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Cots & Q Queen-sized cribs may involve an extra Y Bird & wildlife viewing S Single How to use this Guide charge. | Camping equipment T Twin (2 beds, any size) GTD Guaranteed { Canoes/Canoeing Breakfast (included in room rate): D Diving equipment O/S Off-season Full b’fast Hot breakfast f Fishing gear/Fishing STC Subject to change Light b’fast Continental breakfast L Hiking XP Extra person (each additional Buffet b’fast Self-serve breakfast } Kayaks/Kayaking person in the same unit) b Sailboats/Sailing Campgrounds Attractions t Sightseeing c Camping Select Rating Program W Wheelchair-accessible S Skis/Skiing [F] Facilities facilities available s Snowmobiling [R] Recreation/activities ; Partially accessible y Snowshoes/Snowshoeing facilities available w Whale watching Admission NovaScotia.com $ Charged D Donation Contents New Coastal and Culinary Experiences ...... 4 Trails ...... 122 Goats on the Road Share 10 Things Not to Miss . .6 Tours ...... 122 Experience Nova Scotia’s National Parks . . . . . 8 Cape Breton Island ...... 123 Your Perfect Beach Day Awaits ...... 10 Ceilidh Trail ...... 124 Seven Days of Vacation Inspiration ...... 12 Accommodations ...... 127 Don’t Miss Events ...... 14 Campgrounds ...... 128 Halifax ...... 16 Attractions ...... 128 Accommodations ...... 22 Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans ...... 129 Campgrounds ...... 26 Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods ...... 129 Attractions ...... 26 Restaurants ...... 129 Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans ...... 28 Outdoors ...... 129 Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods ...... 28 Trails ...... 130 Restaurants ...... 29 Tours ...... 130 Outdoors ...... 30 Cabot Trail ...... 131 Trails ...... 32 Accommodations ...... 136 Tours ...... 32 Campgrounds ...... 141 Marketplace ...... 34 Attractions ...... 142 South Shore ...... 37 Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans ...... 143 Accommodations ...... 44 Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods ...... 143 Campgrounds ...... 49 Restaurants ...... 143 Attractions ...... 50 Outdoors ...... 144 Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans ...... 52 Trails ...... 145 Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods ...... 53 Tours ...... 145 Restaurants ...... 54 Marketplace ...... 146 Outdoors ...... 55 Bras d’Or Lake Scenic Drive ...... 148 Trails ...... 57 Accommodations ...... 152 Tours ...... 58 Campgrounds ...... 153 Marketplace ...... 60 Attractions ...... 153 Yarmouth & Acadian Shores ...... 62 Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans ...... 153 Accommodations ...... 68 Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods ...... 153 Campgrounds ...... 69 Restaurants ...... 153 Attractions ...... 69 Outdoors ...... 153 Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans ...... 70 Trails ...... 154 Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods ...... 71 Tours ...... 154 Restaurants ...... 71 Fleur–de–lis Trail, Marconi Trail Outdoors ...... 72 & Sydney Area ...... 155 Trails ...... 72 Accommodations ...... 159 Tours ...... 72 Campgrounds ...... 161 Marketplace ...... 73 Attractions ...... 161 Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley ...... 74 Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans ...... 162 Accommodations ...... 84 Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods ...... 162 Campgrounds ...... 91 Restaurants ...... 162 Attractions ...... 93 Outdoors ...... 162 Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans ...... 96 Trails ...... 163 Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods ...... 97 Tours ...... 164 Restaurants ...... 100 Eastern Shore ...... 165 Outdoors ...... 101 Accommodations ...... 170 Trails ...... 105 Campgrounds ...... 171 Tours ...... 106 Attractions ...... 172 Marketplace ...... 107 Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans ...... 172 Northumberland Shore ...... 109 Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods ...... 172 Accommodations ...... 114 Restaurants ...... 172 Campgrounds ...... 117 Outdoors ...... 173 Attractions ...... 118 Trails ...... 174 Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans ...... 119 Tours ...... 174 Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods ...... 119 Restaurants ...... 120 Visitor Information ...... 175 Outdoors ...... 120 Community Index ...... 180 NEW coastal and 4 culinary experiences

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Starlight Culinary Escape Trout Point Lodge

Indulge in a luxury wilderness escape at the world’s first starlight hotel, Trout Point Lodge. Savour an artfully prepared Nova Scotia gourmet dinner, featuring courses curated by your chef and sommelier then, with your guide, wind your way along the river and through the forest, where the depths of the night sky are revealed. troutpointlodge com.

Cabot Cliffs Beach Ceilidh Cabot Cape Breton

Escape to Cabot Cape Breton, one of the world’s most beautiful golf resorts, for an exclusive chef- hosted Cape Breton ceilidh on the beach. As the sun sets on the shores of Inverness, enjoy Nova Scotia seafood, wine, and beer to the sounds of local musicians around the glowing bonfire. cabotlinks com.

Ocean Spa Escape Fox Harb’r Resort

Unwind with a coastal wellness getaway at five-star Fox Harb’r Resort. Energize with oceanside yoga and feel rejuvenated with spa treatments featuring locally sourced botanicals from Seafoam Lavender and Bay of Fundy clay. Nourish yourself with a health-inspired gourmet menu featuring the bounty of Nova Scotia’s land, sea, and vineyards. foxharbr com. Savour & Sail Bras d’Or Lake 5 Sailing CBI

Set sail on a culinary adventure aboard a luxurious catamaran with your very own chef and captain. Relax on deck savouring Cape Breton crab cakes, other local flavours and the breathtaking coastline. Swim, paddleboard and explore a secluded cove of Canada’s largest inland, salt water sea, the Bras d’Or Lake. sailingcbi com.

Canada’s Finest Maple Feast Sugar Moon Farm

Indulge in maple like never before at Nova Scotia’s most celebrated sugar camp. Go behind-the-scenes on an owner-led maple syrup tasting. Get cozy by the fire as a culinary artist creates five outstanding farm-to-table courses before your eyes, featuring the finest local flavours and maple in every course! sugarmoon ca.

Oak Island Legends & Lobster Oak Island Resort

Explore the coast of legendary Oak Island by boat. Get the inside scoop on treasure-hunting from the local diver on History Channel’s The Curse of Oak Island. Cruise to your very own island and create lobster appetizers with the chef to savour between stand-up paddleboarding and beach relaxation. A stunning rolled-up seafood dinner makes this island adventure unforgettable. oakislandresort ca.

Ginstitute by the Sea Steinhart Distillery

Go behind-the-scenes at award-winning Steinhart Distillery to craft your very own spirits. With ocean views as your backdrop, forage for ingredients and select from an array of spices and citrus to create your unique flavours with the distiller. Savour German-inspired local delicacies, paired with Nova Scotia cocktails, as you perfect your craft. steinhartdistillery com. 6 Goats on the Road share 10 things not to miss

By Dariece Swift, co-founder of Goats on the Road d @goatsontheroad ù goatsontheroad goatsontheroad.com

If you’re wondering what to do in Nova Scotia, this list has you covered . Whether you’re interested in experiencing nature, getting active, eating fresh seafood, sipping on tasty drinks, or wandering around cities, there are numerous things to keep you busy .

3. Hike in National Parks The Cabot Trail cuts through the Cape Breton Highlands National Park, which is home to 26 hiking trails. The most popular is the Skyline Trail, and it’s popular for good reason! At the end of the loop, you’re rewarded with vast views out to the Gulf of St. Lawrence, and many people encounter moose on this trail (sadly, we didn’t). Nova Scotia’s other national park is Kejimkujik, which is home to some great hikes as well. If you have the time and the ability, you can embark on one of the backcountry trails (4 days long), or if you’re looking for 1. Experience Tidal Bore Rafting a day hike, there are plenty of those as well, ranging in If you’re an adventurous person, tidal bore rafting should length from 200 metres to 5 kilometres (3 miles). be firmly placed on your list of things to do in Nova Scotia! Two times a day, the tides in the Bay of Fundy rise and fall (between 3.5 metres (11 feet) and 16 metres (53 feet), depending on the phase of the moon). When this massive influx of water pours into the Shubenacadie River, the two waters collide to create rapids, waves, and a whole lot of swells. Add to the fun: go mud-sliding after your rafting trip!

4. Take in a Festival Whether you’re into music, food, crafts, art, history, or sports, there will be a fun festival that interests you. While you’ll definitely find events happening year-round, the vast majority happen during the summer months when the weather is warmer and you can enjoy the outdoor venues. 2. Drive the Cabot Trail Touted as one of the most scenic drives in North 5. Eat Seafood America, this 297-kilometre (185-mile) route offers a Each part of the province has a different lobster season, stunning journey. Located on Cape Breton Island, the so you can find lobster practically any time of year. Don’t Cabot Trail is one of the most beautiful places to visit miss having a lobster boil, dining on a whole lobster at in Nova Scotia. It’s a great place to drive, cycle, or a nice restaurant (Five Fishermen), sampling a lobster experience the curvy road by motorbike. roll (Capt. Kat’s Lobster Shack, or The Bicycle Thief), or 7

simply enjoying bits of lobster in a chowder or a pasta 8. Tour Vineyards dish. Nova Scotia is home to Tidal Bay wine—the first wine Once you’ve had your fill of lobster, head to Digby, appellation given in the province. which is known for its world-class scallops. In order to get the stamp of approval as a Tidal Bay wine, If lobster and scallops aren’t your thing, you can always a wine must be made from grapes grown in Nova Scotia, find mussels, Atlantic salmon, halibut, haddock, and be no more than 11% alcohol, and have a certain flavour oysters readily available on most menus. profile (minerals, acidity, and green fruit). While grapes are grown in many areas of the province, the Annapolis Valley is known for being wine country and, with stunning views of the Bay of Fundy and 11 wineries to visit, it’s a place you’ll want to spend some time.

9. Do Some Kayaking With Nova Scotia being surrounded almost completely by water, and home to numerous coves, bays, 6. Follow One of the “Trails” and islands, kayaking A really cool thing to do in Nova Scotia that I haven’t is one of the province’s seen anywhere else is to follow one of the food and top activities. There are drink trails around the province. lots of places you can There are 3 trails: the Lobster Trail, the Chowder Trail, go paddling, but I recommend Blue Rocks, which is a and the Good Cheer Trail. With so many amazing places community just outside of Lunenburg. to enjoy, trying to narrow down where to eat and drink is the hard part! 10. Go Whale- Watching You’ll find excellent whale watching opportunities in the Bay of Fundy just outside of Digby on the Digby Neck (peninsula) and off Cape Breton Island. The whales start arriving in early spring and stay until fall, but typically, the humpbacks don’t show up until mid-June. 7. Go Camping Both whale watching areas in Nova Scotia offer the Pitch a tent in one of the many campsites, or spend the chance to see humpback, fin, and minke whales. The night in a unique oTENTik in a national park. If you’re Bay of Fundy also has Northern right whales, while pulling a trailer or driving an RV, there are lots of spots Cape Breton offers pilot whales and the largest of them you can stop that have the necessary amenities. all, the blue whale. 8

Experience Nova Scotia’s national parks Nova Scotia is home to three national parks—Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Kejimkujik National Park & National Historic Site, and Kejimkujik National Park Seaside . Visit our national parks for cultural experiences, outdoor adventure, and scenic natural beauty . 1. Find your 5. Paddling in Perfect Picnic Kejimkujik 9 Order a picnic lunch Explore the historic from a local restaurant, waters of Kejimkujik all packed up for your voyageur-style. Two adventures, and take it experienced guides will with you as you explore join you and up to seven the national park. Find others as you traverse your perfect picnic spot, the tranquil Mersey unpack lunch, and enjoy your meal with a view. This River together. Along the way hear entertaining and brings a whole new meaning to “let’s get takeout.” historic stories from your guides, and enjoy a delicious treat. Or try paddling into the sunset with up to 17 other paddlers in an 11.5-metre Mi’kmaw-style canoe. For day trips rent a canoe from Keji Outfitters, or bring your own 2. Dark Sky equipment and paddle at your own pace. Preserve in Keji 6. Mi’kmaw Nova Scotia is home to Acadian Skies heritage in and Mi’kmaw Lands, the first designated Keji dark sky destination Paddle the same in North America. Experience the night sky with waterways as your guide on a night hike or bike tour. For a cultural Nova Scotia’s early and historical perspective, take part in the Mi’kmaq Indigenous inhabitants, Storytelling Experience under the cloak of night as the the Mi’kmaw. Learn stars shine above. stories and legends, take part in hands-on birchbark canoe-building workshops, explore a carefully re- created traditional Mi’kmaw encampment, and see incredible ancient petroglyphs—stories carved in stones 3. Learn to thousands of years ago. Lobster Boil No visit to Nova Scotia is complete without a 7. Camp in lobster dinner. Join in to help cook your lobster an oTENTik dinner on a beach in Try camping in an Cape Breton Highlands oTENTik, which is part National Park. Enjoy that tent, part cabin—cozy lobster dinner at La Bloc Beach near Chéticamp while a yet spacious. Often fiddler plays traditional tunes and tells about the natural nestled amongst and cultural history of lobster. leafy canopies, these structures offer closeness to nature but with the comfort of a 4. Hiking in bed and shelter. These are popular so book early! Cape Breton Visit ParksCanada.ca to learn more and Highlands reserve your space. National Park Challenge yourself to hike 10 short trails in one day in the Cape Breton Highlands National Park. There are 26 hiking trails available in the park of all degrees of difficulty and length, but push yourself to complete 10 in one day for an extra sense of accomplishment. 10

Your perfect beach day awaits From lazy days splashing at warm-water beaches to an exhilarating surf lesson, we have a beach for you!

Summerville Beach Provincial Park This wide white-sand beach on Nova Scotia’s South Shore, located near Quarterdeck Beachside Villas and White Point Beach Resort, offers up the makings of a perfect beach day. Swim in the waves, build sandcastles, and soak up the sunshine on the South Shore! Lawrencetown Beach Provincial Park Located just 45 minutes from downtown Halifax, this is the beach to be at to learn to surf! Your experienced instructors will set you up with a wet suit and surfboard and guide you through your lesson. Afterwards, watch the other surfers playing on the waves.

Martinique Beach Provincial Park This is the longest beach in Nova Scotia, with 5 kilometres of expansive white sand crescent. It's perfect for a lengthy beach walk, beachcombing, splashing in the waves, bird watching, and even learning how to surf. 11

White Point Beach Resort Melmerby Beach Provincial Park Experience one of Nova Scotia’s most popular warm-water beaches. Spend the day splashing in the waves, relaxing on the shore, and strolling the sand flats during low tide. This sandy beach is busy but rarely feels crowded.

Inverness Beach This picturesque beach in the quaint community of Inverness boasts shallow waters and soft sand, perfect for a day at the beach with the rolling hills of Cape Breton in the background. Afterwards, stroll along the boardwalk, which is situated between the beach and the world-renowned Cabot Links Golf Course. Sand chairs, water chairs, and sand mats provide those with mobility challenges safe access to the water here.

Port Maitland Provincial Park Enjoy supervised swimming on this sand-and-cobble beach during July and August. Take a leisurely stroll along the 1-kilometre beach and the vast sand flats at low tide. Watch the colourful fishing boats bob at the nearby wharf while you soak up the sunshine. Seven days of vacation 12 inspiration Are you planning your first trip to Nova Scotia? Maybe you need a refresher on the essentials . From Yarmouth to Meat Cove, we have you covered to ensure that you make the most of your road trip and experience our icons, all with a little adventure and history blended in!

DAY 1 Halifax • Explore the 4-kilometre Halifax Waterfront boardwalk, home to Halifax Seaport Market, restaurants, shops, and museums. • Visit Halifax Citadel National Historic Site and take part in the Soldier for a Day experience. • Stroll through the tranquil Public Gardens and enjoy boutique shopping along nearby Spring Garden Road. • Dine on fresh, local meals, including seafood at Five Fishermen Restaurant & Grill, Salty’s, or Chives Canadian Bistro. • Finish your day with a pint of local beer and live music in a pub.

BONUS DAY—Surfing at Lawrencetown Beach • Take a surf lesson with East Coast Surf School, including wetsuit and board. • Have lunch at the Rose & Rooster Café in Grand Desert. • Visit Hope for Wildlife in Seaforth then Fisherman’s Cove in Eastern Passage. • Back in Halifax, enjoy a live performance at Neptune Theatre or at Shakespeare by the Sea in Point Pleasant Park.

DAY 2 Halifax to Lunenburg • Meander along the granite boulders and snap a photo of the iconic lighthouse at Peggy’s Cove. • Drive the coastal Route 3 to Mahone Bay, take a photo of the Three Churches, browse quaint shops, and dine on a sunny patio. • Explore Old Town Lunenuburg UNESCO World Heritage site with a walking tour, visit the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic, or take a sail on Bluenose II. • Taste barrel-aged rum at Ironworks Distillery and feast on a seafood dinner overlooking the harbour. • Spend the night in an historic inn.

DAY 3 Lunenburg to Yarmouth • Continue southwest towards Yarmouth and stop at Summerville Beach Provincial Park for a walk along the white sandy beach. • Visit the Black Loyalist Heritage Site in Birchtown. • Savour a lobster lunch at Capt. Kat’s Lobster Shack in Barrington, the Lobster Capital of Canada. • Learn about the area’s Acadian heritage at Le Village historique acadien de Nouvelle-Écosse in Pubnico. • Get a take-out dinner from the Red Shed overlooking the Yarmouth harbour and go for an evening Yarmouth Walking Tour.

BONUS DAY—Kejimkujik National Park & National Historic Site • Venture inland to Keji, as it is affectionately known by locals. • Paddle the historic waterways in a canoe, bike or hike the wooded trails, swim in the lake. • Pick up a Perfect Picnic and eat at a picturesque lunch spot. • Learn about Mi’kmaw heritage and camp overnight in an oTENTik. DAY 4 Yarmouth to Annapolis Valley • Stop at Cape Saint Mary Lighthouse Park to soak in the incredible vistas looking out to the Atlantic. • Discover more about Acadians at the Rendez-vous de la Baie Visitor Centre in 13 Church Point and explore the trails onsite. • Grab a seafood lunch of scallops in Digby, the Scallop Capital of the World. • Visit boutique wineries, taste Tidal Bay white wine, and savour locally inspired food pairings in Wolfville. • Head to Hall’s Harbour Lobster Pound for an authentic lobster dinner. • Check out the view at The Look Off in Canning, or hike Cape Blomidon.

BONUS DAY—Whale watching in the Bay of Fundy • The waters of the Bay of Fundy off Digby Neck and Islands are prime whale watching territory from June to September. • Venture out on a tour to catch a glimpse of these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. • Hike the Balancing Rock Trail to see an incredible balancing act of Mother Nature.

DAY 5 Tidal Bore Rafting to Northumberland Shore • Ride the tidal bore with your experienced guide on board a Zodiac raft as the incoming tide collides with the Shubenacadie River, creating rolling swells. • Indulge in pancake brunch at Sugar Moon Farm, complete with maple syrup that’s produced on site. • Venture to Pictou to stroll the waterfront and learn of the area’s Scottish heritage. • Soak in a spectacular sunset at Pictou Lodge Beach Resort.

DAY 6 Pictou to Meat Cove or Ingonish Beach • Cross the causeway onto Cape Breton Island, and visit the Celtic Music Interpretive Centre on Route 19. • Stop for lunch in Chéticamp and hike the Skyline Trail in Cape Breton Highlands National Park. • Detour to Meat Cove, the most northerly point in Nova Scotia; adventurers will want to stay overnight at the Meat Cove Campground. • Continue on the Cabot Trail to Baddeck, stopping at artisan shops and scenic look-offs along the way. • End the day at the cliffside Keltic Lodge Resort in Ingonish Beach.

DAY 7 Cabot Trail to Baddeck • Kayak St. Ann’s Bay with North River Kayak before finishing your Nova Scotia adventure in Baddeck. • Take a relaxing sailboat cruise in the waters of Bras d’Or Lake. • Visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site or hike to nearby Uisge Bàn Falls.

BONUS DAY—Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site • Make a pit stop in Sydney for a photo op with the Giant Fiddle on the waterfront. • Explore the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site, the largest fortification in North America outside Quebec. • Travel back in time with costumed interpreters, cannon firing, and rum tasting, or become Prisoner for the Day. • Spend the night inside the Fortress walls, either camping or staying in Lartigue House, a period-style home. 14

Gran Fondo Baie Sainte-Marie 2020 don’t-miss events Come celebrate with us at these top-notch events in 2020! Get details on these and many more at NovaScotia.com.

June KitchenFest! | Féis a’ Chidsin!, various locations around Cape Breton June 26–July 5 Take in one of the dozens of concerts and events happening around Cape Breton and kick off the summer while kicking up your heels! kitchenfest ca. Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo, Halifax June 27–July 4 One of the world’s premiere indoor cultural and entertainment events, featuring over 2,000 world-class Canadian and international military and civilian performers. nstattoo ca. Halifax Pride Festival, Halifax July July 16–26 Antigonish Highland Games, Antigonish Join more than 150,000 participants at Canada’s fourth- July 5–12 largest and Atlantic Canada’s largest and oldest LGBTQ+ Pride Festival. Come out and celebrate the community with Held annually for over 150 years, “The Games” are a true cruises, an inter-faith service, the Halifax Pride Parade, and, showcase of Scottish culture, featuring athletes, pipe-and- to close out the celebration, a dazzling fireworks display. drum bands, and highland dancers from across the country halifaxpride com. and around the world, with Scottish-flavoured ceilidhs, clan activities, and concerts. Stan Rogers Folk Festival, Canso antigonishhighlandgames ca. July 23–26 Some of the finest songwriters and performers in North America gather at this international festival to celebrate the lasting contributions Stan Rogers has made to folk music. stanfest com. Festival acadien de Clare, Clare July 25–August 1 & August 15 The modern marries with the traditional at the oldest Acadian festival in the world. Take in concerts, art and quilt expositions, enjoy a nature hike showcasing the beauty of Baie Sainte-Marie, and experience the Tintamarre, a noise parade and walk on National Acadian Day on August 15. festivalacadiendeclare ca. Halifax International Busker Festival, Halifax TD Halifax Jazz Festival, Halifax July 29–August 3 July 7–12 Historic Halifax waterfront comes alive with entertaining, The oldest jazz festival and largest summer festival in the action-packed shows. Featuring street performers from all Atlantic region featuring the best of the East Coast alongside across the globe, this is a family-oriented, free-to-attend a strong international lineup presenting jazz, world, blues, festival event with music, magic, and fun for all tastes. Latin, and much more. halifaxjazzfestival ca. buskers ca. Festival de l’Escaouette, Chéticamp the panoramic coastal route that hugs beautiful Baie Sainte- July 30–August 2 Marie. Acadian culture is highlighted during the social event The festival celebrates the rich Acadian culture and traditions on the Saturday before the ride. granfondobaiesaintemarie ca. with a variety of music, dance, theatre, kitchen parties, a Canadian Deep Roots Music Festival, Wolfville parade, and many more activities for all ages. cheticamp ca. September 24–27 15 Celebrating Nova Scotia’s rich and diverse musical traditions, blending the music of our founding cultures with modern roots. A blend of up-and-coming and tried-and-true performers light up festival stages. Free events for all ages. deeprootsmusic ca. October Halifax Oyster Festival, Halifax October 2–3 The internationally recognized Halifax Oyster Festival presents an all-you-can-sample raw bar over the course of three tasting sessions on the Halifax waterfront, highlighting the New Glasgow Riverfront Jubilee, New Glasgow best in Nova Scotia and Maritime oyster culture and farming. July 31–August 2 oysterfest ca. Setting the stage for the region’s rising stars to perform Celtic Colours International Festival, Cape Breton alongside seasoned local and international musicians, the event is an eclectic mix of rock, blues, folk, and country October 9–17 music. newglasgowjubilee ca. Autumn is the time when the sounds of fiddles, pipes, and voices in song echo over the Island. This festival is an event August to remember, with over 250 musicians, dancers, singers, and Lunenburg Folk Harbour Festival, Lunenburg storytellers at venues across Cape Breton. celtic-colours com. August 6–9 Nocturne: Art at Night, Halifax and Dartmouth Nova Scotia’s longest-running folk festival brings the best in October 17 traditional and contemporary music to scenic Lunenburg, Nocturne brings art and energy to the streets of Halifax showcasing great Nova Scotian and international talent. and Dartmouth. Take in dozens of displays of visual art in folkharbour com. galleries and public spaces. Download the app or pick up Seaport Beerfest, Halifax your map before heading out. This event is completely free. nocturnehalifax ca. August 7–8 Enjoy “beer on the pier” at Atlantic Canada’s largest gathering of craft beer, cider, and imports. Over 100 producers from all over Canada and the world join those who work their craft right here in Nova Scotia! Delicious food and toe-tapping music round out the festival. seaportbeerfest com. Chester Race Week, Chester August 12–15 The Chester area is no stranger to yacht racing. With firm roots in sailing dating back to more than 150 years ago, this quintessential Nova Scotia village welcomes dozens of racers to Canada’s largest keel racing regatta each year. Enjoy lots Devour! The Food Film Fest, Wolfville of action both on and off the water! chesterraceweek com. October 20–25 Shelburne Kayak Festival, Shelburne This international festival celebrating cinema, food, and wine culture attracts top-notch chefs from around the globe. August 14–16 Festival-goers enjoy food films, wine tours, farmers’ market Bring your sea kayak and enjoy two days of workshops, events, special dinners, chef demonstrations, tastings, and clinics, entertainment, campfires, demonstrations, and pop-ups. devourfest com. guided paddles of the picturesque Shelburne Harbour. Fun for paddlers of all abilities and ages. Halifax Pop Explosion, Halifax shelburnekayakfestival ca. October 21–24 One of Canada’s most respected festivals of new and September emerging music, art, and culture, the Halifax Pop Explosion Atlantic International Film Festival, Halifax is a festival and conference celebrating cutting-edge music, September 17–24 culture, and media. halifaxpopexplosion com. The Atlantic International Film Festival is an eight-day celebration of film, media, and music from around the world February 2021 in Halifax. It features screenings, industry panels, events, Nova Scotia Lobster Crawl receptions, special presentations, and awards ceremonies in This annual month-long festival along Nova Scotia’s South a charming and historical coastal city setting. finfestival ca. Shore, from Barrington to Peggy’s Cove, focuses on our Gran Fondo Baie Sainte-Marie favourite crustacean, the lobster! Sip, savour, shop, stay, and enjoy more than 100 amazing lobster experiences. September 19–20 lobstercrawl ca. Participants will be challenged with rides ranging from 35 to 117 kilometres in length. Cyclists will navigate rolling Specific event information may change from time of printing, inland roads and pass by towering wooden churches along so please confirm dates online before finalizing your plans. 16

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NovaScotia.com Halifax Halifax Waterfront A vibrant capital city by the sea 17 alifax is the historical and cultural capital of Halifax Waterfront Atlantic Canada and has been welcoming One of the world’s longest urban boardwalks spans the visitors for over 270 years. H length of Halifax’s waterfront for 4 kilometres (2.5 miles), Learn about the province’s history both landside and from Pier 21 at the Halifax Seaport to Casino Nova Scotia. seaside—tour the harbourfront by boat or kayak, or explore the beautiful waterfront boardwalk by bike, Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market foot, Segway, or e-scooter. Looking to discover Start your day off with breakfast at the oldest the cultural identity of our nation? Be sure to visit continuously operating farmers’ market in North the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, America. Pick up Nova Scotia–grown fruits and featuring recently expanded exhibits showcasing vegetables, wine, beer, spirits, baked treats, and Canada’s immigration story. carefully crafted artisanal goods. Don’t leave without checking out the view of Georges Island from the Soak up the bustling music scene at one of the many rooftop patio!halifaxfarmersmarket.com live music venues or at the annual Halifax Jazz Festival. Take in a live outdoor performance by Shakespeare Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 by the Sea at the city’s 186-acre seaside urban Point and Maritime Museum of the Atlantic Pleasant Park. Spend your morning looking into Canada’s and Nova Scotia’s past. The Canadian Museum of Immigration Just a short, 15-minute ferry ride for $2.75 one-way at Pier 21 celebrates Canadian immigration stories across the harbour is Dartmouth. The downtown is from past to present day. The Maritime Museum of compact and walkable, with locally owned cafés, the Atlantic is Canada’s largest and oldest maritime restaurants, galleries, public art, bars, and craft museum, showcasing thousands of artifacts, including breweries. Browse Portland Street, where you’ll find those relating to the Titanic disaster (see page 27). a collection of interesting and inspired shop owners Halifax Harbour cruises providing a unique local shopping experience. Get a sea-level view of the city by sailboat, boat tour, Zodiac, ferry, or Sea-doo! As an ocean city, it’s a must The Bicycle Thief to explore it by water. Captains and tour guides will provide unique perspectives of Halifax’s skyline. If you’re the romantic type, spend an evening cruising in the moonlight aboard one of the boat tours offered by Ambassatours or J. Farwell Sailing Co. (see page 32). Waterfront dining Getting hungry? Plan to stop by Little Oak, The Bicycle Thief, Stubborn Goat Beer Garden, Waterfront Warehouse, Pickford and Black, or Salty’s, to sample a local brew and enjoy a tasty lunch—waterfront views are included for free! NovaScotian Crystal and seaside shopping Some of the finest crystal in the world is made in Nova Scotia. NovaScotian Crystal follows a centuries-old tradition of mouth-blowing and hand-cutting every piece, from bowls to wine glasses. Stop by for a live Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market demonstration and visit other unique shops shops like Amos Pewter, boutiques at Bishop’s Landing, or Historic Properties as you stroll the waterfront (see pages 27 & 28).

Halifax on two wheels Explore the city independently on a bicycle rented from I Heart Bikes or cruise along on a two- or four- hour guided tour highlighting the best in Halifax. For something a little more adventurous, hop on a Segway and travel in style as you experience Halifax from this

unique vantage point (see page 33). NovaScotia.com Halifax 1818

Halifax skyline from Dartmouth waterfront Outdoor adventures Experience Halifax through our pristine seacoast and Maritime landscapes. Halifax’s outdoor activities, trails, and off-the-beaten path adventures will awaken the explorer in you. Below are some favourites; listings for outdoor adventures and trails start on page 30.

Point Pleasant Park Sable Island National Park Reserve Situated in the south end of the Halifax peninsula is an At Sable Island National Park Reserve, 300 kilometres off historic 75-hectare wooded park criss-crossed with 39 the coast of Halifax, discover the shape-shifting island kilometres (24 miles) of easy winding trails and wide paths. that is home to hundreds of wild horses, archaeological Visitors can experience beautiful coastal views, forested treasures, and the largest breeding colony of grey seals trails, and preserved ruins of early fortifications as they in the world. Whether arriving by air or by sea, all visitors explore the park (see page 31). to the island are welcomed by insightful Parks Canada staff. Visit parkscanada.gc.ca/sable to learn more about Halifax Public Gardens visiting this remote National Park Reserve. The Halifax Public Gardens are among the oldest Victorian gardens in North America. This 16-acre oasis in Sable Island National Park Reserve the heart of Halifax is a designated National Historic Site of Canada (see page 27). Crystal Crescent Beach Provincial Park Enjoy three white-sand crescent beaches with boardwalks giving easy access to the first two beaches, just a short drive from downtown Halifax. Swim, sunbathe, or hike the nearby 10-kilometre (6-mile) Pennant Point Trail (see page 31). Rum Runners Trail, Halifax to Lunenburg Hop on a bike and pedal your way from Halifax to ©debragarsidephotography.com

Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This Fisherman’s Cove 119-kilometre multi-use trail has multiple access points as it takes you through several coastal communities, including Chester and Mahone Bay (see page 32). Sailing around Halifax Set sail with J. Farwell Sailing Co. and become actively involved, from turning the winches to setting the course. If you’d prefer a more relaxing time on the water, sit back and enjoy the Signature Sailing Experience where you choose your level of involvement—a wine-and-cheese cruise at sunset or, for a unique perspective of the Halifax skyline, a moonlit harbour cruise (see page 32). Unexpected discoveries

Harbour Queen I Fisherman’s Cove Located in a centuries-old authentic fishing community, Fisherman’s Cove in Eastern Passage features a variety of gift shops and art galleries, and it’s a great spot to grab a snack or fresh seafood and

NovaScotia.com Halifax stroll the boardwalk (see page 27). Taste fresh, local ingredients from land and sea Restaurant listings are found on page 29, or visit tasteofnovascotia.com or dinenovascotia.ca 19 for details on great dining establishments in Nova Scotia.

Good Robot Brewing Co., Halifax Foodie Adventure Heli-Picnic Island Escape

Local food tours Urban eats—fresh and local This is one of the most delicious ways to get around the Fresh, local ingredients find their way onto restaurant city! Meet local chefs, watch kitchen demonstrations, menus across the city. Unique executions and flavour and, of course, taste their creations. Foodies will love a combinations paired with local wine and beer are easily walking tour, which highlights some of the best cuisine found in Halifax. Visit Mappatura Bistro, Highwayman, in Halifax. For a behind-the-scenes look at culinary Eliot & Vine, Barrington Steakhouse and Bar, Unchained culture in the city’s North End, try an Open Kitchen Kitchen, Studio East, The Ostrich Club, enVie, Little Food Tour from Local Tasting Tours or enjoy exploring Oak, 2 Doors Down, Julep Kitchen and Cocktails, Kyo craft breweries and local eats with Taste Halifax Food & Kitchen & Bar, or Field Guide. Beer Tours (see page 34). Sure to please the palate Surrender to your sweet tooth While there is no shortage of exciting new dining Indulge yourself with a sweet treat at The Middle experiences in Halifax to satisfy any craving you may Spoon Desserterie, The Old Apothecary Bakery & have, these consistently awesome establishments have Café, Sweet Hereafter Cheesecakery, Humani-T Café, been welcoming diners for years, and there are good Vandal Doughnuts, Café Taiyaki 52, Freak Lunchbox, reasons why! Chives, EDNA, Lot Six, The Bicycle Thief, Fortune Doughnuts, Dee Dee’s Ice Cream, or Rousseau The Brooklyn Warehouse, and The Press Gang have all Chocolatier. Or take a cooking class from the French received much acclaim and will leave you satisfied! pastry chef at Le French Fix Café, where you’ll handcraft delectable artisanal pastries. DO Sip and sail MORE Savour local flavours and skyline views as you sail the IN Halifax Harbour on a Craft Beer Cruise on Tuesday evenings or a Wines on the Water cruise on Wednesday Heli-Picnic Island Escape evenings during July and August aboard Tall Ship Vision Air Services Silva. Departing from Queen’s Wharf on the Halifax Take a thrilling helicopter journey from Halifax Waterfront (see page 32). Harbour over stunning Nova Scotia coastline to Sambro Island. Indulge in Nova Scotia bubbly on a Take the ferry for fun and food private beach, explore a secluded cove and enjoy a Hop aboard a harbour ferry from Halifax to Dartmouth tasting picnic by the lighthouse featuring charcuterie and plan to stop at one of the many noteworthy food and cheese sourced locally and hosted by your joints in town. Stop by the Alderney Landing Market on personal sommelier (see page 30). Saturdays or visit The Canteen, Battery Park, Il Trullo, and the Wooden Monkey, all offering lunch and dinner. For a Halifax Foodie Adventure quick bite, stop by Two If By Sea Café, Yeah Yeah’s Pizza, Taste Halifax Tours or Evan’s Fresh Seafood. Sample a craft beer or cider Get the inside scoop on Halifax’s culinary hotspots at Battery Park BeerBar & Eatery, Brightwood Brewing, and don’t-miss gems. Traverse the city on an Lake City Cider, or New Scotland Brewing Co. exclusive, guided tasting tour through the city’s hippest eateries and neighbourhoods where you’ll sample from the best of Nova Scotia’s microbrews, wines and craft spirits. The experience includes

a private charcuterie and spirit tasting stop at the NovaScotia.com Halifax Halifax Citadel National Historic Site (see page 34). 2020 Historical escapes History buffs can immerse themselves in the fascinating cultural, maritime, and military heritage of a town founded in 1749. Listings start on page 26.

Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21

Halifax Citadel National Historic Site

Halifax Citadel National Historic Site Halifax’s star-shaped fortress has stood watch over the city since the mid-1700s. See for yourself how the 78th Highlanders bring the historic fort to life and don’t miss the firing of the Noon gun. Get suited up for a Canadian Signature Experience in an authentic uniform of the Queen’s army; take part in foot drills, firearms training, Halifax Central Library and a tour of the Citadel. Opening May 2020, the Fortress Halifax: A City Shaped by Conflict exhibit Did you know? will showcase the history of Halifax from before Halifax was established to current day—undoubtedly the best Located at the corner of Queen Street and Spring display of the history of Halifax in one location (see page 27). Garden Road, the Halifax Central Library has received many accolades since it opened, including winning Maritime Museum of the Atlantic the national Governor General Architecture Medal. Canada’s largest and oldest maritime museum is the Said to resemble a stack of books, the library is a ideal place to learn about Nova Scotia’s rich and storied high-tech, sustainable, accessible, cultural hub of maritime history. Collections include over 20,000 downtown. halifaxcentrallibrary.ca photographs and artifacts relating to the Titanic disaster (see page 27). Halifax Area Army Museum Halifax Citadel For over 60 years, the Army Museum Halifax Citadel has fascinated and inspired thousands of visitors from around the world. Housed in an actual military fortress, the museum tells a powerful story of Canada’s soldiers Mount Elmsdale (see page 27). Uniacke Enfield Halifax Stanfield Uniacke Estate International Airport Museum Park Africville Museum Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum The museum stands in a replica of the church that was 101 Fultz House the heart of Africville, with audiovisual kiosks, pictures, Museum descriptive panels, and artifacts telling the story of Lower Sackville Africville, an African Nova Scotian community that was 118 Bedford Scott Manor House Museum destroyed in the 1960s (see page 27). Shubenacadie Canal Bedford Black Cultural Centre Basin Dartmouth for Nova Scotia Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 Halifax 7 Dartmouth Museum 103 107 Halifax Recently expanded, interactive exhibits allow you to of Natural History 111 experience what it was like to immigrate to Canada Halifax Citadel Quaker Whalers’ House Neptune Theatre Shearwater Aviation Museum through Pier 21. Then, take a look at how newcomers Art Gallery of N.S Salt Marsh Trail Discovery Centre Eastern Passage have influenced Canada, trace your roots at the Canadian Museum of Halifax Immigration at Pier 21 Harbour Fisherman’s Cove

NovaScotia.com Halifax Scotiabank Family History Centre, and test your York Maritime Museum knowledge at the Canadian Citizenship Test Table Redoubt of the Atlantic Crystal Crescent Visitor Information (see page 27). Beach Park Centre locations 21 48 Hours Exploring

Halifax and area Mix and match these 48-hour road trips located The Carleton Music Bar & Grill throughout this guide to create a Nova Scotia adventure all your own. Vibrant night life Day 1 Halifax is known for its culinary scene, craft beer, Morning boutique shopping, and vibrant nightlife, and for Grab breakfast at the Halifax Seaport Farmer’s being the historical and cultural capital of Atlantic Market and enjoy it on the rooftop patio. Then, Canada. Here you’ll find lively Celtic–inspired live stroll the 4-kilometre Harbourfront Boardwalk, music playing in pubs along city streets. exploring museums and shops as you go. Afternoon Durty Nelly’s 1660 Argyle Street, Halifax After lunch on a patio overlooking the harbour, Eastern Canada’s most authentic Irish pub offers up enjoy a harbour boat tour on the Tall Ship Silva or toe-tapping live entertainment every Thursday through a Harbour Hopper, or with J. Farwell Sailing Co. Saturday. durtynellys.ca Then, head up Spring Garden Road for boutique shopping. The Lower Deck 1887 Upper Water Street, Halifax Experience Halifax’s quintessential sociable pub party Evening venue, offering live rock, retro, and folk music at the Liven up your night at one of the many nightlife landmark waterfront destination. lowerdeck.ca hotspots and sample a local craft beer as you tap your toes along to the live music. The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse 5136 Prince Street, Halifax Traditional live music and step dancing make this Halifax’s Day 2 premier Celtic music destination. oldtriangle.com Morning Stroll the Public Gardens, a green oasis in the The Seahorse Tavern 2037 Gottingen Street, Halifax heart of the city, followed by watching a rousing Packing in crowds since 1948, this venerable watering re-enactment of 19th–century military activities at hole offers everything from indie rock and punk to R&B the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site. and jazz. theseahorsetavern.ca Afternoon The Carleton 1685 Argyle Street, Halifax Explore town on a guided bike tour with I Heart An impressive roster of Canadian and international singer- Bikes or rent a bike for an independent adventure. songwriters creates one-of-a-kind concert experiences in Foodies will enjoy spending the afternoon sampling this intimate, relaxed music bar. thecarleton.ca local eats with Local Tasting Tours or Taste The Split Crow Pub 1855 Granville Street, Halifax Halifax. Renowned as Halifax’s original tavern, the Split Crow Evening dates back to 1749 when Mr. Shippey was granted Take in a production of Shakespeare by the Sea in the first license to sell beer and liquor. Enjoy live music Point Pleasant Park, then enjoy a locally inspired almost every night of the week. splitcrow.com dinner menu at 2 Doors Down, Little Oak, The Celtic Corner 69 Alderney Drive, Dartmouth Bicycle Thief, or for exceptional seafood try The Enjoy traditional Maritime music, from open-mic nights Five Fishermen. End the night at the Stubborn to Celtic kitchen parties. celticcorner.ca Goat Beer Garden as the sun sets over the harbour.

Halifax Jazz Festival Did you know?

