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McNabs Island, Halifax

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  • By Ronn B On November 6, 2017
    We did a kayak tour around the island. It got a little hairy as the sea picked up but were are still here to tell the tale. The old gun emplacements were really cool.  more »
  • By AlyxRed On October 8, 2017
    Went there right after the end of the high season (2nd week of september) and the weather was awesome. Loved walking on the island from side to side. Took me around 3h15 with some short stops but plan...  more »
  • By HeatherJ902 On September 6, 2017
    We took our own boats to the island and anchored at Wreck Cove. There is a charter from Eastern Passage that can be taken as well. The island trails are well maintained with a few rest stop and toilet...  more »
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  • By David McDougall On September 11, 2017
    Great historical place
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