[1] The park's landscape is renowned for spectacular shoreline with extensive backpacking trails and scenic day hikes.

The highest cliffs in Mainland Nova Scotia are located along the park's southern coast, measuring 200 metres (600 ft).

The park's high southern cliffs support species of vetch and primrose with Alpine characteristics which are unique in Nova Scotia.

Tides rise and fall 12 metres along the park's coastline, producing rip currents and rapid flooding at certain points.

An interpretation centre, picnic area, washrooms and giftshop are based at the trailhead at Red Rocks near the community of Advocate Harbour.

In addition to 51 back country campsites and 28 walk-in sites, several overnight cabins and bunk houses on the trail system may be rented by hikers.