Halifax plays host to hundreds of marquee and special events each year. From the Halifax Jazz Fest to the Halifax Busker Festival, Halifax Pride Festival to Halifax Oyster Festival, Seaport Cider & Beer Fest to Nocturne: Art at Night, the list goes on. NovaScotia.com Halifax Visit discoverhalifaxns.com/events to learn more. Visitor Information Centre locations HALIFAX AREA LISTINGS Quality Inn Halifax Airport FERGUSON’S COVE "pcccdJJ $109–229, XP $10 2222 Communities are listed in order as found Star of the Sea Bed and Breakfast 60 Sky Boulevard when travelling into Halifax from other regions. ,ccccd H $199–239, XP $25 902-873-3000 4 York Redoubt Crescent [email protected] 902-223-0140 ACCOMMODATIONS www.airporthotelhalifax.com [email protected] For a key to codes and symbols, see page 2. A/C rooms, restaurant, bar, business centre, coin www.staroftheseabandb.ca laundry, indoor & outdoor pools, exercise facility K,Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ HALIFAX AIRPORT ENTRY AREA & parking (overnight & extended). 1.5 km to B&B: 3 • Year-round (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) airport; free shuttle 24 hr/day. EASTERN PASSAGE K,Q•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ ELMSDALE Hotel: 156 • Year-round Eastern Passage Bed & Breakfast Briarwood Bed & Breakfast qcccc $95 ccccd. $105–170 OAKFIELD 25 Lighthouse Lane 11 Miller Road Snowflake Manor B & B 902-465-1367 902-883-1868, 888-883-1868 q. $139–149, XP $25 [email protected] [email protected] 6177 Highway 2 www.bbcanada.com/easternpassagebb www.briarwoodbb.com 902-860-0732 Q•Ens bath•Full b’fast•@ Victorian home on 8-acre estate grounds; [email protected] B&B: 3 • Year-round www.snowflakemanorbandb.com parlour, sun room, extensive patio and Inn at Fisherman’s Cove Q•Ens bath•5-day CXL•Full b’fast•@ gardens. 15 minutes (16 km) to airport, park & qcccc $110–135 B&B: 3 • Year-round jet, shuttle. Walk to dining and shops. Laundry. 1531 Shore Road Q•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ FALL RIVER 902-465-3455, 866-725-3455 B&B: 4 • Year-round [email protected] ENFIELD www.theinnatfishermanscove.com Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ B&B Inn: 8 • Year-round HALIFAX, DARTMOUTH, BEDFORD, LOWER SACKVILLE, SPRYFIELD At Robie’s End B&B Inn on the Lake q,cccc $100–159, XP $20 836 Robie Street, Halifax pcccc $119–320, XP $10 902-425-2380 Alt Hotel Halifax Airport 3009 Highway 2 902-861-3480, 800-463-6465 K,Q,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ "pcccc. $179 B&B: 2 • Year-round 40 Silver Dart Drive [email protected] 902-334-0136, 855-258-5775 www.innonthelake.com Atlantica Hotel Halifax [email protected] K,Q,T•Ens bath•4pm CXL•@ "pcccc.JJJ $119–329, www.althotels.com/en/halifaxairport Inn: 39 • Year-round 1980 Robie Street, Halifax XP $20 Direct access to airport via an indoor walkway. The Fourth Lock Bed and Breakfast 902-423-1161, 888-810-7288 [email protected] Swimming pool, 24-hour fitness facility, p. $119–219 www.atlanticahotelhalifax.com diverse lobby with a 24-hour café and a bar. 3104 Highway 2 Meeting space for groups of 2 to 200 guests. 902-861-1390 231 A/C units with 4-pc bath, free local calls Q•Ens bath•4pm CXL•@ [email protected] & Wi-Fi, movies. Executive level. Restaurant Hotel: 169 • Year-round www.thefourthlock.ca/bed-breakfast & bar. Sauna, whirlpool, wading pool, fitness Q•Ens or pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ centre; parking; laundry. Hilton Garden Inn Halifax Airport K,D,T•Ens bath•12-hr CXL•@

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Light breakfast incl. Business centre, exercise room, laundry. Free parking, Wi-Fi, local calls. K,Q,D•Ens bath•Light b’fast•@ Hotel: 56 • Year-round Accommodations NovaScotia.com Halifax Dalhousie University Garden South Park Inn 2424 "qcccd/ccc. H $31–212 "qcccd. $109–169, XP $10 Halifax 1263 South Park Street, Halifax 902-494-8840, 855-DAL-STAY 902-492-8577, 877-414-8577 [email protected] [email protected] stay.dal.ca www.gardensouthparkinn.com Traditional rooms with shared baths and Q,D,T•Ens or pvt bath•24-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ suite-style units (2-, 3-, & 4-bdrm) with B&B Inn: 23 • Year-round Coastal Inn Halifax private baths. Wi-Fi, parking and athletic Halifax Marriott Harbourfront "pcccd $109–229, XP $20 facility access included. "$%pccccdJJJJ 98 Chain Lake Drive, Halifax T,S•Pvt or shared bath•24-hr CXL•@ 1919 Upper Water Street, Halifax $139–1100 902-450-3020, 855-603-8999 Dorm-style: 1800 Suite: 73 • May 7–Aug 17 902-421-1700, 800-943-6760 [email protected] [email protected] www.coastalinns.com www.halifaxmarriott.com 51 rooms and 13 suites with 4-pc bath, K,D•Ens bath•@ DVD player, microwave, mini-fridge. Free hot Hotel: 352 • Year-round breakfast, local calls, Wi-Fi, 24-hr coffee/tea, DVDs. Pool, exercise room, enclosed patio. Halifax Waverley Inn "qcccc K,Q•Ens bath•4pm CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ $135–239 1266 Barrington Street, Halifax Hotel: 64 • Year-round 902-423-9346, 800-565-9346 Comfort Hotel Bayer’s Lake Delta Hotels by Marriott Dartmouth [email protected] "qcccc.JJJ $99–169 "pccccdJJJ $119–500 www.waverleyinn.com 88 Chain Lake Drive, Halifax 240 Brownlow Ave, Dartmouth Q,D,T,S•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ 902-405-4555 902-468-8888, 800-561-3733 B&B Inn: 34 • Year-round [email protected] [email protected] www.comforthotelhalifax.com Hampton Inn & Suites www.marriott.com/yhzdm "$%pcccc.JJJ K,Q•Ens bath•4pm CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ K,Q•Ens bath•12-hr CXL•@ 65 Cromarty Drive, Dartmouth $139–249 Hotel: 73 • Year-round Hotel: 174 • Year-round 902-406-7700, 877-406-7701 Comfort Inn Halifax Doubletree by Hilton [email protected] "pcccc.JJ H $119–239, Halifax-Dartmouth www.dartmouthhampton.com 560 Bedford Highway, Halifax XP $10 #pcccc $159–500 K,Q,D,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ 902-443-0303, 800-561-9961, 800-4CHOICE 101 Wyse Road, Dartmouth Hotel: 163 • Year-round [email protected] 902-463-1100 Hampton Inn by Hilton Halifax www.choicehotels.ca/cn207 reservations@ Downtown K,Q,D•Ens bath•12-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ doubletreehalifaxdartmouth.com $%pccccJJJ Hotel: 63 • Year-round www.doubletree3.hilton.com 1960 Brunswick Street, Halifax Comfort Inn Janus K,Q•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ 902-422-1391, 855-331-0334 "pcccc $95–169, XP $10 Hotel: 204 • Year-round [email protected] 456 Windmill Road, Dartmouth Fountain View Guest House www.halifaxdowntown.hamptonbyhilton.com 902-463-9900, 877-648-3653 qccd $30–75 Hotel located at the base of Citadel Hill, close [email protected] 2138 Robie Street, Halifax to enclosed pedway linking offices, shops, www.choicehotels.ca/cn249 902-422-4169, 800-565-4877 (outside NS & PEI) entertainment. Walking distance to downtown K,Q,D•Ens bath•12-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ [email protected] amenities in a culturally diverse city. Motel: 78 • Year-round www.browser.to/fountainviewguesthouse K,Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ Compass Distillers D,T,S•Shared bath•72-hr CXL•@ Hotel: 181 • Year-round Tourist Home: 9 • Year-round p. H $165–300 Hayden Realty Accommodations 2533 Agricola Street, Halifax pcccc H $100–129 902-240-1820 22 Cuisack Street, Dartmouth [email protected] 902-623-2048 www.compassdistillers.ca [email protected] Q•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ Studio suite with kitchen, Fibre-Op television, Apt.: 1 • Year-round A/C, laundry, and parking. Near a paved walk Courtyard by Marriott Halifax with views, leading to Hfx ferries, C.O.V.E, Downtown hospitals, NSCC campus, downtown Dartmouth. "$%qcccc $139–450, XP $20 Four Points by Sheraton Halifax Q•Pvt bath•72-hr CXL•@ 5120 Salter Street, Halifax "qccccJJJ $125–260, Suite: 1 • Year-round 902-428-1900, 800-321-2211 1496 Hollis Street, Halifax XP $20 Hearthstone Inn Halifax/Dartmouth [email protected] 902-423-4444, 866-444-9494 "pcccd. $109–190, XP $10 www.courtyardhalifax.com [email protected] 313 Prince Albert Road, Dartmouth K,Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ www.fourpoints.com/halifax 902-469-5850, 800-565-1275 Hotel: 125 • Year-round Q,D,T,S•Ens bath•12-hr CXL•@ [email protected] Hotel: 177 • Year-round Courtyard Halifax Dartmouth www.hearthstonehospitality.ca #qccccd $169–199 Future Inns Halifax K,Q•Ens or pvt bath•12-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ 35 Shubie Drive, Dartmouth Hotel and Conference Centre Hotel: 54 • Year-round 902-406-3000, 855-979-7673 "pcccd $129–219, XP $10 Holiday Inn Express & Suites [email protected] 30 Fairfax Drive, Halifax Halifax–Bedford www.marriott.com/yhzcd 902-443-4333, 800-565-0700 "qccccJJJ $129–249, K,Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ [email protected] 980 Parkland Drive, Halifax XP $10 Hotel: 112 • Year-round www.futureinns.com/index.php/halifax 902-444-6700 K,Q•Ens bath•12-hr CXL•@ [email protected] Hotel: 132 • Year-round www.hiexpresshalifax.com K,Q•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ Hotel: 120 • Year-round NovaScotia.com Halifax Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Killarney Bed & Breakfast Halifax–Dartmouth qccccd $90–110; no tax 25 #qcccc $164–300 193 Olive Avenue, Bedford 335 John Savage Avenue, Dartmouth 902-835-5044, 855-835-5044 902-431-1122, 800-HOLIDAY [email protected] [email protected] www.bbcanada.com/7242.html www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels Q•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ K,Q•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ B&B: 2 • Year-round Hotel: 125 • Year-round Lake City Motel Mount Saint Vincent University Homewood Suites by Hilton pccd H $79–100, XP $10 "qccc. H $47–134 Halifax Downtown 40 Lakecrest Drive, Dartmouth 166 Bedford Highway, Halifax "$%pcccc.JJJ H 902-435-0060, 800-792-2497 902-457-6777, 866-405-1805 1960 Brunswick Street, Halifax [email protected] [email protected] 902-429-6620, 855-331-0337 Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ www.msvu.ca/stay [email protected] Motel: 31 • Year-round T,S•Pvt or shared bath•24-hr CXL•@ www.halifax.homewoodsuites.com Apt.: 36 Dorm-style: 62• May 1–Aug 28 Lakeside Bed & Breakfast Contemporary suites in a downtown Halifax q,. H $120–180, XP $15 Premiere Executive Suites/Atlantic hotel that features covered parking, state-of- 23 Lakeview Point Road, Dartmouth pcccc. H $100–250 the-art fitness facility and indoor pool, 24/7 902-461-1549 866-844-1333 business centre, and Suite Shop. [email protected] [email protected] K,Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ K,Q•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ www.premieresuites.com/furnished- Hotel: 135 • Year-round B&B: 2 • Jul 1–Sep 30 apartments/halifax/?#p Hostelling International Canada – Q,D•Pvt bath•2-wk CXL•@ Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites Apt.: 29 • Year-round Atlantic Region (HI – Halifax) "%pccccd.JJJ H qccd. H $30–78 1515 South Park Street, Halifax $159–599, Prince George Hotel 1253 Barrington Street, Halifax 902-423-6331, 800-565-2020 XP $30 p.JJJJ $169–999, XP $20 902-422-3863 [email protected] 1725 Market Street, Halifax [email protected] www.lordnelsonhotel.ca 902-425-1986, 800-565-1567 www.hihostels.ca K,Q,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ [email protected] D,S•Pvt or shared bath•24-hr CXL•@ Hotel: 262 • Year-round www.princegeorgehotel.com Hostel: 75 • Year-round K,Q•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ Marigold Bed & Breakfast Hotel: 203 • Year-round Hotel Halifax q,. $75, XP $10 p.JJJ $109–329, XP $15 6318 Norwood Street, Halifax 1990 Barrington Street, Halifax 902-423-4798 902-425-6700, 888-236-2427 [email protected] www.hotelhalifax.ca www.marigoldbedandbreakfast.com K,Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ K,D,T•Shared bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Hotel: 295 • Year-round B&B: 2 • Year-round Accommodations NovaScotia.com Halifax Residence Inn Halifax–Dartmouth The Hollis Halifax – HAMMONDS PLAINS 2626 #pccccd H $179–209 a DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Woodhaven RV Park 35 Shubie Drive, Dartmouth "pccccd p. $40–55 902-406-4000, 855-850-6142 1649 Hollis Street, Halifax 1757 Hammonds Plains Road [email protected] 902-429-7233, 888-664-1649 902-835-2271 www.marriott.com/yhzrd [email protected] [email protected] K,Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ www.doubletree3.hilton.com www.woodhavenrvpark.com Hotel: 84 • Year-round Just a short walk from the historic waterfront 7 km to Halifax, 30 km to Peggy’s Cove. Wooded and many fine restaurants, museums and and open sites. 130 three-way, 42 two-way, Residence Inn Halifax Downtown shops, this hotel’s oversized suites each have a "$%pcccc H 55 pull-thrus. Free Wi-Fi. Laundry, free showers, sitting area and a bathroom with rain shower. 1599 Grafton Street, Halifax firepits, playground. Big-rig friendly. K,Q•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ 902-422-0493, 866-422-0493 E,W,Se•DS•Pull-thrus•Swimming: P•48-hr CXL•@ Hotel: 120 • Year-round [email protected] Sites: 205 (172 o/n) • May 1–Oct 12 www.marriott.com/yhzri The Pebble Bed & Breakfast DARTMOUTH K,Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ p,ccccc. $245–345 Shubie Park Campground Hotel: 92 • Year-round 1839 Armview Terrace, Halifax pcccd[F]cc[R] $32–65 902-423-3369 30 John Brenton Drive Saint Mary’s University [email protected] q. H $58–179 902-435-8328, 800-440-8450 www.thepebble.ca 5865 Gorsebrook Avenue, Halifax [email protected] Q•Ens bath•4-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ 902-420-5486, 888-347-5555 www.shubiecampground.com B&B: 2 • Year-round [email protected] E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: L www.smu.ca/conferences Travelodge Suites Dartmouth 48-hr CXL•@ D,T,S•Pvt or shared bath•24-hr CXL "pcccd $99–160, XP $10 Sites: 104 o/n • May 12–Oct 9 Light b’fast•@ 101 Yorkshire Avenue Extension, Apt.: 58 Dorm-style: 432• May 15–Aug 18 Dartmouth ATTRACTIONS 902-465-4000, 800-578-7878 Seasons Inn [email protected] This category includes national parks, historic ",cccd H $119–149, XP $15 www.travelodgedartmouth.com sites, museums, and other attractions. See also 4 Melrose Avenue, Halifax K,Q•Ens bath•4pm CXL•Light b’fast•@ listings under Craft Beverages and Specialty Foods; 902-443-9341, 800-792-2498 Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans; Outdoors; and Hotel: 75 • Year-round [email protected] Trails. For a key to symbols and codes, see page 2. www.seasonsinn.ca University of King’s College Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ qccd $51–73 GOFFS Motel: 38 • Year-round 6350 Coburg Road, Halifax Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum 902-422-1271, ext 277 20 Sky Boulevard SeaWatch Bed & Breakfast [email protected] 902-873-3773 qcccc H $150–170, XP $15 conferences.ukings.ca [email protected] 139 Ferguson’s Cove Road, Halifax Dorm-style rooms at the oldest chartered www.acamuseum.ca 902-483-1886 university in Canada; beautiful mini-quad, Admission: D • May 18–Aug 31 •W [email protected] green areas, flower gardens; access to university www.seawatch.ca WAVERLEY amenities. A short walk to downtown Halifax. Q•Ens bath•1-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ Waverley Heritage Museum T,S•Ens, pvt or shared bath•72-hr CXL B&B: 2 • Year-round 2463 Rocky Lake Drive Light b’fast•@ 902-861-1436 Stardust Motel Dorm-style: 91 • May 1–Aug 17 [email protected] q. H $119–300, XP $10 www.waverleyheritagemuseum.ca 1067 Bedford Highway, Bedford Westin Nova Scotian "pccccd.JJJJ Admission: D • Seasonal •;@ 902-835-3316, 877-472-3316 [email protected] 1181 Hollis Street, Halifax $139–349, MOUNT UNIACKE Accommodations / Campgrounds / Attractions Accommodations / Campgrounds 902-421-1000, 888-627-8553 XP $20 www.stardustmotel.ca Uniacke Estate Museum Parkv [email protected] Q,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ 758 Highway 1 www.thewestinnovascotian.com Motel: 50 • Year-round 902-866-0032 K,Q,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ [email protected] Still Waters Bed & Breakfast Hotel: 310 • Year-round uniacke.novascotia.ca q,cccc. $119–129 Admission: $ • June 1–Oct 3 •;@ 716A Waverley Road, Dartmouth CAMPGROUNDS 902-457-4821 HAMMONDS PLAINS [email protected] For a key to symbols and codes, see page 2. Atlantic Splash Adventure www.stillwatersbandb.ca GRAND LAKE 1200 Lucasville Road Q•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ 902-865-1025 Laurie Provincial Parkv B&B: 4 • Year-round [email protected] Wp. $27 www.splashadventure.ca The Barrington Hotel 4949 Highway 2 Admission: $ • June 14–Sept 1 •W p.JJJ $109–329, XP $15 888-544-3434 1875 Barrington Street, Halifax [email protected] LOWER SACKVILLE 902-429-7410, 888-236-2427 parks.novascotia.ca/content/laurie Fultz House Museum www.thebarringtonhotel.ca E,W,U•DS•Swimming: L•24-hr CXL•@ 33 Sackville Drive K,Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ Sites: 63 o/n • Seasonal 902-865-3794 Hotel: 200 • Year-round UPPER SACKVILLE [email protected] www.fultzhouse.ca The Halliburton Halifax West KOA July 1–Aug 31 •; qccccJJJ $145–350, p,cccc[F]ccc[R] $27–47 5184 Morris Street, Halifax XP $25 3070 Sackville Drive BEDFORD 902-420-0658, 888-512-3344 902-865-4342, 888-562-4705 Scott Manor House [email protected] [email protected] 15 Fort Sackville Road www.thehalliburton.com www.halifaxwestkoa.com 902-832-2336 Charming small hotel in 3 early 19th-century E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: P•@ [email protected] townhouses; contemporary amenities and Sites: 101 o/n • May 1–Oct 31 www.scottmanor.ca personalized service. 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NovaScotia.com Halifax July 1–Aug 29 •W ; (evenings); garden courtyard; library. Q,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ Hotel: 29 • Year-round CHERRY BROOK Army Museum, Halifax Citadel Historic Properties Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia Halifax Citadel 1869 Upper Water Street 27 10 Cherry Brook Road 902-422-5979 902-429-0530 902-434-6223, 800-465-0767 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] May 7–Oct 31 •W www.historicproperties.ca/history Year-round •W@ www.bccns.com Art Gallery of Nova Scotiav Admission: $ • Year-round •W;@ 1723 Hollis Street HMCS Sackville: COLE HARBOUR 902-424-7542 Canada’s Naval Memorial Cole Harbour Heritage Farm Museum [email protected] 1675 Lower Water Street 471 Poplar Drive www.artgalleryofnovascotia.ca 902-429-2132 902-434-0222 Admission: $ • Year-round •W [email protected] [email protected] www.hmcssackville.ca Canadian Museum of Immigration Admission: $ • June 15–Oct 15 •; www.coleharbourfarmmuseum.ca at Pier 21 Admission: D • May 15–Oct 15 •;@ 1055 Marginal Road Hydrostone District EASTERN PASSAGE 902-425-7770, 855-526-4721 Young Street 902-454-2000 Fisherman’s Cove [email protected] [email protected] 4 Government Wharf Road www.pier21.ca www.hydrostonemarket.ca/about 902-465-6093 Countless journeys. One Canada. Discover •;@ [email protected] Canada’s ongoing immigration story, past and Year-round www.fishermanscove.ca present, at this former gateway to Canada, Kartbahn Racing May 1–Sept 30 •W ; now a National Historic Site. 66 Otter Lake Court, Bayers Lake Admission: $ • Year-round •W 902-455-5278 Shearwater Aviation Museum [email protected] 34 Bonaventure Street Dalhousie Arts Centre www.kartbahn.ca 902-720-1083 6101 University Avenue Atlantic Canada’s premier indoor karting and [email protected] 902-494-3820, 800-874-1669 mission-based laser tag destination. From www.shearwateraviationmuseum.ns.ca [email protected] birthdays to group events. Experience it for Admission: D • Jan 7–Dec 20 •W www.dal.ca/artscentre Year-round •W yourself! Don’t forget to reserve! DARTMOUTH Admission: $ • Year-round •;@ Alderney Landing Dalhousie University Archives and Maritime Museum of the Atlanticv 2 Ochterloney Street Special Collections 1675 Lower Water Street 902-461-8401 6225 University Avenue 902-424-7491 [email protected] 902-494-3615 [email protected] www.alderneylanding.com [email protected] maritimemuseum.novascotia.ca Year-round •W@ libraries.dal.ca/find/university-archives.html Year-round •W@ Admission: $ • Year-round •W@ Bedford Institute of Oceanography Museum of Natural Historyv 1 Challenger Drive Discovery Centre 1747 Summer Street 902-426-2373 1215 Lower Water Street 902-424-7353 www.bio.gc.ca/outreach-depassez/tours- 902-492-4422 naturalhistory.novascotia.ca visites-en.php [email protected] Admission: $ • Year-round •W May 15–Aug 31 •W www.thediscoverycentre.ca Admission: $ • Year-round •W@ Naval Museum of Halifax Dartmouth Heritage Museum (formerly Maritime Command Museum) 26 Newcastle Street Fort Needham Memorial Park 2729 Gottingen Street 902-464-2300 3340 Union Street 902-721-8250 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.dartmouthheritagemuseum.ns.ca www.halifax.ca/recreation/parks-trails- Year-round •; Attractions Admission: D • Year-round •;@ gardens Year-round •W Neptune Theatre Evergreen House 1593 Argyle Street 26 Newcastle Street Government Housev 902-429-7070, 800-565-7345 902-464-2300 1451 Barrington Street [email protected] [email protected] 902-424-7001 www.neptunetheatre.com www.dartmouthheritagemuseum.ns.ca [email protected] Atlantic Canada’s largest regional theatre located Admission: D • Year-round • @ lt.gov.ns.ca/government-house July 1–Aug 31 •W in downtown Halifax. We have something for Quaker House everyone, from local and Canadian playwrights to Halifax Citadel National Historic SiteP 57–59 Ochterloney Street stories known all over the world. 5425 Sackville Street 902-464-2253 Admission: $ • Year-round •W [email protected] 902-426-5080, 888-773-8888 Nova Scotia Archivesv www.dartmouthheritagemuseum.ns.ca [email protected] 6016 University Avenue Admission: D • June 1–Aug 31 www.parkscanada.gc.ca/halifaxcitadel Admission: $ • May 7–Oct 31 •W;@ 902-424-6060 HALIFAX [email protected] Halifax Public Gardens Africville Museum archives.novascotia.ca Spring Garden Road at South Park Street 5795 Africville Road Year-round •W@ 902-490-4000 902-455-6558 [email protected] [email protected] www.halifax.ca/publicgardens www.africvillemuseum.org Year-round •W@ Admission: $ • Year-round •W Alexander Keith’s Nova Scotia Brewery 1496 Lower Water Street 902-455-1474, 877-612-1820 [email protected] www.alexanderkeithsbrewery.com/tour Admission: $ • Year-round NovaScotia.com Halifax Nova Scotia Sport Hall of Fame The Little Dutch Church Dalhousie Art Gallery 2828 1800 Argyle Street, Suite 446 2393 Brunswick Street 6101 University Avenue 902-421-1266 902-423-1059 902-494-2403 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.nsshf.com www.roundchurch.ca/category/history artgallery.dal.ca Year-round •W@ Year-round •; Media: Multiple media • Year-round •W NovaScotian Crystal York Redoubt National Historic SiteP Made in the Maritimes 5080 George Street 301 York Redoubt Crescent Artisan Boutique 902-492-0416, 888-977-2797 902-426-5080, 888-773-8888 5527 Young Street [email protected] [email protected] 902-406-3232, 833-406-3232 www.novascotiancrystal.com www.parkscanada.gc.ca/yorkredoubt [email protected] History in the making. The ancient craft of June 25–Sept 7 •; www.madeinthemaritimes.com Media: Multiple media • Year-round •; crystal making is performed on the Halifax Yuk Yuk’s Comedy Club waterfront. Canada’s only maker of mouth- The Westin Nova Scotian Hotel, MSVU Art Gallery blown, hand-cut crystal. 1181 Hollis Street 166 Bedford Highway Year-round •W; 902-429-9857 902-457-6160 Our Lady of Sorrows Chapel [email protected] [email protected] Holy Cross Cemetery, 1259 South Park Street www.yukyuks.com/halifax www.msvuart.ca www.ccchalifax.com/history.html Admission: $ • Year-round •W@ Media: Multiple media • Year-round •W Apr 15–Oct 15 Studio 21 Fine Art Point Pleasant Park GALLERIES, SHOPS, 5431 Doyle Street 5530 Point Pleasant Drive ARTISTS & ARTISANS 902-420-1852 902-490-4700 [email protected] www.halifax.ca/recreation/parks-trails- These listings identify some of the artisans in www.studio21.ca gardens the region and some galleries and shops whose Media: Multiple media • Year-round •W Year-round •; products are primarily made in Nova Scotia. “Open Studio” designation identifies artisans Teichert Gallery Prince of Wales Tower who open their personal studios to the public so 1723 Hollis Street National Historic SiteP you can watch them work. 902-424-3087 Point Pleasant Park [email protected] 902-426-5080, 888-773-8888 MOUNT UNIACKE www.teichertgallery.ca [email protected] Steady Brook Saddlery Media: Paintings & prints, photography www.parkscanada.gc.ca/princewalestower 303 Etter Road Year-round •W Year-round 902-866-4055 [email protected] CRAFT BEVERAGES Province Housev www.steadybrooksaddlery.ca 1726 Hollis Street Open Studio Artisan & SPECIALTY FOODS 902-424-4661 Media: Leather • Year-round [email protected] This category includes Wineries, Breweries, Brew Pubs, Cideries and Distilleries, Specialty Food www.nslegislature.ca/index.php/about BEDFORD Shops, Taste of NS Experiences and On-site Made in the Maritimes Year-round •W Producers recognized by their applicable Artisan Boutique St. George’s Round Church provincial associations. Sunnyside Mall 2222 Brunswick Street 902-406-2222 902-423-1059 ELMSDALE [email protected] [email protected] Sweet Spot Chocolate Shop www.madeinthemaritimes.com www.roundchurch.ca/category/history 601 Highway 2, Unit 3 Media: Clay, paintings & prints Year-round •W;@ 902-883-7417 Year-round •W

Attractions / Galleries, Shops, Artists & Artisans / Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods Artists & Shops, Attractions / Galleries, [email protected] Saint Mary’s Cathedral Basilica DARTMOUTH www.sweetspotchocolateshop.com 5221 Spring Garden Road Specialty food • Year-round •NW 902-429-9800, ext 300 Leathersmith Designs [email protected] 88 Woodlawn Road BEDFORD www.stmbasilica.com 902-434-9721 Clearwater Retail Shops [email protected] Admission: D • Year-round •W 757 Bedford Highway, Bedford; www.leathersmithdesigns.com Halifax Robert L. Stanfield International St. Paul’s Anglican Church Open Studio Artisan Airport, Enfield 1749 Argyle Street Media: Leather • Year-round •; 902-443-0333 (Bedford), (902) 873-4509 (Airport) 902-429-2241 HALIFAX [email protected] [email protected] Amos Pewter www.clearwater.ca www.stpaulshalifax.org Specialty food • Year-round •N; Year-round •W 1521 Lower Water Street 800-565-3369 Off Track Brewing Sea Dome (Ka’nata Productions) [email protected] 275 Rocky Lake Drive, Unit 3 1675 Lower Water Street www.amospewter.com 902-835-9292 902-492-1115 Open Studio Artisan [email protected] [email protected] Media: Metal • Year-round Tap Room with 15 taps for a flight, a pint, www.seadome.ca grunter or growler fills, and bottles to go. Laid- June-Oct •W@ Argyle Fine Art 1559 Barrington Street back atmosphere, crowd-pleasing soundtracks Shakespeare by the Sea 902-425-9456 and seasonal patio – stop in and stay a while! Point Pleasant Park [email protected] Brewery • Year-round •W 902-422-0295 www.argylefineart.blogspot.com DARTMOUTH [email protected] Media: Multiple media • Year-round •W www.shakespearebythesea.ca Kitchen Door 110 Higney Avenue Admission: $ • July 1–Sept 5 •W art1274hollis 1274 Hollis Street 902-832-5213 Sir Sandford Fleming Park (The Dingle) 902-446-4077 [email protected] 260 Dingle Road [email protected] www.kitchendoor.ca

NovaScotia.com Halifax www.halifax.ca/recreation/parks-trails- www.art1274hollis.ca Specialty food • Year-round •N; gardens Media: Multiple media • Year-round •W Apr 15–Nov 15 •; Lake City Cider Halifax Distilling Company DARTMOUTH 35 Portland Street 1668 Lower Water Street Battery Park Beer Bar & Eatery 29 902-466-7818 902-431-0505 62 Ochterloney Street [email protected] [email protected] 902-446-2337 www.lakecitycider.ca www.halifaxdistillingco.ca [email protected] Cidery • Year-round •NW Distillery • Year-round •N www.batterypark.ca Nine Locks Brewing Propeller Brewing Company Type: Informal, pub 219 Waverley Road 2015 Gottingen Street, Licensed • Year-round •N;@ 902-434-4471 also 617 Windmill Road, Dartmouth Evan’s Fresh Seafoods & Restaurant [email protected] 902-422-7767 2 Ochterloney Street, Alderney Landing www.ninelocksbrewing.ca [email protected] 902-466-2118 Brewery • Year-round •N www.drinkpropeller.ca www.evansfreshseafoods.com North Brewing Company Brewery • Year-round •N Type: Fast food, informal 899 Portland Street; Rockbottom Brewpub Specialty: Fish and chips, seafood also 62 Ochterloney Street (in Battery Park) 5686 Spring Garden Road Year-round •NW; 902-444-7765 902-423-2938 Fresh Twenty One at NSCC [email protected] www.rockbottombrewpub.ca 21 Woodlawn Road www.northbrewing.ca Brew pub • Year-round 902-491-4961 Brewery • Year-round Rum Runners Rum Cake Factory [email protected] Spindrift Brewing Co. 1479 Lower Water Street www.nscc.ca/explorenscc/campuses/ 21 Frazee Avenue 902-421-6079, 866-440-7867 akerley/fresh21.aspx 902-703-7438 [email protected] Type: Fine dining, gourmet [email protected] www.theuncommongroup.com Year-round •N www.spindriftbrewing.com Specialty food • Year-round •NW The Canteen Brewery • Year-round •W; Tidehouse Brewing Company 22 Portland St HALIFAX 5187 Salter Street 902-425-9272 Afishionado Fishmongers 902-407-2550 [email protected] 2867 Isleville Street [email protected] www.thecanteen.ca 902-403-1178 Brewery • Year-round Year-round •N [email protected] 2 Crows Brewing Co. HALIFAX www.afishionado.ca 1932 Brunswick Street Agricola Street Brasserie Specialty food • Year-round •N 902-422-0222 2540 Agricola Street Chain Yard Urban Cidery [email protected] 902-446-7664 2606 Agricola Street www.2crowsbrewing.com [email protected] 902-407-2244 Brewery • Year-round www.agricolastreet.ca [email protected] The Brasserie is synonymous with the iconic www.chainyardcider.com RESTAURANTS North End of Halifax, the region’s most vibrant Brew pub, cidery • Year-round •W food destination. Ambitious sophisticated For more extensive information, pick up a cooking, sustainable seafood, local products. Compass Distillers copy of the Restaurant Association of Nova Type: Gourmet, informal 2533 Agricola Street DiNE Scotia’s or Taste of Nova Scotia’s Culinary Licensed • Year-round •NW@ 902-446-0467 Guide. Also visit dinenovascotia.ca and [email protected] tasteofnovascotia.com. See page 2 for a key to Bistro Le Coq www.compassdistillers.ca the symbols and codes. 1584 Argyle Street Distillery • Year-round •N 902-407-4564 FALL RIVER [email protected] Fisherman’s Market International Encore! and Oliver’s Gastro Pub, www.bistrocoq.ca / Restaurants Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods 607 Bedford Highway at Inn on the Lake A taste of the French countryside—authentic 902-443-3474 3009 Highway 2 French favourites such as duck confit salad, [email protected] 902-861-3480 crème brulée, and cheese boards. French wines, www.fishermansmarket.ca www.innonthelake.com classic cocktails. Specialty food • Year-round •N Type: Gourmet, pub Type: Continental, informal Gahan House Nova Centre Specialty: Seafood, gluten-free Specialty: European 1615 Grafton Street Licensed • Year-round • NW@ Licensed • Year-round • @ 902-444-3060 COLE HARBOUR Brooklyn Warehouse [email protected] Rose and Kettle Tea Room, at the halifax.gahan.ca 2795 Windsor Street Cole Harbour Heritage Farm Museum 902-446-8181 Brew pub • Year-round 471 Poplar Drive [email protected] Garrison Brewing Company 902-462-0154 www.brooklynwarehouse.ca 1149 Marginal Road [email protected] Type: Fine dining, informal 902-453-5343 www.coleharbourfarmmuseum.ca Specialty: Canadian [email protected] Type: Cafe/tea room, family dining Licensed • Year-round •NW www.garrisonbrewing.com Specialty: Sandwiches, desserts Brewery • Year-round •NW May 15–Oct 15 •NW@ Chives Canadian Bistro 1537 Barrington Street Good Robot Brewing Company EASTERN PASSAGE 902-420-9626 2736 Robie Street Boondocks Restaurant [email protected] 902-446-1692 Government Wharf Road www.chives.ca [email protected] 902-465-3474 Type: Gourmet, informal www.goodrobotbrewing.ca www.boondocksrestaurant.ca Specialty: Canadian, seafood Brewery, brew pub • Year-round •W; Type: Family dining, informal Licensed • Year-round •N Gourmandises Avenue Chocolaterie Specialty: Fish and chips, seafood 1209 Marginal Road Licensed • Year-round •NW 902-463-9138

[email protected] NovaScotia.com Halifax www.gourmandisesavenue.com Specialty food • Year-round •N CUT Steakhouse Morris East Restaurant The Arms Public House 3030 5120 Salter Street 5212 Morris Street 1515 South Park Street 902-429-5120 902-444-7663 902-420-9781 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.cutsteakhouse.ca www.morriseast.com www.thearmshalifax.com CUT Steakhouse boasts a luxurious dining Morris East is a creative neighbourhood An English-style Gastro Pub that’s great for experience amidst elegant contemporary décor, restaurant with three locations in HRM. the whole family. Traditional and upscale pub with impeccable service. The house specialty is Our artisanal fire-cooked pizzas and crafted fare, including interesting salads, pastas, and the finest USDA prime beef, dry-aged on site. cocktails provide a unique eating experience. traditional favourites such as “bangers ’n’ mash.” Type: Fine dining, gourmet Specialty: Steaks Type: Gourmet, informal Type: Family dining, pub Specialty: Canadian Licensed • Year-round •NW@ Specialty: Pizza/burgers, gluten-free Licensed • Year-round •;@ Durty Nelly’s Irish Pub Licensed • Year-round •N The Carleton 1645 Argyle Street Obladee, A Wine Bar 1685 Argyle Street 902-406-7640 1600 Barrington Street 902-422-6335 [email protected] 902-405-4505 [email protected] www.durtynellys.ca www.obladee.ca www.thecarleton.ca Type: Informal, pub Licensed • Year-round •N Type: Gourmet, informal Specialty: Canadian Specialty: Sandwiches, seafood Licensed • Year-round •NW@ Press Gang Restaurant & Oyster Bar Licensed • Year-round •N 5218 Prince Street The Old Apothecary Bakery & Cafe East of Grafton Tavern 902-423-8816 1549 Barrington Street 1580 Argyle Street [email protected] 902-423-1500 902-428-5680 www.thepressgang.net [email protected] [email protected] Type: Fine dining Specialty: Seafood, steaks www.theoldapothecary.com www.eastofgrafton.com Licensed • Year-round •N@ Year-round •N A nostalgia-evoking tavern with a spin on classic The Orient Chinese Cuisine childhood favourites all made in-house. The Scanway Bakery & Café 1567 Grafton Street 227 Bedford HIghway ambitious cocktail program and selection of craft 902-425-0683 902-443-3288 beer are sure to have something for everyone. [email protected] [email protected] Type: Fine dining, informal www.scanwaycatering.com www.theorientns.ca Specialty: Canadian, European Type: Cafe/tea room Type: Gourmet, informal Specialty: Asian Licensed • Year-round • @ Specialty: Sandwiches, desserts Licensed • Year-round •N Five Fishermen Restaurant & Grill Year-round •N The Ostrich Club Restaurant 1740 Argyle St. Seasons by Atlantica 5529 Young Street, Hydrostone Market 902-422-4421 1980 Robie Street 902-454-0069 [email protected] 902-490-3331 [email protected] www.fivefishermen.com [email protected] www.theostrichclub.ca Type: Fine dining, gourmet www.seasonsbyatlantica.com Type: Informal Specialty: Seafood Licensed • Year-round •N Type: Family dining, informal Specialty: Canadian Licensed • Year-round •N@ Harbour City Bar & Grill, Licensed • Year-round •NW@ 2 Doors Down at Hotel Halifax Shuck Seafood + Raw Bar 1533 Barrington Street 1990 Barrington Street 5120 Salter Street 902-422-4224 902-492-6443 902-429-5120 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.go2doorsdown.com www.hotelhalifax.ca/restaurants-bars www.shuckseafood.ca Type: Gourmet, informal Specialty: Canadian Type: Gourmet, informal Specialty: Canadian Sustainably focused and Ocean Wise certified, Licensed • Year-round •N;@ Licensed • Year-round •NW@ Restaurants / Outdoors local oysters and seafood raw bar with a Waterfront Warehouse Heartwood Restaurant delicate touch. Patio on the waterfront; 1549 Lower Water Street 6250 Quinpool Road eclectic, thoughtful craft beer and wine list. 902-425-7610 902-425-2808 Type: Fine dining, informal [email protected] Type: Informal Specialty: Seafood www.waterfrontwarehouse.ca Licensed • Year-round •N Licensed • Year-round •NW@ An Ocean Wise certified restaurant with a large Little Oak Bar Stories Restaurant, at The Halliburton variety of local oysters, premium lobsters, Digby 1475 Lower Water Street, at Bishop’s Landing 5184 Morris Street scallops, clams and more. Large outdoor patio [email protected] 902-444-4400 with pergola and view of the harbour. www.littleoakbar.ca [email protected] Type: Family dining, informal Type: Lounge www.storiesdining.com Specialty: Seafood Licensed • Year-round •NW@ Type: Fine dining Licensed • Year-round •NW@ Lot Six Bar & Restaurant Licensed • Year-round •N 1685 Argyle Street Stubborn Goat Gastropub OUTDOORS 902-428-7428 1579 Grafton Street These listings feature public parks, recreation www.lotsix.ca 902-405-4554 and nature-based activities. Many are season- Type: Fine dining, gourmet [email protected] specific and/or weather-dependent so please Licensed • Year-round •N www.stubborngoat.ca confirm when booking. See Tours section for Mabata Licensed • Year-round •N information about outdoor experiences offered by tour operators. 636 Bedford Highway Tempo Food + Drink 902-443-0044 1875 Barrington Street ENFIELD [email protected] 902-428-3676 Vision Air Services www.mabata.com [email protected] 549 Barnes Drive Type: Fine dining, gourmet www.tempofooddrink.com 902-873-3488 Specialty: Canadian, European Type: Family dining, lounge [email protected] Licensed • Year-round •NW Specialty: Vegetarian, gluten-free www.visionairhelicopters.ca Licensed • Year-round •NW Category: Air Adventure • Year-round •W; NovaScotia.com Halifax GOFFS LOWER SACKVILLE Emera Oval Airlane Golf Club Sackville Lakes Provincial Parkv 5775 Cogswell Street 31 2103 Old Guysborough Road 440 First Lake Drive 902-490-2347 902-873-4040 [email protected] [email protected] www.airlanegolfclub.com parks.novascotia.ca/content/sackville-lakes www.halifax.ca/recreation/facilities-fields/ Category: Golf Courses • May 1–Oct 31 Category: Parks • May–Oct emera-oval Category: Equipment Rentals WESTPHAL OAKFIELD Year-round •W Oakfield Provincial Parkv Grandview Golf & Country Club 366 Oakfield Park Road 431 Crane Hill Road Halifax Kitesurfing [email protected] 902-435-3767 Various locations parks.novascotia.ca/content/oakfield www.eaglequestgolf.com 902-789-5483 Category: Parks • May–Oct •W Category: Golf Courses • May 1–Oct 31 [email protected] www.halifaxkitesurfing.com GRAND LAKE EASTERN PASSAGE Category: Surfing• May 15–Oct 31 Laurie Provincial Parkv McCormacks Beach Provincial Parkv I Heart Bikes 4949 Highway 2 1641 Shore Road Sands at Salter, 1507 Lower Water Street 888-544-3434 [email protected] 902-406-7774 [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/mccormacks-beach [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/laurie Category: Parks • May–Oct •W www.iheartbikeshfx.com Category: Parks • May–Oct •W McNabs and Lawlor Islands Category: Equipment Rentals K MOUNT UNIACKE Provincial Parkv May 1–Oct 15 Uniacke Pines Golf Course [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/mcnabs-and- Kannon Beach Surf Shop 83 Alder Lane 5239 Blowers Street 902-866-2440 lawlor-islands Category: Parks • May–Oct 902-405-8440 www.uniackepines.com [email protected] Category: Golf Courses • Apr 1–Nov 30 •W; DARTMOUTH www.kannonbeach.com BEAVER BANK Dartmouth Yacht Club Category: Equipment Rentals • Year-round Emerson Ridge Driving Range 697 Windmill Road 902-468-6050 Long Lake Adventure Company 342 Beaver Bank Road 75 Old Sambro Road 902-864-4871 [email protected] www.dartmouthyachtclub.ca 902-830-7688 [email protected] [email protected] Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs www.emersonridge.ca www.longlakeadventurecompany.ca Year-round •W Category: Golf Driving Ranges Category: Equipment Rentals } Seasonal •W Shubenacadie Canal Waterway June 1–Sept 30 •; 54 Locks Road Lost Creek Golf Club Picture Perfect Tours 310 Kinsac Road [email protected] www.shubenacadiecanal.ca 902-292-6688 902-865-4653 [email protected] Category: Parks • Year-round •W [email protected] www.pictureperfecttours.ca www.lostcreek.ca/course Supdudeyoga Category: Photography • Year-round Category: Golf Courses • Apr 15–Nov 15 •W 725 Main Street Point Pleasant Park HAMMONDS PLAINS 782-234-0876 [email protected] 5718 Point Pleasant Drive East Coast Glamping 902-490-4700 902-292-6331 www.supdudeyoga.com Category: Surfing; Equipment Rentals www.halifax.ca/recreation/parks-trails-gardens [email protected] Category: Parks • Year-round www.eastcoastglamping.ca May 1–Nov 1 Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron

