Safety and guidelines
Fort Edward National Historic Site
Be prepared and stay safe while enjoying your visit! Review important bulletins, weather conditions, and visitor guidelines.
Be prepared
Weather
Current conditions and short-term weather forecast.
Important bulletins
Important announcements, notifications, and active superintendent orders.
Please be advised that the blockhouse at Fort Edward National Historic Site will be closed to the public for the duration of the 2024 season. Visitors are encouraged to explore the grounds at Fort Edward National Historic Site, which remain open year-round. More information
Safety
To have a safe visit, please observe the following:
- The ground floor of the blockhouse is wheelchair accessible.
- Use caution on the steep, grassed hills (earthworks).
- Please carefully supervise children.
Visitor guidelines
Drones
All Parks Canada places are "no drone zones" for recreational use. Please leave your drone at home. Use of drones at Parks Canada places
Metal detectors
It is prohibited to use a metal detector within Fort Edward National Historic Site.
Pets
Pets on leash are permitted on the grounds. Only service animals are permitted in the blockhouse.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted in the building.
No camping
Camping is not permitted at Fort Edward National Historic Site.
There is camping nearby at Grand-Pré National Historic Site.
Tourism Nova Scotia offers information about other places to stay. Call 902-742-0511 or 1-800-565-0000 (toll free in North America).
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