Jerry Lawrence Provincial Park facts for kids

Jerry Lawrence Provincial Park is a lovely place in the Canadian province of Nova Scotia. You can find it in Upper Tantallon. It's about 25 kilometers (15.5 miles) west of Halifax, right on Route 3.

This park is a great spot for a day trip. It has special areas for picnics and places designed for seniors and people with disabilities. This makes sure everyone can enjoy the park easily.

What Can You Do at the Park?

The park offers many fun activities. You can find picnic tables and a picnic shelter. There's also a fishing wharf that is easy to use for people in wheelchairs.

A special trail connects to a "rails to trails" network. This means you can walk or bike on old railway lines. Parking spots are close to all the facilities. There are also easy-to-access washrooms.

Fishing at Round Lake

Round Lake is a popular spot for fishing in the park. Each year, the lake is filled with fish like brook trout and rainbow trout. In 2018, salmon were also added to the lake.

Park History and Name Change

The park was once called Lewis Lake Provincial Park. In 2007, its name was changed to honor Jerry Lawrence. He was a well-known radio host and a government minister.

Jerry Lawrence was very important in making the park better for everyone. He especially helped create fun things to do for people with disabilities. Thanks to his ideas, many parts of the park are now easy for all visitors to use.

Visiting the Park

The park is open for day use from May 15 to October 12. You can visit from when the sun comes up until it sets. There is no charge to enter the park or use its facilities.

Jerry Lawrence Provincial Park was officially created on January 25, 1977. Its address is in Upper Tantallon, Nova Scotia.