Category: Equipment Rentals Y| The Bike Pedaler Outdoors May 24–Oct 12 •; 25 Portland Street 376 Purcell’s Cove Road 902-406-7773 902-477-5653 Glen Arbour Golf Course [email protected] 40 Clubhouse Lane [email protected] www.thebikepedaler.ca www.rnsys.com 902-835-4653 Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs • Year-round [email protected] Category: Equipment Rentals K www.glenarbour.com Year-round St. Mary’s Boat Club Category: Golf Courses • May 7–Oct 31 •; The Links at Montague 1641 Fairfield Road 902-490-4538 6 Lakehill Drive Hatfield Farm Cowboy Adventures www.halifax.ca/recreation/programs- 1840 Hammonds Plains Road 902-433-3330 [email protected] activities 902-835-5676 { www.thelinksatmontague.com Category: Equipment Rentals [email protected] June 5–Sept 26 www.hatfieldfarm.com Category: Golf Courses • Apr 15–Nov 15 •W Category: Wagon Rides; Sleigh Rides Torpedo Rays Scuba Adventures The Harbour Watercraft & Adventure Year-round •W 625 Windmill Road Rentals Halifax waterfront TIMBERLEA 902-481-0444 [email protected] 902-441-2086 The Links at Brunello [email protected] www.torpedorays.com 120 Brunello Boulevard theharbourwatercraft.com Category: Dive Shops; Equipment Rentals D 902-876-7649 Category: Equipment Rentals • June 1–Oct 1 [email protected] Year-round •W www.thelinksatbrunello.com/golf HALIFAX Category: Golf Courses • June 1–Oct 31 Develop Nova Scotia Public Marina SAMBRO CREEK 1875 Upper Water Street, Suite 301 Crystal Crescent Beach 902-229-2628 Provincial Parkv [email protected] 223 Sambro Creek Road www.developns.ca/marine [email protected] Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs parks.novascotia.ca/content/crystal- May 1–Oct 31 •W NovaScotia.com Halifax crescent-beach Category: Parks • May–Oct TRAILS Shubie Park Trails 9.5 km Harbour Hopper 3232 54 Locks Road 5050 Salter Street, Halifax Although used primarily as walking and hiking [email protected] 902-420-1015 trails, Nova Scotia’s trails may also be used www.halifax.ca/recreation/parks-trails- [email protected] for other activities, which are identified by the gardens www.harbourhopper.com symbols shown. Most trails are available for Trail Uses: {}fYKLSy Tour Types: t • May 1–Oct 31 use year-round, but in winter may not provide Year-round •W; maintenance or parking; use discretion. J. Farwell Sailing Co. HALIFAX Founders Seawall, Halifax Waterfront, Halifax MOUNT UNIACKE Belchers Marsh Park Trails 2.5 km 902-471-8030 Uniacke Estate Museum Parkv 22 km Parkland Drive (near #429) [email protected] 758 Highway 1 [email protected] www.jfsailingtours.com [email protected] www.halifaxnorthwesttrails.ca Tour Types: tb • Year-round •; uniacke.novascotia.ca/what-see-do/ Trail Uses: YKLy • Year-round •; McNab’s Island Ferry & Nature Tours walking-trails Cabin Lake Trail 2.5 km Fisherman’s Cove, Eastern Passage Trail Uses: YKLSy• Year-round •; Starboard Drive (near #52) 902-465-4563, 800-326-4563 TIMBERLEA [email protected] www.mcnabsisland.com BLT Trail (part of Rum Runners Trail) 13 km www.halifaxnorthwesttrails.ca Tour Types: Yt • Year-round Beechville-Lakeside-Timberlea, Trail Uses: YLy • Year-round •; Murphy’s on the Water 4266 St. Margarets Bay Road Chain of Lakes Trail 7 km 1751 Lower Water Street, Halifax [email protected] (part of Rum Runners Trail) 902-420-1015 www.blttrails.ca/trail-map-and- Halifax to Beechville, Joseph Howe Drive [email protected] information www.rumrunnerstrail.ca/#chain-of-lakes www.ambassatours.com Trail Uses: YK>LSsy Trail Uses: KL • Year-round •W Tour Types: Ytfbw Year-round •W May 1–Oct 31 •; Hemlock Ravine Park 4 km The Bluff Wilderness Hiking Trail 32 km 40 Kent Avenue Tall Ship Silva 2890 St Margaret’s Bay Road [email protected] 1751 Lower Water Street, Halifax [email protected] www.halifaxnorthwesttrails.ca 902-420-1015 www.blufftrail.ca Trail Uses: YKLSy • Year-round •; [email protected] Trail Uses: YLSy • Year-round www.ambassatours.com Mainland North Trail 4.5 km tb LOWER SACKVILLE Parkland Drive Tour Types: • May 1–Oct 31 Bedford-Sackville 2.5 km [email protected] Theodore Too Tours Connector Greenway www.halifaxnorthwesttrails.ca 1751 Lower Water Street, Halifax 33 Sackville Drive Trail Uses: YKL • Year-round •; 902-420-1015 [email protected] HALIFAX TO LUNENBURG [email protected] trails.gov.ns.ca/shareduse/hx129.html www.ambassatours.com Rum Runners Trail 119 km Trail Uses: YKLSy• Year-round •W Tour Types: tb • May 1–Oct 31 •; Joseph Howe Drive Sackville Greenway 1.5 km [email protected] Torpedo Rays Scuba Adventures 679 Sackville Drive www.rumrunnerstrail.ca 625 Windmill Road, Dartmouth [email protected] Year-round 902-481-0444 www.sackvillerivers.ns.ca [email protected] Trail Uses: YKLS • Year-round •W TOURS www.torpedorays.com BEDFORD Tour Types: D • Year-round •W The colour-coded Tour Locations indicate that Fort Sackville Walkway 2.5 km these tours are offered in at least one other MULTI-ACTIVITY ADVENTURE Range Park, 1800 Bedford Highway region. Otherwise, the tours listed here take Kattuk Expeditions [email protected] place entirely within this region. See page 2 for a Downtown Halifax, Halifax Trails / Tours Trails trails.gov.ns.ca/shareduse/hx129.html key to tour types. 902-407-1377, 844-652-8885 Trail Uses: YKLSy [email protected] Year-round •W; KEY TO TOUR LOCATIONS: www.kattukexpeditions.com u Old Coach Road Trail 1 km Halifax Tour Types: K} • Year-round u South Shore 76 Southgate Drive MULTI-DAY TOURS u Yarmouth & Acadian Shores [email protected] Atlantic Tours and Travel u Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley www.halifaxnorthwesttrails.ca Dartmouth u Trail Uses: YKLy • Year-round •; Northumberland Shore 902-423-7172, 800-565-7173 COLE HARBOUR u Cape Breton [email protected] u Cole Harbour Heritage Park Trails Eastern Shore www.atlantictours.com 256 Bissett Road 8 km BOAT TOURS & CHARTERS Tour Locations: uuuuuuu [email protected] A&M Sea Charters Year-round www.chpta.org/p/trails.html 87 Government Wharf Rd, Eastern Passage Blue Diamond Tours Trail Uses: YKLSy 902-465-6617 Halifax Year-round •W; [email protected] 902-444-6883, 866-414-6883 Salt Marsh and Shearwater 13.5 km www.amseacharters.com [email protected] Flyer Trails –The Great Trail (Trans Canada Trail) Tour Types: Ytfw www.bluediamondtours.com 806 Bissett Road Year-round •; Tour Locations: uuuuuuu [email protected] Blue Shark Fishing Charters Year-round www.chpta.org/p/trails.html 99 Wharf Road, Eastern Passage Molega Tours Trail Uses: YKLSy 902-830-4115 Mount Uniacke Year-round •W; [email protected] 902-866-0965, 877-260-5111 DARTMOUTH www.bluesharkcharters.com [email protected] Ytfb Dartmouth Multi-use Trail – 2.5 km Tour Types: • May 1–Oct 30 www.molegatours.ca The Great Trail (Trans Canada Trail) Tour Locations: uuuuuuu Corner of Crichton Avenue & Year-round •;

NovaScotia.com Halifax Ochterloney Street trails.gov.ns.ca/shareduse/hx016.html Trail Uses: KL • Year-round •; TayMac Tours Nova Scotia Kayak and ATV Outside Down East Tours Halifax Adventure Tours Eastern Passage 33 902-422-4861, 800-565-8296 20 Carnation Crescent, Halifax 902-222-2934 [email protected] 902-219-4716 [email protected] www.taymactours.com [email protected] www.downeasttours.ca Tour Locations: uuuuuuu www.nsoa.ca Tour Locations: uuuuuuu Year-round Tour Types: }> • June 15–Nov 15 Apr–Nov NATURE & WILDLIFE The Harbour Watercraft Dtours Visitors and Convention Great E.A.R.T.H. Expeditions & Adventure Rentals Services Halifax Halifax waterfront 902-455-9977 800-865-0221 902-441-2086 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Tour Locations: uuuuu www.greatearthexpeditions.com TheHarbourWatercraft.com Year-round •; Tour Locations: uuuuu June 1–Oct 1 Grape Escapes Nova Scotia Wine Tour Types: YLt} Vision Air Services Tours May 1–Oct 31 • . 549 Barnes Drive, Enfield Halifax Remedy Adventure 902-873-3488 902-446-9463, 855-850-9463 Halifax [email protected] [email protected] 902-495-9109 www.visionairhelicopters.ca www.novascotiawinetours.com [email protected] Tour Types: t • Year-round •W; Tour Locations: uuu www.remedyadventure.com SIGHTSEEING & DAY TOURS May 1–Oct 31 Tour Locations: uuuu Ambassatours Gray Line Great E.A.R.T.H. Expeditions Tour Types: |L • June 1–Nov 1 Halifax Halifax OUTDOOR ADVENTURE 902-420-1015 800-865-0221 Bootprints Hiking Tours [email protected] [email protected] Tantallon www.ambassatours.com www.greatearthexpeditions.com 902-478-6145 Tour Locations: uuuuuuu Tour Locations: uuuuu [email protected] Year-round •; May 1–Oct 31 • . www.bootprintshikingtours.ca Anchor Tours Halifax Titanic Historical Tours Tour Locations: uuuuuuu Halifax Halifax Tour Types: YL • June 1–Oct 31 • . 902-324-0038 902-292-6780 Eastwind Cycle [email protected] [email protected] Halifax www.anchortours.ca www.halifaxtitanictours.ca 902-471-4424 Tour Locations: uuuuuuu Tour Locations: uuu [email protected] Jan 2–Dec 24 Year-round www.eastwindcycle.com Atlantic Tours and Travel Halifax Tour Guys Tour Locations: uuuuuuu Dartmouth Halifax Tour Types: K • Year-round 902-423-7172, 800-565-7173 902-406-6314 Freewheeling Adventures [email protected] [email protected] 902-857-3600, 800-672-0775 www.atlantictours.com www.halifaxtourguys.com [email protected] Tour Locations: uuuuuuu Tour Locations: uuuuuuu www.freewheeling.ca Year-round Year-round •; Tour Locations: uuuuuuu Big Pink Sightseeing Tours Molega Tours Tour Types: {KL} • Year-round 1675 Lower Water Street, Halifax Mount Uniacke GOVA Adventure Co. 902-425-9999, 800-565-9662 902-866-0965, 877-260-5111 Halifax [email protected] [email protected] Tours 877-837-3445 www.hohohalifax.ca www.molegatours.ca [email protected] Tour Locations: uu Tour Locations: uuuuuuu www.govaadventureco.com Year-round •; Year-round •; Tour Types: L • Year-round BLT Limousine & Tours Great E.A.R.T.H. Expeditions Halifax Halifax 902-449-5676 800-865-0221 [email protected] [email protected] www.bltlimo.com www.greatearthexpeditions.com Tour Locations: uuu Exceptional hiking, kayaking & adventure tours Year-round throughout NS. Fully customizable tours; full- Blue Diamond Tours day & multi-day packages. 15 years experience. Halifax Picture Perfect Tours Tours are private and by request only. 902-444-6883, 866-414-6883 Halifax Tour Locations: uuuuu [email protected] 902-292-6688 Tour Types: YLt} www.bluediamondtours.com [email protected] May 1–Oct 31 • . Tour Locations: uuuuuuu www.pictureperfecttours.ca I Heart Bikes Year-round Capture stunning travel images in our cultural Sands at Salter, 1507 Lower Water Street, tours that combine photography workshop, BrucesTours.ca history lesson, and coastal adventure at our Halifax Halifax 902-406-7774 favourite vantage points and hidden spots! [email protected] Year-round [email protected] www.brucestours.ca www.iheartbikeshfx.com Tour Locations: uuuuuuu Segway Nova Scotia Tour Types: Kt • May 1–Oct 15 Year-round •; 1521 Lower Water Street, Halifax 902-880-6630 [email protected] www.segwayns.com

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SOUTH SHORE Accommodations / Attractions South Shore

Lobster Feast and Peggy’s Cove Adventure NovaScotia.com 3838 Coastal charm, outdoor adventure, and sea-inspired artisans and cuisine

rom the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Old Town Lunenburg, with its colourful working Unexpected discoveries Fwaterfront and beautiful architecture, to the inspiring views of the coast and its 40-plus lighthouses, the South Shore is much more than The Barn Coffee & Social House, Mahone Bay the home of Bluenose II and the must-photograph Grab a cup of joe or a pastry at this restored rustic Peggy’s Cove. It is a place where you can imagine barn on Main Street in Mahone Bay. This cozy a time when tall ships filled the harbours and coffee house is the perfect place to re-energize before starting your next adventure (see page 54). experience the area’s seafaring heritage first-hand, perhaps by joining a crew of lobster fishers for a Local Artwork, Petite Rivière & LaHave Area morning at sea during White Point Beach Resort’s The beauty and tranquility of this area has attracted Great Canadian Lobster Fishing Feast or aboard Nova many talented artists and craftspeople who now call Scotia’s iconic sailing ambassador, Bluenose II, when it home. Stop in to the various studios, galleries, and gift shops along this winding coast.pracs.ca you become a deckhand for the day. The Port Grocer, Port Medway Watch how pewter designs become keepsakes Whether you’re stopping for lunch or live music before crafting a piece yourself at Amos and dinner on Friday or Saturday nights, you’ll Pewter in Mahone Bay, Canada’s only Pewter enjoy the warm atmosphere, delicious flavours, Economuseum. At Kejimkujik National Park and mingling with the locals. Try the lobster pizza! and National Historic Site, discover Mi’kmaw theportgrocer.ca petroglyphs etched in rock, with the help of an Charlotte Lane Café, Shelburne interpreter, and experience stunning stargazing in This two-time winner of the province’s “Small the Dark Sky Preserve. Restaurant Award” is a must while in town. Culinary delights abound here, and fresh seafood Described as world cuisine blended with charm is the cornerstone of many delectable dining and down-home hospitality, Chef Roland’s menu experiences, like the famed Shore Club Lobster has been inspired by his world travels. Don’t miss Suppers in Hubbards, where more than a million the seafood chowder! (See page 55.) lobster suppers have been served in the past 70 Capt. Kat’s Lobster Shack, Barrington years. Delicious seafood is never far away! Located in the Lobster Capital of Canada, this Accommodations / Attractions / Campgrounds Accommodations / charming restaurant took first place in Nova Scotia Kayaking at Blue Rocks Lobster Crawl’s inaugural Lobster Roll Challenge, competing with some of the South Shore’s best restaurants (see page 55). South Shore

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Shore Club Lobster Suppers NovaScotia.com Let your taste buds lead the way 39 The South Shore is a food and drink hot spot! From sweet maple products to fresh seafood plucked straight from the sea to restaurant menus with a local twist, you won’t go hungry here!

Acadian Maple Products, Tantallon DO Satisfy your sweet tooth. From syrups to sauces, MORE candies to coffee, maple is the star of the show. Drop by to learn about maple syrup, savour a tasting, and IN pick up your favourite sweet goodies! (See page 53.) Stellar Beach Feast South Shore beer and wine White Point Beach Resort Visit the many craft breweries in this region to sample Indulge in a gourmet beachside feast for the their latest creations and hear the unique stories senses! This chef-prepared progressive dinner behind their names, many rooted in local history. Drop pairs delicious local seafood with award-winning in for a pint at King Street Beer Company and enjoy Nova Scotian wines. Then, on a guided beach live music on Friday and Saturday nights and Sunday walk, your Dark Sky Interpreter shares local stories afternoons. For the wine lover, savour a tasting and tour and Mi’kmaw legends about the constellations, at Lunenburg County Winery or Petite Rivière Vineyards. moon, and shoreline. Cap off the evening with Don’t forget to have your Good Cheer Trail passport a sommelier-led, blindfolded Nova Scotia wine stamped! See pages 53 & 54 for a complete list of South tasting (see page 48). Shore craft beverage producers. Lobster Feast and Dining in Lunenburg Peggy’s Cove Adventure Eat your way through Lunenburg! This culinary hot spot is Oceanstone Seaside Resort spilling over with dining options and delicious, modern Nova Scotia essentials are served up by your takes on traditional flavours. Try The Grand Banker’s seaside resort host, exclusively guiding you Lunenburger, a hamburger topped with lobster and to Peggy’s Cove authentic fishing village and a bacon-wrapped scallop; Salt Shaker Deli’s award- lighthouse, introducing you to local seafood winning seafood chowder made with smoked haddock; experts, and meeting up with Oceanstone’s chef the Savvy Sailor’s Lunenburg Breakfast of salt cod and to select your fresh lobster for your gourmet feast smoked bacon fishcakes with rhubarb relish; everything by the ocean! (See page 44.) lobster on The Old Fish Factory’s Lobster & Seafood Festival menu; Lincoln Street Food’s farmers’ market– Lunenburg Distilled: A Culinary Adventure inspired dishes—the list goes on! Lunenburg Walking Tours Take in the colours and characters of Old Town Ironworks Distillery, Lunenburg Lunenburg UNESCO World Heritage Site as you Accommodations / Attractions Located in a former marine blacksmith’s shop, explore the waterfront by foot and by boat to Ironworks’ spirits are crafted by hand using fresh, local discover distiller insights, sample award-winning ingredients. Go behind the scenes on the daily distillery rum, and enjoy an exclusive gourmet seafood tour and tasting to learn more about their award- dinner on the deck of the schooner Theresa E. winning Bluenose Rum, Pear Eau-de-Vie, and Rum Boat Connor (see page 59). Rum, ocean aged on a boat afloat in Lunenburg Harbour! South Shore (See page 54.)

Lunenburg Distilled: A Culinary Adventure Lobster Feast and Peggy’s Cove Adventure NovaScotia.com 4040 Not-to-be-missed experiences This region is home to some of our most popular historic attractions and sweeping coastal views. Explore our coast, culture, and the many vibrant South Shore communities.

Peggy’s Point Lighthouse, Peggy’s Cove Seaside Adventure and Beachside Feast Perched atop massive granite worn smooth by the pounding waves below, the iconic lighthouse at Peggy’s Cove has been guiding sailors and fishermen home since 1868. Stroll through the village, take a boat tour, and marvel at the unique landscape—but stay off the black rocks. peggyscoveregion.com Bluenose II Discover the thrill of becoming a crew member on Nova Scotia’s iconic sailing ambassador, Bluenose II! Take the wheel, handle sail, and stand watch alongside the schooner’s regular crew, while sailing around the beautiful Mahone Bay Islands. Then, learn how to properly anchor a 179-ton schooner (see page 51). Old Town Lunenburg, UNESCO World Heritage Site DO Established in 1753, Old Town Lunenburg is the best MORE surviving example of British planned colonial settlement IN in North America. Take a self-guided stroll, guided walking tour or carriage ride to learn why Lunenburg’s colourful waterfront, narrow streets, captivating Great Canadian Lobster Fishing Feast architecture, and seafaring history have made it a White Point Beach Resort UNESCO World Heritage Site. launch.lunenburgns.com Get a taste of the world’s largest lobster fishery! Join a crew of Nova Scotia’s lobster fishers for a Shelburne County Museum, Shelburne morning at sea, returning to your resort with the The Shelburne County Museum houses an impressive freshest lobster and ultimate bragging rights. collection of artifacts spanning more than two centuries Meet at the beachside bonfire as your chef of settlement in Shelburne County. Displays of Mi’kmaq, prepares today’s catch for your cozy dinner party Loyalist, African, and Welsh heritage are included. inside (see page 48). Memorabilia relating to Shelburne’s rich shipbuilding Accommodations / Attractions / Campgrounds Accommodations / Seaside Adventure & Beachside Feast history provide reminders of this glorious past (see page 52). Candlebox Kayaking Black Loyalist Heritage Centre, Birchtown Hike to Kejimkujik National Park Seaside’s Discover the history and contributions of the Black beautiful white sand beach for exclusive insights Loyalists, some of Canada’s first settlers. The Old School on this coastal estuary. Hop in your kayak for a House Museum, the historic church, and the walkway guided tour to a lobster roll picnic. Enjoy a swim, South Shore with interpretive panels are nestled alongside beautiful then indulge in a seafood feast at your luxurious Birchtown Bay. The Black Loyalist Heritage Centre beachside resort! (See page 59.) features artifacts, multimedia exhibits, and a virtual “Book of Negroes” (see page 52). Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic, Lunenburg Black Loyalist Heritage Centre Learn about rum-running, August gales, and whales. Meet lobsters, flounder, cod, and more in the aquarium. Explore wharf-side vessels and enjoy Bluenose memorabilia. Meet an “old salt,” and keep an eye out for the whimsical whale mural near the waterfront (see page 51). Ross Farm Museum, New Ross Explore the heritage buildings on site that date from 1817, chat with costumed interpreters demonstrating farm activities of the early 1800s, and enjoy hands-on NovaScotia.com activities like planting, candle-making, and woodworking (see page 50). 41

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The mystery of Oak Island Book a boat tour with Salty Dog Tours or a walking tour for exclusive access to privately owned Oak Island, site of the world’s longest-running treasure hunt, as seen on the popular TV show The Curse of Oak Island. Walking tours must be booked online in advance, as access to the island is otherwise prohibited due to the ongoing treasure hunt (see page 58). Golf by the sea The South Shore has some great golf courses to challenge your game. Check out Chester Golf Club in Chester, White Point Golf Club in White Point, Osprey Ridge Golf Course in Bridgewater, and River Hills Golf & Country Club in Clyde River (see pages 55–57). Fort Point Lighthouse, Liverpool This distinctive “hunchbacked” light is the third-oldest surviving lighthouse in Nova Scotia. Go inside to sound the handcranked foghorn, and explore the interpretive display (see page 51). For an extra-special experience, order a Lighthouse Picnic Lunch from nearby Lane’s Did you know? Privateer Inn. Their traditional lobster roll is sure to please! (See page 51.) Lobster is in season on the South Shore from the The Village of Chester end of November to the end of May, but is available Less than an hour’s drive from Halifax, the historic seaside throughout Nova Scotia year-round. While in Accommodations / Attractions village of Chester is known for sailing, golf, live theatre Nova Scotia be sure to try lobster rolls, creamed productions, and its relaxing coastal lifestyle. Spend lobster, lobster eggs benedict, lobster poutine, the morning paddling the waters around Chester with even lobster craft beer and lobster ice cream! The Kayak Shack (see page 56), then pull up a seat at the NovaScotia.com/lobster quaint Kiwi Café for lunch (see page 54). In the afternoon, explore the 3-km hiking trail at nearby Graves Island South Shore Provincial Park or Castle Rock Trail (see pages 55 & 57). The South Shore Rum Runners Trail also connects through Chester. Cap off your day with live theatre at the Chester Playhouse and an overnight stay at a charming inn (see pages 44, 45 & 50). South Shore beaches The South Shore is known for its sprawling white sand beaches, many of which are at provincial parks,

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10 Ross Farm Maitland Reserv e Museum Kejimkujik National Park Bridge 14 Beach, Thomas Raddall, and Sand Hills. The calmer and National Historic Site Head of of Canada McGowan St. Margarets Caledonia Hubbards Bay Lake Fish ocean waters at Beach Meadows Beach Park are great 103 Hatchery Wile Carding Mill Museum Mahone Bay Chester Ferry Bridgewater Blandford for young children. At The Hawk Beach on Cape Sable Big Tancook Kejimkujik Scenic Drive 3 Island Southwest Nova Greenfield Peggy’s Halifax Biosphere Reserve (UNESCO) DesBrisay Lunenburg Fisheries Cove Yarmouth Museum Ferry

Island, the most southerly point in Nova Scotia, keep Museum William UNESCO Southwest Nova Biospher Nova Southwest UNESCO Petite 8 103 Rivière of the Atlantic E. DeGarthe Mill Village Memorial Perkins House Risser’s an eye out for the “drowned forest” and migratory birds Ross-Thomson Port Beach Atlantic Ocean House and Store Museum Medway Museum Liverpool (see pages 55–57). Shelburne Port Joli

Queens NovaScotia.com 103 County Museum Lower 3 3 Barrington Woods Shag Kejimkujik Harbour Thomas Harbour National Park Lockeport Raddall Seaside Park Visitor Information Cape Sable I. Clark’s Barrington Centre locations Harbour Woolen Mill Cape Sable Museum & The Old Meeting Lighthouse Route House Museum 4242 Outdoor adventures There’s a lot of ocean coastline to explore, so pack your towels and sunscreen and get outside. Listings of outdoor adventure opportunities in the South Shore region start on page 55.

Surfing at White Point DO Rossignol Surf Shop offers surfing lessons and MORE equipment rentals at White Point Beach Resort, late IN June through September (see page 56). Kejimkujik backcountry adventures, Private Island Yurt for Two Whynot Adventure Outfitters Pleasant Paddling Venture into the backcountry, paddling the tranquil Take a thrilling kayak adventure to a seal colony, waters and rocky shoreline of Kejimkujik National Park snorkel hidden inlets, cycle winding coastal and National Historic Site with an experienced guide. roads, and dine on local delicacies. Sleep Connect to the storied history and legends of the area; under the stars in a cozy yurt on your very own enjoy backcountry cuisine and sleep lakeside under the private island, just off the coast of beautiful stars in this designated Dark Sky Preserve. Perfect for Blue Rocks fishing village near Lunenburg any skill level (see page 51). (see page 59). Lumberjack AXEperience, Barrington LaHave Islands Glamping Adventure Receive hands-on lumberjack training with world Cape LaHave Adventures champion logroller Darren Hudson, beneath the pines Foodies will love this guided glamping adventure in his riverside park by the picturesque Barrington River. with everything provided! Island-hop by kayak to Be guided through the five essential lumberjack skills: colourful fishing communities and along pristine logrolling, tree climbing, axe throwing, bow sawing, coasts. Indulge in fresh seafood and local flavours and cross cutting. wildaxe.com prepared for you on the beach, try yoga on stand-up paddleboards, and glamp under the Rum Runners Trail, Lunenburg to Halifax stars (see page 56). Take a guided bike tour with Freewheeling Adventures Sea-to-Table Lobster Adventure or Rhumb Line Bicycle Shop, or map out your own East Coast Outfitters adventure (see pages 55 & 56). The Train Station Bike & Kayak Nova Scotia’s dramatic granite coast and Bean, offering bike rentals and a café, is a great place clear, turquoise waters to a charming fishing to start or wrap up your adventure (see page 55). Enjoy village for the inside scoop on lobster fishing a leisurely two-day (or more!) bike ride, savouring in this sea-to-table adventure! A chef-prepared the local flavours at award-winning restaurants and lobster dinner, featuring local ingredients and Accommodations / Attractions / Campgrounds Accommodations / exploring attractions and seaside artisan shops along seafood awaits you at the ocean’s edge at sunset this 119-kilometre multi-use rails-to-trails route. Connect (see page 59). through Mahone Bay, Chester, Hubbards, and Head of St. Margarets Bay; there are multiple access points over seven trail sections (see page 57).

South Shore Sea kayaking—Lower Prospect, Blue Rocks, Kejimkujik National Park Seaside, Port Joli LaHave Islands, and Shelburne Discover this wild and isolated coastline of glacier-carved From the granite outcroppings of Lower Prospect to the headlands, secluded rocky coves, and expansive silver golden seaweed and narrow slate passageways at scenic sand beaches, complete with sightings of seals and Blue Rocks, guided kayaking tours offer spectacular various shorebirds. Get hands-on with the exclusive open-ocean adventures, relaxed paddling in sheltered citizen science experience, Gone Crabbin’, where you coves, and overnight island experiences. For self-guided work alongside a Parks Canada interpreter to help save adventures, equipment rentals are also available from this fragile ecosystem from the invasive European Green operators along the South Shore (see pages 58 & 59). Crab. No need to pack a lunch, pick up a Perfect Picnic prepared by local restaurants! (See page 51.) Sea-to-Table Lobster Adventure, East Coast Oufitters Stand-up paddleboard, Liverpool Explore the historic Mersey River by paddleboard, kayak, or canoe. Liverpool Adventure Outfitters will help you paddle your way around the scenic South Shore. Rentals and other multi-sport tours are available NovaScotia.com (see page 58). Capture a moment 43 Here you will find unspoiled landscapes, majestic seascapes, and—clinging to the coastline between them—captivating vibrant communities. Don’t forget to pack your camera.

Lunenburg 48 Hours Exploring

Lunenburg to Barrington Mix and match these 48-hour road trips located throughout this guide to create a Nova Scotia adventure all your own. Day 1 Morning UNESCO Southwest Nova Biosphere Reserve Get the story on this UNESCO World Heritage Experience the night sky the same way the Mi’kmaq Site with Lunenburg Walking Tours. Your lively saw it thousands of years ago, in spectacular darkness. guide will give you the details on this historic In this rare place unaffected by light pollution, take port town. Afterwards, stroll the colourful streets a nighttime journey into the darkest skies of Nova browsing the quaint shops. Scotia. Learn about astronomy and Mi’kmaq cultural perspectives of the star-filled night sky with Parks Afternoon Canada interpreters and Royal Astronomical Society of After a lunch of local seafood overlooking the Canada astronomers. parkscanada.gc.ca/keji-darksky harbour, enjoy a rum tasting at Ironworks Distillery, then step aboard Nova Scotia’s sailing Lunenburg Waterfront ambassador, Bluenose II, for a harbour tour Red wooden warehouses, brightly hued heritage homes, (confirm she’s in port prior to your visit). Then visit and crystal-blue water make the Lunenburg waterfront the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic to learn a jewel-toned tapestry. The best view is from Bluenose about her history. Golf Course on the other side of the harbour. Evening launch.lunenburgns.com Spend the night at a seaside resort. Enjoy dinner Peggy’s Cove overlooking the ocean at either White Point Probably the most-photographed lighthouse in Beach Resort or Quarterdeck Beachside Villas, Canada, the Peggy’s Point Lighthouse is a must followed by a stroll on the beach as the sun sets over capture. Just be careful on the wet rocks—they can be the ocean. Accommodations / Attractions slippery! Avoid the crowds and capture the sunrise and Day 2 picturesque Peggy’s Cove Village from unique vantage Morning points by joining the Peggy’s Cove Morning Light Tour After breakfast overlooking the beach, head on to with Picture Perfect Tours (see page 33). Kejimkujik National Park Seaside. Explore the peggyscoveregion.com coastal trails leading to turquoise waters lapping South Shore Blue Rocks, near Lunenburg at white sand shores. Artists, photographers and kayakers alike will be Afternoon delighted by the undeniable natural beauty of the Have lunch in Shelburne at Charlotte Lane Café fishing village and surrounding islands of Blue Rocks. and a craft beer tasting at Boxing Rock Brewery before travelling to the Black Loyalist Heritage Historic Shelburne Waterfront Centre in nearby Birchtown. Then, continue on to Shelburne’s beautiful wooden buildings and maritime Barrington where you can learn axe throwing from a essence combined with an historic streetscape free of world-champion log roller at Wild Axe. power lines make it easy to capture a stunning image Evening from land, boat, or kayak. Barrington is the Lobster Capital of Canada. Visit Three Churches, Mahone Bay Capt. Kat’s Lobster Shack to get your fix. From The New York Times called this postcard view “pretty lobster rolls to lobster fondue, creamed lobster to as a picture.” Turn down the Oakland Road for a good lobster poutine and everything in between, you’ll vantage point and see for yourself why it is so charming. find all things lobster here! mahonebay.com NovaScotia.com SOUTH SHORE LISTINGS Oceanstone Resort Surfside Inn "pccccd. H 4444 Communities are listed in order as found $99–550 q,ccccd $125–225, XP $25 when travelling through the region on the 8650 Peggy’s Cove Road 9609 Highway 3 Scenic Travelway roads. 866-823-2160 902-857-2417, 800-373-2417 [email protected] [email protected] www.oceanstoneresort.com www.thesurfsideinn.com ACCOMMODATIONS Q,D,T,S•Ens or pvt bath•@ Q,D•Ens bath•@ For a key to codes and symbols, see page 2. Resort: 25 • Year-round Inn: 8 • Year-round PROSPECT GLEN MARGARET HUBBARDS Sand Castle Tourist Service + By the Bay Bed and Breakfast Anchorage House & Cottages Bed & Breakfast p,. $90–140, XP $20 pcccd H $110–230, XP $15 qccccd H $119, XP $15; no tax 10502 Peggy’s Cove Road 56 Shore Club Road 328 Seligs Road 902-821-2348, 855-821-2348 902-857-9402, 800-565-2624 902-852-2241 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.bythebaybandb.ca www.anchoragehouse.com www.relaxatsandcastle.com Q•Ens or pvt bath•24-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ K,Q,D,T,S•Ens or pvt bath•2-wk CXL•@ Q,S•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ B&B: 3 • Year-round Cabin: 2 Cottage: 10 Tourist Home: 5 Year-round Suite: 1 • Apr 2–Dec 31 ST. MARGARET’S BAY AREA Seaside 224 B & B Hubbards Beach Cottages BOUTILIER’S POINT qcccc. H $139; no tax pccc. H $150–350 224 Prospect Bay Road 226 Shore Club Road 902-222-7069 902-857-9460, 855-858-9460 [email protected] [email protected] D•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ www.hubbardsbeach.com Suite: 1 • Year-round Q,D,T•Pvt bath•@ Cottage: 11 • May 15–Oct 15 BAYSIDE Anchors Gate Bed and Breakfast Rosewood Cottages q. H $125–145, XP $20 qccccd H $290–425 4281 Prospect Road Bay Breeze Motel & Cottages 187 Shore Club Road 902-852-3906 p. H $99–249, XP $8 902-857-2001 [email protected] 6970 St. Margaret’s Bay Road [email protected] www.anchorsgatebb.com 902-826-2213, 800-565-2615 www.rosewoodonthecove.com Q,S•Ens bath•Light b’fast•@ [email protected] K,Q,T,S•Pvt bath•@ Apt.: 1 B&B: 2 • May 1–Dec 31 www.baybreeze.ca Cottage: 7 • May 1–Oct 31 Oceanfront motel & cottages on a private PEGGY’S COVE AREA peninsula; sandy access for boating, diving, CHESTER AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) swimming, fishing, etc. Amenities and other BLANDFORD BIG LAKE activities within 10 minutes’ drive. Century House B&B, Pottery & Big Lake Hospitality Q,D,T•Ens or pvt bath•@ Gallery p. $80–175 Cottage: 9 Motel: 15 • May 1–Nov 1 q. $124–139; no tax 5849 Prospect Road 5206 Highway 329 902-982-1296 902-228-2041, 888-680-8808 [email protected] [email protected] biglakeca.tripod.com www.bbcanada.com/centuryhousebb Q•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•1-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ Motel: 8 • June 15–Oct 1 B&B: 3 • May 15–Oct 15 Accommodations PEGGY’S COVE EAST CHESTER Peggy’s Cove Bed & Breakfast Gray Gables Bed & Breakfast cccc $159–175, XP $25 Larinda’s Landing Oceanfront ccccd. $120–140, XP $25 19 Church Road Cottages 19 Graves Island Road 902-823-2265, 877-725-8732 pcccc H $219–499 902-275-2000 [email protected] 7532 St. Margaret’s Bay Road [email protected] www.peggyscovebb.com 902-425-4662, 866-766-2233 www.graygables.ca

South Shore Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•1-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ [email protected] K,Q•Ens bath•1-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ B&B Inn: 4 Cottage: 1 • Year-round www.larindaslanding.com B&B: 3 • Year-round K,Q,D•Pvt bath•@ CHESTER The Breakwater Inn Cottage: 8 • May 15–Oct 25 . $160 Mecklenburgh Inn 130 Peggy’s Point Road QUEENSLAND q,cccc. $139–195, XP $25 902-821-2307, 844-676-2683 Colwell’s by the Sea 78 Queen Street [email protected] qcccd H $975–1800 weekly 902-275-4638 www.breakwaterinn.ca 10 Colwell Drive [email protected] Q•Ens bath•5-day CXL•Full b’fast•@ 709-745-2760, 800-780-3682 www.mecklenburghinn.ca B&B: 3 • Year-round [email protected] Heritage property (1902) in the heart of the D,S•Pvt bath•12-wk CXL•@ village; 4 airy, well-appointed guest rooms with INDIAN HARBOUR Cottage: 3 • June 1–Sept 30 Frette™ linens, feather duvets, local quilts. Clifty Cove Motel Bluetooth docks. Cordon Bleu–trained chef. p. $89–159 Queensland Cottages pcccd H $900–1100 weekly Q,D,T,S•Ens or pvt bath•1-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ 8444 Peggy’s Cove Road B&B: 4 • May 1–Dec 31 902-823-3178, 888-254-3892 461–469 Conrads Road [email protected] 902-233-0367 www.cliftycovemotel.com [email protected] K,Q,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ www.queenslandcottages.com Motel: 11 • May 1–Oct 30 Q,S•Pvt bath•4-wk CXL•@ Cottage: 3 • June 15–Oct 15 NovaScotia.com White Gate Inn & Restaurant INDIAN POINT LUNENBURG AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) qccccd $185 Bayview Pines Country Inn 45 28 Pleasant Street q,cccd H $125–175 SECOND PENINSULA 902-275-4400 678 Oakland Road Solterre Concept House Retreat [email protected] 902-624-9970, 866-624-9970 pccccd H $275–395 www.whitegate.ca [email protected] 39 Three Pastures Road Newly refurbished rooms embracing the best www.bayviewpines.com 902-492-1215 of East Coast living style, with locally crafted K,Q,D,T•Ens or pvt bath•Full b’fast•@ [email protected] furnishings, superior linens and a gentle sea Apt.: 2 B&B Inn: 8 • May 1–Oct 31 www.solterre.com/concept-cottage breeze, all above a fine-dining restaurant. MAHONE BAY K,Q•Ens or pvt bath•12-wk CXL•@ Q•Ens bath•@ Vac. Home: 1 • May 15–Oct 15 Inn: 3 • May 17–Oct 14 Fisherman’s Daughter B&B qcccc. $145–199, XP $20 LUNENBURG Windjammer Motel 97 Edgewater Street Addington Arms p,. $85–95, XP $10 902-624-0660 qccccd $129–169 4070 Highway 3 [email protected] 27 Cornwallis Street 902-275-3567 www.fishermans-daughter.com 902-634-4573, 877-979-2727 [email protected] K,Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•1-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ [email protected] www.windjammermotel.ca Apt.: 4 B&B: 4 • May 1–Oct 21 Q•Ens bath•2-wk CXL•Light b’fast•@ 14 drive-up units: all no-smoking; all with 4-pc Suite: 4 • May 1–Oct 31 bath and small fridge; 6 with air-conditioning. Heart’s Desire Bed & Breakfast Large well-kept lawn overlooking lake; picnic qcccc/cccd. $116–130, Alicion Bed & Breakfast tables, BBQs. 686 Main Street XP $25 qccccd. $145–195 Q,D,T,S•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ 902-624-8470, 866-624-8470 66 McDonald Street [email protected] 902-634-9358, 877-634-9358 Motel: 14 • Year-round www.heartsdesirebb.com [email protected] END OF CHESTER AREA Q,D,S•Ens or pvt bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ www.alicionbb.com B&B: 3 Cottage: 1 • Year-round K,Q,T•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ SHERWOOD B&B: 4 • May 1–Dec 31 Sherwood Golf & Country Club Just Like Mom’s Bed & Breakfast pcccc H $135–275 . $95–125, XP $15; no tax Ashlea House Bed & Breakfast 500 Sherwood Road 20 Pleasant Street qccccd $159–229 902-275-4956 902-531-2048 42 Falkland Street [email protected] [email protected] 902-634-7150, 866-634-7150 www.eden.travel/sherwood Q•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ [email protected] K,Q,D•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ B&B: 1 • Year-round www.ashleahouse.com Cottage: 11 • Apr 26–Oct 31 Kitch’inn Q,T•Ens bath•Full b’fast•@ pccccd $145–175 B&B: 4 • Year-round MAHONE BAY AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) 319 Main Street Atlantic Sojourn Bed & Breakfast WESTERN SHORE 902-624-0797 qccccd. $120–170 [email protected] 56 Victoria Road www.kitchinn.com 902-634-3151, 800-550-4824 Q•Ens bath•1-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ [email protected] Apt.: 1 B&B: 3 • Year-round www.atlanticsojourn.com Mahone Bay Bed & Breakfast Q,S•Ens bath•Full b’fast•@ q,ccccd $110–145, XP $25 B&B: 4 • Year-round 558 Main Street Atlantic View Motel & Cottages 902-624-6388, 866-239-6252 p,cccd H $95–170, XP $15

Oak Island Resort & Conference [email protected] 230 Mason’s Beach Road Accommodations Centre www.mahonebaybedandbreakfast.com 902-634-4545, 877-552-7094 Q,T•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ [email protected] "pcccd H $119–419, XP $15 B&B: 4 • Apr 1–Dec 10 www.atlanticview.ca 36 Treasure Drive Q,D,T•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ 902-627-2600, 800-565-5075 Mahone Bay Hide-Away Cabin: 3 Cottage: 2 Motel: 9 [email protected] qccccd. H $195 May 15–Oct 18 www.oakislandresort.ca 51 Pond Street K,Q,D,T•Ens or pvt bath•@ 902-521-0550 B2 Lofts Resort: 117 • Year-round [email protected] p. $160–260 South Shore www.mahonebayhideaway.ca 160 Montague Street MARTIN’S POINT Q•Pvt bath•2-wk CXL•@ 902-210-2753 Oak Cottages Suite: 2 • Year-round [email protected] qcccc H $300 BLOCKHOUSE www.b2lofts.ca 68–70 Murry Road K,Q,T•Ens or pvt bath•2-wk CXL 902-423-3202 New-found Guest House Suite: 6 • Year-round [email protected] q,. H $119–159, XP $10 Q,D,T•Pvt bath•@ 180 Hamm’s Hill Road Baywatch Cottage of Lunenburg Vac. Home: 2 • May 15–Oct 15 902-521-3999 pcccc H $1350–1975 weekly [email protected] 88 Hebb Point Road MARTIN’S RIVER www.thenewfoundguesthouse.com 709-745-2760, 800-780-3682 River Ridge Lodge D•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ [email protected] q,cccc. $129–159 Cottage: 1 • May 15–Oct 31 www.stayinnovascotia.com/2-bay-watch- 28 Silver Point Road cottage.htm 902-531-2284 Q,D•Pvt bath•12-wk CXL•@ [email protected] Vac. Home: 1 • June 1–Oct 31 www.riverridgelodge.ca Q,T•Ens bath•2-wk CXL•Light b’fast•@ B&B: 3 • Year-round NovaScotia.com Bluenose Lodge Lunenburg Arms Hotel & Spa The Wellshire Bed and Breakfast 4646 qcccc. H $100–190, XP $15 "pccccd $134–254, XP $20 q,ccccc. $150–175 10 Falkland Street 94 Pelham Street 201 York Street 902-634-8851, 800-565-8851 902-640-4040, 800-679-4950 902-634-3418 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.bluenoselodge.ca www.eden.travel/properties/lunenburg- www.wellshirebedandbreakfast.blogspot.ca K,Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•72-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ arms-hotel-and-spa/welcome Q•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Apt.: 1 B&B Inn: 11 • May 1–Oct 31 K,Q,D•Ens bath•2-wk CXL•@ B&B: 2 • Year-round Boscawen Inn Inn: 24 • Year-round Topmast Motel qcccc $99–225, XP $25 Lunenburg Inn p. H $85–195, XP $15 150 Cumberland Street qccccd $159–199, XP $15 76 Masons Beach Road 902-634-3325, 800-354-5009 26 Dufferin Street 902-634-4661, 877-525-3222 [email protected] 902-634-3963, 800-565-3963 [email protected] www.boscawen.ca [email protected] www.topmastmotel.com K,Q,D,T•Ens or pvt bath•Full b’fast•@ www.lunenburginn.com K,Q,D,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ B&B Inn: 17 • May 1–Oct 31 Q,D,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Motel: 15 • May 1–Oct 31 Brigantine Inn B&B Inn: 7 • Apr 1–Nov 30 Water Sprite Bed & Breakfast qccccJJ H $85–189, XP $15 Lunenburg Oceanview Chalets q,ccccc. $199–349 82 Montague Street pcccc H $149–179, XP $20 208 Pelham Street 902-634-3300, 800-360-1181 78 Old Blue Rocks Road 204-960-7368 [email protected] 902-640-3344, 855-640-3344 [email protected] www.brigantineinn.com [email protected] www.waterspritebb.ca Q,D,T•Pvt bath•24-hr CXL•@ www.lunenburgoceanview.com K,Q•Ens bath•Full b’fast•@ Hotel: 7 Suite: 1 • Year-round Q,T•Pvt bath•2-wk CXL•@ B&B: 2 • Year-round Captain’s Bell Bed and Breakfast Cottage: 6 • Year-round FIRST SOUTH q. $130–170 Mariner King Lily Front Motel & Cottages 289 Pelham Street qccccd.JJJ H $140–275, pccc H $109–149 902-442-1655 15 King Street XP $15 693 Mason’s Beach Road [email protected] 902-634-8509, 800-565-8509 902-634-8085 www.captainsbellbandb.com [email protected] [email protected] Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ www.marinerking.com www.lilyfrontmotelandcottages.com B&B: 3 • Year-round K,Q,T•Ens or pvt bath•24-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ Dockside Inn Apt.: 1 Inn: 14 • Apr 7–Nov 30 Apt.: 1 Cottage: 2 Motel: 4 • May 1–Oct 15 cccd. H $150–299, XP $15 Pelham House Bed & Breakfast FELTZEN SOUTH 84 Montague Street ,cccc. $125–165, XP $35 Ovens Natural Park Oceanview Cabins 902-634-3005, 866-672-9545 224 Pelham Street q. H $80–200 [email protected] 902-634-7113, 800-508-0446 326 Ovens Road www.docksider.ca [email protected] 902-766-4621 Q,D,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ www.pelhamhouse.ca [email protected] Tourist Home: 7 • Year-round K,Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ www.ovenspark.com Duke Street Studio Bed & Breakfast B&B: 4 • June 1–Oct 31 D•Pvt bath•@ ,cccc $95 Rum Runner Inn Cottage: 2 • May 15–Sept 27 86 Duke Street qcccc $159–299, XP $25 ROSE BAY 902-634-4165 66–70 Montague Street Rose Cape House [email protected] 902-634-9200, 888-778-6786 qcccc H $975–1500 weekly; [email protected] Accommodations Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ 203-470-9115 no tax B&B: 1 • Apr 2–Oct 31 www.rumrunnerinn.com [email protected] Homeport Motel K,Q•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•@ www.rosecapehouse.ca pcccd/ccc. H $100–200, Hotel: 13 • Year-round K,D,T•Pvt bath 167 Victoria Street XP $15 Sail Inn Vac. Home: 1 • Year-round 902-634-8234, 800-616-4411 q. $115–145 Salty Rose Beach Houses [email protected] 99 Montague Street p. H $1295–2195 www.homeportmotel.com 902-634-3537, 877-386-3535 3299 Highway 332 weekly South Shore K,Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ [email protected] 902-766-4923, 877-766-4923 Cottage: 6 Motel: 9 • Mar 15–Nov 15 www.sailinn.ca [email protected] Kaulbach House Bed & Breakfast Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ www.saltyrose.com qccccc. $117–210, XP $25 B&B: 4 • Year-round K,Q,D,T•Pvt bath•@ 75 Pelham Street Salt Shaker Deli & Inn Cottage: 6 • Apr 1–Nov 30 902-634-8818, 800-568-8818 qcccc H $105–199, XP $20 KINGSBURG [email protected] 126 Montague Street Shobac www.kaulbachhouse.com 902-634-8973, 888-634-8973 pccccc. H $2000–3500 K,Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ [email protected] 902-429-1867, ext 222 weekly B&B: 4 • July 1–Oct 31 www.saltshakerdeli.com [email protected] Lennox Tavern Bed & Breakfast K,Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ www.shobac.mlsarchitects.ca q. $90–140, XP $25 Inn: 4 • Year-round Q,T•Pvt bath•12-wk CXL•@ 69 Fox Street Smuggler’s Cove Inn Vac. Home: 7 • June 1–Sept 30 902-521-0214 pcccc H $99–240, XP $25 LOWER LAHAVE [email protected] 139 Montague Street Whitecaps Retreat www.lennoxtavernbb.ca 902-634-7500, 888-777-8606 "ccccd $320–390 Q,D•Ens or shared bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ [email protected] 99 Kraut Point Road B&B: 4 • Apr 20–Jan 20 www.smugglerscoveinn.ca 902-499-3450 K,Q,D•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•@ [email protected] Hotel: 20 • Year-round NovaScotia.com www.whitecapsretreat.com Q,D,S•Pvt bath•8-wk CXL Vac. Home: 1 • Apr 1–Nov 30 Days Inn & Conference Centre EAST LAHAVE CALEDONIA AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) Toba’s Bed & Breakfast Bridgewater 47 qccccd $165–200 p $99–200, XP $10 MOLEGA 4952 Highway 332 50 North Street Hunt Island Retreat 833-862-2722 902-543-7131, 877-543-7131 qcccc H $290 [email protected] [email protected] 902-423-3202 www.tobasbnb.com www.daysinn.ca [email protected] K,Q•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ K,Q,D•Ens bath•12-hr CXL•@ Q,S•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ B&B: 3 • May 1–Oct 31 Hotel: 70 • Year-round Cottage: 2 • May 15–Oct 15

