae, coconut cream pie, or turtle cheesecake (selection may vary) 
  • VanDyk’s Blueberry Lemonade.
2) Picnic Lunch: $27 plus tax
  • Choose one of the following sandwiches on your choice of Lane’s famous brown bread, 7 grain, white or sourdough bread
    • Roast turkey with cranberry mayo
    • Ham and cheddar
    • Roast turkey club with bacon, tomato and greens
  • Summer garden salad: mixed greens with fresh local goodness and a house-made dressing
  • Choice of dessert: apple crisp, brownie sundae, coconut cream pie, or turtle cheesecake (selection may vary) 
  • VanDyk’s Blueberry Lemonade

Caledonia (inland on Route 8, nearest to Kejimkujik)

The Hollow Log Café: 902-682-2086, text: 902-541-0656

9902 Highway 8, Caledonia, NS B0T 1B0
www.facebook.com/HollowLogCafe

How to order: phone or text one hour before pick up. See more details:
  • Phone: 902-682-2086
  • Text: 902-541-0656
  • Available daily, July 1 to October 31
  • Order can be placed up to one hour before the desired pick-up time
  • Earliest pick-up is 10 am
  • Payment required at the time at the time of order
  • Full refund possible if cancelled before 7 pm the previous day

Menu

1) The Hollow Log Café Wrap and Salad: $20 plus tax
  • Wrap options include
    • Club (bacon, ham and turkey),
    • Chicken Caesar,
    • Garlic Roast Chicken and
    • Veggie
  • Complete your wrap with your choice of fresh local veggies: lettuce, tomato, green pepper, pickles, olives, cucumber, hot peppers, red onion.
  • Served with mayonnaise and mozzarella cheese
  • Choice of Caesar, Greek or Garden Salad
  • Bottle of water
  • Please note: the wrap will be ready to go and the salad will be deconstructed and toppings and dressing need to be added. Ice will be provided to keep the items fresh and chilled.
Extras
  • Choice of square: $3 plus tax
  • Choice of homemade pie: $5 plus tax

Annapolis Royal area (northern end of Route 8)

German Bakery Sachsen Cafe & Restaurant:  902-532-1990

358 St. George Street, Annapolis Royal, NS, B0S 1A0
www.germanbakery.ca
www.facebook.com/germanbakeryandsachsencafe

How to order: phone or pick up after 9:30 am. See more details:
  • Phone: 902-532-1990
  • Available daily, July 1 to October 12
  • Earliest pick-up time: 9:30 am
  • Order can be placed on site or by phone
  • Payment required at the time of pick-up
  • Customer must order at least 15 minutes prior to pick-up

Menu

1) Sandwich with side dish: $25 (tax included)
  • Choice of locally-sourced schnitzel, salami, or Dutch gouda and veggies served on a homemade Kaiser roll
  • Served with a turnover
  • Choice of water or canned pop
2) German Sausage: $32 (tax included)
  • German Bratwurst sausage with your choice of homemade sauerkraut or potato salad
  • Served with a turnover
  • Choice of water or canned pop

Find your Perfect Picnic place!

A few of our favorite picnic spots, whether you head to Kejimkujik Seaside or the inland portion of Kejimkujik:

Kejimkujik Seaside

 
Find your Perfect Picnic place at Kejimkujik Seaside.

This downloadable map (PDF, 1.67 MB) shows the top Perfect Picnic places at Kejimkujik Seaside.

  1. Picnic Shelter – take a short stroll to picnic tables with a seaside breeze.
  2. Closed for 2021: Scenic Lookout – a great view of wildflowers and the seacoast. Benches available.
  3. Harbour Rocks Beach – Granite headlands and views of basking seals.
  4. Parks Canada Red Chairs – an idyllic spot! #sharethechair
  5. St. Catherine's Beach – white sands and gorgeous turquoise water.

Kejimkujik Inland

 
Find your Perfect Picnic place at Kejimkujik inland.

This downloadable map (PDF, 4.5 MB) shows the top Perfect Picnic places at Kejimkujik inland.

  1. Mill Falls Trail -– Be soothed by the hypnotic and flowing waters.
  2. Nancy Cove Picnic Area (Indian Point) – Paddle to a peaceful cove.
  3. Merrymakedge Beach – Sand warmed by the sun and breathtaking views of the lake await!
  4. Peter Point Trail – A idyllic and tranquil spot to relax.
 

Help keep Kejimkujik wild and beautiful

Leave no trace - Pack it in, pack it out. Learn more about the Leave No Trace Canada program.

For the welfare of all wildlife, always observe them from a distance. Leave nature undisturbed for others to enjoy.

Use only designated picnic sites – open fires are not permitted in these locations.

Backcountry campsites are for registered campers only – please respect campers’ privacy.

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