The Murphys welcome you to come and enjoy our hospitality and all that Mother Nature has to offer at one of the most scenic & interactive campgrounds in Nova Scotia. We offer both RV sites and Tent sites, each having a unique set of characteristics. Whether you enjoy a site just meters from the Atlantic Ocean, or something a little more secluded, you will surely find a site that suits your preferences.
Along our coastline lies a little known, yet incredible, natural treasure. It's a vast and beautiful archipelago of over 100 Wild Islands. Considered to be "The most valuable islands you've never heard of", the archipelago is one of the last remaining intact and ecologically rich island groups of its size in North America, the rugged beauty simply can't be put into words.
Along our coastline lies a little known, yet incredible, natural treasure. It's a vast and beautiful archipelago of over 100 Wild Islands. Considered to be "The most valuable islands you've never heard of", the archipelago is one of the last remaining intact and ecologically rich island groups of its size in North America, the rugged beauty simply can't be put into words.
Services
Murphy's Camping celebrated its 60th year in operation in 2020, making it one of the longest running campgrounds in Nova Scotia. As a small campground with just 51 sites, we offer a very hospitable atmosphere promoting interaction between guests. Over the past 10 years alone, we've had guests from over 60 different countries, so you will have no trouble finding someone interesting to talk with.
We are located approximately 80 km from Halifax/Dartmouth, along the Eastern Shore of Nova Scotia. The drive will take approximately 1 hour. Check-in time is 2 pm and our office closes around 8 pm. Check-out time is 11 am. Arriving earlier and staying a little bit later (especially between Sunday to Thursday) is often not a problem, but please check with the office first.
Please Remember: Our prices include WiFi, hot showers, morning coffee, a nightly campfire & mussel boil on the beach with local entertainment on occasion. The "Moon" & "Lonely Planet" travel guides and campers alike comment on our nightly campfires and hospitality as one of our best features and the reason we feel Murphy's Camping is one of the best campgrounds in Nova Scotia.
SO unique and beautiful, and very accommodating. We got there very late, and were able to set up our tent and settle up in the morning, which we very much appreciated after driving all the way from Meat Cove! They clearly take great care in the experience their guests have, and great pride in their beautiful campground!
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Reviews (10)
Laura Andrews
Oct 20, 2021
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We absolutely loved camping at Murphy's. The campsites are spaced apart and with the surrounding trees, each site seemed very private. The level sites easily accomodate motorhomes or campers/tents. The view was spectacular!! Our site (32) water view was 3/4 around. We were here for fall colors and they did not dissapoint. The owners were very friendly and we had fun at the evening group campfire. I would highly recommend staying at Murphy's.
Tania Simpson
Sep 21, 2021
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Leah Macintyre
Sep 18, 2021
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Two night stay with the camper rental package- includes live lobsters and 2h kayak. We had perfect weather and were able to go out on a boat tour and kayak around the islands.
Such a lovely time- staff were great and helpful anytime you even slightly mentioned you might need something or had questions.
Really worth it. Definitely recommend and would come back here again.
Such a lovely time- staff were great and helpful anytime you even slightly mentioned you might need something or had questions.
Really worth it. Definitely recommend and would come back here again.
Bryde MacLean
Sep 01, 2021
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This place is in a beautiful location and is a small family campground. We booked 4 tent sites and rented one RV for our family weekend. It is dog friendly, which is a must for us, and had a great safe feeling for the kiddos to walk and bike around, although I will say that some folks are driving too fast on the grounds. It would have been to know upon booking a few things: camp store closes at 8pm (we missed out on firewood our first night because of this detail), boat tours/kayaks/canoes, etc need to be booked ahead of time and are not always available on demand. We also found it sort of strange
Ingrid Nicholls
Aug 23, 2021
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This was an incredible experience and I cannot rave enough about it. My family went on the "100 Islands, 100 Minutes" boat tour with Ryan Murphy, and we had a blast. Not only was it a super fun ride, but we loved learning about the islands, the local wildlife and ecology, and Ryan had some great stories he shared with us. He also took us to a gorgeous beach area and went for a little walk where we learned a bit about the rocks and the rock formations there. My kids loved the fast pace tour, and there was never a complaint about getting bored or anything. I highly recommend the campground and especially
Maria Wagner
Aug 19, 2021
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Beautiful campsite and great for all ages! We used this as a place to have a high school reunion with 10 adults and it was magnificent! The owners are so lovely, the campsites are well maintained and there is lots to do on site. There are beautiful water views from the campsites and enough wooded area to make each lot private. Highly recommend and can't wait to go back!
Mark Bloxam
Aug 11, 2021
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Aug 10, 2021
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We are only stayed one night due to lack of sleep. Couldn't do it another night.
We were given site 44 instead of 43 as we booked and it barely fit our tent. We asked to move to 45 but was told it was booked. We booked 43 but someone else had our site , so obviously you can switch sites.
They kept us up till 1am as they were partying with site 42, which is probably why our site was given to them so they could be side by side .. quiet time was suppose to be at 11pm. At one point they point their dog in their camper and went back to the other site. Poor thing whined and whimpered the whole time
We were given site 44 instead of 43 as we booked and it barely fit our tent. We asked to move to 45 but was told it was booked. We booked 43 but someone else had our site , so obviously you can switch sites.
They kept us up till 1am as they were partying with site 42, which is probably why our site was given to them so they could be side by side .. quiet time was suppose to be at 11pm. At one point they point their dog in their camper and went back to the other site. Poor thing whined and whimpered the whole time
Karen Harris
Jul 29, 2021
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While our particular sites were a bit tight for 2 -30 'trailers, we were in a perfect location overlooking the water. The campground is wonderfully clean, good laundry services and washrooms. We had delicious lobster and homemade bread for supper and a fantastic sing song around the campfire our first night! I awoke to a spectacular sunrise where I had coffee on a rock overlooking the ocean. The tour of the 100 islands was great. A perfect day and clear skies. I think a gift certificate to this campground would be a perfect gift to receive! We had a GREAT time! The hosts were helpful and charming
Renata Brandao Alonso
Jul 21, 2021
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