BRIDGEWATER AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) END OF BRIDGEWATER AREA CALEDONIA CONQUERALL BANK B & B Art of Germany COOKVILLE pcccc. $95, XP $20; no tax Best Western Plus Bridgewater Hotel Lighthouse Motel 9865 Highway 8 & Convention Centre pcccc. H $90–175, XP $10 902-682-2114 "pcccc.JJJ H $100–200, 1101 Highway 331 [email protected] 527 Highway 10 XP $10 902-543-8151 www.bbcanada.com/10580.html 902-530-0101, 877-665-0101 [email protected] Country-style century home (c 1890) under [email protected] www.lighthousemotel.ca canopy of maples in quaint village; veranda, www.bestwesternbridgewater.com Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ country gardens, firepit, BBQ. Walking distance K,Q•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ Cottage: 1 Motel: 11 Suite: 3 to amenities and historic attractions. Hotel: 63 • Year-round May 1–Oct 31 Q,T•Ens or shared bath•1-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ BRIDGEWATER PETITE RIVIÈRE B&B: 3 • Year-round Comfort Inn Bridgewater Petite Villa KEMPT "pcccd $115–155, XP $10 qcccc H $1500 weekly Whitman Inn 49 North Street 5 Green Bay Road q H $75–130, XP $10 902-543-1498, 800-424-6423 [email protected] 12389 Highway 8 [email protected] www.petitevilla.com 902-682-2226, 800-830-3855 www.bridgewatercomfortinn.com Q,T•Pvt bath•4-wk CXL•@ [email protected] K,Q•Ens bath•12-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ Cottage: 1 • Year-round www.whitmaninn.com Hotel: 61 • Year-round Q,D,T•Ens or pvt bath•1-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ Inn: 9 • Mar 1–Oct 31

ExperienceNOVA SCOTIA’S TREASURE Accommodations South Shore

For information visit our tourism ambassadors or visit tourismchester.ca NovaScotia.com MERSEY POINT PORT MOUTON LIVERPOOL AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) 4848 Gallery Guest House B & B Port Mouton Bay Cottages WEST BERLIN p,. $90, XP $20; no tax "qcccd H $139–189, XP $10 Blueberry Bay Seaside Inn 611 Shore Road 8403 Highway 3 p. $89–149, XP $20; 902-354-5431 902-683-2020, 866-933-2020 1621 Eastern Shore Road no tax [email protected] [email protected] 902-356-2780 www.bbcanada.com/galleryguesthouse www.cottagesinnovascotia.com [email protected] Q,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ Five oceanfront cottages with 4-pc bath, gas www.blueberry-bay.com B&B: 2 • Year-round fireplace, deck, BBQ, laundry. One 3-bdrm K,Q,S•Ens or pvt bath•4-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ WHITE POINT vacation home and one 1-bdrm suite (both not B&B: 4 • June 1–Sept 1 White Point Beach Resort oceanfront). Restaurant & conv/liquor store. BROOKLYN p. $150–550 Q,T•Ens or pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ Motel Transcotia 75 White Point Beach Resort Road Cottage: 5 Vac. Home: 1 Suite: 1 p,. $65–75, XP $5 902-354-2711, 800-565-5068 Year-round 3457 Highway 3 [email protected] Port Mouton International Hostel 902-354-3494 www.whitepoint.com p. H $30 [email protected] K,Q,D,T,S•Ens or pvt bath•72-hr CXL•@ 8100 Highway 3 D,T,S•Ens bath•12-hr CXL•@ Resort: 121 • Year-round 902-947-3140 Motel: 22 • Year-round HUNTS POINT [email protected] D,S•Shared bath•24-hr CXL•@ LIVERPOOL Captain’s Quarters Cottages Hostel: 30 • Year-round Best Western Plus Liverpool Hotel & p,cccd. H $750–900 weekly, Conference Centre 6731 Highway 3 XP $70 PORT L’HÉBERT "pcccc.JJJ H $150–250 902-683-2491 Bramble Lane Cottage by the Sea 63 Queens Place Drive [email protected] pcccd H $1100–1500 weekly; 902-354-2377, 877-354-2377 www.captainsquarters-ns.ca 902-875-2729, 800-646-1577 no tax [email protected] Q,D,T,S•Pvt bath•@ [email protected] www.bestwesternliverpool.ca Cottage: 6 • June 27–Sept 13 Q,D•Pvt bath•12-wk CXL Air-conditioned rooms with 4-pc bath, DVD, Hunts Point Beach Cottages Vac. Home: 1 • May 1–Oct 31 in-room coffee/tea; 25 with kitchenette. q. H $135–265, XP $25 SABLE RIVER Complimentary hot breakfast. Fitness centre, 6739 Highway 3 business centre, guest laundry. 1 and Only Riverside Accommodations 902-683-2077 (formerly Sable River View Cottages) K,Q•Ens bath•12-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ [email protected] qccccd. H $150–200 Hotel: 65 • Year-round www.huntspointbeach.com 63 Cottage Drive Geranium House Bed & Breakfast 1 & 2-bdrm beachfront cottages with 3-pc bath 902-656-3071 ,cccd. $60 (S), electric heat. 2 suites: Jr (3-pc bath) or Exec [email protected] 87 Milton Road (5-pc bath, dbl whirlpool tub). Covered verandas, www.1andonly.ca 902-354-4484 peaceful oceanfront property, white sand. Q,T•Pvt bath•2-wk CXL•@ [email protected] K,D•Ens or pvt bath•4-wk CXL•@ Cottage: 4 • Year-round Q,T•Shared bath•24-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Cottage: 10 Suite: 2 • May 15–Oct 15 LOCKEPORT AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) B&B: 3 • May 15–Sept 30 SUMMERVILLE CENTRE Lane’s Privateer Inn Quarterdeck Beachside Villas & Grill WEST MIDDLE SABLE "pcccd $99–165, XP $20 "qccccd H $169–429 Meadow Pines Cottage 27 Bristol Avenue 7499 Highway 3 pccc H $945–1150 weekly; 902-354-3456, 800-794-3332 902-683-2998, 800-565-1119 977 West Sable Road no tax [email protected] [email protected] 902-875-2729, 800-646-1577 www.lanesprivateerinn.com www.quarterdeck.ca [email protected] Accommodations Riverside inn built in 1798. 23 A/C hotel rooms K,Q,D,S•Pvt bath•@ Q,D,T•Pvt bath•12-wk CXL•@ (including 1 suite) with 4-pc bath, Wi-Fi, sitting Resort: 34 • Year-round Vac. Home: 1 • May 1–Oct 31 area or balcony. Restaurant (8am–9pm), pub, Sidanna Retreat LOUIS HEAD patio, Lighthouse Lunches, lobster boils. "qccccd/cccc H $269–349 Sanderling Beach House K,Q,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ 7275 & 7277 Highway 3 qccccd H $2000–2750 weekly; Hotel: 23 • Year-round 902-999-1774 220 Seaside Drive no tax MILTON [email protected] 902-875-2729, 800-646-1577

South Shore Mersey Lodge www.sidannaretreat.com [email protected] qcccc/ccccd. H Q,D,T•Pvt bath•@ Q•Pvt bath•12-wk CXL 2537 River Road $125–185, Cottage: 2 Vac. Home: 1 • Year-round Vac. Home: 1 • June 1–Sept 30 902-354-5547 XP $25 Summerville Beach Retreat Chalets ROCKLAND [email protected] q,. H $149–199, XP $15 Swim Guest House www.merseylodge.com 7478 Highway 3 pccc H $850–1150 weekly; K,Q,D,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ 902-683-2874, 800-213-5868 14 Rockland Ferry Road no tax B&B Inn: 5 Cottage: 1 • Year-round www.novascotiachalets.com 902-875-2729, 800-646-1577 Morton House Inn B&B Q,D,T,S•Pvt bath [email protected] p,. H $80–110, XP $10 Cottage: 5 • May 1–Nov 30 Q,D,T•Pvt bath•12-wk CXL 147 Highway 8 Vac. Home: 1 • May 1–Oct 31 END OF LIVERPOOL AREA 902-354-2908, 877-354-2908 LOCKEPORT [email protected] www.mortonhouseinn.com Ocean Mist Cottages K,Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ p. H $129–210, XP $10 B&B: 4 Motel: 3 • Year-round 1 Gull Rock Road 902-656-3200 [email protected] www.oceanmistcottages.ca Q,D•Pvt bath•@

NovaScotia.com Cottage: 6 • Year-round Seaside Cottages at Ginger Hill CHURCHOVER CLARK’S HARBOUR qcccc. H $155–210 Boulder Cove Cottages Mama’s by the Sea B & B 49 Ginger Hill Road p,cccd H $165 q. $90–99 902-656-2089, 866-656-2089 119 Boulder Cove Road 14 Oscar Street [email protected] 902-875-1542, 866-732-7867 902-745-2900 www.seasidecottages.ns.ca [email protected] [email protected] Q,T•Pvt bath•@ www.bouldercove.com www.mamasbythesea.ca Cottage: 8 • May 8–Oct 12 Q•Pvt bath•@ Q•Shared bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Cottage: 5 • Year-round B&B: 2 • Year-round SHELBURNE AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) WEST GREEN HARBOUR END OF SHELBURNE AREA CAMPGROUNDS Castaway Ocean Lodge GUNNING COVE For a key to symbols and codes, see page 2. pcccc H $1100–1600 weekly; Shipwright’s Cottage 755 West Green Harbour Road no tax pccc H $900–1250 weekly; INDIAN HARBOUR 902-875-2729, 800-646-1577 1381 Shore Road no tax King Neptune Campground [email protected] 902-875-2729, 800-646-1577 pcc[F]c[R] $35–40 Q•Pvt bath•12-wk CXL•@ [email protected] 8536 Peggy’s Cove Road Vac. Home: 1 • May 1–Oct 31 Q,D,T•Pvt bath•12-wk CXL•@ 902-823-2582 SHELBURNE Vac. Home: 1 • Apr 1–Oct 31 [email protected] Cooper’s Inn UPPER OHIO www.kingneptunecampground.ca E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•Swimming: O qccccd H $140–230 Moony Resort 24-hr CXL•@ 36 Dock Street qccccd H $300 Sites: 65 o/n • June 1–Sept 30 902-875-4656, 800-688-2011 902-423-3202 [email protected] [email protected] GLEN MARGARET www.thecoopersinn.com Q,D•Ens or pvt bath Wayside Camping Park K,Q,T•Ens bath•1-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ Vac. Home: 1 • May 1–Oct 31 p,ccc[F]c[R]. $35–45 B&B Inn: 7 Suite: 1 • May 8–Oct 17 INGOMAR 10295 Peggys Cove Road 902-823-2547 Inner Harbor Inn Whispering Waves Cottages [email protected] qcccc. $109–249 p,cccc H $100–165 www.waysidecampground.com 1 Dock Street 308 Black Point Road E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•Swimming: O 902-875-1131 902-637-3535, 866-470-9283 [email protected] [email protected] 24-hr CXL•@ www.innerharborinn.com www.whisperingwavescottages.com Sites: 150 (90 o/n) • May 1–Nov 15 K,Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ Q•Pvt bath•@ HUBBARDS Inn: 5 • Year-round Cottage: 6 • Year-round Hubbards Beach Campground MacKenzie’s Motel and Cottages CLYDE RIVER pccc[F]cc[R] $35–45 qcccd. H $80–160, XP $10 Clyde River Cottages & Campground 226 Shore Club Road 902-857-9460, 855-858-9460 260 Water Street p,cccd H $110–130, XP $15 [email protected] 902-875-2842, 866-875-0740 2461 Upper Clyde Road [email protected] 902-637-3481 www.hubbardsbeach.com www.mackenzies.ca [email protected] E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: O K,Q,D•Ens bath•Light b’fast•@ www.clyderivercottages.com 48-hr CXL•@ Cottage: 7 Motel: 6 Suite: 5 • Year-round Q,D,T•Pvt bath•@ Sites: 148 (40 o/n) • May 15–Oct 1 Roseway River Cottages (2008) Cottage: 7 • May 1–Oct 31 EAST CHESTER p,cccd H $150, XP $10 BARRINGTON Graves Island Provincial Parkv

47 Riverview Drive Chestnut Holler Guesthouse Wp. $27–36 Accommodations / Campgrounds 902-875-3812, 888-876-7392 p,cccd $70 230 Graves Island Road [email protected] 35 Villagedale Road 902-275-4425, 888-544-3434 www.rosewayrivercottages.com 902-635-4006 [email protected] Q,D,T•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/graves-island Cottage: 5 Vac. Home: 1 • Year-round www.chestnutholler.com E,W,U•DS•24-hr CXL•@ Shelburne Harbourside Cottages D•Shared bath•24-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ Sites: 95 o/n • Seasonal cccd H $100 B&B: 2 • July 1–Aug 31 CHESTER BASIN 10 George Street BARRINGTON PASSAGE Lacey Mines Campground South Shore 902-875-4555 & RV Storage [email protected] Salty Shores Inn & Café qcccc p,. $25–35; no tax www.shelburneharboursidecottages.com $149 3533 Highway 3 371 Lacey Mines Road D•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ 902-575-2175 902-275-2446 Cottage: 2 • Year-round [email protected] [email protected] Welshtown Haven www.salty-shores.ca U•24-hr CXL q. H $99–149 Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ Sites: 11 o/n • June 1–Oct 1 10189 Upper Clyde Road Suite: 2 • Year-round MARTIN’S RIVER 902-982-2346 RayPort Campground [email protected] Starboard Inn pcccd p. $36–44 www.welshtownhaven.ca $89–109, XP $12 3412 Highway 3 165 Shingle Mill Road Q,D,T•Pvt bath•@ 902-635-1937 902-627-2678 Vac. Home: 1 • Year-round [email protected] [email protected] Wildwood Motel www.starboardinn.ca www.rayport.ca pccc H $85–95, XP $10 Q,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ E,W,Se,U•DS•Swimming: P•48-hr CXL•@ Minto Street Cottage: 6 Motel: 8 • Year-round Sites: 86 (28 o/n) • May 10–Oct 21 902-875-2964, 800-565-5001 [email protected] www.wildwoodmotel.ca NovaScotia.com Q,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ Motel: 20 • Year-round NEWBURNE HUNTS POINT 5050 LaHave River Campground Fisherman’s Cove RV & Campground ATTRACTIONS p,ccc[F]ccc[R]. $35–120 "pccc[F]c[R] $39–50 This category includes national parks, historic 1781 Newburne Road 6718 Highway 3 sites, museums, and other attractions. See also 902-644-2654 902-646-0160 listings under Craft Beverages and Specialty Foods; [email protected] [email protected] Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans; Outdoors; and www.lahaverivercampground.ca www.fishermanscoverv.ca Trails. For a key to symbols and codes, see page 2. E,W,U•DS•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: R E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•48-hr CXL•@ TERENCE BAY 24-hr CXL•@ Sites: 35 (22 o/n) • May 15–Oct 15 Sites: 93 (43 o/n) • May 15–Oct 15 SS Atlantic Heritage Park EAST PORT L’HÉBERT 178 Sandy Cove Road LUNENBURG Thomas Raddall Provincial Parkv 902-852-1557 Lunenburg Board of Trade Wp. $27 [email protected] Campground 529 Raddall Park Road www.ssatlantic.com pccc[F]c[R]. $32–48 902-683-2664, 888-544-3434 Admission: D • May 15–Oct 31 •W@ 11 Blockhouse Hill Road [email protected] PEGGY’S COVE 902-634-8100, 888-615-8305 parks.novascotia.ca/content/thomas-raddall [email protected] U•DS•Swimming: O•24-hr CXL•@ Peggy’s Cove Village and Lighthouse www.camping.lunenburgns.com Sites: 83 o/n • Seasonal www.peggyscoveregion.com Year-round •W@ E,W,Se,U•Pull-thrus•48-hr CXL•@ WEST MIDDLE SABLE Sites: 55 o/n • May 8–Oct 13 Swissair Memorial Site – Louis Head Beach Campground Peggy’s Covev CENTRE p. $16–25 8250 Highway 333 Little Lake Family Campground 1668 West Middle Sable Road [email protected] pccd[F]cc[R]. $40–45 902-656-3129 Year-round •W 11677 Highway 3 E,W,U•DS•Swimming: O•48-hr CXL•@ 902-634-4308 Sites: 35 (4 o/n) • May 30–Sept 30 William E. deGarthe Memorial Monumentv [email protected] LYDGATE www.littlelakefamilycampground.ca 109 Peggy’s Point Road E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: P Lockeport Campground & Cottages 902-823-2256 p,ccd cc[R]. 72-hr CXL•@ [F] $30–125 Admission: D • Year-round •W 3318 Highway 3 Sites: 139 (75 o/n) • May 1–Oct 15 902-830-7091, 866-656-2876 QUEENSLAND FELTZEN SOUTH [email protected] Hooked Rug Museum of North America Ovens Natural Park Family Campground www.lockeportcampground.ca 9849 Highway 3 p. $35–75, XP $12 E,W,Se,U•C/T/Y•Swimming: P•1-wk CXL•@ 902-858-3060 326 Ovens Road Sites: 45 (39 o/n) • May 15–Oct 12 [email protected] www.hookedrugmuseumnovascotia.org 902-766-4621 REID’S HILL [email protected] Admission: $ • May 4–Oct 14 •W v www.ovenspark.com The Islands Provincial Park Wp. HUBBARDS E,W,Se,U•C/T/Y•Swimming: P•48-hr CXL $27 183 Islands Park Road, Hwy 3 Shore Club Sites: 151 o/n • May 15–Sept 27 902-875-4304, 888-544-3434 250 Shore Club Road OAK HILL [email protected] 902-857-9555 Oakhill Pines Campground parks.novascotia.ca/content/islands [email protected] pcccd[F]ccc[R]. $30–40 U•DS•24-hr CXL•@ www.shoreclub.ca 388 Oakhill Road Sites: 63 o/n • Seasonal Admission: $ • Apr 26–Oct 24 •W@ 902-543-2885 CLYDE RIVER BAYSWATER [email protected] Clyde Farm Campground Swissair Memorial Site – Bayswaterv Campgrounds / Attractions www.oakhillpines.com p,ccd cd[R] 4100 Highway 329 E,W,Se,U•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: P [F] $25–65 2069 Upper Clyde Road [email protected] 48-hr CXL•@ 902-635-2221 Year-round •W Sites: 145 (80 o/n) • May 15–Oct 1 [email protected] CHESTER CRESCENT BEACH E,W,U•DS•C/T/Y•Swimming: P•24-hr CXL•@ Chester Playhouse Rissers Beach Provincial Parkv Sites: 31 (21 o/n) • May 1–Sept 30 22 Pleasant Street ;p. $27–36 Clyde River Cottages & Campground 902-275-3933, 800-363-7529 5366 Highway 331 South Shore p,ccd[F]cd[R] $22–40 [email protected] 902-688-2034, 888-544-3434 2461 Upper Clyde Road www.chesterplayhouse.ca [email protected] 902-637-3481 Admission: $ • Year-round •W parks.novascotia.ca/content/rissers-beach [email protected] E,W,U•DS•Pull-thrus•Swimming: O Lordly House Museum & Park www.clyderivercottages.com 133 Central Street 24-hr CXL•@ E,W,Se,U•Pull-thrus•Swimming: P•48-hr CXL•@ Sites: 99 o/n • Seasonal 902-275-3842 Sites: 73 (13 o/n) • May 10–Sept 30 [email protected] MAITLAND BRIDGE Thurston Creek Campground www.chester-municipal-heritage-society.ca Jeremy’s Bay Campground – p,. $25–30 May 15–Oct 15 •W;@ Kejimkujik National Park & 800 Upper Clyde Road National Historic Site P Sensea Nordic Spa 902-637-1633 40 Sensea Road p. $26-120 [email protected] 3005 Main Parkway 902-201-1520 E,W,Se,U•Swimming: R•24-hr CXL [email protected] 902-682-2772, 877-737-3783 Sites: 37 (17 o/n) • May 15–Oct 15 [email protected] www.sensea.ca ;@ www.reservation.parkscanada.gc.ca Admission: $ • Year-round • E,U•DS•C/T/Y•Swimming: L•24-hr CXL•@ NEW ROSS Backcountry Sites: 50 • May 15–Oct 12 Ross Farm Museumv 4568 Highway 12 902-689-2210, 877-689-2210

NovaScotia.com [email protected] rossfarm.novascotia.ca Admission: $ • Year-round • @ MAHONE BAY St. John’s Church Fort Point Lighthouse Park Mahone Bay Museum 81 Cumberland Street 21 Fort Lane 51 578 Main Street 902-634-4994 902-354-3456, 800-655-5741 902-624-6263 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.stjohnslunenburg.org www.regionofqueens.com/visit/experience www.mahonebaymuseum.com Admission: D • Year-round •W May 20–Oct 8 • ; May 30–Oct 4 • ;@ FELTZEN SOUTH Hank Snow Home Town Museum MAITLAND Ovens Natural Park 17 Hank Snow Drive BernArt 326 Ovens Road 902-354-4675, 888-450-5525 1136 Highway 325 902-766-4621 [email protected] 902-553-0790 [email protected] www.hanksnow.com [email protected] www.ovenspark.com Admission: $ • June 1–Oct 1 •W@ be-amazed.bernart.ca Admission: $ • May 15–Oct 12 •W; Old Burial Ground Admission: $ • June 21–Oct 13 •W@ BRIDGEWATER Main Street MAPLEWOOD 902-354-5741, 800-655-5741 Parkdale-Maplewood Museum [email protected] 3005 Barss Corner Road www.regionofqueens.com/visit/experience 902-644-2893 Year-round [email protected] Queens County Museum parkdale.ednet.ns.ca 109 Main Street Admission: D • May 4–Sept 25 •W 902-354-4058 LUNENBURG [email protected] www.queenscountymuseum.com Bluenose II v DesBrisay Museum Admission: D • Year-round •W@ 121 Bluenose Drive 130 Jubilee Road 855-640-3177 902-543-4033 Rossignol Cultural Centre [email protected] [email protected] 205 Church Street bluenose.novascotia.ca www.desbrisaymuseum.ca 902-354-3067 June 1–Sept 30 •W@ Year-round •W@ www.rossignolculturalcentre.com •W Fisheries Museum of the Atlanticv Admission: $ • June 15–Sept 15 68 Bluenose Drive Thomas Raddall Research Centre 902-634-4794, 866-579-4909 109 Main Street [email protected] 902-354-4058 fisheriesmuseum.novascotia.ca [email protected] Admission: $ • May 16–Oct 12 •W@ www.raddallresearchcentre.com •W@ Halifax & Southwestern Admission: $ • Year-round Railway Museum MILTON 11188 Highway 3 Wile Carding Mill Museumv Milton Blacksmith Shop Museum 902-634-3184 242 Victoria Road 351 West Street [email protected] 902-543-8233 902-356-3113 hswmuseum.ednet.ns.ca/home.html [email protected] [email protected] Admission: $ • May 1–Oct 31 •W cardingmill.novascotia.ca www.regionofqueens.com/visit/experience Admission: $ • June 1–Sept 30 •W;@ Knaut-Rhuland House Museum Admission: D • June 1–Sept 30 125 Pelham Street LAHAVE CALEDONIA 902-634-3498 Fort Point Museum North Queens Heritage House [email protected] 100 Fort Point Road Museum and Archives Attractions www.lunenburgheritagesociety.ca/ 902-688-1632 25 West Caledonia Road museum [email protected] 902-682-2989 Admission: D • June 7–Sept 30 • @ www.fortpointmuseum.com [email protected] Lunenburg Academy of Admission: D • June 1–Aug 31 • ;@ June 1–Sept 1 •W@ Music Performance LAHAVE ISLANDS MAITLAND BRIDGE 97 Kaulbach Street LaHave Islands Marine Museum Kejimkujik National Park & 902-634-8667 100 LaHave Islands Road National Historic SiteP [email protected] 902-688-2973 (summer only) 3005 Main Parkway South Shore www.lampns.ca [email protected] 902-682-2772, 888-773-8888 Admission: $ • Mar 10–Dec 20 •W www.lahaveislandsmarinemuseum.ca [email protected] Old Town Lunenburg June 1–Sept 1 •W www.parkscanada.gc.ca/kejimkujik UNESCO World Heritage Site PORT MEDWAY Admission: $ • May 15–Oct 12 •W; Town Hall, 119 Cumberland Street Port Medway Lighthouse Park PORT JOLI 902-634-4410 1687 Port Medway Road Kejimkujik National Park SeasideP [email protected] 902-354-5741, 800-655-5741 1188 St Catherine’s River Road www.explorelunenburg.ca/visitor- [email protected] 902-682-2772, 888-773-8888 information.html www.regionofqueens.com/visit/experience [email protected] Year-round •W Year-round •W www.parkscanada.gc.ca/keji-seaside South Shore Genealogical Society LIVERPOOL Admission: $ • May 15–Oct 12 • ;@ 97 Kaulbach Street, Room 203 Astor Theatre LOCKEPORT 902-634-8263 59 Gorham Street Little School Museum [email protected] 902-354-5250 29 & 37 Locke Street www.ssgs.ca [email protected] 902-656-2866 Admission: $ • Year-round •W@ www.astortheatre.ns.ca [email protected] Admission: $ • Year-round •W www.lockeport.ns.ca/littleschoolmuseum.php July 1–Sept 4 •W NovaScotia.com SHELBURNE Seal Island Light Museum MILL COVE 5252 Dory Shop Museumv 2422 Highway 3 The Glass Bakery 11 Dock Street 902-637-2185 994 Highway 329 902-875-3219 [email protected] 866-499-8691 [email protected] www.capesablehistoricalsociety.com [email protected] www.shelburnemuseums.com Admission: $ • June 1–Sept 30 www.theglassbakery.ca Admission: $ • June 1–Oct 15 • ; Western Counties Military Museum Media: Glass • Year-round Osprey Arts Centre 2401 Highway 3 BAYSWATER 107 Water Street 902-637-2185 Croucher’s Pt Gallery 902-875-2359 [email protected] 71 Saddle Island Road [email protected] www.capesablehistoricalsociety.com 902-228-2806 www.ospreyartscentre.ca Admission: $ • June 1–Sept 30 •W@ [email protected] Admission: $ • Year-round •W@ CAPE SABLE ISLAND Media: Glass, paintings & prints • Year-round Ross-Thomson House and Store Archelaus Smith Museum BLANDFORD Museumv 915 Highway 330, Centreville Century House Pottery & Gallery 9 Charlotte Lane [email protected] 5206 Highway 329 902-875-3219 June 24–Aug 25 •W@ 902-228-2041, 888-680-8808 [email protected] SHAG HARBOUR [email protected] www.shelburnemuseums.com Chapel Hill Museum and www.bbcanada.com/centuryhousebb Admission: $ • June 1–Oct 15 Observation Tower Media: Clay • May 15–Dec 15 Sandy Point Lighthouse 5492 Highway 3 CHESTER 1586 Sandy Point Road 902-723-2899 Amicus Gallery 902-875-2229 [email protected] 20 Pleasant Street [email protected] www.chapelhillmuseum.com 902-275-2496 sandypointlighthouse.weebly.com June 15–Sept 5 • ; [email protected] Year-round • ;@ Shag Harbour UFO Centre www.amicusgallery.ca Shelburne County Archives & 5615 Highway 3 Media: Multiple media • Year-round • W Genealogical Society 902-723-0127 Jim Smith – Fine Studio Pottery 168 Water Street [email protected] Duke Street, at the corner of Water Street 902-875-4299 www.shagharbourincident.com 902-275-3272 [email protected] Admission: $ • June 15–Sept 30 •W@ [email protected] nsgna.ednet.ns.ca/shelburne www.jimsmithstudio.ca Admission: $ • Year-round GALLERIES, SHOPS, Open Studio Artisan Shelburne County Museumv ARTISTS & ARTISANS Media: Clay • June 1–Sept 30 • ; 20 Dock Street Linens for Life 902-875-3219 These listings identify some of the artisans in 3366 Highway 3 [email protected] the region and some galleries and shops whose 902-275-1484 www.shelburnemuseums.com products are primarily made in Nova Scotia. [email protected] Admission: $ • Year-round • ;@ “Open Studio” designation identifies artisans www.linensforlife.com who open their personal studios to the public so Open Studio Artisan BIRCHTOWN you can watch them work. Media: Fibre • Year-round • W PROSPECT BIG TANCOOK ISLAND Marlien Suermondt Art Wishing Stones Studio & Gallery 180 Noonan Drive 902-980-2655 902-852-3868 [email protected] Attractions / Galleries, Shops, Artists & Artisans Artists & Shops, Attractions / Galleries, [email protected] Media: Glass, photography Open Studio Artisan May 15–Oct 15 • ; Media: Paintings & prints, photography Year-round MAHONE BAY Black Loyalist Heritage Sitev Amos Pewter 119 Old Birchtown Road Suezan Aikins Paintings & Prints 589 Main Street 902-875-1310, 888-354-0772 26 Cove Road 800-565-3369 [email protected] 902-852-3154 [email protected] [email protected] South Shore www.blackloyalist.com www.amospewter.com www.suezan-aikins.com Admission: $ • June 1–Oct 15 •W@ Open Studio Artisan Media: Paintings & prints • May 1–Dec 5 • W BARRINGTON Media: Metal • Year-round PEGGY’S COVE Barrington Woolen Mill Museumv Seamist Studio 2368 Highway 3 Amos Pewter 504 Main Street 902-637-2185 162 Peggy’s Point Road 902-531-3112 [email protected] 800-565-3369 [email protected] [email protected] www.capesablehistoricalsociety.com www.seamiststudio.com www.amospewter.com Admission: $ • June 1–Sept 30 •W Open Studio Artisan Open Studio Artisan Media: Leather, stone & bone • Year-round Cape Sable Historical Society Media: Metal • May 4–Oct 31 Archives and Genealogical Centre Spruce Top Rug Hooking Studio 2401 Highway 3 deGarthe Gallery 255 Main Street 109 Peggy’s Point Road 902-637-2185 902-624-9312, 888-RUG-HOOK 902-823-2256 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.capesablehistoricalsociety.com www.sprucetoprughookingstudio.com Media: Paintings & prints Admission: $ • June 1–Sept 30 •W@ Open Studio Artisan May 17–Oct 20 • W Media: Fibre • Year-round Old Meeting Housev 2408 Highway 3 Hags on the Hill 173 Peggy’s Point Road 902-637-2185 902-821-4247

NovaScotia.com [email protected] [email protected] www.capesablehistoricalsociety.com Media: Multiple media • June 1–Oct 30 •; Admission: $ • June 1–Sept 30 •W MIDDLE NEW CORNWALL NEW GERMANY MERSEY POINT Van Fancy Oars & Paddles Village Glassworks Roger Savage Studio 53 2790 Cornwall Road 4928 Highway 10 611 Shore Road 902-624-0275 902-644-3185 902-354-5431 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.fancyoars-paddles.com www.villageglassworks.ca www.rogersavage.ca Media: Wood • Year-round Media: Glass • Apr 1–Dec 24 • ; Media: Paintings & prints • Year-round LUNENBURG WEST LAHAVE PORT MOUTON Cranston Gallery Henriette’s Fibre Art Studio Coastal Queens Place 251 Lincoln Street 2142 Highway 331 8100 Highway 3 613-393-3900 902-693-2102 902-947-3140 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.cranstongallery.com Open Studio Artisan Media: Multiple media • May 21–Dec 23 Media: Metal, paintings & prints Media: Fibre • May 1–Oct 30 Kellough Art Studio Year-round • W LAHAVE 8100 Highway 3 Fiore Botanica Natural Skin Care Child at Heart 902-683-2812 255 Lincoln Street 3434 Highway 331 [email protected] 902-634-9451, 844-805-5444 902-688-1870 Media: Paintings & prints • May 1–Dec 15 [email protected] [email protected] Port Mouton Coastal Gallery www.fiorebotanica.com Media: Books & cards, wood 8100 Highway 3 Media: Soaps & lotions • Year-round June 16–Sept 20 • W 902-947-3140 Laurie Swim Gallery James Middleton Studio & Gallery Media: Paintings & prints • May 21–Dec 23 138 Lincoln Street 8 Fort Point Road SHELBURNE 902-640-2220, 877-272-2220 902-693-2093 Charlotte Lane Cafe & Gift Shop [email protected] [email protected] 13 Charlotte Lane www.laurieswim.com www.jamesmiddleton.ca 902-875-3314 Media: Books & cards, fibre • May 1–Oct 31 Media: Paintings & prints • Year-round • ; [email protected] Nova Terra Cotta Pottery Paul Kelley Studio (Advent Art) www.charlottelane.ca/gifts 10 Dufferin Street 3434 Highway 331 Media: Multiple media • May 9–Dec 19 902-634-8902 902-693-3400 Tottie’s Crafts [email protected] [email protected] 24 Dock Street www.joanbruneau.com www.paulkelley.ca 902-875-2584 Open Studio Artisan Media: Paintings & prints • Year-round Media: Multiple media Media: Clay, paintings & prints Westcote Bell Pottery June 1–Sept 30 • W May 1–Dec 24 • ; 3447 Highway 331 BARRINGTON PASSAGE Peer Gallery 902-693-2042 167 Lincoln Street [email protected] Clifton Sears Sculptures 902-640-3131 www.westcotebellpottery.com 55 Highway 330, Unit 12 [email protected] Open Studio Artisan 902-635-0042 [email protected] www.peer-gallery.com Media: Clay, paintings & prints www.cliftonsears.ca Media: Multiple media • Apr 10–Dec 21 • ; Year-round • W Media: Multiple media • Year-round • ; Power House Art Gallery and Studio DUBLIN SHORE 129 Lincoln Street Kas Stone Photographic Art CRAFT BEVERAGES 902-640-3363 3982 Highway 331 [email protected] 902-523-5300 & SPECIALTY FOODS www.powerhouseartists.com [email protected] This category includes Wineries, Breweries, Brew Artisans / Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods Artists & Shops, Galleries, Open Studio Artisan www.kasstone.ca Pubs, Cideries and Distilleries, Specialty Food Media: Paintings & prints, stone & bone Media: Photography • June 1–Sept 30 • ; Shops, Taste of NS Experiences and On-site May 1–Dec 31 • ; PETITE RIVIÈRE Producers recognized by their applicable provincial associations. BLUE ROCKS Maritime Painted Saltbox Blue Hog Gallery 265 Petite Rivière Road UPPER TANTALLON 1241 Blue Rocks Road 902-693-1544, 877-624-4513 Acadian Maple Products 902-640-2263 [email protected] 13578 Peggy’s Cove Road South Shore [email protected] www.paintedsaltbox.com [email protected] www.bluehoggallery.com Media: Paintings & prints, wood • Year-round www.acadianmaple.com Media: Paintings & prints, photography Specialty Food • Jan 3–Dec 24 • W May 24–Nov 3 • W BROOKLYN Cosby’s Garden Centre: CHESTER BASIN KINGSBURG Concrete Creations Tanner & Co. Brewing Wavewood Designs 4122 Highway 3 50 Angus Hiltz Road 90 Kingsburg Road 902-354-2133 [email protected] 902-764-2255 [email protected] www.tannerbrewing.ca [email protected] www.concretecreations.info Traditional-style beers with a new flair. Our misnerb.wixsite.com/wavewooddesigns Media: Concrete • Year-round goal is to produce beer that can be enjoyed by Media: Multiple media • July 1–Nov 1 • ; LIVERPOOL anyone. Our focus is to make beer for people STANLEY SECTION Snug Harbour Books & Gourmet who like something unique and interesting. The Wool Room at Aspen Grove Farm 27 Bristol Avenue, at Lane’s Privateer Inn Brewery • Year-round 756 Tompkin Road 902-354-3456, 800-794-3332 Tipping Point Distillers 902-523-3822 [email protected] 5478 Highway 3 [email protected] www.lanesprivateerinn.com 902-414-4143 www.aspengrovesheep.com/shop Media: Multiple media • Year-round • W [email protected] Media: Fibre • Year-round • W www.tippingpointdistillers.com Distillery • Year-round •; NovaScotia.com NEW ROSS SHELBURNE NEW ROSS 5454 Bulwark Craft Ciders Boxing Rock Brewing Company Peasant’s Pantry & Muwin Estate Wines 78 Ohio Road 4491 Highway 12 7155 Highway 12 902-494-9233 902-365-5964 902-681-1545 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.boxingrock.ca www.peasantspantry.ca www.muwinestate.com Brewery • Year-round Type: Informal Cidery, winery • Year-round •; Specialty: Canadian, gluten-free MAHONE BAY RESTAURANTS Year-round Saltbox Brewing Company For more extensive information, pick up a WESTERN SHORE 363 Main Street copy of the Restaurant Association of Nova La Vista Restaurant, 902-624-0653 Scotia’s DiNE or Taste of Nova Scotia’s Culinary at Oak Island Resort [email protected] Guide. Also visit dinenovascotia.ca and 36 Treasure Drive www.saltboxbrewingcompany.ca tasteofnovascotia.com. See page 2 for a key to 902-627-4331, 800-565-5075 Brewery, cidery • Year-round • W@ the symbols and codes. [email protected] www.oakislandresort.ca/dining/la-vista The Tea Brewery PEGGY’S COVE Type: Fine dining, informal 503 Main Street Sou’Wester Gift & Restaurant 902-624-0566 Specialty: Canadian 178 Peggy’s Point Road Licensed • Year-round [email protected] 902-823-2561 www.teabrewery.com [email protected] MAHONE BAY Specialty food • Year-round www.peggys-cove.com Mateus Bistro BLOCKHOUSE Type: Family dining, informal 533 Main Street Boulangerie la Vendéenne Specialty: Canadian, seafood 902-531-3711 500 Highway 325 Licensed • Year-round • W@ www.mateusbistro.ca/menus.html Type: Gourmet, informal 902-531-3090 INDIAN HARBOUR [email protected] Specialty: European, Middle Eastern rhubarb restaurant Licensed • Year-round Specialty food • Year-round 8650 Peggy’s Cove Road NEWBURNE 902-821-3013 Rebecca’s Restaurant Lunenburg County Winery [email protected] 249 Edgewater Street 902-531-3313 813 Walburne Road www.rhubarbrestaurant.ca 902-644-2415 Type: Family dining, informal www.rebeccas-restaurant.ca [email protected] Specialty: Pizza/burgers, seafood Type: Informal Specialty: Seafood, vegetarian www.canada-wine.com/winery.html Licensed • Year-round Licensed • Jan 16–Dec 31 • W@ Specialty food, winery • May 1–Dec 15 HUBBARDS The Barn Coffee & Social House LUNENBURG Shore Club Lobster Suppers 458 Main Street 250 Shore Club Road 902-531-2499 Ironworks Distillery [email protected] 2 Kempt Street 902-857-9555 www.thebarncoffee.com 902-640-2424 [email protected] Type: Cafe/tea room [email protected] www.shoreclub.ca Year-round www.ironworksdistillery.com/company Type: Family dining Specialty: Seafood, steaks Distillery • Year-round • W Licensed • May 10–Oct 11 • W@ The Biscuit Eater Café 16 Orchard Street Shipwright Brewing Trellis Café 902-624-2665 82 Montague Street 22 Highway 3 www.thebiscuiteater.com 902-634-3300 902-857-1188 Type: Cafe/tea room, informal www.shipwrightbrewing.com [email protected] Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods / Restaurants Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods Specialty: Sandwiches, desserts Brewery • Year-round • N www.trelliscafe.com The aroma of bread baking and freshly ground Year-round BRIDGEWATER organic Fair Trade coffee brewing. Fresh fish LUNENBURG FirkinStein Brewing daily. Sunny patio, local artwork. Brunches and Beach Pea Kitchen & Bar 673 King Street live entertainment on weekends. 902-530-5400 128 Montague Street Type: Family dining, lounge 902-640-3474 [email protected] Specialty: Canadian, seafood www.beachpeakitchen.com Brewery • Year-round Licensed • Mar 1–Dec 31 • W Specialty: Seafood South Shore King Street Beer Company CHESTER Year-round • N 463 King Street Kiwi Café 902-541-4757 Grand Banker Seafood Bar & Grill 19 Pleasant Street [email protected] 82 Montague Street 902-275-1492 www.kingstreetbeer.ca 902-634-3300, 800-360-1181 [email protected] [email protected] Brewery • Year-round • W Type: Cafe/tea room, gourmet www.grandbanker.com PETITE RIVIÈRE Specialty: Sandwiches, desserts Type: Family dining, pub Specialty: Seafood Petite Rivière Vineyards Licensed • Year-round • W@ Licensed • Year-round 1300 Italy Cross Road Rope Loft Restaurant & Marina Lincoln Street Food 902-693-3033 36 Water Street 200 Lincoln Street [email protected] 902-275-3430 902-640-3002 www.petiterivierevineyards.ca [email protected] [email protected] Winery • Apr 1–Dec 23 •;@ www.ropeloft.com www.lincolnstreetfood.ca LIVERPOOL Oceanfront dining overlooking Chester’s Front Type: Informal Hell Bay Brewing Co. Harbour. Enjoy a wonderful selection of fresh Licensed • May 1–Dec 31 38 Legion Street seafood and local craft beverages on tap. By 902-356-3556 land or sea, it’s the best place to be. [email protected] Type: Family dining, informal www.hellbaybrewing.com Specialty: Canadian, seafood NovaScotia.com Brewery • Year-round Licensed • Apr 16–Nov 1 • ;@ Old Fish Factory Restaurant BARRINGTON PASSAGE HUBBARDS & Ice House Bar Capt. Kat’s Lobster Shack Bishop Park 55 68 Bluenose Drive, 2nd floor 3723 Highway 3 15 Shore Club Road 902-634-3333, 800-533-9336 902-637-3728 Category: Parks • Year-round • W [email protected] www.captkatslobstershack.weebly.com Freewheeling Adventures www.oldfishfactory.com Type: Family dining, informal Specialty: Seafood 2118 Route 329 Type: Family dining, informal Year-round Specialty: Fish and chips, seafood 902-857-3600, 800-672-0775 Licensed • Year-round • W ;@ [email protected] OUTDOORS www.freewheeling.ca Salt Shaker Deli These listings feature public parks, recreation Category: Equipment Rentals {K} 124 Montague Street and nature-based activities. Many are season- Year-round 902-640-3434 specific and/or weather-dependent so please Hubbards Cove Rentals [email protected] confirm when booking. See Tours section for 204 B Highway 329 www.saltshakerdeli.com information about outdoor experiences offered 902-452-3751 Type: Family dining, gourmet by tour operators. Specialty: Canadian, seafood [email protected] Licensed • Year-round • W@ HATCHET LAKE www.hubbardscoverentals.ca Indian Lake Golf Course Category: Equipment Rentals • Year-round The South Shore Fish Shack 199 Old Coach Road 108 Montague Street Hubbards Provincial Parkv 902-876-8844 9 Yacht Club Road 902-643-3232 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.indianlakegolfcourse.ca www.southshorefishshack.com parks.novascotia.ca/content/hubbards Category: Golf Courses • Seasonal Type: Family dining, informal Category: Parks • May–Oct Specialty: Fish and chips, seafood PROSPECT BAYSWATER Licensed • May 24–Oct 10 • W@ East Coast Outfitters Bayswater Beach Provincial Parkv LIVERPOOL 2017 Lower Prospect Road 4015 Highway 329 902-852-2567, 877-852-2567 [email protected] Lane’s Privateer Inn [email protected] 27 Bristol Avenue parks.novascotia.ca/content/bayswater-beach www.eastcoastoutfitters.com Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches 902-354-3456, 800-794-3332 Category: Equipment Rentals } [email protected] May–Oct May 1–Oct 31 • W; www.lanesprivateerinn.com EAST RIVER Specializing in seafood, sandwiches, steaks, BAYSIDE East River Provincial Parkv breads & desserts. Extensive wine and cocktail Granite Springs Golf Club 2177 Highway 3 list and craft beer on tap. Patio dining. Books 4441 Prospect Road [email protected] and gifts, bakery, espresso bar on-site. 902-852-4653 parks.novascotia.ca/content/east-river Type: Cafe/tea room, pub [email protected] Category: Parks • May–Oct www.granitespringsgolf.com Specialty: Canadian, fish and chips EAST CHESTER Licensed • Year-round • W@ Category: Golf Courses • May 1–Oct 31 • W Graves Island Provincial Parkv WHITE POINT TANTALLON 230 Graves Island Road Elliot’s Dining Room Shining Waters Marine [email protected] at White Point Beach Resort 148 Nautical Way parks.novascotia.ca/content/graves-island 75 White Point Beach Resort Road 902-826-3625 Category: Parks • May–Oct • W 902-354-2711 ext 383, 800-565-5068 [email protected] CHESTER [email protected] www.shiningwaters.ca www.whitepoint.com/dining Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs Chester Golf Club Type: Informal, lounge Year-round • W 222 Golf Course Road 902-275-4543 Restaurants / Outdoors Specialty: Canadian, seafood UPPER TANTALLON Licensed • May 15–Oct 30 • W@ [email protected] Jerry Lawrence Provincial Parkv www.chestergolfclub.ca SUMMERVILLE CENTRE 4775 St. Margaret’s Bay Road Category: Golf Courses • May 1–Oct 31 Quarterdeck Beachside Villas & Grill [email protected] Chester Yacht Club 7499 Route 3 parks.novascotia.ca/content/jerry-lawrence 21 South Street 902-683-2998, 800-565-1119 Category: Parks • May–Oct • W 902-275-3747 [email protected] Train Station Bike & Bean www.chesteryachtclub.ca www.quarterdeck.ca/qd-grill South Shore 5401 St Margaret’s Bay Road Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs Type: Informal Specialty: Canadian, seafood 902-820-3400 Seasonal • W Licensed • Mar 9–Jan 1 • ;@ [email protected] SHELBURNE www.bikeandbean.ca Discovery Sailing 902-275-8377 Charlotte Lane Category: Equipment Rentals K Year-round • W [email protected] 13 Charlotte Lane www.discoverysailing.com 902-875-3314 QUEENSLAND Category: Learn-to-Sail Vacations [email protected] Cleveland Beach Provincial Parkv June 1–Sept 30 www.charlottelane.ca 8878 St. Margaret’s Bay Road Splendid local seafood, inventive pastas, [email protected] Rope Loft Marina seasonal salads, delectable Swiss specialties, parks.novascotia.ca/content/cleveland-beach 36 Water Street 902-275-3430 and mouth-watering desserts. Local and Category: Parks • May–Oct imported wines, craft brews, and fine spirits. [email protected] Type: Fine dining, gourmet Queensland Beach Provincial Parkv www.ropeloft.com Specialty: European, gluten-free 9600 Highway 3 Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs Licensed • May 9–Dec 19 [email protected] Apr 16–Nov 1 • ; parks.novascotia.ca/content/queensland- beach Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches May–Oct NovaScotia.com The Kayak Shack Rhumb Line Bicycle Shop PORT MEDWAY 5656 89 Water Street / 106 Duke Street 151 Montague Street Port Medway Lighthouse Park 902-221-2298 902-521-6115 1687 Port Medway Road [email protected] [email protected] www.regionofqueens.com/visit/experience www.kayakshack.ca www.lunenburgbikeshop.com Category: Parks • Year-round • ; Category: Sailing Instruction; Equipment Category: Equipment Rentals K Rentals {K} • May 15–Oct 15 Year-round BEACH MEADOWS Beach Meadows Beach Park CHESTER BASIN Spartan Ocean Racing & Training Beach Meadows Beach Road Gold River Marina 26 Duke Street www.regionofqueens.com/experience 242 Demont Road 902-634-3536, 844-864-2434 Category: Parks • Year-round • ; 902-275-1322 [email protected] [email protected] www.spartanoceanracing.com BROOKLYN www.goldrivermarina.com Category: Sailing Instruction Brooklyn Marina Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs Year-round 100 Shore Road Apr 1–Nov 1 902-354-4028 Trot in Time Buggy Rides brooklynmarina2015.wordpress.com 62 Bluenose Drive SHERWOOD Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs 902-634-8917 Card Lake Provincial Parkv May 1–Oct 31 • ; 3895 Highway 14 [email protected] [email protected] www.trotintime.ca LIVERPOOL parks.novascotia.ca/content/card-lake Category: Buggy Rides Peter Lavender Fishing Guide Services Category: Parks • May–Oct May 15–Oct 15 • ; 15 Mersey Avenue BLUE ROCKS 902-354-5870 Sherwood Golf & Country Club [email protected] 500 Sherwood Road Pleasant Paddling www.peterlavender.ca 245 The Point Road 902-275-4956 Category: Fishing Guides • Year-round [email protected] 902-541-9233 www.eden.travel/sherwood [email protected] MILTON Category: Golf Courses • Apr 26–Oct 31 www.pleasantpaddling.com Pine Grove Park WESTERN SHORE Category: Equipment Rentals } [email protected] May 1–Sept 30 www.regionofqueens.com/visit/experience The Marina at Oak Island Resort Category: Parks • Year-round • W & Conference Centre PINE GROVE 36 Treasure Drive Osprey Ridge Golf Club GREENFIELD 902-627-2600, 800-565-5075 492 Harold Whynot Road Greenfield Veterans Memorial Park [email protected] 902-543-6666 Highway 210 www.oakislandresort.ca/activities/marina [email protected] Category: Parks • Year-round • ; Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs; Equipment www.ospreyridge.ca SOUTH BROOKFIELD }f• Category: Golf Courses • May 1–Oct 31 • W Rentals May 15–Oct 15 Camerons Brook Provincial Parkv MAHONE BAY COOKVILLE 7900 Highway 8 Sail Mahone Bay Cookville Provincial Parkv [email protected] 189 Hirtle Cove Road 1119 Highway 10 parks.novascotia.ca/content/camerons-brook 902-624-8864 [email protected] Category: Parks • May–Oct [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/cookville MIDDLEFIELD Category: Parks • May–Oct Category: Learn-to-Sail Vacations Ten Mile Lake Provincial Parkv • ; June 15–Oct 1 CONQUERALL MILLS 3933 Highway 8 Sweet Ride Cycling Fancy Lake Provincial Parkv [email protected] 523 Main Street 854 Conquerall Mills Road parks.novascotia.ca/content/ten-mile-lake Outdoors 902-531-3026 [email protected] Category: Parks • May–Oct [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/fancy-lake MAITLAND BRIDGE www.sweetridecycling.com Category: Parks • May–Oct Category: Equipment Rentals K Kejimkujik National Park and DUBLIN SHORE National Historic SiteP Year-round Cape LaHave Adventures 3005 Main Parkway SECOND PENINSULA 90 Bells Cove Road 902-682-2772, 888-773-8888 Second Peninsula Provincial Parkv 902-693-2023, 877-413-1935 [email protected]

