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Notable lake · Halifax, Nova Scotia

Back Duck Lake

Back Duck Lake is a lake in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Back Duck Lake: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this lake: Full / gates open · Low water level · Entry closed.

Best time to visit Back Duck Lake

Season: August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach Back Duck Lake — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 44.82388, -63.02048. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    Is Back Duck Lake full? Are the gates open?

    No visitor has reported the water level status for Back Duck Lake yet. Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Busiest: Weekends and long holidays.

    What is the best time to visit Back Duck Lake?

    August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Back Duck Lake?

    Nearby: Webber Lake (lake, 2 km), Moose Cove (lake, 6 km), Blakeney Lake (lake, 12 km), Eunice Lake (lake, 13 km), Acadia Lake (lake, 15 km), Williams Lake (lake, 15 km).

    Is Back Duck Lake worth visiting?

    Back Duck Lake is listed as a notable lake in Nova Scotia on Spotwander.