South Shore 781 Second Peninsula Road [email protected] www.parkscanada.gc.ca/kejimkujik [email protected] www.capelahaveadventures.ca Category: National Parks • May 15–Oct 12 parks.novascotia.ca/content/second-peninsula Category: Equipment Rentals } WHITE POINT Category: Parks • May–Oct May 1–Oct 15 Rossignol Surf Shop LUNENBURG CRESCENT BEACH White Point Beach Resort Bluenose Golf Club Rissers Beach Provincial Parkv 902-350-6053 18 Cove Road 5366 Highway 331 [email protected] 902-634-4260 [email protected] www.rossignolsurfshop.com [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/rissers-beach Category: Surfing; Equipment Rentals } www.bluenosegolfclub.com Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches June 24–Sept 30 Category: Golf Courses • May 1–Oct 31 May–Oct • ; Vinal Smith – Fishing Guide Lunenburg Waterfront Marina PETITE RIVIÈRE 5 Rose Lane, White Point 902-521-3012 Swell Time Board Co. 902-356-2498 [email protected] 902-521-3397 [email protected] www.developns.ca/marinas [email protected] www.vinalsmith.com Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs www.swelltimeboard.co Category: Fishing Guide May 1–Oct 31 • W Category: Surfing; Equipment Rentals Apr 15–Oct 30 • ; Year-round NovaScotia.com White Point Golf Club BARRINGTON LUNENBURG TO HALIFAX 75 White Point Beach Resort Road Wild Axe Productions Rum Runners Trail 119 km 57 902-683-2485, 800-565-5068 5 Petticoat Lane Dufferin Street [email protected] 902-637-7609 [email protected] www.whitepoint.com/white-point-golf-club [email protected] www.rumrunnerstrail.ca Category: Golf Courses • May 15–Oct 31 www.wildaxe.com Year-round SUMMERVILLE CENTRE Category: Novelty Activities LUNENBURG June 15–Oct 30 • ; Summerville Beach Provincial Parkv Bay to Bay Trail 10 km 7533 Highway 3 CAPE SABLE ISLAND (part of Rum Runners Trail) [email protected] The Hawk Beach Lunenburg to Mahone Bay, parks.novascotia.ca/content/summerville-beach 902-637-2015 Maple Avenue Category: Parks • May–Oct [email protected] www.rumrunnerstrail.ca PORT JOLI www.barringtonmunicipality.com Trail Uses: YK>LSsy Kejimkujik National Park SeasideP Category: Parks • Year-round Year-round • W 1188 St Catherine’s River Road FELTZEN SOUTH 902-682-2772, 888-773-8888 TRAILS Ovens Natural Park Sea Cave Trail [email protected] Although used primarily as walking and hiking 326 Ovens Road 1.5 km www.parkscanada.gc.ca/keji-seaside trails, Nova Scotia’s trails may also be used [email protected] Category: National Parks for other activities, which are identified by the www.ovenspark.com May 15–Oct 12 • ; symbols shown. Most trails are available for Trail Uses: Y'L • May 15–Oct 12 • ; EAST PORT L’HÉBERT use year-round, but in winter may not provide NEW GERMANY maintenance or parking; use discretion. Port l’Hebert Provincial Parkv South Shore/Annapolis Valley Trails 11183 Highway 103 HUBLEY New Germany to Bridgetown 122 km [email protected] St. Margaret’s Bay Trail 33 km and to Hwy 208, Queens County, parks.novascotia.ca/content/port-l’hebert (part of Rum Runners Trail) Goose Chase Road Category: Parks • May–Oct 4268 St Margarets Bay Road www.modl.ca/recreation/parks-trails/ Thomas Raddall Provincial Parkv [email protected] municipal-trails 529 Raddall Park Road www.stmargaretsbaytrails.com Trail Uses: YK>LSsy [email protected] Trail Uses: YK>LSsy Seasonal • ; parks.novascotia.ca/content/thomas-raddall Year-round • W DAYSPRING Category: Parks • May–Oct • W HUBBARDS Miller Point Peace Park 3 km SABLE RIVER Aspotogan Trail 11 km 13905 Highway 3 Sable River Provincial Parkv (part of Rum Runners Trail) trails.gov.ns.ca/shareduse/l008.html 140 West Sable River Road 115 Highway 3 Trail Uses: KLSy • Seasonal • W [email protected] [email protected] Municipal Activity 10 km parks.novascotia.ca/content/sable-river www.rumrunnerstrail.ca & Recreation Complex Category: Parks • May–Oct Trail Uses: YK>LSsy 33 Leary Fraser Road Year-round • ; SHELBURNE trails.gov.ns.ca/shareduse/l006.html YKLSy • ; Sea Dog Kayak & Bike Rentals EAST RIVER Trail Uses: • Year-round 1 Dock Street BRIDGEWATER 902-875-1131 Adventure Trail 15 km [email protected] Bridgewater to Mahone Bay, innerharborinn.com Glen Allan Drive Category: Equipment Rentals K} www.modl.ca/recreation/parks-trails/ Year-round municipal-trails Outdoors / Trails Shelburne Harbour Yacht Club Trail Uses: YK>LSsy 107 Water Street Year-round • W 902-875-4757 Castle Rock 4.5 km Bull Run Trail 27 km [email protected] 7846 Highway 329 (parking) Bridgewater to Queens County, www.shyc.ca [email protected] 5 William Wile Road Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs www.tourismchester.ca/experience/castle- www.lunenburgregion.ca/index.php/ May 15–Oct 15 • W rock-club entries/thing-to-do/bull-run-trail REID’S HILL Trail Uses: YK>Ly • Year-round Trail Uses: YK>LSsy South Shore Year-round • W The Islands Provincial Parkv MARTIN’S RIVER 183 Islands Park Road Chester Connection Trail 46 km LIVERPOOL [email protected] (part of Rum Runners Trail) Trestle Trail 3.5 km parks.novascotia.ca/content/islands near 24 Shingle Mill Road 159 Bristol Avenue Category: Parks • May–Oct • W [email protected] [email protected] CLYDE RIVER www.rumrunnerstrail.ca www.regionofqueens.com/visit/ Trail Uses: YK>LSsy experience/active River Hills Golf & Country Club Year-round Trail Uses: YKLSy • Year-round • W 310 Port Clyde Road 902-637-2415 MAHONE BAY MAITLAND BRIDGE www.riverhillsgolf.ca Dynamite Trail 10 km Kejimkujik National Park and Category: Golf Courses • Mar 1–Oct 31 • W (part of Rum Runners Trail) National Historic SiteP VILLAGEDALE Mahone Bay to Martin’s River, 3005 Main Parkway Wye Street [email protected] v Sand Hills Beach Provincial Park www.rumrunnerstrail.ca www.parkscanada.gc.ca/kejimkujik 28 Sand Hills Beach Park Road Trail Uses: YK>LSsy May 15–Oct 12 [email protected] Year-round • W parks.novascotia.ca/content/sand-hills-beach Beech Grove Trail 2 km Category: Parks • May–Oct T. Ernst Forest Products Trail 23 km Trail Uses: YL 2373 Woodstock Road Farmlands 1 km Trail Uses: YKLSy Trail Uses: YL NovaScotia.com Year-round Flowing Waters Trail 1 km Sherose Island Nature Trail 2 km Sail Mahone Bay 5858 Trail Uses: YL 12 Park Lane, Barrington Arena 189 Hirtle Cove Road, Mahone Bay www.barringtonmunicipality.com/visiting- Gold Mines Trail 3 km 902-624-8864 us/trails Trail Uses: YL [email protected] Trail Uses: YKL• Year-round • ; Tour Types: Yb • June 15–Oct 1 • ; Grafton Woods 3 km WOODS HARBOUR Trail Uses: YL Salty Dog Tours Woods Harbour Trail 1.5 km 36 Treasure Drive, Western Shore Hemlocks and Hardwoods Trail 5 km Woods Harbour Station Road 902-300-4108 Trail Uses: YL www.barringtonmunicipality.com/visiting- [email protected] Jakes Landing to Merrymakedge 3 km us/trails www.saltydogtours.com Beach Trail Uses: YK>L • Year-round • ; Tour Types: Yt • May 15–Nov 15 • W Trail Uses: YKL Spartan Ocean Racing & Training Mersey River 3.5 km TOURS 26 Duke Street, Lunenburg Trail Uses: YKL The colour-coded Tour Locations indicate that 902-634-3536, 844-864-2434 these tours are offered in at least one other [email protected] Mill Falls 2 km region. Otherwise, the tours listed here take www.spartanoceanracing.com Trail Uses: YL place entirely within this region. See page 2 for a Tour Types: b • Year-round Peter Point Trail 4 km key to tour types. Wild Island Adventures Trail Uses: YKL KEY TO TOUR LOCATIONS: 65 Lawrence Street, Lunenburg Rogers Brook 1 km u Halifax 902-579-1730 Trail Uses: YL u South Shore [email protected] www.sailwildislands.com u Yarmouth & Acadian Shores Slapfoot Trail 3 km Tour Locations: uuu YKL u Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley Trail Uses: Tour Types: Ybw • June 16–Sept 15 u Northumberland Shore Snake Lake Trail 3 km MULTI-ACTIVITY ADVENTURE Trail Uses: YL u Cape Breton u Eastern Shore Liverpool Adventure Outfitters PORT JOLI 4003 Sandy Cove Road (Highway 3), Harbour Rocks Trail – 6.5 km BOAT TOURS & CHARTERS Liverpool Kejimkujik SeasideP Bluenose II 902-354-2702 1188 St Catherine’s River Road 121 Bluenose Drive, Lunenburg [email protected] [email protected] 855-640-3177 www.liverpooladventureoutfitters.com www.parkscanada.gc.ca/keji-seaside [email protected] Tour Types: {K}• May 15–Oct 15 •. bluenose.novascotia.ca Trail Uses: YL • May 15–Oct 12 • ; MULTI-DAY TOURS Tour Locations: uuuuuuu Port Joli Head Trail – 8.5 km Tour Types: b • June 1–Sept 30 • W Aberdeen Bus Tours & Charters Kejimkujik SeasideP 22 Rachel Avenue, White’s Lake 1188 St Catherine’s River Road Four Winds Charters 902-850-3377, 866-831-2277 [email protected] Various departure points, Boutilier’s Point [email protected] www.parkscanada.gc.ca/keji-seaside 902-826-2562 www.aberdeenbustours.ca Trail Uses: YL• May 15–Oct 12 [email protected] Tour Locations: uuuuuu SABLE RIVER www.fourwindscharters.com Year-round Tour Types: Ytf • May 31–Oct 31 • ; Tom Tigney & Foot Bridge 3.5 km NATURE & WILDLIFE Walking Trails LaHave River Boat Tours Open Top Tours of Nova Scotia near East Sable Road 233 LaHave Street, Bridgewater Hubley trails.gov.ns.ca/shareduse/s005.html 902-541-0889 902-499-6674 Trail Uses: YK>LSy [email protected] [email protected] Trails / Tours Trails Year-round www.lahaveriverboattours.com www.opentoptours.ca Tour Types: Ytb • May 30–Oct 28 LOCKEPORT Tour Locations: uuuuuuu Lockeport Walking Trail 4 km Lunenburg Heritage Fishing Tours Tour Types: t • Year-round 157 Locke Street Fisheries Museum wharf, Lunenburg Peter Lavender Fishing Guide Services [email protected] 902-640-3535, 877-386-3535 15 Mersey Avenue, Liverpool www.lockeport.ns.ca/index.php/ [email protected] 902-354-5870 recreation-culture/crescent-beach-centre www.boattour.ca [email protected] Tour Types: Ytf

South Shore Trail Uses: YKL • Year-round • W; www.peterlavender.ca May 20–Sept 30 • ; JORDAN FALLS Tour Types: Yf • Year-round Jordan River Trail 3 km Lunenburg Ocean Adventures Sam’s Woodland Tours 146 Haydens Road Fisheries Museum wharf, Lunenburg 3737 Upper Branch Road, Upper Branch trails.gov.ns.ca/shareduse/s006.html 902-521-0251 902-523-5444 Trail Uses: YKLSy • Year-round [email protected] [email protected] www.lunenburgoceanadventures.com BIRCHTOWN www.samswoodlandtours.com Tour Types: YDtf Tour Types: L • Year-round Black Loyalist Heritage Trail 1.5 km May 1–Oct 31 • ; •. 119 Old Birchtown Road Vinal Smith – Fishing Guide [email protected] Peggy’s Cove Boat Tours 5 Rose Lane, White Point www.blackloyalist.com Government Wharf, Peggy’s Cove 902-356-2498 Trail Uses: YKLSy• Year-round • ; 902-541-9177 [email protected] [email protected] BARRINGTON PASSAGE www.vinalsmith.com www.peggyscoveboattours.com Tour Types: Ytf • Apr 15–Oct 30 • ; Barrington Bay Trail 2 km Tour Types: Ytf • June 1–Oct 15 • ; Highway 330 Sail Lunenburg Star Charters www.barringtonmunicipality.com/visiting- Fisheries Museum wharf, Lunenburg us/trails 902-634-3535, 877-247-7075 Trail Uses: YK>L • Year-round • ; [email protected] www.novascotiasailing.com NovaScotia.com Tour Types: Ytb May 20–Sept 19 • ; OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Pleasant Paddling SIGHTSEEING & DAY TOURS Candlebox Kayaking 245 The Point Road, Blue Rocks Aberdeen Bus Tours & Charters 59 Shelburne Harbour Yacht Club 902-541-9233 22 Rachel Avenue, White’s Lake and Marina, Shelburne [email protected] 902-850-3377, 866-831-2277 902-637-7115 www.pleasantpaddling.com [email protected] [email protected] Tour Types: Y} • May 1–Sept 30 www.aberdeenbustours.ca www.candleboxkayaking.com Rhumb Line Bicycle Shop Tour Locations: uuuuuu Tour Types: Y} • May 1–Oct 31 • W. 151 Montague Street, Lunenburg Year-round Cape LaHave Adventures 902-521-6115 Lunenburg Walking Tours 90 Bells Cove Road, Dublin Shore [email protected] 97 Kaulbach Street, 201B, Lunenburg 902-693-2023, 877-413-1935 www.lunenburgbikeshop.com 902-521-6867 [email protected] Tour Types: K • Year-round [email protected] www.capelahaveadventures.ca Rossignol Surf Shop www.lunenburgwalkingtours.com Tour Types: Y{} • May 1–Oct 15 •. White Point Beach Resort, White Point June 1–Oct 30 East Coast Outfitters 902-350-6053 Open Top Tours of Nova Scotia 2017 Lower Prospect Road, Prospect [email protected] Hubley 902-852-2567, 877-852-2567 www.rossignolsurfshop.com 902-499-6674 [email protected] Tour Types: } • June 24–Sept 30 [email protected] www.eastcoastoutfitters.com Swell Time Board Co. www.opentoptours.ca Tour Locations: uu Petite Rivière Tour Locations: uuuuuuu Tour Types: Y{L} 902-521-3397 Year-round May 1–Oct 31 • W; [email protected] Seaweed Tours Lunenburg Paddling Adventours www.swelltimeboard.co 33 Shore Road, Lunenburg and Rentals Year-round 902-529-1052 Highway 332, Back Harbour, Lunenburg The Kayak Shack [email protected] 902-298-8191 89 Water Street / 106 Duke Street, Chester www.seaweedtours.com [email protected] 902-221-2298 May 1–Oct 31 www.lunenburgpaddling.biz [email protected] Trot in Time Buggy Rides Tour Types: } • Year-round www.kayakshack.ca 62 Bluenose Drive, Lunenburg Open Top Tours of Nova Scotia Tour Types: Y{K} • May 15–Oct 15 902-634-8917 Hubley Ukaliq Wilderness Adventures [email protected] 902-499-6674 1006 Highway 10, Cookville www.trotintime.ca [email protected] 902-789-7471 May 15–Oct 15 • ; www.opentoptours.ca [email protected] WALKING TOURS Tour Locations: uuuuuuu www.ukaliq.com Lunenburg Walking Tours Tour Types: t • Year-round Tour Types: |{L}y • Year-round 97 Kaulbach Street, 201B, Lunenburg 902-521-6867 [email protected] www.lunenburgwalkingtours.com June 1–Oct 30

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YARMOUTH & ACADIAN SHORES Yarmouth & Acadian Shores

Cape Forchu Lighthouse NovaScotia.com Where the stars align 63 here’s a bit of magic in Yarmouth & Acadian Shores. It’s quiet and peaceful, yet full of Tadventure. This is where the land meets the sea. Where English and Acadian cultures coexist. And where the darkest skies let the stars shine their brightest. It’s where the food is fresh and local, and the music is too. It’s where everything comes together. It’s where the stars align. Acadian Kitchen Party, Argyler Lodge This region is part of North America’s first starlight Your new favourite songs destination—Acadian Skies and Mi’kmaq Lands—as Music is a cornerstone of our local culture. designated by the International Starlight Foundation. Here you can discover dark skies like nowhere else, Discover Musique de la Baie kitchen parties with brilliant stars from distant galaxies shining July 1 to September 15. Tap your toes to local against the night sky. talent while enjoying a delicious meal. Located within the UNESCO Southwest Nova Biosphere Reserve, this region offers scenic coastal drives, quaint fishing villages, and untouched landscapes. The relaxed atmosphere coupled with the rich local culture allows you to enjoy all that the region has to offer at your own pace. This is a place to Wednesday Trout Point Lodge reset—there is no rush hour, no stress, no worry. This Bamboo Garden 189 Trout Point Road is where you can begin your Nova Scotia experience, Restaurant East Kemptville exploring nature and culture with room to breathe. 157 John Doucette Road 902-761-2142, 6–10pm Mavillette Call ahead to ensure Traditions, music, and food have been more than seating availability preserved here—they flourish. Pick up a phrase from 902-645-2519, 6–8pm Friday our Acadian patois (dialect), check out Musique de Red Cap Restaurant la Baie, or stroll through the Town of Yarmouth’s 1034 Route 335 Les Beaux Vendredis Heritage District and be charmed by unique Middle West Pubnico 3255 Route 1 Belliveau Cove Victorian homes. 902-762-2112, 6–8pm 902-769-8618, 6–8pm We love our culture, and invite you to experience our Thursday Rudders Seafood joie-de-vivre and celebrate with us! La Cuisine Robicheau Restaurant and Brew Pub 9651 Route 1 69 Water Street Saulnierville Yarmouth 902-769-2121, 6–8pm 902-742-7311, 7–10pm

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Acadians are descendants of French settlers Yarmouth & Acadian Shores who arrived in Nova Scotia in the early 1600s. Acadians have maintained their culture, and they love sharing this with visitors. Jump into the joie-de-vivre by sampling Rappie Pie, practicing your French with the locals, and learning how invigorating a “bon tyme” can really be. For more information, visit yarmouthandacadianshores.com and baiesaintemarie.com

Le Village historique acadien, West Pubnico NovaScotia.com 6464 Outdoor adventures The Yarmouth & Acadian Shores region offers intrepid explorers an exciting array of off-the-beaten-path experiences for every fitness level; a list of Yarmouth & Acadian Shores’ outdoor activities starts on page 72.

The Song of the Paddle guided kayak tours, Yarmouth From tours along the historic Yarmouth waterfront to a paddle along the shores of Ellenwood Lake, enjoy discovering this area from a special vantage point— Heritage in Your Hand self-guided tour, Yarmouth on the water! Suitable for beginners, experienced paddlers, and families. Kayaks, paddles, and life jackets Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park, Deerfield are provided (see page 72). Overnight camping, supervised swimming, sensational stargazing, and walking trails make this park the ideal Seaside walking trails await, outdoor escape (see page 69). Cape Forchu Lightstation Enjoy a magnificent ocean view from a past winner of Heritage in Your Hand self-guided tour, Yarmouth “Canada’s Greatest Public Space.” Explore the Leif Erikson Built between 1850 and 1900, beautifully preserved Park trails and look-off points in the 17-acre seaside examples of Queen Anne, Gothic revival, Georgian, park, and finish with visits to the museum, café, and and vernacular architecture are located throughout local craft shop. Pedal your way here—a gentle, rolling Yarmouth. Visit app.townofyarmouth.ca to download ride, only 10 kilometres from Yarmouth (see page 70). the Heritage in Your Hand app for a self-guided tour. It will guide you through Yarmouth’s heritage district Le Petit Bois Interpretive Trail, Church Point with interactive maps, videos, and stories about these Take a self-guided or guided interpretive walk to discover fantastic homes. the Acadian history and natural beauty of the region. Observe local wildlife and unique plants, and learn Port Maitland Beach Provincial Park, about duck and owl habitats. A lighthouse-shaped Port Maitland observatory offers an outdoor deck and equipment for Stroll along this 1-kilometre sand-and-cobble beach sea-bird and seal watching (see page 72). Stop by the or take a dip in the ocean. Pack a lunch to enjoy at Acadian Interpretive Centre in the nearby Rendez-vous the picnic tables overlooking the shore. The nearby de la Baie Visitor Centre and learn about the fascinating wharf and fishing boats are favourites for painters and history of the Acadians in this area (see page 70). photographers (see page 72). Bucket-list cycling, Mavillette Beach Provincial Park and Gran Fondo Baie Sainte-Marie Cape Saint Mary Lighthouse Park Ride in the largest cycling event east of Quebec! Two spectacular outdoor sites within a 5-minute drive! Experience true Acadian hospitality with local music Mavillette is home to a breathtaking 1.5-kilometre along the panoramic coast of St. Mary’s Bay, as you sandy beach, backed by fragile marram grass–covered navigate inland and coastal roads. And after all that, dunes protected by boardwalks. Low tide exposes fresh lobster and live music are your rewards. There are sand flats; then the hot sand warms the water. Yoga, five rides for all skill levels, from 35 to 161 kilometres. kite-flying, and running events and surfboard rentals are September 19–20, 2020. granfondobaiesaintemarie.ca available here. Take the short drive to Cape Saint Mary Lighthouse Park, where dramatic cliffs and breathtaking Back-country adventures in the Yarmouth & Acadian Shores sunsets await. Pack a picnic and enjoy the ocean vistas, Tobeatic Wilderness Area interpretive panels, viewing scope and a monument With dozens of remote lakes, the “Toby” and the honouring those from Clare who have been lost at sea adjacent Kejimkujik National Park & National Historic (see pages 70 & 72). capsaintemarie.ca/en Site together protect 142,000 hectares. Considered the heart of the UNESCO Southwest Nova Biosphere East Coast Paddle Company, Tusket Reserve, it’s a stronghold for moose, black bear, Explore waters around the Yarmouth area on a stand-up bobcat, river otter, coastal plain plants, Blanding’s paddleboard. Early birds can rise and shine with a turtles, and the rarely seen pine marten. The area is sunrise paddle to start the day right. For the night owls, isolated—pack appropriate gear, and consider booking a scenic sunset paddle around Yarmouth Harbour may a guide, such as Hinterland Adventures & Gear or be more enjoyable. For everyone else, daytime tours, NovaScotia.com Whynot Adventure Outfitters(see page 102). lessons and rentals are available (see page 72). Not-to-be-missed experiences 65 These suggestions will help you enjoy the definitive Yarmouth & Acadian Shores experience; it’s renowned for its colourful fishing villages, rich Acadian history, and laidback way of life since 1653. To learn more see page 69.

Beaux Vendredis Seafood Suppers Lightkeeper’s Seafeast at The Keeper’s Kitchen

Seafood and seafaring Tusket Island Tours, Wedgeport Join local fishermen onboard their working lobster boat and discover a way of life that has fueled Nova Scotia for DO generations. Learn how to “pull” a lobster trap, and savour MORE fresh seafood in a private island shanty while enjoying live IN Acadian music played by your fishermen!(See page 72.) Lightkeeper’s Seafeast Beachside lobster supper The Keeper’s Kitchen Lobster Bay Culinary Adventures, Step aboard a fishing boat in Yarmouth, welcomed Argyler Lodge, Lower Argyle with Nova Scotia oysters and wine. Tour the coast Your culinary adventure begins with a guided walk to the dotted with fishing communities to Cape Forchu beach, where you will help build a wood fire to boil your Lightstation where your sunset feast awaits, own freshly caught lobsters. The Argyler chefs will provide complete with live Acadian songs (see page 71). pots, lobsters, and local expertise (see page 68). Acadian Kitchen Party Savour the Sea Oceanside Lobster Dinner Argyler Lodge John’s Cove Wharf (Yarmouth Bar), Yarmouth Indulge in a chef-prepared dinner featuring authentic This foodie adventure begins with a tour of Yarmouth stories of local Acadians through food and music, Harbour. Your guides—and local lobster fishermen— from early days of French Acadie to connections will share stories of life on the water and get you with Cajun cousins in Louisiana to seafaring joie-de- clapping along to local tunes. Docking at Yarmouth Bar, vivre. Then join locals in a seaside kitchen party and you’ll enjoy a wharfside, three-course lobster dinner, try to play the spoons! (See page 68.) made with local ingredients, paired with Nova Scotia wine and beer, and complete with live music and Night hike and stargazing at its best dancing! savourthesea.ca Acadian Skies & Mi’kmaq Lands, located in Argyle, Experience 350 years of Acadian culture Clare, and Yarmouth municipalities, is the first Le Village historique acadien de designated starlight destination in North America. Soak up the history of the stars, mythology, and astronomy la Nouvelle-Écosse, West Pubnico under the skies over Acadie. Enjoy a guided night hike Savour home-cooked Acadian cuisine, hear the leaving from Le Petit Bois in Church Point, participate Acadian dialect, and learn about fishing and farming in the Starlight Festival, learn the basics of navigating traditions at this early-1900s seaside village. Discover Yarmouth & Acadian Shores the night sky by booking a tour at the Deep Sky Eye Acadian heritage as you meet costumed interpreters on Observatory (see page 69), or indulge in stargazing at this beautiful 17-acre site overlooking Pubnico Harbour Trout Point Lodge, a certified Starlight Hotel in East (see page 69). Kemptville (see page 68). Les Beaux Vendredis Seafood Suppers Trout Point Culinary School Belliveau Cove Trout Point Lodge, East Kemptville Enjoy fresh lobster, clams, and snow crab cooked on a During a seafood cooking class at Trout Point you’ll wharf in Belliveau Cove. Absorb the beautiful view of St. get your fill of what’s in season—scallops or salmon, Mary’s Bay and take in live music during this authentic oysters or mussels—while learning how to prepare

Acadian experience on Friday evenings from late June NovaScotia.com seafood from real pros, doing it in the Acadian tradition through August. beauxvendredis.ca/en alongside its cousins, Cajun and Creole (see page 68). Uncover stories and secrets 6666 Yarmouth Walking Tours Every town has its stories and secrets, including Yarmouth! Explore Yarmouth on foot as you enjoy historic stories and maritime folklore ranging from pirates to crime to lighthouse keepers, set against the

Deep Sky Eye Observatory backdrop of Yarmouth Harbour (see page 72). Maritime history lesson Yarmouth Harbour Tours Learn how to haul a real lobster trap and dig into the history of this historic port. To finish off your adventure, you have the option to indulge in a delicious lobster dinner served at a fishing wharf.yarmouthharbourtours.com Local brews and vineyards Wine & Beer Tours of Nova Scotia Enjoy a guided tour as you sit back and sample of some of Southwest Nova’s best craft beverages. Round out Trout Point Lodge your experience by selecting a tour that includes a lobster boil at a lighthouse or a beachside oyster shuck Foodies tour on foot and lobster dinner (see page 72). Yarmouth Foodie Walking Tour Book your guide, Carole, for a mouth-watering 3-hour Suds and serenity foodie tour of downtown Yarmouth that features local Tusket Falls Brewing Company beer, seafood, wine, sweets, and even a personalized Sample a craft beer on the spacious patio as you bask tasting tour of the Farmers’ Market (when available). in the tranquil nature surrounding this picturesque Make sure to bring your appetite! Wednesdays, Thursdays, location (see page 71). and Saturdays, July 1–September 30 (see page 72). Dig for Clams! Discover Acadian history Clare Visitor Information Centre Musée des Acadiens des Pubnicos, West Pubnico The Acadians, and the Mi’kmaw before them, have Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich been expertly digging delicious clams along the history of the Acadian people through music, crafts, tide-washed shores of Saint Mary’s Bay for centuries. and food sampling, with the world’s oldest Acadian Enjoy getting your hands in the sand as you learn this history at your fingertips(see page 69). age-old art from a local expert. Over 20 dates offered. baiesaintemarie.com

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Mavillette Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site Evangeline Trail Port of Canada Getting here Maitland Sandford Ferry to Bar Harbor, Maine Firefighters’ Museum Lake Yarmouth Rossignol Cape Forchu Yarmouth County Museum Art Gallery Tusket Courthouse Travellers can walk or drive aboard The CAT ferry in of NS Wedgeport Bar Harbor, Maine and enjoy a relaxing journey to Wedgeport Sport Tuna Fishing Museum Visitor Information Nova Scotia. Pubnico Musée des Centre locations acadiens

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Lighthouse Route Living Wharves 67 Splice rope for lobster traps with a fisherman, while breathing in the ocean air and feeling the breeze. Don’t miss “Living Wharves,” Cape Saint Mary Lighthouse Park a hands-on opportunity for visitors to discover the tools and skills of our fishery and hear tall tales from real fishermen. Daily July 1–September 15, 1:30–4pm. 48 Hours Exploring Monday Friday Dennis Point Wharf Ice Plant Wharf Pubnico to Church Point 35-219 Dennis Point Road 80 Water Street Mix and match these 48-hour road trips located Middle West Pubnico Yarmouth throughout this guide to create a Nova Scotia Tuesday Saturday adventure all your own. Port Maitland Wharf John’s Cove Wharf Day 1 3297 Shore Road 1181 Route 304 Morning Port Maitland Yarmouth Bar Visit Le Village historique acadien de la Nouvelle- Écosse to learn about life in Pubnico, the world’s Wednesday Sunday oldest Acadian settlement, in the early-1900s. Wedgeport Tuna Wharf Cape Forchu Lighthouse Costumed interpreters share stories of the time. 57 Tuna Wharf Road 1854 Highway 304 Lower Wedgeport Cape Forchu Afternoon Stop in to the Argyler Lodge and lunch on an array Thursday of seafood options from chowder to lobster poutine. Sandford Wharf Then, head for the coast to check out Cape Forchu Ross Durkee Road Lighthouse. After, head back into Yarmouth and Sandford enjoy a craft beer tasting at Heritage Brewing. Evening Enjoy a casual dinner at Rudders Seafood Restaurant on the patio overlooking the harbour. Afterwards, meet up at the Frost Park gazebo for an Eerie and Ominous Yarmouth Walking Tour, which tells the folklore of the area. Day 2 Morning Get on the water with Song of the Paddle and enjoy the Yarmouth “à la kayak” Harbour Tour. Get up close to fishing boats, sea birds and see a working waterfront. Afterwards, paddle up dockside and watch as your lunch of fish and chips is delivered right to your kayak! Living Wharves Afternoon Continue your coastal adventure as you head to Mavillette Beach Provincial Park and Cape Saint Mary Lighthouse Park. Splash in the waters of this 1.5-kilometre sandy beach followed by breathtaking vistas at the lighthouse park, just 5 minutes up the road. Yarmouth & Acadian Shores Evening Dine on succulent scallops from Digby, the Scallop Capital of the World. Then experience Acadian Skies & Mi’kmaq Lands, the first designated starlight destination in North America by taking in a guided night hike departing from Le Petit Bois Church in Church Point on Thursdays. Can’t make it Thursdays? Stay in a CJA Yurt and soak in the

incredible dark skies on your own time. NovaScotia.com Mavillette Beach Provincial Park YARMOUTH & ACADIAN YARMOUTH ENTRY AREA Lakelawn Motel 6868 (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) pcccd. H $79–179, XP $6 SHORES LISTINGS 641 Main Street (Highway 1) Communities are listed in order as found SURETTE’S ISLAND 902-742-3588, 877-664-0664 when travelling through the region on the Le Logis des Abbés Vacation Rental [email protected] Scenic Travelway roads. q. H $550 weekly; no tax www.lakelawnmotel.com 82 Tittle Road Q,D,T,S•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ ACCOMMODATIONS 902-648-3347 B&B: 4 Motel: 21• Year-round [email protected] For a key to codes and symbols, see page 2. www.canadastays.com/p186101 MacKinnon-Cann House Historic Inn D,S•Pvt bath•4-wk CXL•@ qccccd. $175–289 PUBNICO AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) Vac. Home: 1 • Apr 1–Nov 30 27 Willow Street 902-742-9900, 866-698-3142 PUBNICO WEDGEPORT [email protected] Yesteryear’s Bed & Breakfast Auberge Thon Jaune www.mackinnoncanninn.com qcccc. $105–115, ccccc H $165–360 Q,D,T•Ens bath•Full b’fast•@ 2775 Highway 3 XP $25; no tax 2453 Highway 334 Inn: 7 • Year-round 902-762-2969 902-748-2015 [email protected] [email protected] Prince Lane Cottage Rentals q. H $95–160 www.yesteryears.ca www.yellowtuna.ca 24 Albert Street Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Q,D,T•Ens bath•@ 902-815-6449 B&B: 3 • Year-round Suite: 2 • Year-round [email protected] MIDDLE WEST PUBNICO YARMOUTH Q,S•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ Red Cap Motel & Restaurant Best Western Mermaid Apt.: 1 Suite: 1• Year-round "p cccc $85–130, XP $10 pccccJJ H $106–160, XP $10 Rodd Grand Yarmouth 1034 Highway 335 545 Main Street pcccd $101–161, XP $10 902-762-2112 902-742-7821, 800-772-2774 417 Main Street [email protected] [email protected] www.redcaprestaurantandmotel.com 902-742-2446, 800-565-7633 www.bwmermaid.com [email protected] Q,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ K,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Motel: 6 • Year-round www.roddgrandyarmouth.com Motel: 45 • Year-round K,Q,D•Ens bath•4pm CXL•@ ARGYLE SOUND Comfort Inn Yarmouth Hotel: 132 • Year-round Argyle By The Sea Bed & Breakfast "pccccJJ $109–215, XP $10 DAYTON . $90–100 96 Starrs Road 848 Argyle Sound Road 902-742-1119, 800-228-5150 El Rancho Motel p. H 902-762-2759 [email protected] $79–159, XP $10 214 Highway 1 [email protected] www.yarmouthcomfortinn.com 902-742-2408, 800-565-2408 (NS & PEI) Q,D,T•Ens or shared bath•72-hr CXL Q,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ [email protected] Full b’fast•@ Motel: 78 • Year-round B&B: 3 • Year-round K,Q,D,T,S•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ Eastside Village Homes Motel: 16 • Year-round Argyle Sound Cottages pcccc. H $100–159 pcccc H $120–150 5–17 Cloverdale Court Voyageur Motel pcccd. 536 Argyle Sound Road 902-240-3880 $79–169, XP $10 902-648-7821 [email protected] 518 Highway 1 [email protected] www.yarmouthrentals.ca 902-742-7157, 800-565-5026 [email protected] www.argylesoundcottages.com New suites in quiet neighbourhood close to www.voyageurmotelyarmouth.ca Q•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ CAT ferry. Queen bed with luxury mattress,

Accommodations Q,D,S•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ Cottage: 2 • Year-round pullout leather couch and ottoman (sleeps 5), Motel: 17 • Year-round LOWER ARGYLE full kitchen, laundry, 75” TV, private parking. Argyler Lodge Q•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ DARLINGS LAKE p,cccc $115–235 Suite: 8 • Year-round Lake Breeze Campground & Cottages 52 Ye Olde Argyle Road Guest-Lovitt House B&B c. 1874 p,. H $120, XP $10 902-643-2500, 866-774-0400 q,ccccc. $149–279 2560 Highway 1 [email protected] 12 Parade Street 902-649-2332 www.argyler.com 902-742-0372, 866-742-0372 [email protected] Q•Ens bath•2-wk CXL•@ [email protected] www.lakebreezecampground.com Inn: 5 • Apr 1–Nov 26 www.guestlovitt.ca Q,D•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ Cottage: 3 • May 15–Oct 15 END OF PUBNICO AREA K,Q,D,T,S•Ens bath•1-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ B&B: 4 • Year-round END OF YARMOUTH ENTRY AREA STE-ANNE-DU-RUISSEAU La Boatique Floating B&B KEMPTVILLE The Lake House B&B p. H $200–230; no tax Trout Point Lodge Yarmouth & Acadian Shores qccccc. $165–195 Killam’s Wharf, 90 Water Street p,ccccc H 6930 Highway 3 902-749-3008 $398–548 902-746-3615, 833-287-3038 [email protected] 189 Trout Point Road [email protected] www.laboatique.ca 902-761-2142 [email protected] www.thelakehousebnb.com Cozy 41-ft motor yacht with aft & forward www.troutpoint.com K,Q•Ens bath•2-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ cabins, ensuite bathrooms with shower, spacious K,Q,D•Ens bath•1-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ B&B: 3 • Year-round salon with aft deck, and dining area. Ideal for Inn: 11 Vac. Home: 1• May 17–Oct 28 those who want a truly unique experience! Q,D,S•Ens or pvt bath•24-hr CXL Light b’fast•@ Apt.: 1 • June 1–Sept 15 NovaScotia.com WOODVALE CJA Yurts / Yourtes de la CJA Lavender Sky Bed & Breakfast CAMPGROUNDS p, . $25–150 69 ,ccccd. $160–180, XP $20 For a key to symbols and codes, see page 2. 115 Lighthouse Road 4477 Highway 1 902-769-7281 902-649-2969 YARMOUTH ENTRY AREA [email protected] [email protected] (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) www.lepetitbois.ca/en/yurts www.lavenderskybb.net MELBOURNE E,W•C/T/Y•Swimming: O,P•48-hr CXL•@ K,Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Castle Lake Campground & Cottages Yurts: 2 o/n • Year-round B&B: 3 • Year-round "p,cccc[F]ccc[R] $30–75 ATTRACTIONS METEGHAN AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) 83 Comeau’s Hill Road 902-749-1739 This category includes national parks, historic SALMON RIVER [email protected] sites, museums, and other attractions. See also Eagle’s Cliff by the Sea www.castlelakecampground.com listings under Craft Beverages and Specialty Oceanview Estate E,W,Se,U•Pull-thrus•Swimming: L,P Foods; Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans; pccccd H $1250–3000 weekly 24-hr CXL•@ Outdoors; and Trails. For a key to symbols and 96 Eagle Cliff Road Sites: 200 (170 o/n) • May 17–Oct 14 codes, see page 2. 954-337-1714 ARCADIA [email protected] WEST PUBNICO Camper’s Haven Campground www.eaglescliffproperties.com Musée des Acadiens des Pubnicos pccc[F]cccd[R] . $25–48 Q•Ens or pvt bath et Centre de recherche 9700 Hwy 3, the Lighthouse Route Vac. Home: 1 • Year-round 898 Highway 335 902-742-4848, 844-742-4848 902-762-3380 MAVILLETTE [email protected] [email protected] Cape View Motel and Cottages www.campershavencampground.com www.museeacadien.ca q. H Lake fishing, kayaking. Nature biking, walking Admission: $ • June 3–Sept 15 • W; @ 124 John Doucette Road trail. Big-rig sites, rental trailers, camping 902-645-2258, 888-352-5353 cabins. Camp supplies, free Wi-Fi. Game room, LOWER WEST PUBNICO [email protected] golf, pool, hot tub, shuffleboard, playground. Le Village historique acadien de la www.capeviewmotel.ca E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: L,P Nouvelle-Écosse v K,Q,D,T•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL 48-hr CXL•@ 91 Old Church Road Light b’fast•@ Sites: 215 (165 o/n) • May 15–Oct 12 902-762-2530, 888-381-8999 Cabin: 5 Motel: 10• May–Oct [email protected] DEERFIELD levillage.novascotia.ca CAPE ST. MARY’S Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park v Admission: $ • June 3–Sept 27 • W @ Wp. $27–36 A la Maison d’Amitié B & B STE-ANNE-DU-RUISSEAU qccccd $225, XP $25 1888 Mood Road 197 Baseline Road NE 902-761-2400, 888-544-3434 Église Ste-Anne Church 902-645-2601, 888-645-2601 [email protected] 7309 Highway 3 [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/ellenwood-lake [email protected] www.houseoffriendship.ca U•DS •Swimming: L•24-hr CXL Admission: D • Year-round •; K,Q•Ens bath•1-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ Sites: 87 o/n • Seasonal Ste-Anne First Chapel Site B&B: 4 • June 15–Oct 1 DARLINGS LAKE Rocco Point Road [email protected] METEGHAN CENTRE Lake Breeze Campground & Cottages Admission: D • July 1–Aug 31 Anchor Inn B&B p,ccd[F]cd[R] . $30–40 q,. $50–60, XP $20 2560 Highway 1 TUSKET 8755 Route 1 902-649-2332 902-645-3390 [email protected] [email protected] www.lakebreezecampground.com www.anchorinnbb.weebly.com E,W,Se,U•DS•Swimming: L•48-hr CXL•@ Attractions Accommodations / Campgrounds D,T,S•Shared bath•24-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Sites: 55 (25 o/n) • May 15–Oct 15 B&B: 2 • May 15–Oct 15 END OF YARMOUTH ENTRY AREA METEGHAN RIVER L’Auberge au Havre du Capitaine CHURCH POINT qcccd. $75–149, XP $10 Belle Baie Park Argyle Township Court House & 9118 Highway 1 pcccd[F]cc[R] $34–56 Archives 902-769-2001 2135 Highway 1 8162 / 8168 Highway 3 [email protected] 902-769-3160 902-648-2493 www.havreducapitaine.ca [email protected] [email protected] Q,D•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ www.bellebaiepark.ca www.argylecourthouse.com B&B Inn: 21 • Year-round E,W,Se•Pull-thrus•Swimming: O,P The oldest standing courthouse in Canada 72-hr CXL•@ LITTLE BROOK (c 1805, a National Historic Site), restored in Sites: 156 (51 o/n) • May 14–Oct 12 Su Ben Bed & Breakfast 1982. Includes cell-block, jail-keepers’ quarters, cccd. $85–95; no tax Church Point Campground courtroom, and grand jury room. Yarmouth & Acadian Shores 890 Highway 1 p,ccc[F]c[R] $35–40 Admission: $ • June 1–Oct 30 902-769-2879 164 Bonnenfant Road Deep Sky Eye Observatory [email protected] 902-769-0070 338 Frotten Road www.suben.ca [email protected] 902-648-2723 K,D,S•Shared bath•24-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ E,W,Se•DS•@ [email protected] B&B: 3 • Year-round Sites: 30 (22 o/n) • May 1–Oct 31 www.deepskyeye.com Admission: $ • Year-round • @ WEDGEPORT Wedgeport Sport Tuna Fishing Museum 57 Tuna Wharf Road

902-663-4345 NovaScotia.com [email protected] Admission: $ • June 15–Oct 31 • W @ YARMOUTH CAPE ST. MARY’S ST. BERNARD 7070 Art Gallery of Nova Scotia – Cape Saint Mary Lighthouse Park St. Bernard Church Yarmouth v 59 Lighthouse Road 3623 Highway 1 341 Main Street [email protected] 902-837-5687 902-749-2248 www.capsaintemarie.ca/en [email protected] [email protected] Dramatic cliffs and breathtaking sunsets; near www.baiesaintemarie.com/en/see-and-do www.artgalleryofnovascotia.ca/visit- Mavillette Beach. Interpretive panels, viewing May 1–Oct 30 • W yarmouth scope, picnic tables, restrooms (portable toilets, Admission: $ • Year-round • W @ May–Oct). “Lost to the Sea” monument. GALLERIES, SHOPS, Firefighters’ Museum of Nova Scotiav Year-round • W ARTISTS & ARTISANS 451 Main Street BANGOR 902-742-5525 Bangor Sawmill Museum These listings identify some of the artisans in the region and some galleries and shops whose [email protected] 728 Maza Road products are primarily made in Nova Scotia. The firefightersmuseum.novascotia.ca 902-769-0262 Admission: $ • Year-round • W “Open Studio” designation identifies artisans [email protected] who open their personal studios to the public Killam Brothers Shipping Office www.smctcanada.wixsite.com/bangorsawmill so you can watch them work. 90 Water Street Admission: $ • July 1–Aug 31 • W WEDGEPORT 902-742-5539 SAULNIERVILLE [email protected] Galerie Beaucoop Église Sacré-Coeur 72 Chemin des Cottreau www.yarmouthcountymuseum.ca 9650 Highway 1 902-663-2536 Admission: D • June 1–Aug 28 •W 902-769-2113 [email protected] [email protected] Pelton-Fuller House www.galeriebeaucoop.com www.paroissesacre-coeur.com/id1.html 20 Collins Street Media: Fibre, paintings & prints Year-round • W 902-742-5539 Year-round • W [email protected] CHURCH POINT YARMOUTH www.yarmouthcountymuseum.ca Acadian Centre Archives Admission: $ • June 1–Oct 1 •W 1695 Highway 1 Murray Manor Art & Culture House 225 Main Street Th’YARC 902-769-2114 902-742-2632 76 Parade Street [email protected] [email protected] 902-742-8150 www.usainteanne.ca/en/centre-acadien www.murraymanor.com [email protected] Admission: D • Year-round • W Media: Paintings & prints, stone & bone www.yarcplayhouse.com Church Point Lighthouse W May 15–Oct 30 Admission: $ • Jan 10–Dec 20 • (Le Phare de la Pointe) UNESCO Southwest Nova Biosphere 179 Lighthouse Road Susan Hood Designs Interpretive Centre 902-769-2345 14 Elm Street 902-748-1213 90 Water Street [email protected] 902-740-1901 www.lepetitbois.ca/en/lighthouse [email protected] [email protected] June 25–Sept 1 • ; Media: Glass • Year-round www.swnovabiosphere.ca Musée Église Sainte-Marie Museum Yarmouth Waterfront Gallery May 1–Aug 31 • W @ 1713 Highway 1 89 Water Street W. Laurence Sweeney Fisheries 902-769-2832 902-307-4014 Museum [email protected] [email protected] 112 Water Street www.museeeglisesaintemariemuseum.ca www.yarmouthwaterfrontgallery.com 902-742-3457 Admission: D • May 16–Sept 27 • W Media: Paintings & prints, photography June 1–Nov 30 • ; sweeneyfisheriesmuseum@ Rendez-vous de la Baie Visitor Centre Attractions / Galleries, Shops, Artists & Artisans Artists & Shops, Attractions / Galleries, townofyarmouth.ca 1695 Highway 1 PORT MAITLAND www.sweeneyfisheriesmuseum.com 902-769-2345 Bill Curry Photography Admission: $ • May 19–Oct 24 •; [email protected] Gallery and Studio www.rendezvousdelabaie.com 3455 Highway 1 Acadian interpretive centre: exhibits, art gallery, 902-649-2428 café (free Wi-Fi), visitor information, walking trails [email protected] with interpretive panels. Museum tours (free). www.billcurry.ca Admission: D • Year-round • W @ Those who seek images that celebrate the outdoors find that Bill’s work stirs their BELLIVEAU COVE imagination, reminding them of time spent in Belliveau Cove Municipal Park our shared environment. (Parc Joseph et Marie Dugas) Media: Photography • Year-round • W Yarmouth County Museum & 3239 Highway 1 Archives 902-769-2345 Hubert and Belle’s Art & Decor 22 Collins Street [email protected] 3212 Highway 1 902-742-5539 www.baiesaintemarie.com/en/see-and-do 902-746-3384 Yarmouth & Acadian Shores [email protected] First Acadian cemetery and chapel, 5-km [email protected] www.yarmouthcountymuseum.ca trail, park, lighthouse. Acadian craft centre, www.hubertandbelle.com Admission: $ • Year-round • W @ artists. Farmers’ market (free Wi-Fi), outdoor Open Studio Artisan CAPE FORCHU lobster suppers, clam digging experience ($). Media: Fibre, paintings & prints, wood • ; Cape Forchu Lighthouse Admission: D • Year-round • W @ June 1–Sept 30 1856 Highway 304 Major’s Point Historic Site SALMON RIVER 902-742-4522 [email protected] Studio 5390 [email protected] www.baiesaintemarie.com/en/see-and-do 5390 Highway 1 www.capeforchu.com Year-round • ; 613-393-0101 Admission: D • Seasonal • ; @ [email protected] www.studio5390.com Open Studio Artisan

NovaScotia.com Media: Clay, metal • Year-round • W ST. ALPHONSE SAULNIERVILLE TUSKET June Deveau Galerie Studio Comeau’s Sea Foods The Hatfield House Restaurant 71 7236 Highway 1 60 Saulnierville Road 902-648-1888 902-645-3106 902-769-2101, 800-758-4412 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.thehatfieldhouse.ca www.junedeveau.com www.comeausea.com Type: Fine dining, gourmet Media: Paintings & prints • Year-round • ; Specialty food • Year-round • NW Specialty: Seafood, steaks COMEAUVILLE Licensed • May 1–Dec 31 •NW @ Denise Comeau RESTAURANTS YARMOUTH 761 Highway 1 For more extensive information, pick up a Rudder’s Seafood Restaurant 902-778-0422 copy of the Restaurant Association of Nova & Brew Pub [email protected] Scotia’s DiNE or Taste of Nova Scotia’s Culinary 902-742-7311 www.denisecomeau.com Guide. Also visit dinenovascotia.ca and [email protected] Media: Paintings & prints • Year-round tasteofnovascotia.com. See page 2 for a key to www.ruddersbrewpub.com the symbols and codes. LITTLE BROOK Type: Informal, pub MIDDLE WEST PUBNICO Specialty: Canadian Eclosion Licensed • Year-round •NW @ 131 Cottreau Road Red Cap Restaurant & Motel 902-308-9559 902-762-2112 CAPE FORCHU [email protected] [email protected] The Keeper’s Kitchen www.jayleblanc.ca www.redcaprestaurantandmotel.com 902-740-1680 Media: Glass, paintings & prints Type: Informal www.capeforchu.com/keepers-kitchen Year-round Specialty: Acadian, seafood Type: Cafe/tea room CHURCH POINT Licensed • Year-round • NW @ Specialty: Seafood • Seasonal Atelier de Clare LOWER ARGYLE SAULNIERVILLE 1711 Highway 1 Argyler Lodge and Restaurant La Cuisine Robicheau 902-769-3202 902-643-2500, 866-774-0400 902-769-2121 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.caclclare.ca www.argyler.com/dining www.lacuisinerobicheau.ca Media: Paintings & prints, wood Type: Family dining, gourmet Type: Family dining, informal Year-round • W Specialty: Seafood Specialty: Acadian, seafood Licensed • May 1–Oct 31 •NW @ Apr 21–Jan 1 •N Pottery & Art 27 Boudreau Branch Road 902-769-0196 [email protected] www.winthroppublishing.org/peapod Media: Clay, paintings & prints June 1–Dec 30 BELLIVEAU COVE Art & Mineraux 3271 Highway 1 902-837-7145 [email protected] Media: Clay, metal • May 15–Nov 15 • W

CRAFT BEVERAGES / Restaurants Artisans / Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods Artists & Shops, Galleries, & SPECIALTY FOODS This category includes Wineries, Breweries, Brew Pubs, Cideries and Distilleries, Specialty Food Shops, Taste of NS Experiences and On-site Producers recognized by their applicable provincial associations. TUSKET Tusket Falls Brewing Company 20 Slocomb Crescent 902-648-3340 [email protected] www.tusketfallsbrewing.com Brewery • Year-round YARMOUTH Yarmouth & Acadian Shores Heritage Brewing Company 250 Main Street 902-881-2777 [email protected] www.heritagebrewing.beer Brewery • Year-round • ; Rudder’s Seafood Restaurant & Brew Pub 96 Water Street 902-742-7311 [email protected] www.ruddersbrewpub.com NovaScotia.com Brew pub • Year-round • NW @ OUTDOORS METEGHAN BELLIVEAU COVE 7272 Smugglers Cove Provincial Park v Belliveau Cove Boardwalk These listings feature public parks, recreation 7651 Highway 1 and Trails 5 km and nature-based activities. Many are season- [email protected] 3251 Highway 1 specific and/or weather-dependent so please parks.novascotia.ca/content/smugglers-cove [email protected] confirm when booking. See Tours section for Category: Parks • May–Oct www.baiesaintemarie.ca/en/see-and-do information about outdoor experiences offered Trail Uses: YKL • Year-round • ; by tour operators. COMEAUVILLE Clare Golf & Country Club WEST PUBNICO 423 P. F. Comeau Road TOURS West Pubnico Golf & Country Club 902-769-2124 The colour-coded Tour Locations indicate that 238 Golf Course Road [email protected] these tours are offered in at least one other 902-762-2007 www.claregolf.ca region. Otherwise, the tours listed here take [email protected] Category: Golf Courses • Apr 1–Oct 31 • W place entirely within this region. See page 2 for a www.pubnicogolf.ca key to tour types. Category: Golf Courses • Mar 15–Nov 1 • W TRAILS KEY TO TOUR LOCATIONS: GLENWOOD Although used primarily as walking and hiking u Yarmouth & Acadian Shores Glenwood Provincial Park v trails, Nova Scotia’s trails may also be used u Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley 5570 Highway 3 for other activities, which are identified by the [email protected] symbols shown. Most trails are available for BOAT TOURS & CHARTERS parks.novascotia.ca/content/glenwood use year-round, but in winter may not provide Tusket Island Tours Category: Parks • May–Oct maintenance or parking; use discretion. 142 Jacquard Road, Wedgeport 902-740-2295 TUSKET LOWER WEST PUBNICO [email protected] East Coast Paddle Company Pubnico Point Trail 10 km www.tusketislandtours.com 1536 Raynardton Road 2490 Highway 335 Tour Types: tf• June 15–Sept 9 •; 902-307-3927 Trail Uses: YKLy • Year-round [email protected] NATURE & WILDLIFE www.eastcoastpaddlecompany.com STE-ANNE-DU-RUISSEAU Le Petit Bois Walking Tours Category: Equipment Rentals • Year-round Rocco Point Chapelle 1695 Highway 1, Church Point and Nature Trail 1 km 902-769-2345 YARMOUTH 259 Rocco Point Road [email protected] Lake Milo Beach Trail Uses: YKLy • Year-round www.lepetitbois.ca/en/guided-walks 700 Main Street May 1–Oct 30 www.lifesavingsociety.ns.ca WEDGEPORT Category: Supervised Beaches • July–Aug Wedgeport Nature Trail 5.5 km OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Tuna Wharf Road East Coast Paddle Company Yarmouth Links trails.gov.ns.ca/shareduse/y002.html 1536 Raynardton Road, Tusket 28 Forbes Street Trail Uses: Y>Ly • ; • Year-round 902-307-3927 902-742-2161 COMEAU’S HILL [email protected] [email protected] www.eastcoastpaddlecompany.com Roche St. Pierre Trail 1 km www.yarmouthlinks.ca Year-round Category: Golf Courses; Golf Driving Ranges 2419 Comeau’s Hill Road Apr 1–Oct 30 • W Trail Uses: YKLy • Year-round The Song of the Paddle 161 Brazil Lake Road, Carleton ARCADIA DEERFIELD 902-746-0447 Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park v Tkipok Trail 1 km [email protected] 1888 Mood Road 10177 Highway 3 www.thesongofthepaddle.com 902-761-2400, 888-544-3434 www.yarmouthandacadianshores.com Tour Types: }• Seasonal [email protected] Trail Uses: YLy • Year-round Outdoors / Trails Outdoors / Tours / Trails SIGHTSEEING & DAY TOURS parks.novascotia.ca/content/ellenwood-lake YARMOUTH Wine & Beer Tours of Nova Scotia Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches Yarmouth County Rail Trail 87 km May–Oct 228 Main Street, Yarmouth Main Street 902-881-2065, 800-979-9342 CARLETON novascotia.cioc.ca/record/ [email protected] The Song of the Paddle yar0099?usecicvw=13 wineandbeertoursnovascotia.com 161 Brazil Lake Road Trail Uses: YK>LSsy Tour Locations: ◆◆ • Year-round Year-round • ; 902-746-0447 WALKING TOURS [email protected] Yarmouth Waterfront Trail 5 km Heritage Walking Tour www.thesongofthepaddle.com 211 Water Street Category: Equipment Rentals • Seasonal Yarmouth www.yarmouthandacadianshores.com 902-742-5033 • [email protected] PORT MAITLAND Trail Uses: YKL • Year-round www.yarmouthandacadianshores.com Port Maitland Beach LITTLE BROOK Year-round •; Provincial Park v Sentier de Clare Trail 42.5 km Le Petit Bois Walking Tours 3297 Main Shore Road Yarmouth & Acadian Shores 586 Little Brook Road 1695 Highway 1, Church Point [email protected] also 4626 Highway 1, Weymouth 902-769-2345 • [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/port-maitland- [email protected] www.lepetitbois.ca/en/guided-walks beach www.baiesaintemarie.com/en/see-and-do May 1–Oct 30 Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches Trail Uses: YK>Ly May–Oct Year-round • ; Yarmouth Foodie Walking Tour MAVILLETTE 417 Main Street, Yarmouth CHURCH POINT 902-742-2446 • [email protected] Mavillette Beach Provincial Park v Le Petit Bois Trails 5 km www.yarmouthfoodietour.com 295–395 John Doucette Road 1695 Highway 1 July 1–Sept 30 [email protected] [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/mavillette-beach www.lepetitbois.ca Yarmouth Walking Tours Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches Trail Uses: YKLy • Year-round • ; various locations, Yarmouth May–Oct 902-307-2250 [email protected] NovaScotia.com www.yarmouthwalkingtours.com June 1–Oct 31 73 Marketplace

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his is a place where life is shaped by the sea and fertile soil. Together they tell a captivating Unexpected discoveries Tstory. The world’s highest tides carve the dramatic cliffs and caves that define the Bay of Fundy coastline, making it one of the “Top 7 Natural Joggins Fossil Cliffs Wonders of North America” and “Canada’s Natural UNESCO World Heritage Site Wonder” in the New7Wonders of Nature. Explore the imposing cliffs where exposed layers Fresh food is a way of life in the heartland of Nova of rock reveal the world’s most complete fossil Scotia’s farming and wine industry. The climate, rich record of life 300 million years ago, when lush forests covered the area and much of the world’s soil, and grassland work together to produce bountiful tropics were preserved in stone in the sea cliffs harvests and elegant, character-rich wines. The area is of Joggins. Behind-the-scenes tours are available home to several wineries, craft breweries, distilleries, (see page 96). and cideries; meet the producers, discuss their craft, Live theatre by moonlight, and sample their award-winning creations. For a local Two Planks and a Passion Theatre delicacy, enjoy succulent scallops in Digby, the scallop This award-winning professional theatre of 28 capital of the world and home to the world’s largest years will more than impress with their outdoor inshore scallop fleet. spectacles presented on the grounds of the Ross The region features eight National Historic Sites, two Creek Centre for the Arts (see page 94). UNESCO World Heritage Sites and the UNESCO Dempsey Corner Orchard, Aylesford Southwest Nova Biosphere Reserve, partially located Savour fresh cherries, blueberries, peaches, or within Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic apples at the U-pick, then enjoy the tea room, Site. Explore the history of the area and learn of the petting zoo, fish pond, and apple driving range! first successful European settlement in North America (See page 94). (1605) at Port-Royal, visit the Landscape of Grand Pré Bear River Vineyards, Bear River UNESCO World Heritage Site, the iconic place of Come for a tasting at this winery, located remembrance of the Acadians, and learn about in a renovated barn originally built in 1883. Mi’kmaw history at Kejimkujik National Park and Situated above Bear River, a tidal river flowing National Historic Site. into the Annapolis Basin, the grape vines here are believed to be the first ever planted in the For the ultimate rush, experience a one-of-a-kind province by French settlers, dating back to 1611 tidal bore river rafting thrill ride on the Shubenacadie (see page 98). River, just 30 minutes from Truro. Explore hiking trails leading to incredible vistas that overlook the Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens, Bay of Fundy, walk on the ocean floor and watch Annapolis Royal Named Canada’s 2015 Garden of the Year and for whales off Digby Neck and Islands. Nearby, the one of the Top North American Gardens Worth Town of Digby is host of Canada’s largest multi-day Travelling For in 2012 at the Garden Tourism motorcycle rally, the Wharf Rat Rally. Awards, this beautiful 17-acre site in a tranquil setting overlooks a tidal river valley (see page 94). Grand-Pré National Historic Site

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Local flavours DO The Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley region MORE combines the best of land and sea. From IN Digby scallops and fresh Bay of Fundy Dining on the Ocean Floor lobster to local produce and crisp wines, Flying Apron Inn and Cookery this region is a foodie’s playground. The world’s highest tides play host to the most unique dinner party on the planet. Start out by Digby scallops at Digby Pines Resort, Digby foraging for wild edible greens in the park before No visit to the Digby area is complete without a descending onto the ocean floor for a walk at low sampling of succulent Digby scallops. Stop by for tide with your interpreter. Then settle in for a chef- dinner at Churchill’s Restaurant & Lounge to delight in prepared feast of charcuterie, fresh lobster and this world-famous local delicacy prepared a number other local ingredients, paired with the best of Nova of different ways (see page 100). Scotian wines and craft beers. End the night with a bonfire and dessert as the tide rises to cover your Bistro 22, Truro former dining room with up to 15 metres (50 feet) Drop in for an upscale casual lunch or dinner and of ocean waves (see page 101). dine on local favourites like haddock chowder, seared scallops, steamed mussels, or pan fried haddock. Pair Gourmet Garden Party your meal with a glass of Nova Scotia craft beer, wine Tangled Garden or cider from the extensive selection (see page 101). Step into the captivating, award-winning Tangled Garden to delight your senses! Weave your way Masstown Market, Masstown through Nova Scotia flavours toward the sounds of Offering fresh produce, fish, baked goodies, gifts, local musicians, gathering fresh ingredients for your a garden centre, and a restaurant, the Market is the gourmet picnic overlooking Grand Pré, a UNESCO ideal place to stretch your legs (and grab an ice cream World Heritage Site (see page 99). cone!). Stop by the lighthouse for fish and chips at the Catch of the Bay restaurant or the Butcher and Creamery across the road where you’ll find fresh cuts Schoolhouse Brewery of meat and an extensive selection of cheeses made on site (see page 96). Wild Caraway Restaurant & Café, Advocate Harbour Enjoy a delicious meal made with local ingredients Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley while overlooking the Bay of Fundy in the quaint community of Advocate Harbour (see page 101). Lightkeepers Kitchen, Advocate Harbour Dining on the Ocean Floor at Burntcoat Head Park Seaside dining doesn’t get any better than this. Enjoy a lunch of The Lightkeeper’s Chowder or a supper featuring freshly prepared seafood in a cliffside dining room, next to the Cape d’Or Lighthouse (see page 90). Cash only. NovaScotia.com Let your taste buds lead the way 77 Taste your way from one perfect boutique winery, craft brewery, cidery, or distillery to another and chat with passionate vintners, brewers, and distillers about their art.

Tidal Bay – Nova Scotia’s first wine appellation Brilliantly reflecting the terroir, coastal breezes, and cooler climate of Tidal Bay’s birthplace, these wines 48 Hours Exploring are crisp, aromatic whites that pair perfectly with the Nova Scotia seafood we’re known for. Visit one of the many vineyards throughout the Annapolis Valley and Urbania to Hall’s Harbour across the province that are producing this premium Mix and match these 48-hour road trips located white wine to learn the intricacies that make each throughout this guide to create a Nova Scotia winery’s version unique. Visit NovaScotia.com/eat-drink adventure all your own. to learn more. Day 1 Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards, Wolfville Morning Housed in a stunning facility with a breathtaking view Ride a Zodiac on the tidal bore created as the of Cape Blomidon and the Bay of Fundy and nestled incoming tide collides with the outgoing flow in the heart of Nova Scotia wine country, Lightfoot of the river. Time your visit accordingly to take & Wolfville focuses on Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, in a rafting adventure with Tidal Bore Rafting Riesling and other German whites best suited for Resort. our microclimates. While visiting, pair your wine with a pizza baked onsite in the wood-fired oven Afternoon (see page 98). Pack a picnic lunch and drive to Burntcoat Head Park, then walk on the ocean floor. Along Orchard-fresh cider Route 215, stop at the Walton Lighthouse for a In the Annapolis Valley, making cider is a natural fit, panoramic view of the Bay of Fundy and enjoy a with more than two dozen varieties of apples picked tasting at Avondale Sky Winery. from orchards “just up the road.” Visit Annapolis Cider Company in Wolfville, Elderkin’s Cider Evening Company in Greenwich or Maritime Express Cider After your busy day, unwind with a casual meal at Company in Kentville to taste their signature ciders. the Port Pub, dine at the charming Blomidon Visit NovaScotia.com/eat-drink to learn more. Inn or savour a seasonally inspired menu with an elegant but relaxed atmosphere at Le Caveau Craft distilling at its finest Restaurant, located on site at Grand Pré Winery. Breweries, wineries, and cideries aren’t the only craft beverage makers in this region creating waves. Day 2 Flavourful locally inspired spirits and liqueurs are also Morning made here. Stop by Still Fired Distilleries in Annapolis Start your day with a coffee from Just Us! Coffee Royal, Barrelling Tide Distillery in Port Williams, Roasters before heading to the nearby Tangled Coldstream Clear Distillery in Stewiacke or Tangled Garden, a three-acre herb and sculpture garden. Garden in Grand Pré for a tasting. Then, visit the Grand-Pré National Historic Visit NovaScotia.com/eat-drink to learn more. Site, an iconic place of remembrance for Acadians overlooking the Landscape of Grand Pré Annapolis Brewing Company, Annapolis Royal UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located in Annapolis Royal’s historic downtown, the taproom offers tastings of their craft beer—made using Afternoon the world’s oldest written recipe—with a view of Fort Enjoy a charcuterie lunch on one of the many Anne National Historic Site (see page 98). sunny patios overlooking lush vineyards in the area, like at Luckett Vineyards, Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards, Grand Pré Winery, Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley

Annapolis Cider Company, Wolfville Gaspereau Vineyards, or Mercator Vineyards. If adventure is more your calling, head out for an afternoon hike at Blomidon Provincial Park. Evening Visit the Hall’s Harbour Lobster Pound for an authentic lobster supper. Dine wharfside overlooking the incredible sight of lobster boats rising or falling with the Bay of Fundy tide as you eat. NovaScotia.com 7878 Outdoor adventures With unspoiled beauty and natural wonder around every coastal curve, you have unlimited opportunities for enjoying the Bay of Fundy and Annapolis Valley region al fresco. Follow these suggestions or turn to page 101 for a complete listing of this region’s outdoor adventures.

Tidal bore rafting on the Tidal bore rafting, Shubenacadie River Shubenacadie River Various sites, Maitland to Urbania Prepare to get wet—the force of the incoming tide against the outflow of the Shubenacadie River forms roller-coaster waves that can be up to 4 metres (13 feet) high. Shoot the white-water rapids as the tide from the Bay of Fundy rushes up the Shubenacadie River, and enjoy views of eagle nests, Acadian dykelands, and geological formations (see page 104). Whale watching off Digby Neck and Brier Island The Bay of Fundy coast is as popular with whales as it is with people. Come to nature’s aquarium and experience a whale watching adventure on a boat or Zodiac, spotting up to seven species of whales that spend their summers here, including the rare North American right whale (see page 106). What makes the Bay of Fundy Canada’s Ride the highest tides on earth Natural Wonder? Join Advocate Boat Tours for thrilling Zodiac The Bay of Fundy is recognized as having the largest adventures, riding the world’s highest tides on the tidal range in the world. Burntcoat Head, within Bay of Fundy. Experience spectacular views of Cape the bay, is the point that records the greatest tidal Chignecto’s rugged coast, abundant sea birds, and range. Tidal changes typically see a difference of 14.5 seal colonies at the mysterious Isle Haute, and the metres (47.5 feet); however, tidal changes have been extraor­dinary tidal power and views at Cape Split measured in extreme conditions at 16.3 metres (see page 106). (53.5 feet). The global record occurred October 4 and 5, Kayak Cape Chignecto with 1869, during the Saxby Gale, a tropical cyclone, NovaShores Adventures where tidal changes reached 21.6 metres (71 feet). Spend the day paddling the waters around Cape Cape Split hike with Chignecto Provincial Park, enjoying the unspoiled Great E.A.R.T.H. Expeditions landscape. Paddle near the Three Sisters rock Lace up your sturdy hiking shoes and hit the trail. formation, towering cliffs, natural arches, and rock This lengthy trail (6 kilometres one-way) treks over spires. Keep an eye out for wildlife and enjoy a relatively easy terrain and leads to a spectacular vista relaxing lunch on the beach. This tour is suitable for that overlooks the Bay of Fundy. Pack your camera, beginners (see page 106). water, and sense of adventure as you embark on this Walk on the ocean floor at day-long excursion (see page 33). Burntcoat Head Park, Noel Walk on the ocean floor and hunt for fossils at the Cape Split home of the world’s highest recorded tides. A staircase offers safe passage over the rocky red cliff Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley face to the ocean floor below, but be sure to check tide times before you descend. Tours are available (see page 95). OnTree Fun & Adventure Park OnTree offers excitement and physical challenges for people of all ages and ability, providing a number of climbing tracks, high rope courses, ziplines, and other activities among the trees at Martock. Put yourself to NovaScotia.com the test! (See page 103). 79

Kayaking near Three Sisters formation Capture a moment The Bay of Fundy and Annapolis Valley region provides a study in colour and contrasts. Let your creativity run wild as you find that picture- perfect scene. Cape d’Or Coastal Park Digby Wharf Cape d’Or Coastal Park, Advocate Harbour Photograph the picturesque Fisherman’s Wharf as the Home to one of Nova Scotia’s most iconic lighthouses, brightly painted hulls of the world-famous scallop fleet Cape d’Or Coastal Park offers extraordinary, dip and dance in the sparkling blue Annapolis Basin. panoramic coastal views of the Bay of Fundy. The park The Lookoff, Arlington rests on the edge of beautiful, rugged 100-metre (300- Just north of Canning on Route 358, from the roadside foot) cliffs that have been carved by the world’s highest you can see breathtaking panoramic views of the tides, which rise and fall over 15 metres (50 feet) every Annapolis Valley, stretching out in a patchwork of day. Watch from the platform above as the Bay of greens toward the red-hued Minas Basin and the Fundy tides funnel into the Minas Channel, creating Landscape of Grand Pré UNESCO World Heritage Site. the Dory Rips. As the changing tides flow around the headland, a collision of three opposing tidal currents View Park, The Landscape of Grand Pré meet on a subsurface reef, forcing water upward in a Take in the full expanse of the Landscape of Grand Pré powerful display (see page 96). UNESCO World Heritage Site from the View Park on Old Post Road, Grand Pré. Cape Chignecto Provincial Park, West Advocate Bay of Fundy Tidal Interpretive Centre, Although best described as a wilderness park, South Maitland this expansive coastal park offers adventure for all From the deck overlooking the majestic comfort and skill levels. Experienced adventurers Shubenacadie River, enjoy a stunning view of this tidal can challenge themselves with over 50 kilometres of environment that changes by the minute! If you time wilderness hiking trails and walk-in campsites. The your visit right, you’ll witness the natural phenomenon Eatonville day use area near Apple River offers over known as a tidal bore (see page 95). 5 kilometres of family-accessible trails which lead to Victoria Park, Truro viewing platforms with spectacular views of the Three Winding through a deep gorge, a bubbling stream Sisters sea stacks, Eatonville Harbour, the raised beach leads to two waterfalls in this 3000-acre natural park at Squally Point, and the upper Bay of Fundy. Enjoy in the centre of town, with great hiking and biking lunch in the picnic area after your hike(see page 106). trails (see page 96).

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Hall’s Harbour at low tide Hall’s Harbour at high tide

Not-to-be-missed experiences The Bay of Fundy and Annapolis Valley region offers experiences and places to explore as bountiful and varied as the valley harvests. Below are a few suggestions to help make your visit complete. More unique experiences and attractions can be found starting on page 93.

History by candlelight Cliffs of Fundy Geopark Adventure Candlelight Graveyard Tours, Annapolis Royal Various locations Have you ever thought of a graveyard as a place of Towering over the most extreme tides on earth, the adventure, learning, and discovery? Tour the oldest Cliffs of Fundy tell a story that dates back hundreds of English graveyard in Canada by candlelight with an millions of years. A story of continents colliding and internationally acclaimed heritage interpreter ripping apart; of prehistoric creatures and dinosaurs (see page 107). that once roamed the earth; of First Nations’ legends Hall’s Harbour Wharf that inspire the imagination; and of people that have adapted to an everchanging tide and world around In scenic Hall’s Harbour, lobster boats bob at the them. The Cliffs of Fundy Geopark is an area of global wharf’s high-tide mark. A mere six hours later, when significance that follows Nova Scotia’s Bay of Fundy the tide recedes, the colourful fleet of vessels lies from the Fundy Discovery Site in Lower Truro to Cape grounded on the harbour floor. Watch the tide recede Chignecto Provincial Park. The Geopark features a as you enjoy a lobster supper overlooking the harbour collection of geological sites and experiences that at Hall’s Harbour Lobster Pound (see page 100). highlight some of the most extraordinary landscapes Plankton, Periwinkles and Predators and special places in the province. fundygeopark.ca Gael Tours, Digby North America’s only Hop-on, Walk the ocean floor during this hands-on adventure. Hop-off wine tour The low tides of the Bay of Fundy expose several The Wolfville Magic Winery Bus, Wolfville zones of seashore life, including periwinkles and Visit five local wineries in a traditional British double- barnacles (see page 107). decker bus (June to October). A must for wine Balancing Rock, Long Island enthusiasts; sample Nova Scotia’s award-winning, An up-close view of Long Island’s striking basalt rock internationally recognized wines (see page 107). formations is just a five-minute ferry ride and a short Enjoy award-winning theatre hike from Digby Neck. This frequently photographed on the Parrsboro Harbour spot is a massive columnar basalt sea stack rock that rests precariously on its end. You have to see it to Ship’s Company Theatre, Parrsboro Ship’s Company Theatre’s season commences on believe it! For information on this and other trails in the area Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley see page 105. July 1 with three Main Stage plays, a Kid’s Stage production, Monday Night Concert Series, Youth Run on the ocean floor Theatre Camps, and much more! (See page 96.) Not Since Moses Run, Five Islands Lace up your running shoes and run or walk 5 or 10 kilometres across a tidal river and onto an exposed sea bed, next to magnificent cliffs that are usually underwater. Held at low tide on August 22, 2020. notsincemoses.com NovaScotia.com 81

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An Acadian story Nova Scotia’s wildlife Grand-Pré National Historic Site, Grand Pré Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park, Stewiacke Stroll through sweeping gardens and a memorial Animal lovers will enjoy a stroll through the park church marking the 17th-century Acadian village and learning about the native wildlife species that call the Deportation that were both immortalized in H. W. Nova Scotia home. The two kilometres of wheelchair- Longfellow’s epic poem, Evangeline: A Tale of Acadie friendly paths offer an intimate look at the animals. (see page 95). Pack a lunch and eat in the picnic area. Kids will love See iconic Mi’kmaw petroglyphs the onsite playground! (See page 95.) (carvings in stone) Mi’kmaw heritage and legends Kejimkujik National Park & National Millbrook Cultural and Heritage Centre, Historic Site, Maitland Bridge Millbrook/Truro Explore ancient Mi’kmaw canoe routes, Follow the statue of Kluskap to Mi’kmaw heritage, encampments, and portages, backcountry camping legends, and storytelling through an innovative sites, spectacular stargazing, and an impressive multimedia presentation. You’ll also enjoy extensive system of hiking and cycling trails. Bring your own displays of ancient artifacts and traditional crafts. Be equipment or rent a canoe or kayak and safety sure to stop by the gift shop for authentic crafts and equipment at Whynot Adventure Outfitters books (see page 95). (see pages 94 & 102).

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Dig for Dinosaurs Fundy Geological Museum An adventure millions of years in the making— experience the thrill of uncovering some of Canada’s oldest fossils. Hosted by the Fundy Geological Museum, fossil lovers will be whisked away on a 60-minute boat ride along the rugged cliffs and islands of the Bay of Fundy, followed by a walk on the ocean floor to the dig site along the fossil-rich Parrsboro Shore. Adventurers need not pack a lunch as the expedition begins with a fresh, local lobster roll

to satisfy your appetite (see page 96). Fundy Tides and Fireside Adventure Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley Fundy Cliffside Yoga and Kayaking Shubenacadie Tidal Bore Rafting Resort NovaShores Adventures Take a thrilling Zodiac ride on tidal bore waves, Awaken your mind and body in a sun salutation feel the rush of mud-sliding, float in waters of overlooking the Bay of Fundy’s stunning Cape d’Or the world’s highest tides, and savour a wine and cliffs and lighthouse. Feel pampered with a neck seafood tasting on a sandbar! Back on land, massage and chef-prepared gourmet breakfast, then indulge in an authentic lobster boil before bonfire explore the dramatic coastline on a guided sea kayak fun with live music and a Nova Scotia rum flight

adventure (see page 106). (see page 89). NovaScotia.com 8282 Historical escapes The region is home to some of the province’s earliest recorded history, from the fossils of prehistoric creatures that roamed these lands to the legends of the Mi’kmaq and European settlers. In addition to the following suggestions, a full list of museums and attractions starts on page 93.

Port-Royal National Historic Site, Port Royal Port-Royal National Historic Site Raise a toast to Samuel de Champlain and his hardy crew! On this site in 1605, they built the original Port Royal Habitation and founded North America’s first social club, the Order of Good Cheer, to help combat the hardships of winter. The Order of Good Cheer is both a stop on the Good Cheer Trail and inspiration for its name (see page 94). Admiral Digby Museum, Digby This mid-1800s Georgian home presents period rooms containing impressive collections of furnishings, artifacts, and archives, and a genealogical Joggins Fossil Centre research centre (see page 94). Fort Anne National Historic Site, Annapolis Royal A meeting place for cultures and a focal point for historic power struggles and treaty negotiations, Fort Anne played a key role in the forces and events that shaped this community, province, and nation (see page 94). Greenwood Military Aviation Museum, Greenwood Through aircraft displays of Argus, Lancaster, Haliburton House Museum, Windsor Neptune, and T33, trace Greenwood’s military history Judge Thomas Chandler Haliburton’s elegant villa from its beginnings as an RAF Station in 1942 to its is furnished with some of his own Victorian-era present-day status as the largest airbase in Atlantic possessions, including the desk where he may have Canada (see page 94). written his famous “Sam Slick” stories, coining such North Hills Museum, Granville Ferry famous quotes as “raining cats and dogs,” “quick as a A must-see for antique buffs, this beautifully restored wink,” and “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound mid-18th-century farmhouse boasts a fine collection of of cure” (see page 95). English furniture, ceramics, silver, and Georgian glass Lawrence House Museum, Maitland (see page 94). From his study window, William D. Lawrence could Prescott House Museum, Starr’s Point watch his bustling shipyard on the shore of Cobequid Learn about the growth of Nova Scotia’s apple industry Bay. The museum depicts life in Maitland in the late at this gracious Georgian house; it belonged to 19th century, and a tour through his home’s 23 rooms Charles Prescott, a horticulturalist who introduced will take you past many of the heirlooms he collected over 25 varieties of apples to Nova Scotia (see page 94). in his world travels (see page 95).

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FORCE — The Fundy Ocean Research Centre for Energy Stop at the FORCE visitor centre overlooking the technology test site in the Bay of Fundy. Learn about this leading Canadian research centre that is studying the potential for tidal turbines to operate within the Bay of Fundy (see page 96).

Anne Murray Centre, Springhill Burntcoat Head Park Get a glimpse into the incredible life of Nova Scotia songbird Anne Murray. Create a “duet” with Anne Springhill Miners’ Museum, Springhill and get up close with the dozens of awards she has Tour the depths of a coal mine, famous in song and received over her decades-long music career legend, with a knowledgeable guide, and see unique (see page 96). artifacts depicting the town’s remarkable industrial heritage (see page 96). Mastodon Ridge, Stewiacke A life-sized replica of a mastodon that lived 89,000 Age of Sail Heritage Centre, Port Greville years ago towers atop the ridge overlooking the This family-oriented centre depicts the rich heritage Shuben­acadie River. Drop by the site’s visitor centre, of the Minas Basin timber and shipbuilding industries visit the art gallery, enjoy an ice cream and 18 holes within a restored Methodist church, blacksmith shop, of mini-golf (see page 95) or visit Coldstream Clear and historical lighthouse (see page 96). Distillery’s shop to sample and pick up a bottle of their Fundy Geological Museum, Parrsboro rum, vodka or flavoured liqueurs (see page 100). Check out the planet’s earliest dinosaurs, giant Colchester Historeum, Truro dragonflies, and bug-like creatures as big as baseball State-of-the-art exhibits focus on the social history bats! Interactive displays throughout the gallery lead of Colchester County; the museum’s genealogical you through half a billion years of geological history. resources include family and community histories, Discover the area’s rich geological past on a guided photographs, and archival papers (see page 95). beach tour with museum experts (see page 96). Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley Heritage Amherst Joggins Models Fossil Cliffs

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Age of Sail Springhill Miners’ Cape Heritage 2 Museum Chignecto Centre Anne Murray The Bay of Fundy: Waterfall Centre Advocate Port Fundy Geological Canada’s Natural Wonder Harbour Williamsdale Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley Greville Museum Parrsboro Cape d’Or Lighthouse Cape Lookoff Split Cobequid Interpretation 4 Halls 104 Harbourville Harbour Centre Blomidon Cape Blomidon Visitor Information Evangeline Five Islands Bass Park 2 Trail Prescott House Park Economy River North Hills Kingston Aylesford Minas Basin Centre locations Berwick Museum Ferry Museum Middleton Grand Burntcoat 101 Cambridge e Fort Anne Bridgetown Pré 1 Selma Port-Royal Kentville Wolfville Walton Noel Macdonald Oaklawn 104 Cheverie Maitland Tidal Bore Digby Annapolis Museum Farm Zoo Acadia Digby Neck & Islands Scenic Driv Randall Area Truro Royal Historic Greenwood University Summerville Victoria Park Long Island y 101 Upper House Lawrence Smith’s Gardens Military Hantsport 102 Glooscap Ferry Clements Museum Avondale House East Ferry St. Bernard Cove Museum Heritage Tiverton Park Mickey Hill Tidal View Farms Museum Church Bear River Fort Edward Centre rry Windsor 2 FerryFe 12 1 Upper Westport Freeport Stewiacke Stewiacke 8 Rawdon 14 Shand 14 Mastodon Ridge Brier Island 1 Gold Mines 10 House Shubenacadie Museum New Shubenacadie Provincial NovaScotia.com Kejimkujik Haliburton Scenic Drive Ross 101 Wildlife Park House Maitland Bridge Museum To Kejimkujik National Park and Halifax National Historic Site of Canada BAY OF FUNDY & WHALE COVE DIGBY 8484 ANNAPOLIS VALLEY LISTINGS Whale Cove Inn Admiral Digby Inn . $90 "p. H $109–275, XP $10 Communities are listed in order as found 50 Whale Cove Road 441 Shore Road when travelling through the region on the 902-834-2025 902-245-2531, 800-465-6262 Scenic Travelway roads. [email protected] [email protected] www.whalecoveinn.org www.digbyhotels.com ACCOMMODATIONS Q,D•Ens or shared bath•48-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ Charming inn with a panoramic view of the For a key to codes and symbols, see page 2. Tourist Home: 4 • Year-round Annapolis Basin. 44 drive-up A/C rooms WESTPORT (3 with balcony) & 3 cottages; licensed NEW EDINBURGH restaurant; lounge; laundromat; heated pool. Bay of Fundy Inn & Guesthouse Baie Ste Marie Ocean Front Cottages K,Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•24-hr CXL•@ q. H $85–200 "pccccd H $195 Cottage: 3 Motel: 44 • Apr 15–Nov 15 137 & 143 Second Street 1029 Riverside Road 902-839-2346, 800-239-2189 Bayside Inn 902-769-0797, 866-769-0797 [email protected] qcccd. $89–129, XP $20 [email protected] www.novascotiawhalewatching.ca 115 Montague Row www.nsoceanfrontcottages.com Q,D,T•Pvt or shared bath•48-hr CXL•Light b’fast 902-245-2247, 888-754-0555 K,Q,T•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ Tourist Home: 4 • Year-round [email protected] Cottage: 3• Year-round www.baysideinn.ca WEYMOUTH K,Q,D•Ens, pvt or shared bath•24-hr CXL Goodwin Hotel Full b’fast•@ q. $60–80 B&B Inn: 10 • Year-round 4616 Highway 1 Breakers Bed and Breakfast 902-837-5120 qccccc $159–189 [email protected] 5 Water Street D,T,S•Pvt or shared bath•24-hr CXL•@ 902-245-6416, 866-333-5773 Inn: 10 • Year-round Brier Island Lodge & Restaurant [email protected] WEYMOUTH NORTH "p,cccd. H $109–159, www.thebreakersbb.com Mullen’s Bayside Farm & Cottages 557 Water Street XP $10 George & Betty Cook. Luxurious A/C rooms p,. H $1750 weekly 902-839-2300, 800-662-8355 with 4-pc bath. Rated 5 stars. Gourmet full 580 Fort Point Road [email protected] breakfast. Seaside home (c 1853); antiques; 902-837-5353 www.brierisland.com panoramic harbour view of scallop fleet & [email protected] K,Q,D,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ Fundy tides. www.baysidefarm.com Motel: 39 • May 1–Oct 15 Q•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ K,Q,D,T•Ens or pvt bath•4-wk CXL•@ B&B: 4 • May 1–Oct 30 Cottage: 4 Vac. Home: 1 • Apr 1–Oct 31 Dock & Doze Motel p. H $90–125 GULLIVER’S COVE 353 Water Street Gulliver’s Cove Oceanview Cottage 902-839-2601 qcccc H $125–145, XP $10 [email protected] 660 Gulliver’s Cove Road D,T,S•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ 902-245-4388 Motel: 3 • Year-round [email protected] Hooking by the Sea www.gulliversretreat.com pcccc. $80–125; no tax Q,T•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL Coastal Inn Digby 33 Church Street Cottage: 1 • Year-round 902-308-2107 pcccd H $85–143, XP $12 111 Warwick Street

Accommodations DIGBY NECK & ISLANDS AREA [email protected] www.hookingbythesearetreats.com 902-245-4747, 800-401-1155 [email protected] CENTREVILLE Q,D,T•Ens or shared bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ www.coastalinns.com Graham’s Cottage Retreat B&B: 3 • Year-round p,. H $125–190, XP $10 37 drive-up units (queen, double, twin; 3 H); 91 Grahams Drive Paradise on Brier Accommodation 4-pc bath, AC, TV, Wi-Fi, phone, hairdryer, pcccc H 902-834-2590, 888-839-2590 $995 weekly; no tax coffee machine. Light breakfast included. [email protected] 389 Water Street Restaurant, laundromat, conference room. www.grahamscottages.com 902-247-5667 Q,D,T•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ 1- & 2-bdrm oceanfront cottages with 4-pc bath, [email protected] Motel: 37 • Year-round www.marielaurehansson.wix.com/ propane fireplace, deck, BBQ. No TV or phone. paradise-on-brier Come From Away B&B Inn Secluded; private beach; bonfire area; hiking, Q,T•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ p,cccc. $110–150, XP $20 swimming, fishing. Smoking on deck only. Apt.: 1 • Year-round 98 Montague Row Q,D,S•Pvt bath•4-wk CXL 902-245-2413, 877-392-2413 Cottage: 4 • Apr 15–Oct 15 DIGBY ENTRY AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) [email protected] www.comefromawayinn.com SANDY COVE BRIGHTON The Olde Village Inn K,Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Scotia Bay Motel B&B Inn: 10 • Apr 1–Nov 30 Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley . $115–135 q. H $80–110, XP $10 387 Church Hill Road 9066 Highway 101 Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa 902-834-2202 902-245-5698 pcccc.JJJ $140–550 [email protected] [email protected] 103 Shore Road www.theoldevillageinn.com Q,D,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ 902-245-2511, 800-667-4637 Q,D•Ens bath•Light b’fast•@ Motel: 14 • Year-round [email protected] B&B Inn: 6 • May 15–Oct 15 www.digbypines.ca 79 rooms, 6 suites & 31 duplex cottages with 4-pc bath, A/C, free Wi-Fi; shared living rooms & fireplaces in cottages. Licensed restaurant, resort facilities and activities, golf.

NovaScotia.com K,Q,T•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•@ Resort: 147 • May 15–Oct 10 Dockside Suites Summer’s Country Inn CORNWALLIS pccccc H $109–259, XP $10 qcccd H $95–120, XP $15 Annapolis Basin Conference Centre 85 34 Water Street 16 Warwick Street p. H $80–104 902-245-4950, 866-445-4950 902-245-2250 761 Broadway Avenue [email protected] [email protected] 902-638-8602, 888-830-4466 www.fundyrestaurant.com www.summerscountryinn.ca [email protected] K,Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ www.abcc.ca Apt.: 4 Suite: 14 • Year-round Apt.: 2 B&B Inn: 9 • May 1–Oct 31 Q,D,T,S•Pvt or shared bath•4-wk CXL•@ Harmony Bed & Breakfast CULLODEN Dorm-style: 185 • Year-round qcccc $79–114 Cliffside B&B Estate END OF DIGBY ENTRY AREA 111 Montague Row qccccd $150–230 902-245-2817, 800-890-4637 1820 Culloden Road MAITLAND BRIDGE [email protected] 902-245-4285, 855-280-8445 Mersey River Chalets & Nature www.harmonybedbreakfast.ns.ca [email protected] Retreat Q,D•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ www.cliffside.ca "pcccd H $110–205, XP $25 B&B: 4 • Year-round K,Q,T•Ens or pvt bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ 315 Mersey River Chalets Road Harmony Suites Tourist Home: 4 • May 1–Oct 31 902-682-2443, 877-667-2583 "qcccc H $119–144, XP $15 SMITH’S COVE [email protected] 111 Montague Row www.merseyriverchalets.com Basinview Motel Q,D,T•Ens, pvt or shared bath•4-wk CXL 800-890-4637 qccc. $95–150, XP $15 Cottage: 7 Motel: 4 • Year-round [email protected] 348 Highway 1 www.harmonybedbreakfast.ns.ca 902-245-4983, 888-285-4983 ANNAPOLIS ROYAL AREA K,Q•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ [email protected] (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) Suite: 6 • Year-round www.basinviewmotel.com UPPER CLEMENTS Hillside Landing B&B Q,D,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ Upper Clements Cottages p,cccc. $130, XP $25 Motel: 8 • June 1–Oct 1 "q,cccc. H $130–220, 152 Queen Street Birch Villa Cottages 3059 Highway 1 XP $10 902-247-5781 "q,ccc H $94–186 902-532-0269, 800-717-6549 [email protected] 234 Old Highway 1 [email protected] www.hillsidelanding.com 902-245-4945, 800-748-8769 www.upperclementscottages.com K,Q•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ [email protected] Q,D,T•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ B&B: 3 • Year-round www.birchvillacottages.com Cottage: 7 Mini-home: 1 • Year-round D,T•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ Ocean Hillside Bed & Breakfast ALLAIN’S CREEK qcccc $98–125; no tax Cottage: 11 Motel: 2 • May 1–Oct 1 Annapolis Royal Inn 24 Annivista Heights (off Shore Road) Harbourview Inn 902-245-5932, 877-766-1689 "pcccd H $135–175, XP $10 p,cccc/ccccd. 3924 Highway 1 [email protected] 25 Harbourview Road $124–159, www.oceanhillsidebb.com 902-532-2323, 888-857-8889 902-245-5686, 877-449-0705 XP $20 [email protected] K,Q•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ [email protected] www.annapolisroyalinn.com B&B: 4 • May 1–Oct 30 www.theharbourviewinn.com Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ Seawinds Motel K,Q•Ens or pvt bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Motel: 30 • Year-round pcccd. H $79–179, XP $15 B&B Inn: 10 Cottage: 3 Vac. Home: 1 ANNAPOLIS ROYAL 90 Montague Row May 15–Oct 26 902-245-2573 At the Turret Bed & Breakfast Hedley House by the Sea pccccd. $120–150 [email protected] pcccd H $89–169 www.seawindsmotel.com 372 St George Street 375 Highway 1 902-532-5770 Accommodations Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•72-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ 902-245-2500, 877-826-2500 Apt.: 1 Motel: 10 • May 1–Oct 31 [email protected] [email protected] www.attheturret.com Shore Line Restaurant, Gifts and www.hedleyhouse.ca K,Q,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Accommodations Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ B&B: 4 • May 1–Dec 1 pcccd. $79–139, XP $15 Motel: 14 • May 15–Oct 15 78 Water Street Bailey House Bed & Breakfast Villages of Mountain Gap Resort ,. $110–350, XP $35 902-245-2573 pcccd. H $99–390 [email protected] 150 St George Street 217 Highway 1 902-532-1285, 877-532-1285 www.seawindsmotel.com 902-245-5841 Q,D•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ [email protected] [email protected] www.baileyhouse.ca Tourist Home: 7 • May 15–Oct 15 www.mountaingap.ca K,Q•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ 36 acres of beautiful grounds, a private Shore Thing Seafood – B&B: 4 Cottage: 1 • Year-round Galley & Quarters beach, a beautiful rustic version of today’s pcccd H $110–145, XP $10 accommodations, and spectacular sunsets! Garrison House Inn & Restaurant 40 Water Street Many activities and amenities. Recent upgrades. qcccc $95–185, XP $15 902-532-0155 K,Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•72-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ 350 St George Street [email protected] Resort: 36 • May 15–Oct 15 902-532-5750, 866-532-5750 Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley [email protected] Q•Pvt bath•@ DEEP BROOK Suite: 2 • Year-round www.garrisonhouse.ca Still Point Lodge Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Siesta Motel q. H $120–325 Inn: 7 • May 1–Nov 1 p. H $75–100, XP $10 110 Colonial Arms Drive 81 Montague Row 902-308-1874 Hillsdale House Inn 902-245-2568 [email protected] p,cccc. $92–172, XP $20 [email protected] www.stillpointlodge.ca 519 St George Street www.siestamotel.org K,Q,D,T,S•Ens or pvt bath•@ 902-532-2345, 877-839-2821 Q,D,T•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ Cottage: 5 Tourist Home: 3 • May 1–Oct 31 [email protected] Motel: 15 • Year-round www.hillsdalehouseinn.ca K,Q,T•Ens bath•Full b’fast NovaScotia.com B&B Inn: 13 • May 11–Oct 31 Just B Lodging GRANVILLE BEACH PARADISE 8686 . H $80–110 Granvalley Bed & Breakfast Burnbrae Farm & Paradise Inn 92 Prince Albert Road cccc. $108–140, XP $25; no tax q,cccc. $109–179, XP $20 902-532-2392 4474 Granville Road 5673 Highway 201 [email protected] 902-532-5678 902-584-3206 www.justblodging.ca [email protected] [email protected] Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ www.granvalley.com www.burnbraeparadise.ca Apt.: 1 • Year-round Q,D,S•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Historical farmhouse with four guest rooms, Queen Anne Inn B&B: 2 • June 1–Oct 31 two fireplaces, library, orchard, tennis, pool, ccccd. $119–239, XP $20 PARKER’S COVE hiking and biking trails. Free parking. Close to golf, winery, and brewery. 494 Upper St George Street Mountain Top Cottages & Q,T•Ens or pvt bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ 902-532-7850, 877-536-0403 Campground B&B: 4 • Year-round [email protected] q. H $122–174, XP $10 www.queenanneinn.ns.ca 854 Parker Mountain Road MIDDLETON AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) K,Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ 902-532-2564, 877-885-1185 B&B Inn: 12 • Apr 15–Oct 30 [email protected] PORT GEORGE Tides & Time Vacation Home www.mountaintopcottages.com Rocky Shores & Seals Cottages pcccd. H $90–125; no tax Q,D,T•Pvt bath•2-wk CXL•@ "qcccd. H $139–165 225 St George Street Cottage: 17 • May 15–Oct 15 508 Waterfront Lane 403-251-5869, 877-825-6333 902-532-2050 GRANVILLE CENTRE [email protected] [email protected] Croft House Bed and Breakfast www.rockyshoresandseals.com www.tidesandtime.ca p,. $75–90, XP $20; no tax Q,D•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ Q,D•Pvt bath•@ 51 Riverview Lane Cottage: 2 • May 1–Oct 31 Cottage: 1 • Year-round 902-532-0584, 866-532-0584 LEQUILLE [email protected] MIDDLETON Helen’s Cabins www.crofthouse.ca Fundy Spray Motel ccc. H $85–135 Q,S•Shared bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ p. H $72–100, XP $5 106 Route 201 B&B: 2 • May 15–Oct 15 443 Main Street 902-532-5207 902-825-3424 BRIDGETOWN AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) [email protected] [email protected] www.tomspizzeriahelenscabins.ca UPPER GRANVILLE Q,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ Q,D,S•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ Broken Wheel B&B Motel: 16 • Year-round Cabin: 5 • May 1–Oct 15 ,. $85–95, XP $20 Hannam House Bed & Breakfast SOUTH MILFORD 8544 Highway 1 qcccd $75–85, XP $10; no tax Milford House Cabins 902-665-4800 145 Commercial Street p. H $155–230, XP $20 [email protected] 902-825-6464 5296 Highway 8 www.brokenwheelbb.com [email protected] 902-532-2617, 877-532-5751 Q,T•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Q,D•Shared bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ [email protected] B&B: 3 • Year-round B&B: 3 • Apr 15–Dec 15 www.milfordhouse.ca BRIDGETOWN Just Dropping Inn Bed & Breakfast Q,D,S•Pvt bath•2-wk CXL•@ Bridgetown Motor Inn qccc $55–85; no tax Cabin: 28 • May 18–Oct 15 "pccd $109, XP $20 44 School Street WEST SPRINGHILL 396 Granville Street East 902-825-3062 [email protected] Tranquil Times B&B 902-665-4403, 888-350-5512 Q,D•Pvt or shared bath•12-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ p,cccc $85–125, XP $20 [email protected] www.bridgetownmotorinn.com B&B: 2 • Year-round Accommodations 193 Brown’s Lane 902-532-2811 Q,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ Middleton Motel & Suites [email protected] Motel: 28 • May 1–Nov 1 "p,ccc H $79–259, XP $10 www.bbcanada.com/tranquiltimes Carleton Inn & Cottages 121 Main Street Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ q cccd/ccccd. H $119–299, 902-825-3433, 855-825-3433 B&B: 4 • Year-round 4101 Highway 201 XP $15 [email protected] GRANVILLE FERRY 902-665-4716, 866-665-4716 www.middletonmotel.ca [email protected] K,Q,D•Ens bath•@ A Seafaring Maiden B&B www.carletoninn.ca Motel: 46 • Year-round p,ccccd. $109–139 Q,D,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ 5287 Granville Road Orchard Queen Motel & R.V. Park 902-532-0379, 888-532-0379 Cabin: 4 Motel: 6 Suite: 5 "q,ccc H $70–100, XP $7 [email protected] Year-round 425 Main Street www.aseafaringmaiden.com Harrington House Bed & Breakfast 902-825-4801, 855-825-4801 K,Q•Ens or pvt bath•Full b’fast•@ q. $100–120, XP $35; [email protected] B&B: 3 • Year-round 325 Granville Street no tax www.orchardqueenmotelrvpark.com 902-665-4938 Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ Grand Oak Manor Bed & Breakfast [email protected] Motel: 8 • May 1–Oct 15

Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley q. $119, XP $15 www.harringtonhouse.ca 5345 Granville Road WILMOT 902-308-1592 Q•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Vidito Family Campground [email protected] B&B: 2 • Year-round & Cottages www.grandoakbnb.ca ST. CROIX COVE p. H $70–99, XP $5 Q,T•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Hannah Hill House B&B 13736 Highway 1 B&B: 3 • Year-round q,cccc $85–135; no tax 902-825-4380 8831 St. Croix Cove Road [email protected] 902-665-3070 www.viditocamp.com [email protected] Q,D,S•Ens or pvt bath•@ Q,D•Ens or shared bath•24-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Cottage: 11 Motel: 5 • May 1–Oct 15 B&B: 2 • May 15–Oct 10 NovaScotia.com END OF MIDDLETON AREA ALBANY CROSS KINGSTON SOMERSET Rhodie’s Rest Aurora Inn PillowCase B&B 87 pcccd. H $1300–1700 weekly pcccd. $119–155 q. $110–150, XP $20 22 George Road 831 Main Street 526 Highway 360 780-340-8134 902-765-3306 902-538-0601 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.rhodiesrest.com www.aurorainn.net www.pillowcasebb.ca K,Q,D,T•Ens or pvt bath•4-wk CXL•@ K,Q•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•24-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Vac. Home: 1 • Apr 1–Nov 1 Motel: 23 • Year-round B&B: 3 • Year-round EAST DALHOUSIE Bramble Lane Farm & Cottage KENTVILLE/NEW MINAS AREA Ledge’s Edge pcccd H $140; no tax (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) pcccd. H $195–295 437 Brooklyn Street 82 Black Duck Lake Road 902-765-6730 KENTVILLE 902-547-2343 [email protected] Grand Street Inn [email protected] www.bramblelane.ca q,. $85–140 www.ledgesedge.com Q,T•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL 160 Main Street Q,T•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL Cottage: 1 • Apr 1–Nov 30 902-679-1991, 877-245-4744 Cabin: 1 Vac. Home: 1 • Year-round [email protected] Creekside Bed & Breakfast Q,D,T•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ KINGSTON AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) q,cccc. $110–120, XP $20 B&B: 3 • Year-round 140 Highway 221 MARGARETSVILLE 902-765-0346, 877-344-2193 CENTREVILLE By the Dock of the Bay Cottages [email protected] Delft Haus Bed & Breakfast p. H $135–250 www.creeksidebedandbreakfast.ca q,ccccd. $125–165 28 Haddock Alley Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ 1942 Highway 359 800-407-2856 B&B: 4 • Apr 15–Sept 10 902-678-7077, 833-818-8044 [email protected] [email protected] www.cottagesnovascotia.com BERWICK AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) www.delfthaus.com Q,D•Pvt bath•@ BERWICK Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Cottage: 4 • May 1–Oct 31 Candle Inn the Window B&B B&B: 4 • Year-round qccccc $120–140, XP $25 156 Brown Street 902-538-0698, 866-338-0698 [email protected] www.candleinnbandb.com K,Q,T•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ B&B: 4 • Year-round Accommodations Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley NovaScotia.com NEW MINAS Blomidon Inn The Stella Rose B&B 8888 Greensboro Inn qcccc H $119–269 p,ccccd. $129–159, XP $20 "qcccd $115–149, XP $10 195 Main Street 611 Main Street 9016 Commercial Street 902-542-2291, 800-565-2291 902-697-2368, 855-533-2368 902-681-3201 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.blomidon.ns.ca www.thestellarose.com www.greensboromotelns.com Q,D,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Q,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ Inn: 31 • Year-round B&B: 3 • Feb 1–Dec 31 Motel: 25 • Year-round Blue Shutters Accommodation Victoria’s Historic Inn Slumber Inn "qccccd $100–135, XP $30 "qccccc $139–225, XP $20 "pcccd. $120–200 7 Blomidon Terrace 600 Main Street 5534 Prospect Road 902-542-3363, 877-715-3378 902-542-5744, 800-556-5744 902-681-5000, 800-914-5005 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.blueshuttersbnb.ns.ca www.victoriasinn.com www.slumberinn.ca Q•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•@ Q,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Recently renovated. 76 rooms (2 barrier-free), B&B: 3 • Year-round B&B Inn: 16 • Year-round 3-pc bath with oversize shower, A/C, phone Garden House Stay LOWER WOLFVILLE (free local calls), mini-fridge, microwave. Light q. $65–130, XP $25 Raven Hill Vineyard & Retreat breakfast incl. Guest laundry. 220 Main Street ccccd H $175–350 Q,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ 902-542-1703 11140 Highway 1 Hotel: 76 • Year-round [email protected] 902-690-5619 www.gardenhouse.ca WOLFVILLE AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) [email protected] Q,D•Pvt or shared bath•@ www.ravenhillvineyard.com GREENWICH Guest Room: 3 • July 1–Oct 31 K,Q•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ Gingerbread House Inn Tourist Home: 1 • Year-round q,cccc $125–215, XP $20 GASPEREAU 8 Robie Tufts Drive Gaspereau Valley Bed & Breakfast 902-542-1458, 888-542-1458 q. $95 [email protected] 920 Gaspereau River Road www.gingerbreadhouse.ca 902-670-1787 K,Q,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ [email protected] B&B Inn: 7 • Year-round www.gaspereau.ca Old Orchard Inn & Spa In Wolfville Luxury Bed & Breakfast Q•Shared bath•48-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ "pcccd/cccc. $117–225, q,ccccd. $149–169, XP $30 Tourist Home: 4 • Year-round 153 Greenwich Road South XP $15 56 Main Street NORTH GRAND PRÉ 902-542-5751, 800-561-8090 902-542-0400, 888-542-0400 Beach Breeze Motel [email protected] [email protected] q. H $110–150, XP $10 www.oldorchardinn.com www.inwolfville.ns.ca 127 Evangeline Beach Road Rejuvenate at our full-service spa, indoor pool K,Q,T•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ 902-542-5588 and sauna, or take in the sun, sea air and B&B: 4 • Year-round [email protected] panoramic view on our patio sundeck. 100 A/C Micro Boutique Living www.beachbreezemotel.com guest rooms, free Wi-Fi, Acadian dining room. pcccc. H $109–189 D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ K,Q,D,T,S•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ 336 Main Street Motel: 9 • May 10–Oct 16 Cabin: 29 Hotel: 100 • Year-round 888-501-2325 GRAND PRÉ CANNING [email protected] Evangeline Inn www.microboutiqueliving.com Accommodations Farmhouse Inn B&B q,cccc $129–149 p,ccccd $129–169, XP $20 Q•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•@ 11668 Highway 1 9757 Main Street Apt.: 20 • May 1–Aug 31 902-542-2703, 888-542-2703 902-582-7900, 800-928-4346 Reta’s Hideaway by the Harbour [email protected] [email protected] q. H $195–299 www.evangeline.ns.ca www.farmhouseinn.ca 318 Main Street K,Q,D,T•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ K,Q,T•Ens bath•Full b’fast•@ 902-542-5607 B&B Inn: 5 • May 2–Oct 25 B&B Inn: 6 • Year-round [email protected] Evangeline Motel Look Inn Guest Room www.retashideaway.ca "q,cccd $119–139, XP $10 qcccd $100 Q•Pvt bath•8-wk CXL•@ 11668 Highway 1 3369 Highway 358 Apt.: 1 • May 1–Nov 30 902-542-2703, 888-542-2703 902-582-3022 Roselawn Lodging [email protected] [email protected] "pcccd H $99–200, XP $10 www.evangeline.ns.ca www.lookoffcamping.com/?page_id=5 32 Main Street K,Q,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ D•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•@ 902-542-3420, 866-710-5900 Motel: 18 • May 2–Oct 25 Tourist Home: 1 • May 17–Sept 29 [email protected] Olde Lantern Inn & Vineyard WOLFVILLE www.roselawnlodging.ca

Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley qccccd $119–157 Acadia University Q,D,S•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ 11575 Highway 1 q. H $50–100 Cottage: 11 Motel: 30 • Year-round 902-542-1389, 877-965-3845 55 University Avenue Tattingstone Inn [email protected] 902-585-1321, 855-585-1321 p,ccccd. $115–195, XP $15 www.oldlanterninn.com [email protected] 620 Main Street Replica of 1700s Cape-style with cozy ensuite www.acadia.ca 902-542-7696, 800-565-7696 rooms. Hot breakfast served. Stroll through D,S•Shared bath•48-hr CXL•@ [email protected] vineyards to Domaine de Grand Pré winery and Dorm-style: 1062 • May 8–Aug 16 www.tattingstoneinn.com enjoy fine dining at their restaurant, Le Caveau. K,Q,D•Pvt bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Q•Ens bath•1-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ B&B Inn: 14 • Year-round B&B: 4 • May 1–Feb 28 NovaScotia.com Rayski Guest House SUMMERVILLE TRURO qccccd H $350; no tax Flying Apron Inn & Cookery Abide Within Bed & Breakfast 89 211 Old Post Road qcccc $130–185 "p,ccccd $129; no tax 902-300-3123, 855-900-3123 3 Summerville Wharf Road 45 Douglas Street, Truro [email protected] 902-633-2300, 844-633-2300 902-986-1155 www.rayskiguesthouse.com [email protected] [email protected] Q,T•Ens or pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ www.flyingaproncookery.ca www.abidewithinbnb.ca Vac. Home: 1 • Year-round K,Q,T•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Q,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Sandpiper Lane Cottage Inn: 5 • Year-round B&B: 3 • Year-round qcccc H $1100 weekly; no tax BURNTCOAT Baker’s Chest Bed & Breakfast 25 Sandpiper Lane Shangri-la Cottages qccccd. $120–145, XP $30 902-542-4610 "p,cccc H $179–229, 53 Farnham Road, Bible Hill [email protected] 32 Faulkner Lane XP $25 902-893-4824, 877-822-5655 www.sandpiperlanecottage.ca 902-369-2050, 866-977-3977 [email protected] Q,S•Pvt bath [email protected] www.bakerschest.ca Cottage: 1 • Year-round www.shangri-lacottages.com K,Q,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Q,S•Pvt bath•2-wk CXL•@ B&B: 4 • Year-round WINDSOR AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) Cottage: 3 • Apr 1–Nov 30 Belgravia Bed & Breakfast FALMOUTH MAITLAND AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) q. $110–120 Avon River Motel 5 Broad Street, Truro pcc $65–85, XP $10 MAITLAND 902-893-7100, 866-877-9900 2116 Highway 1 Cresthaven by the Sea Bed & [email protected] 902-472-6995 Breakfast www.belgravia.ca [email protected] "qcccc $129–169 Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ K,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ 19 Ferry Lane B&B: 3 • Year-round Motel: 12 • May 1–Dec 31 902-261-2001, 866-870-2001 Berry’s Motel WINDSOR [email protected] p,ccd H $89–149, XP $10 Clockmaker’s Inn www.cresthavenbythesea.com 73 Robie Street, Lower Truro qccccd H $99–179, XP $20 Q•Ens bath•2-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ 902-895-2823, 855-2-BERRYS 1399 King Street B&B: 3 • Apr 1–Nov 1 [email protected] 902-792-2573, 866-778-3600 The Tidal Life Guesthouse www.berrysmotel.ca [email protected] p,. $120–134, XP $40 K,Q,D,T•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ www.theclockmakersinn.com 78 Cedar Road Motel: 31 • Year-round K,Q,D,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ 902-957-1524 Best Western Glengarry Truro Trade B&B Inn: 8 • Year-round [email protected] and Convention Centre Downeast Motel www.thetidallife.com "pcccd.JJ H $135–169, p. $85, XP $20 Q,S•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ 150 Willow Street, Truro XP $12 4212 Highway 1 Tourist Home: 3 • May 1–Oct 31 902-893-4311, 800-567-4276 902-798-8374, 800-395-8117 URBANIA [email protected] [email protected] Shubenacadie Tidal Bore Rafting www.bestwestern.com www.downeastmotel.com Resort K,Q,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ D•Ens bath•@ "pcccc H $126–790, XP $20 Hotel: 107 • Year-round Motel: 20 • Year-round 12215 Highway 215 Meander In Bed & Breakfast 902-400-0104 qcccd $115–135, XP $25 [email protected] 153 Albert Street www.raftingcanada.ca Accommodations 902-798-2514, 877-387-6070 Q,D,S•Pvt bath•4-wk CXL•@ [email protected] Cottage: 13 • Year-round www.meanderin.ca END OF MAITLAND AREA K,Q,T,S•Ens or shared bath•48-hr CXL Full b’fast•@ STEWIACKE Comfort Inn Truro B&B: 4 • Year-round Nelson House Bed and Breakfast "pcccc. $90–180, XP $15 Super 8 Windsor pcccc. $120; no tax 12 Meadow Drive, Lower Truro "pcccd. $109–169 138 Main Street East 902-893-0330, 800-228-5150 63 Cole Drive 902-639-1380, 866-331-1380 [email protected] 902-792-8888, 800-454-3213 [email protected] www.trurocomfortinn.com [email protected] www.thenelsonhousebb.com K,Q,D,T•Ens bath•4pm CXL•Light b’fast•@ www.super8windsorns.com Q,D,T•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Motel: 81 • Year-round B&B: 3 • Year-round K,Q•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ Dalhousie University Hotel: 66 • Year-round TRURO AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) Faculty of Agriculture qccd. $40–61 Woodshire Inn and Bistro OLD BARNS ccccd $149 10, 20, 30 Horseshoe Crescent, Bible Hill 494 King Street Irwin Lake Chalets 902-893-3103, 884-626-4671 Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley 902-472-3300 p,cccc. H $135–185 [email protected] [email protected] 680 Loch Haven Lane stay.dal.ca www.thewoodshire.com 866-554-7946 D,T,S•Shared bath•24-hr CXL•@ K•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ [email protected] Dorm-style: 98 • May 4–Aug 15 Inn: 2 • Year-round www.irwinlakechalets.com K,Q•Pvt bath•2-wk CXL END OF WINDSOR AREA Cottage: 6 • Year-round NovaScotia.com Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton UPPER ECONOMY Riverview Cottages 9090 "$%pccccJJJ $99–150 Four Seasons Retreat p,ccd. H $70–120 35 Legends Avenue, Millbrook "qcccc. H $125–300, 3575 Eastern Avenue 902-843-4343, 877-894-7666 320 Cove Road XP $12 902-254-2388, 877-254-2388 [email protected] 902-647-2628, 888-373-0339 [email protected] www.hamptoninntruro.com [email protected] www.riverviewcottages.ca Tastefully appointed rooms and studio suites www.fourseasonsretreat.ns.ca D,T,S•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ with traditional amenities, including microwave Q,T•Pvt bath•72-hr CXL Cottage: 18 • May 1–Nov 30 and minifridge, in all guest rooms. Electric car Cottage: 10 • Year-round The Sunshine Inn charging station on site. ECONOMY q. H $102–149, XP $10 K,Q•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ 4487–4489 Highway 2 Hotel: 94 • Year-round Silver House Bed & Breakfast q,cccd $95–105; no tax 902-254-3135, 877-706-6835 Holiday Inn Hotel & Conference 3289 Highway 2 [email protected] Centre Truro 902-647-2022 www.thesunshineinn.net "pcccc. $129–189, XP $10 [email protected] Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ 437 Prince Street, Truro www.silverhouse.ca Cottage: 4 Motel: 11 • Apr 14–Nov 27 902-895-1651, 888-895-1651 D,T•Ens or pvt bath•24-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ END OF PARRSBORO AREA [email protected] B&B: 2 • Year-round www.ihg.com/holidayinn/trurons ADVOCATE HARBOUR PARRSBORO AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) K,Q•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ Lightkeepers Kitchen & Guest House Hotel: 114 • Year-round MOOSE RIVER p. $85–125, XP $15 Stonehouse Motel & Restaurant Tidal River Ridge Retreat 1 Cape d’Or Road pccd H $70–100, XP $10 p,cccd H $126–147, 902-670-8314 165 Willow Street, Truro 12 Tidal River Ridge Road XP $10 [email protected] 902-893-9413, 877-660-6638 902-254-3333, 800-806-8860 www.capedor.ca/20252.html [email protected] [email protected] D,T,S•Ens, pvt or shared bath•Light b’fast www.stonehousemotelrestaurant.com www.tidalriver.com Tourist Home: 4 • May 1–Oct 30 K,Q,D,S•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ Q,D•Pvt bath•72-hr CXL•@ WEST ADVOCATE Motel: 36 • Year-round Cottage: 5 • Year-round Advocate Ocean View Vacation Home Suncatcher Bed & Breakfast PARRSBORO q. H $125–150, XP $10 q,ccccd. $115–135 Cape Split View Cottages 1271 West Advocate Road 25 Wile Crest Avenue, North River "pcccc. H $125–215 902-392-2544 902-893-7169, 877-203-6032 846 West Bay Road [email protected] [email protected] 902-254-3339 www.advocateoceanview.ca www.suncatcherbnb.com [email protected] Three-bedroom house with queen & twin beds, Q,T,S•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ www.milliondollarviewcottages.com sofa-bed, 4-piece & 2-piece baths, full kitchen, B&B: 2 • Year-round Q,T•Pvt bath•4-wk CXL•@ satellite TV, Wi-Fi, BBQ. Play area. View of Bay Super 8 Truro Cottage: 2 • May 15–Oct 15 of Fundy. Beach, park, kayaking nearby. "pcccd $99–225, XP $10 Q,S•Pvt bath•2-wk CXL•@ Fox Point Inn Vac. Home: 1 • May 1–Oct 31 85 Treaty Trail, Millbrook pcccc. H $79–179 902-895-8884, 800-800-8000 490 Fox Point Road Between the Capes B&B [email protected] 902-348-2000 "cccc $100–135 www.super8truro.com [email protected] 1222 West Advocate Road K,Q•Ens bath•12-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ www.foxpointinn.ca 902-392-2442 Hotel: 50 • Year-round K,Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ [email protected] Inn: 3 • Year-round Q•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@

Accommodations Tidal Bore Inn B&B: 2 • May 1–Oct 31 qccd $69–99, XP $5 Gillespie House Inn 29 Truro Heights Road, Lower Truro "p,ccccd. $119–149, Driftwood Park Retreat 902-895-9241 358 Main Street XP $20 pcccc H $119–199, XP $15 [email protected] 902-254-3196, 877-901-3196 49 Driftwood Lane www.tidalboreinn.com [email protected] 902-392-2008, 866-810-0110 Q,D•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•@ www.gillespiehouseinn.com [email protected] Motel: 48 • May 1–Oct 31 Q,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ www.driftwoodparkretreat.com Tulips and Thistle Bed & Breakfast B&B Inn: 7 • May 1–Oct 31 Q,T•Pvt bath•2-wk CXL•@ Cottage: 5 • Apr 1–Oct 31 qccccd. $120–135, XP $30 Maple Inn 913 Pictou Road, East Mountain q. $99–200, XP $15 Reid’s Tourist Home 902-895-6141, 866-724-7796 2358 Western Avenue qcccd H $70–145, XP $10 [email protected] 902-254-3735, 877-627-5346 1323 & 1391 West Advocate Road www.tulipsandthistlebedandbreakfast.com [email protected] 902-392-2592 Q•Ens or pvt bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ www.mapleinn.ca [email protected] B&B: 4 • Year-round K,Q,D,S•Ens or pvt bath•72-hr CXL www.reidstouristhome.ca Willow Bend Motel Full b’fast•@ K,Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•2-wk CXL•@ Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley "pccccd H $99–199, XP $7 B&B Inn: 8 • May 1–Oct 31 Apt.: 2 Cottage: 1 Tourist Home: 4 May 15–Oct 31 277 Willow Street, Truro Parrsboro Mansion Inn 902-895-5325, 888-5WILLOW "q,ccccd. $119–169, [email protected] 3916 Eastern Avenue XP $20 www.willowbendmotel.com 902-254-2585 A boutique-style motel close to golf, shopping, [email protected] restaurants, parks and museums. 27 A/C units, www.parrsboromansion.com including 9 deluxe, 7 with sitting area. Heated K,Q,D•Ens bath•1-wk CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ outdoor pool. B&B: 4 • Year-round K,Q,D,T•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ Motel: 27 • Year-round NovaScotia.com END OF TRURO AREA MAITLAND BRIDGE MIDDLETON AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) CAMPGROUNDS Jeremy’s Bay Campground – 91 For a key to symbols and codes, see page 2. Kejimkujik National Park & MIDDLETON National Historic SiteP Orchard Queen Motel & R.V. Park DIGBY NECK & ISLANDS AREA p. $26–120 p,ccc[F]c[R] $25–45 3005 Main Parkway 425 Main Street LITTLE RIVER 902-682-2772, 877-737-3783 902-825-4801, 855-825-4801 Ottoview Wilderness Cabins [email protected] [email protected] pccd[F] $99 www.reservation.parkscanada.gc.ca www.orchardqueenmotelrvpark.com 99 & 101 Tommys Branch Road E,U•DS•C/T/Y•Swimming: L•24-hr CXL•@ E,W,Se,U•Pull-thrus•Swimming: P•48-hr CXL•@ 902-245-8439 Backcountry Sites: 50 • May 15–Oct 12 Sites: 63 (12 o/n) • May 1–Oct 20 [email protected] WILMOT ottoview-wilderness-cabins.business.site ANNAPOLIS ROYAL AREA U•C/T/Y•72-hr CXL•@ (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) Vidito Family Campground Camping Cabins: 2 o/n • June 1–Sept 30 & Cottages UPPER CLEMENTS p. $25–35 WHALE COVE Upper Clements Parks Society 13736 Highway 1 Whale Cove Campground Campground 902-825-4380 p. $25–65 pcc[F]ccc[R] $25 [email protected] 50 Whale Cove Road 2931 Highway 1 www.viditocamp.com 902-834-2025 902-532-7557, 888-248-4567 E,W,U•DS•Swimming: P•48-hr CXL•@ [email protected] [email protected] Sites: 99 (50 o/n) • May 1–Oct 15 www.whalecovecampground.com www.upperclements.com/index.php/ E,W,U•DS•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•24-hr CXL•@ campground KINGSTON AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) Sites: 40 o/n • May 1–Oct 1 U•DS•1-wk CXL KINGSTON Sites: 23 o/n • June 23–Sept 1 DIGBY ENTRY AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) Yogi Bear’s Jellystone WEST SPRINGHILL Park Camp Resort HILLGROVE Raven Haven Beachside Family Park "pcccc[F]ccccc[R]. Meadow Ridge Campground pccd[F]cd[R] $24–30 $35–84 pccc[F]ccd[R] $26–41 2239 Virginia Road 43 Boo Boo Boulevard 2561 Ridge Road 902-532-7320 902-765-2830, 888-225-7773 902-245-5600 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.ravenhaven.ca www.jellystonens.com www.campingatmeadowridge.com E,W,U•C/T/Y•Swimming: L•2-wk CXL•@ E,W,Se•DS•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: P•@ E,W,Se•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: P Sites: 22 o/n • June 12–Sept 2 Sites: 200 (141 o/n) • May 11–Sept 15 48-hr CXL•@ GRANVILLE FERRY AYLESFORD Sites: 77 (58 o/n) • May 15–Oct 11 Dunromin Campsite and Cabins Klahanie Kamping DIGBY pcccc[F]cccd[R] $31–46 pccc[F]ccc[R] $28–50 Digby Campground and Fun Park 4618 Highway 1 1144 Victoria Road p,ccc[F]c[R]. $30–50 902-532-2808, 844-292-1929 902-847-9316, 888-765-8857 230 Victoria Street [email protected] [email protected] 902-245-1985 www.dunromincampground.ca www.klahaniekamping.ca [email protected] E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: P,R•@ E,W,Se,U•DS•C/T/Y•Swimming: P•24-hr CXL www.digbycampground.ca Sites: 212 (179 o/n) • May 15–Oct 15 Sites: 150 (78 o/n) • May 15–Oct 15 E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•Swimming: P PARKER’S COVE 24-hr CXL•@ BERWICK AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) Sites: 49 o/n • May 15–Sept 30 Cove Oceanfront Campground pcccc[F]cc[R] $37–115 GRAFTON SMITH’S COVE 4405 Shore Road West Plantation Campground Campgrounds Fundy Spray Camp Ground 2006 902-532-5166, 866-226-COVE pcccd[F]ccc[R] $32–49 p. $27–45 [email protected] 210 West Steadman Road 100 Highway 1 www.oceanfront-camping.com 902-538-8888, 888-363-8882 902-245-4884 Waterfront RV sites and secluded tent sites [email protected] [email protected] on the Bay of Fundy. Modern facilities, Wi-Fi, www.plantationcampground.com www.fundyspraycampground.com heated outdoor pool, two cobble beaches. Next E,W,Se,U•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: P•@ E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•Swimming: P to wharf and seafood market. Sites: 245 (60 o/n) • May 15–Oct 15 24-hr CXL•@ E,W,Se,U•Pull-thrus•Swimming: O,P•@ KENTVILLE/NEW MINAS AREA Sites: 116 (53 o/n) • May 8–Sept 27 Sites: 90 o/n • May 7–Oct 18 (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) Jaggar’s Point Mountain Top Cottages COLDBROOK pccc[F]ccc[R] $40–70 & Campground 57 Smith’s Cove Crossing Road "p. $38–43 Sherwood Forest Camping Park p. 902-245-4814 854 Parker Mountain Road $38–49 [email protected] 902-532-2564, 877-885-1185 6890 Highway 1 www.jaggarspoint.ca [email protected] 902-679-6632, 888-679-6632 [email protected]

E,W,Se,U•DS•C/T/Y•Swimming: P•@ www.mountaintopcottages.com Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley www.sherwoodforestcampingpark.com Sites: 151 (55 o/n) • May 15–Oct 11 E,W,Se•Swimming: P•2-wk CXL•@ E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•Swimming: P Sites: 21 (7 o/n) • May 15–Oct 15 BEAR RIVER 72-hr CXL•@ Bear River Millyard Recreation BRIDGETOWN AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) Sites: 223 (43 o/n) • May 15–Sept 15 p. $25–65 1145 River Road BRIDGETOWN 902-467-3648 Valleyview Provincial Parkv [email protected] p. $27–37 www.millyardrecreation.com 960 Hampton Mountain Road C/T/Y•Swimming: R•48-hr CXL•@ 902-665-2559, 888-544-3434 Sites: 12 o/n • May 10–Oct 15 [email protected]

parks.novascotia.ca/content/valleyview NovaScotia.com END OF DIGBY ENTRY AREA U•DS•24-hr CXL•@ Sites: 30 o/n • Seasonal SOUTH ALTON BLOMIDON ARDOISE 9292 South Mountain Park Family Camping Blomidon Provincial Park v Beech Brook Campground & RV Resort Wp. $27 pccd[F]ccc[R] $30–42 pcccc[F]ccccc[R] $39–74 3138 Pereau Road 167 Beech Brook Road 3022 Highway 12 902-582-7319, 888-544-3434 902-757-2211 902-678-0152, 866-860-6092 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/blomidon www.beechbrookcampground.com www.southmountainparkcampground.com U•DS•Pull-thrus•24-hr CXL•@ E,W,Se,U•DS•Swimming: P•24-hr CXL•@ E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: P Sites: 76 o/n • Seasonal Sites: 165 (30 o/n) • May 1–Oct 10 72-hr CXL•@ GRAND PRÉ BROOKLYN Sites: 239 (83 o/n) • May 13–Oct 13 Land of Evangeline Smileys Provincial Parkv CANAAN Family Camping Resort Wp. $27 Highbury Gardens RV Park p,ccc[F]ccc[R]. $35–48 109 Clayton MacKay Road pcccd[F]c[R]. $38–50 84 Evangeline Beach Road 902-757-3131, 888-544-3434 121 New Canaan Road 902-542-5309 [email protected] 902-678-8011, 877-678-8011 [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/smileys [email protected] www.evangelinecamping.com U•DS•Pull-thrus•24-hr CXL•@ www.highburygardens.com E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•Swimming: P Sites: 80 o/n • Seasonal 48-hr CXL•@ E,W,Se,U•Pull-thrus•Swimming: P•72-hr CXL•@ END OF WINDSOR AREA Sites: 100 (79 o/n) • May 15–Oct 15 Sites: 223 (63 o/n) • May 15–Oct 15 SOUTH RAWDON WOLFVILLE AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) WINDSOR AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) Ryan’s Ridge Campground CANNING WINDSOR p,. $36–125 Look Off Family Camping Park Hants County Exhibition Trailer Park 1339 Ashdale Road pccd[F]ccc[R]. $30–120 p. $13–32 902-757-2401 3369 Highway 358 221–249 Wentworth Road [email protected] 902-582-3022 902-798-0000 www.ryansridgecamping.ca [email protected] [email protected] E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: P,R www.lookoffcamping.com hantscountyex.com 48-hr CXL E,W•DS•C/T/Y•Swimming: P•72-hr CXL•@ E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•@ Sites: 87 (31 o/n) • May 18–Oct 14 Sites: 84 (44 o/n) • May 17–Oct 13 Sites: 25 o/n • May 15–Oct 31

Magic Winery Bus Campgrounds Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley NovaScotia.com NINE MILE RIVER GLENHOLME WEST ADVOCATE Renfrew Camping Elm River RV Park Cape Chignecto Provincial Parkv 93 pccd[F]ccc[R] $30–130 p. $34–46 p. $27–60 824 Renfrew Road 85 Elm River Parkway 1108 West Advocate Road 902-883-1681 902-662-3162, 888-356-4356 902-392-2085, 888-544-3434 [email protected] elm-river-park.business.site [email protected] www.renfrewcamping.com E,W,Se,U•Pull-thrus•Swimming: P,R•24-hr CXL•@ parks.novascotia.ca/content/cape-chignecto E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: P,R Sites: 117 (75 o/n) • Apr 1–Nov 30 U•C/T/Y•24-hr CXL 24-hr CXL•@ Hidden Hilltop Family Campground Sites: 96 o/n • Seasonal Sites: 193 (129 o/n) • May 18–Oct 8 "pcccd[F]cccc[R] $35–50 AMHERST ENTRY AREA Riverland Campground and R.V. Park 2600 Highway 4 (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) FOR OTHER LISTINGS IN p,cccd[F]ccc[R]. $40–50 902-662-3391, 866-662-3391 THIS AREA, SEE P. 117. 419 C.P. Thompson Road [email protected] 902-883-7115 www.hiddenhilltopcampground.com UPPER NAPPAN [email protected] E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: P Loch Lomond R.V. Park www.riverlandcamping.com 1-wk CXL•@ p,. $27–35, XP $5 E,W,Se•DS•Swimming: P•48-hr CXL•@ Sites: 243 (69 o/n) • May-Oct 1 Loch Lomond Lane Sites: 269 (19 o/n) • May 1–Sept 30 902-667-3890, 877-809-1137 END OF TRURO AREA [email protected] KEMPT SHORE www.lochlomondrvpark.com FIVE ISLANDS Kempt Shore Ocean View Campground E,W,Se,U•Pull-thrus•Swimming: P•48-hr CXL•@ p. $25–30 Five Islands Ocean Resort Sites: 150 (90 o/n) • May 15–Sept 30 5701 Highway 215 & RV Campground 902-633-2510 pcccd[F]cc[R] $24–150 [email protected] 482 Highway 2 ATTRACTIONS www.kemptshorefestivals.com 902-254-2824, 877-454-2824 This category includes national parks, historic Open campground at the mouth of Avon River; www.fiveislands.ca sites, museums, and other attractions. See also beach; view of Blomidon, Fundy tides. Play area, E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: O,P listings under Craft Beverages and Specialty birding, fishing. Music festivals: acoustic (3rd 1-wk CXL•@ Foods; Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans; wknd in July); songwriters (4th wknd in Aug). Sites: 122 (112 o/n) • May 15–Oct 15 Outdoors; and Trails. For a key to symbols and codes, see page 2. E,W•Swimming: R•24-hr CXL•@ Five Islands Provincial Parkv Sites: 26 o/n • June 1–Sept 30 Wp. $27–36 WEYMOUTH WALTON 618 Bentley Branch Road Sissiboo Landing Whale Creek Campsite 902-254-2980, 888-544-3434 4575 Highway 1 pcc[F]c[R] $33–120 [email protected] 902-837-4715 343 Highway 215 parks.novascotia.ca/content/five-islands [email protected] 902-528-2761 (reservations) W,U•DS•Pull-thrus•24-hr CXL•@ www.weymouthnovascotia.com [email protected] Sites: 92 o/n • Seasonal Displays and interactive exhibits representing www.whalecreekcampsite.com PARRSBORO Weymouth’s five cultures; re-creation of 1890s E,W,U•DS•C/T/Y•Swimming: O•@ village, with working train. Visitor Centre, gift Glooscap Campground & RV Sites: 50 (18 o/n) • May 16–Sept 30 shop, free Wi-Fi. pccd[F]cc[R] $27–32 • ;@ NOEL 1380 Two Island Road May 13–Oct 11 Parkville Campground 902-254-2529 GILBERT’S COVE p. $30–50 [email protected] Gilbert’s Cove Lighthouse 4834 Highway 215 www.cumberlandcounty.ns.ca 244 Lighthouse Road 902-369-2991 E,W,U•DS•Pull-thrus•Swimming: O•48-hr CXL•@ 902-837-5584 [email protected] Sites: 77 (46 o/n) • May 17–Sept 30 [email protected] Campgrounds / Attractions E,W,Se,U•Pull-thrus•Swimming: L,P•48-hr CXL•@ SPENCER’S ISLAND www.gilbertscovelighthouse.com Sites: 80 (40 o/n) • May 15–Oct 12 June 1–Sept 30 Old Shipyard Beach Campground URBANIA p,. $26–135 DIGBY NECK & ISLANDS AREA Wide Open Wilderness 774 Spencer’s Beach Road Family Campground 902-392-2487 TIVERTON pccc[F]ccc[R] $33–46 [email protected] Balancing Rock 11129 Highway 215 www.oldshipyardbeachcampground.com Highway 217 (near #2500) 902-261-2228, 866-811-2267 Beachfront campground on north shore of Bay 902-245-2861 [email protected] of Fundy Shore. 27 overnight sites, 4 cottages. [email protected] www.wowcamping.ca Firewood, free Wi-Fi (all sites), satellite TV, www.digbytrails.ca/balancing-rock.html E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: P laundromat. RV capable. Boat launch. May 18–Oct 31 • ; 48-hr CXL•@ E,W,Se•C/T/Y•Swimming: O•24-hr CXL•@ FREEPORT Sites: 227 (77 o/n) • May 8–Sept 30 Sites: 31 (27 o/n) • June 1–Sept 30 Islands Museum and Archives TRURO AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) ADVOCATE HARBOUR 243 Highway 217 902-839-2034 HILDEN Fundy Tides Campground p,ccc[F]c[R]. $25–35; no tax [email protected] Scotia Pine Campground 95 Mills Road www.islandshistoricalsociety.com Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley pcccd cc[R]. [F] $29–48 902-392-2816 Admission: D • June 21–Sept 3 • ;@ 1911 Highway 2 [email protected] 902-893-3666, 877-893-3666 E,W,Se,U•24-hr CXL•@ [email protected] Sites: 35 (29 o/n) • May 20–Oct 10 www.scotiapinecampground.com E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: P 48-hr CXL•@ Sites: 211 (109 o/n) • May 9–Oct 17 NovaScotia.com DIGBY ENTRY AREA King’s Theatre KINGSTON AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) 9494 (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) 209 St George Street 902-532-7704 GREENWOOD DIGBY [email protected] Greenwood Military Aviation Admiral Digby Museum www.kingstheatre.ca Museum 95 Montague Row Admission: $ • Year-round • W Ward Road 902-245-6322 O’Dell House Museum 902-765-1494, ext 5955 [email protected] 136 St George Street [email protected] www.admiraldigbymuseum.ca 902-532-7754 www.gmam.ca • W; Admission: D • Mar 6–Dec 1 [email protected] Year-round Maud Lewis Memorial Park www.annapolisheritagesociety.com/odell- AYLESFORD 511 Hwy 1 Marshalltown house-museum Dempsey Corner Orchards 902-245-4757 Admission: D • Year-round • W;@ 2717 Highway 221 [email protected] Sinclair Inn Museum 902-847-1855, 888-675-8282 www.digbytrails.ca/maud-lewis.html 230 St George Street [email protected] • W Year-round 902-532-0996 www.dempseycorner.com BAY VIEW [email protected] Admission: $ • June 1–Oct 31 • W Point Prim Lighthouse www.annapolisheritagesociety.com/ Oaklawn Farm Zoo 902-245-4455 sinclair-inn-museum 1007 Ward Road [email protected] Admission: D • June 15–Oct 15 • ; 902-847-9790 www.digbytrails.ca GRANVILLE FERRY [email protected] • W; Year-round North Hills Museumv www.oaklawnfarmzoo.ca SMITH’S COVE 5065 Granville Road Admission: $ • Apr 19–Nov 15 • W Smith’s Cove Old Temperance Hall 902-532-2168 KENTVILLE/NEW MINAS AREA Museum [email protected] (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) 590 Highway 1 northhills.novascotia.ca 902-247-1644 Admission: D • June 1–Oct 15 • W CAMBRIDGE [email protected] PORT ROYAL Valley Drive In Theatre June 1–Aug 31 • W 5943 Highway 1 Melanson Settlement National 902-538-0772 CORNWALLIS Historic SiteP [email protected] Cornwallis Military Museum 3870 Granville Road www.valleydrivein.com 726 Broadway Avenue 902-532-2321, 888-773-8888 Admission: $ • May 1–Sept 30 • ; [email protected] [email protected] www.cornwallismuseum.ca www.parkscanada.gc.ca/ KENTVILLE Admission: $ • June 28–Sept 15 • W melansonsettlement CentreStage Theatre May 15–Oct 11 • ; 61 River Street END OF DIGBY ENTRY AREA 902-678-8040 Port-Royal National Historic SiteP [email protected] MAITLAND BRIDGE 53 Historic Lane www.centrestagetheatre.ca Kejimkujik National Park and 902-532-2898, 888-773-8888 Admission: $ • Year-round • W National Historic SiteP [email protected] 3005 Main Parkway www.parkscanada.gc.ca/portroyal Kings County Museum 902-682-2772, 888-773-8888 Admission: $ • May 15–Oct 11 • ; 37 Cornwallis Street [email protected] 902-678-6237 www.parkscanada.gc.ca/kejimkujik BRIDGETOWN AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) [email protected] Admission: $ • May 15–Oct 12 • W;@ TUPPERVILLE www.kingscountymuseum.ca • W;

Attractions Admission: D • Apr 1–Dec 15 ANNAPOLIS ROYAL AREA Tupperville School Museum (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) 2663 Highway 201 WOLFVILLE AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) 902-665-2579 ANNAPOLIS ROYAL [email protected] GREENWICH Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens www.tuppervilleschoolmuseum.ca Hennigar Farm Park and Trail 441 St George Street June 24–Sept 6 • ; 10272 Highway 1 902-532-7018 902-542-3503 [email protected] MIDDLETON AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) [email protected] www.historicgardens.com MIDDLETON www.hennigars.com Imagine exploring 17 acres of paradise! At the Annapolis Valley Macdonald Museum Apr 1–Dec 24 • ; Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens you experience 21 School Street PORT WILLIAMS more than 400 years of Canadian history through 902-825-6116 v our gardens, designs and landscapes. Prescott House Museum [email protected] 1633 Starr’s Point Road Admission: $ • May 15–Oct 31 • W@ www.macdonaldmuseum.ca 902-542-3984 Annapolis Tidal Station Apr 1–Dec 15 • W [email protected] 236 Prince Albert Road Middleton Railway Museum prescotthouse.novascotia.ca 902-532-0502 Admission: $ • June 1–Oct 3 • W;

Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley 61 School Street www.nspower.ca/clean-energy/renewable- 902-825-6062 CANNING energy-sources/tidal-power [email protected] Admission: D • May 15–Oct 15 • W@ Ross Creek Centre for the Arts www.middletonrailwaymuseum.org 555 Ross Creek Road Fort Anne National Historic SiteP Admission: D • May 15–Sept 30 • ; 902-582-3842 323 St George Street Old Holy Trinity Church [email protected] 902-532-2397, 888-773-8888 49 Main Street www.artscentre.ca [email protected] 902-825-3428 Year-round • W;@ www.parkscanada.gc.ca/fortanne [email protected] Admission: $ • May 15–Oct 11 • ; Two Planks and a Passion Theatre oldholytrinitychurch.ca/wp/history 555 Ross Creek Road Admission: D • July 1–Aug 31 • ;@ 902-582-3073

NovaScotia.com [email protected] www.artscentre.ca/twoplanks.html Admission: $ • June 1–Aug 25 • W@ WOLFVILLE Haliburton House Museumv MAITLAND Blomidon Inn Gardens 424 Clifton Avenue Lawrence House Museumv 95 195 Main Street 902-798-2915 8660 Highway 215 902-542-2291 [email protected] 902-261-2628 [email protected] haliburtonhouse.novascotia.ca [email protected] www.blomidon.ns.ca/garden.html Admission: $ • June 1–Oct 3 • ;@ lawrencehouse.novascotia.ca May 1–Oct 31 Howard Dill Enterprises Admission: D • June 1–Sept 28 • ; Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens 400 College Road SOUTH MAITLAND Acadia University 902-798-2728 902-585-1917 www.howarddill.com/dill-farm.html#1 [email protected] Year-round botanicalgardens.acadiau.ca Long Pond Hockey Enterprises Year-round • W;@ 400 College Road Randall House Museum 902-798-2728 259 Main Street www.gameofhockey.com 902-542-9775 Admission: D • Year-round [email protected] Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia Fundy Tidal Interpretive Centre www.wolfvillehs.ednet.ns.ca 132 Gerrish Street 9865 Highway 236 Admission: D • May 26–Dec 7 • ;@ 902-798-5841 902-261-2250 GRAND PRÉ [email protected] [email protected] Covenanter Church www.mermaidtheatre.ca www.easthants.ca/visitors/attractions-events 1989 Grand Pré Road Year-round Bay of Fundy Tidal Interpretive Centre, 902-681-0366 West Hants Historical Society Shubenacadie River tidal bore observation www.orchardvalleyunited.ca/about-us/ Museum deck, 2-km wetlands nature trail, bird and history 281 King Street eagle watching. Visitor information. Admission: D • May 15–Oct 15 • ; 902-798-4706 May 15–Oct 12 • W Grand-Pré National Historic SiteP [email protected] END OF MAITLAND AREA 2205 Grand-Pré Road www.westhantshistoricalsociety.ca 902-542-3631, 866-542-3631 July 3–Aug 31 • W@ SHUBENACADIE [email protected] Windsor Hockey Heritage Centre Shubenacadie Tinsmith Museum www.parkscanada.gc.ca/grandpre 414 Clifton Avenue 2854 Main Street Located in the heart of a UNESCO World 902-798-1800 902-758-2013 Heritage Site, Grand-Pré is a profound [email protected] [email protected] memorial to the tragic upheaval and the www.birthplaceofhockey.com/museum www.tinsmithmuseum.ca resilience of the Acadian people. Admission: $ • June 1–Oct 6 May 15–Sept 30 • W@ Admission: $ • May 15–Oct 12 • W NEWPORT LANDING SHUBENACADIE EAST See ad p. 108. Avon River Heritage Society Museum Shubenacadie Provincial Landscape of Grand Pré 15 & 17 Belmont Road Wildlife Parkv UNESCO World Heritage Site 902-757-1718 149 Creighton Road 902-599-0382 [email protected] 902-758-2040 [email protected] www.avonriverheritage.com [email protected] www.landscapeofgrandpre.ca Admission: D • May 1–Oct 25 • W;@ wildlifepark.novascotia.ca Year-round Admission: $ • May 15–Oct 15 • W@ END OF WINDSOR AREA Tangled Garden STEWIACKE 11827 Highway 1 WALTON Mastodon Ridge 902-542-9811 Walton Lighthouse 87 Main Street West Attractions [email protected] 119 Lorne Smith Road 902-639-2345 www.tangledgardenherbs.ca/garden.htm www.waltonns.wordpress.com [email protected] Admission: $ • Apr 1–Dec 23 • ;@ May 15–Oct 15 • ;@ www.mastodonridge.ca Apr 15–Dec 24 • W@ WINDSOR AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) NOEL Burntcoat Head Park TRURO AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) HANTSPORT 45 Faulkner Lane MILLBROOK Blue Beach Fossil Museum 902-369-2529 127 Blue Beach Road [email protected] Millbrook Cultural & Heritage Centre 902-790-9541 www.burntcoatheadpark.ca 65 Treaty Trail [email protected] Come walk, play, and explore the ocean floor at 902-843-3493, 800-895-1177 www.bluebeachfossilmuseum.com the site of the world’s highest tides. Our 3-acre [email protected] Apr 15–Oct 31 park features a replica lighthouse and a gift www.millbrookheritage.ca • W@ Dorie & Garnet McDade shop. Ask about our guided ocean floor tours! Admission: $ • Seasonal Heritage Centre May 15–Oct 12 • ; LOWER TRURO 50 Main Street Cliffs of Fundy Geopark MAITLAND AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) 902-352-2025 Apple River to Lower Truro Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley [email protected] LOWER SELMA 902-216-1221 www.mcdadeheritagecentre.ca Lower Selma Museum & Heritage [email protected] June 1–Aug 31 • W Cemetery www.fundygeopark.ca WINDSOR 6971 Highway 215 Year-round Fort Edward National Historic SiteP [email protected] TRURO 67 Fort Edward Street www.ehhs.ca Colchester Historeum 902-798-2639 June 1–Aug 31 29 Young Street [email protected] 902-895-6284 www.parkscanada.gc.ca/fortedward [email protected] June 26–Sept 1 • W www.colchesterhistoreum.ca Admission: $ • Year-round • W@ NovaScotia.com Fundy Discovery Site UPPER ECONOMY Ship’s Company Theatre 9696 103 Tidal Bore Road That Dutchman’s Farm, 18 Lower Main Street 902-897-6255 Animal & Nature Park 902-254-3000, 800-565-SHOW [email protected] 4595 Highway 2 [email protected] www.fundydiscovery.ca 902-647-2751 www.shipscompanytheatre.com At the head of the Bay of Fundy. View the tidal [email protected] Where Atlantic Canada takes the stage—new bore, which occurs on the Salmon River twice www.thatdutchmansfarm.com works, fresh voices, and authentic stories. daily at predicted times. Visitor centre, picnic Family-friendly park with naturalized gardens, Professional theatre in picturesque Parrsboro. area, washrooms, playground. ponds, flowers and heritage animals. Follow Visit the historic Fundy ferry, the Kipawo. May 9–Oct 12 • W@ sheltered paths through woodlands and Admission: $ • July 1–Oct 1 • W@ Little White Schoolhouse Museum meadows, passing hidden animal enclosures. PORT GREVILLE 20 Arthur Street Admission: $ • June 1–Oct 21 Age of Sail Heritage Centre 902-895-5170 ECONOMY 8334 Highway 209 littlewhiteschoolhousemuseum@ Cliffs of Fundy Geopark Welcome 902-348-2030 bellaliant.com Centre (Cobequid Interpretive Centre) [email protected] www.littlewhiteschool.ca 3246 Highway 2 www.ageofsailmuseum.ca June 1–Aug 31 • @ 902-647-2600 Admission: $ • May 2–Oct 28 • W@ Victoria Park [email protected] ADVOCATE HARBOUR 29 Park Road www.fundygeopark.ca/museums- Cape d’Or Coastal Park 902-893-6078 interpretive-centres 1 Cape d’Or Road [email protected] Photos/films/displays/info on Cliffs of Fundy 902-297-0676 www.truro.ca/victoria-park.html Geopark and the area’s tides, geology, history, [email protected] Year-round • @ culture, flora, fauna, trails. Panoramic view Year-round from WWII tower. Picnic and rec area. BIBLE HILL June 1–Oct 15 • ;@ JOGGINS Bicentennial Botanical Gardens Joggins Fossil Cliffs LOWER FIVE ISLANDS 62 Cumming Drive, UNESCO World Heritage Site Dalhousie University Agricultural Campus Five Islands Lighthouse 100 Main Street 902-893-6622 140 Broderick Lane 902-251-2727, 888-932-9766 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.dal.ca/gardens www.colchester.ca/parks-trails www.jogginsfossilcliffs.net Year-round • W; “Pepper Pot” wooden lighthouse built in 1913 Guided tours of the World Heritage Site, and moved to this 22-acre coastal park in Truro Raceway described as the “Coal Age Galapagos,” where 2008. Panoramic view, beach access, walking 73 Ryland Avenue the world’s highest tides continually reveal path, picnic shelter, ship playground. 902-893-9222 300-million-year-old fossils. Interactive displays. [email protected] Admission: D • July 1–Aug 31 Admission: $ • May 1–Oct 31 • W;@ www.truroraceway.ca SPRINGHILL RIVER HEBERT Year-round • ;@ Anne Murray Centre Heritage Model Museum DEBERT 36 Main Street 1868 Highway 242 902-597-8614 Debert Military Museum 902-251-2442 [email protected] 35 Acadia Avenue [email protected] www.annemurraycentre.com 902-662-2860 www.heritagemodelsmuseum.ca • W [email protected] Admission: $ • May 10–Oct 15 Admission: $ • June 1–Sept 1 • W@ www.debertmilitaryhistorysociety.weebly.com Isabel Simpson Heritage Centre MINUDIE Admission: D • May 26–Sept 27 • W 26 Memorial Drive Amos Seaman School Museum 902-597-8044 Enter the Bunker 5518 Barronsfield Road

Attractions / Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans [email protected] 47 Lockheed Crescent [email protected] www.springhillheritage.ca 902-482-4299 www.minudieheritage.ca/the-school-house • W [email protected] June 1–Sept 1 July 1–Sept 1 • W@ www.enterthebunker.com/experiences/ Tour a Mine, Springhill Miners’ historic-tours Museum GALLERIES, SHOPS, Top-secret bunker built during the Cold War to 145 Black River Road shelter officials after a nuclear attack. Historic 902-597-3449 ARTISTS & ARTISANS tours of the Debert bunker give a glimpse of [email protected] These listings identify some of the artisans in life behind the blast doors in the 1960s & ’70s. Admission: $ • May 18–Oct 15 • W the region and some galleries and shops whose Admission: $ • Year-round • @ PARRSBORO products are primarily made in Nova Scotia. “Open Studio” designation identifies artisans MASSTOWN FORCE (Fundy Ocean Research Centre for Energy) who open their personal studios to the public so Masstown Market 1156 West Bay Road you can watch them work. 10622 Highway 2 902-254-2510, 855-277-2510 902-662-2816 [email protected] ROSSWAY [email protected] www.fundyforce.ca/visitor-centre The Artist’s Mark www.masstownmarket.com May 15–Oct 15 • W 9613 Highway 217 Year-round • W Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley Fundy Geological Museumv 902-482-2188 END OF TRURO AREA 162 Two Islands Road [email protected] 902-254-3814, 866-856-DINO www.artistsmarkshop.blogspot.com [email protected] Media: Paintings & prints, stone & bone fundygeological.novascotia.ca May 1–Oct 31 • ; Admission: $ • Year-round • W@ BARTON Ottawa House by the Sea Museum Japanese Antiques and Woodblock 1155 Whitehall Road Prints 902-254-2376 8121 Hwy 101/Hwy 1 [email protected] 902-245-2347 www.ottawahousemuseum.ca [email protected]

NovaScotia.com Admission: D • May 21–Sept 30 • W Media: Paintings & prints, wood May 15–Nov 15 • ; BRIGHTON MARGARETSVILLE Inklings in Wood Margaretsville Art Shack 9007 Highway 215 97 37 Haddock Alley 902-261-2100 902-824-1926 [email protected] [email protected] www.inklingsinwood.com www.artistscircle.ca Open Studio Artisan Media: Paintings & prints • Seasonal • ; Media: Wood • May 15–Oct 15 • W AYLESFORD TRURO de Weever’s Wovens McCarthy Gallery Quilts by the Bay 3486 Highway 1 36 Arthur Street, at NSCC 8779 Highway 101 902-847-9270 902-893-5326 902-245-6343 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.deweeverswovens.com www.truroartsociety.com www.novascotiaquilts.ca Classic handwoven clothes that take you from Media: Fibre, paintings & prints Open Studio Artisan casual to dressy, from the cool days of fall Year-round • W Media: Fibre • Year-round • W through into spring in style. Made-to-measure a Thrown Together—Pottery & Art specialty, ensuring a perfect fit – no extra charge! 37 King Street DIGBY Open Studio Artisan Digby House Gallery & Crafts 902-895-9309 Media: Fibre • June 1–Nov 30 • W [email protected] 151 Queen Street www.throwntogetherpottery.com 902-245-3315 Windsong Studio & Gallery Works in clay, glass, paint and sculpture by [email protected] 1331 Victoria Road over 15 artists (most local). We welcome you to www.digbyhouseartgallery.com 902-847-9847 [email protected] come and browse, or try one of our classes— Media: Fibre, paintings & prints, wood www.windsong-nature-gallery.com find out how much fun it is to work with clay! May 1–Nov 30 • ; Media: Paintings & prints • Year-round • ; Media: Clay, paintings & prints BEAR RIVER W BERWICK Year-round • Blue Mind Gallery Ocean Zn Gift Shop & Decor Visual Voice Fine Art 1888 Clementsvale Road 145 Commercial Street 128 King Street 902-467-1212 902-691-1890 902-843-9464 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.bluemindgallery.com www.oceanznseaglassstudio.yolasite.com www.visual-voice.ca/fineart Fine art and craft gallery featuring artists of Media: Multiple media • Apr 1–Dec 31 • W Nova Scotia. Works of exceptional quality in a Media: Glass • Year-round • W variety of mediums. Welcoming atmosphere. CANNING BASS RIVER Excellent service. Not to be missed! Lee’s Shop Joy Laking Studio Gallery Media: Multiple media • Apr 2–Dec 20 • W 9845 Main Street 6730 Highway 2 Flight of Fancy 902-670-3308 902-890-8450 [email protected] 1869 Clementsvale Road Media: Books & cards, paintings & prints www.joylakinggallery.com 902-467-4171, 866-467-4171 Year-round • ; Media: Paintings & prints • Year-round • ; [email protected] WOLFVILLE www.theflight.ca Acadia University Art Gallery PARRSBORO Exquisitely curated, award-winning fine art and Beveridge Arts Centre Art Lab Studios & Gallery craft store. Two floors; over 200 artists. 40th year 902-585-1373 121 Main Street in business. Recommended by Lonely Planet. [email protected] 902-254-2972 Media: Multiple media • May 1–Dec 20 • ; gallery.acadiau.ca/acadia_art_gallery [email protected] Pulp Humour Media: Multiple media • Year-round • W www.artlabstudios.ca Open Studio Artisan 6684 Sissiboo Road GRAND PRÉ Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans / Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods 902-467-0337 Media: Multiple media • May 15–Dec 16 Uncommon Common Art [email protected] Various locations in Kings County JOGGINS Open Studio Artisan [email protected] Fundy Treasures Gifts and Tours Media: Multiple media • May 1–Oct 31 • ; www.uncommoncommonart.com 107 Highway 242 Silk Journey Media: Multiple media • June 15–Oct 30 • ; 902-664-9697 [email protected] 81 Chute Road COGMAGUN 902-467-3035 www.fundytreasures.ca [email protected] Stuart L. Taylor, Woodturner Media: Candles, stone & bone • Apr 1–Sept 30 www.silkjourneyquilts.com 801 Cogmagun Road Media: Fibre • June 15–Oct 1 902-306-5801 [email protected] CRAFT BEVERAGES Turned Timber www.amazingwood.ca & SPECIALTY FOODS 6684 Sissiboo Road Open Studio Artisan 902-467-0337 This category includes Wineries, Breweries, Brew Media: Wood • May 24–Sept 28 Pubs, Cideries and Distilleries, Specialty Food [email protected] Shops, Taste of NS Experiences and On-site Open Studio Artisan SELMA Producers recognized by their applicable Media: Wood • May 1–Oct 31 • ; Gallery 215 8247 Highway 215 provincial associations. Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley ANNAPOLIS ROYAL 902-261-2151 CENTREVILLE Lucky Rabbit & Co. [email protected] 15 Church Street www.gallery215.wordpress.com Gidney Fisheries 136 Dakin Park Road 902-532-0928 Media: Multiple media • June-Sept • W [email protected] 902-834-2775 MAITLAND www.luckyrabbitandco.com [email protected] Open Studio Artisan Beyond the Wharf Artisans www.gidneyfisheries.ca Media: Multiple media • June 1–Oct 8 8741, Hwy 215 Specialty food • Year-round • N 902-261-2152 [email protected] Media: Multiple media • May 30–Sept 30 NovaScotia.com HILLGROVE CENTREVILLE 9898 Roof Hound Brewing Co. Blueberry Acres / Vital Berry Farms 2580 Ridge Road 1225 Middle Dyke Road 902-245-8121 902-582-1482 (daily information line) [email protected] [email protected] www.roofhound.ca www.mycountrymagic.com Brewery • Year-round Specialty food • Seasonal • ; SMITH’S COVE KENTVILLE Wayfarers’ Ale Lazy Bear Brewing Maritime Express Cider Company 1116 Kars Street 120 West Old Post Road 325 Main Street 902-542-7462 902-440-0880 902-681-5105 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.wayfarersale.ca Brewery • Year-round www.maritimeexpress.ca Brewery • Year-round • NW BEAR RIVER Cidery • Year-round • N; SHEFFIELD MILLS Bear River Vineyards Paddy’s Irish Brew Pub Sea Level Brewing 133 Chute Road & Rosie’s Restaurant 9146 Highway 221 902-467-4156 42 Aberdeen Street 902-582-2337 [email protected] 902-678-3199 [email protected] www.wine.travel www.paddyspub.ca www.sealevelbrewing.com Housed in a unique 4½-storey bank barn built Brew pub • Year-round • NW@ Brewery • Year-round • W in 1883, the tasting bar and wine shop has a GREENWICH CANNING soaring beamed ceiling and a herringbone slate Noggins Corner Farm Market U-Pick floor—the perfect place to enjoy our wines. 10009 Highway 1 Blomidon Estate Winery Winery • June 1–Sept 30 • ; 902-542-5515 10318 Highway 221 Casa Nova Fine Beverages [email protected] 902-582-7565 [email protected] 2635 Clementsvale Road www.nogginsfarm.ca/pick-your-own.php 902-467-0363 Specialty food • Seasonal • N www.blomidonwine.ca Winery • Year-round • NWu [email protected] Stirling Fruit Farms www.casanovafinebeverages.com 10317 Highway 1 WOLFVILLE Winery • June 1–Oct 31 • NWu 902-542-2789 farm market Annapolis Cider Company ANNAPOLIS ROYAL [email protected] 388 Main Street Annapolis Brewing Company www.stirlingfruitfarms.ca 902-697-2707 [email protected] 302 St George Street Specialty food • Year-round • NW www.drinkannapolis.ca 902-286-2080 PORT WILLIAMS [email protected] Cidery • Year-round • NW www.annapolisbrewing.com Mercator Vineyards Brewery • Year-round • W 88 Dyke Road Still Fired Distilleries 902-542-7770 [email protected] 9543 Highway 8 902-880-1338 www.mercatorwine.ca [email protected] Winery • May 2–Dec 23 www.stillfireddistilleries.com Paddy’s Brewpub Distillery • Year-round • N; & Rosie’s Restaurant Barrelling Tide Distillery LAWRENCETOWN 460 Main Street 1164 Parkway Drive 902-542-0059 Beavercreek Winery Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods 902-542-1627 www.paddyspub.ca 496 Carleton Road [email protected] Brew pub • Year-round • NW@ 902-584-3236 www.barrellingtidedistillery.com [email protected] A multi-awardwinning distillery using locally The Church Brewing Co. www.beavercreekwinery.com sourced products. All our spirits and liqueurs 329 Main Street Winery • May 23–Oct 31 • Wu@ are handcrafted on site in small batches. Retail 902-542-2337 area & tasting bar. [email protected] Lunn’s Mill Beer Company www.churchbrewing.ca 515 Carleton Road Distillery • Year-round • NW Brewery • Year-round • W 902-584-2217 Fox Hill Cheese House [email protected] 1678 Church Street LOWER WOLFVILLE www.lunnsmill.beer 902-542-3599 Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards Brewery • Year-round • W [email protected] 11143 Highway 1 MIDDLETON www.foxhillcheesehouse.com 902-542-7774 Specialty food • Year-round • NW [email protected] Valley Flaxflour www.lightfootandwolfville.com 188 Marshall Street Planters Ridge Winery Winery • Year-round • NW 902-825-1528, 866-825-8256 1441 Church Street [email protected] 902-542-2711 Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley www.flaxflour.com [email protected] Specialty food • Year-round • N www.plantersridge.ca SOMERSET Winery • Year-round • NWu@ Meadowbrook Meat Market 318 Pleasant Valley Road 902-538-3623 [email protected] www.meadowbrookmeatmarket.com Specialty food • Year-round • NW NovaScotia.com GASPEREAU WINDSOR FORKS Bent Ridge Winery / Bent Nail 99 Brewery 4499 Highway 14 902-472-2212 [email protected] www.bentridgewinery.ca A small-batch winery, craft brewery, and Just Us! Coffee, Chocolate, and Fair Italian-inspired restaurant—a unique escape. Trade Museum Our passion for making wine, beer and food is Benjamin Bridge Vineyards 11865 Highway 1 matched only by our love of hosting our guests. 1966 White Rock Road 902-542-7474, 888-668-8436 Brewery, winery • Year-round • W 902-542-1560 [email protected] [email protected] Daniels U-Pick www.justuscoffee.com 4473 Highway 14 www.benjaminbridge.com Specialty food Savour a warm welcome and unhurried tasting 902-798-5432 Year-round • NW@ [email protected] of our acclaimed sparkling wines at Benjamin See ad p. 99. Bridge Vineyards, the maker of Nova Scotia’s Specialty food • Aug 15–Nov 15 • ; iconic wine, Nova 7. FALMOUTH AVONDALE Winery • Year-round • NWu Sainte-Famille Wines Dyke Road Gaspereau Vineyards 902-798-8311, 800-565-0993 2239 White Rock Road [email protected] 902-542-1455 www.st-famille.com [email protected] Winery • Year-round • NWu www.gaspereauwine.ca Winery • May 2–Dec 23 • NWu WINDSOR Schoolhouse Brewery L’Acadie Vineyards 40 Water Street 310 Slayter Road Avondale Sky Winery & Restaurant 902-472-4677 902-542-8463 [email protected] 80 Avondale Cross Road [email protected] www.schoolhousebrewery.ca 902-253-2047 www.lacadievineyards.ca [email protected] Brewery, brew pub • Year-round • N Winery • May 1–Oct 15 • NWu@ www.avondalesky.com WALLBROOK Experience the best of NS wine country under Luckett Vineyards the Avondale sky. Visit our beautiful winery for 1293 Grand Pré Road award-winning wine, stunning vineyard views, 902-542-2600 and a meal in our fabulous restaurant. [email protected] Winery • May 1–Dec 24 • NWu@ www.luckettvineyards.com Winery • May 1–Oct 31 • NWu GRAND PRÉ Grand Pré Winery 11611 Highway 1 902-542-1753, 866-GPWINES [email protected] www.grandprewines.com Winery • May 1–Oct 31 • NWu Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods Tangled Garden 11827 Highway 1 902-542-9811 [email protected] www.tangledgardenherbs.ca Recognized for innovative herb jellies and liqueurs. Nova Scotia’s oldest distillery; tastings available. Savour afternoon tea or ice cream amidst enchanting gardens. Distillery, specialty food Apr 1–Dec 23 • N; HORTONVILLE Horton Ridge Malt House 2504 Ridge Road 902-679-3535 [email protected] www.hortonridgemalt.com Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley At Nova Scotia’s only malt house we produce our organic malts by the traditional method of floor malting. Enjoy beers made at our brewery from our own malts. @HortonRidge Brew pub • Year-round • W NovaScotia.com ASHDALE Churchill’s Restaurant & Lounge, HALL’S HARBOUR 100100 Meander River Farm and Brewery at Digby Pines Golf Resort Hall’s Harbour Lobster Pound 906 Woodville Road 103 Shore Road and Restaurant 902-757-3484 902-245-7712, 800-667-4637 1157 West Hall’s Harbour Road [email protected] [email protected] 902-679-5299 www.meanderriverfarm.ca www.digbypines.ca/dining [email protected] Brewery, cidery • Year-round • N; Try a new twist on old favourites featuring local www.hallsharbourlobster.com ingredients, prepared by award-winning Chef STEWIACKE Type: Family dining, informal Dale Nichols. World-famous Digby scallops a Specialty: Fish and chips, seafood Coldstream Clear Distillery specialty. Selection of NS and imported wines. Licensed • May 6–Oct 16 • NW@ 87 Main Street Type: Family dining, lounge GREENWICH 902-956-3393 Specialty: Seafood, gluten-free [email protected] Licensed • May 15–Oct 10 • NW@ The Acadian Dining Room Restaurant, www.coldstreamclear.com at Old Orchard Inn & Spa Distillery • Year-round • N ANNAPOLIS ROYAL 153 Greenwich Road South TRURO 902-542-5751, 800-561-8090 [email protected] The Nook and Cranny Brew Pub www.oldorchardinn.com 627 Prince Street Type: Fine dining, informal 902-895-0779 Specialty: Canadian, seafood [email protected] Licensed • Year-round • N www.thenookandcranny.ca Brew pub • Year-round • N PORT WILLIAMS NORTH RIVER The Port Pub & Bistro Founders House 980 Terry’s Creek Road Raging Crow Distillery 902-542-5555 592 Highway 311 3816 Hwy 1 [email protected] 902-890-6460 902-532-0333 www.theportpub.com www.ragingcrow.com [email protected] Type: Informal, pub Distillery • Year-round • N www.foundershousedining.com Type: Fine dining Licensed • Year-round • NW@ MASSTOWN Licensed • Year-round • N CANNING Masstown Butchery & Creamery 10635 Highway 2 Crystany’s Brasserie 9848 Main Street 902-641-2101; 902-641-2156 902-582-3663 [email protected] [email protected] www.masstownmarket.com/butcher-and- www.crystanysbrasserie.com creamery Type: Gourmet, informal Specialty: Gluten-free Specialty food • Year-round • NW@ Licensed • Year-round • N; UPPER ECONOMY WOLFVILLE That Dutchman’s Cheese Farm Whiskey Teller Blomidon Inn 132 Brown Road 9–11 Church Street 902-647-2751 195 Main Street 902-532-0000 902-542-2291, 800-565-2291 [email protected] [email protected] www.thatdutchmansfarm.com [email protected] www.thewhiskeyteller.com www.blomidon.ns.ca A local family favourite, we offer a rustic, Type: Informal, pub easygoing atmosphere for learning about cheese- Type: Fine dining, gourmet Specialty: Seafood Specialty: Canadian, burgers Licensed • Year-round • NW making, sampling our award-winning cheeses, Licensed • Year-round • W and browsing Dutch treats and antiques. Paddy’s Brewpub Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods / Restaurants Specialty food • Year-round • W BERWICK & Rosie’s Restaurant The Union Street 460 Main Street RESTAURANTS 183 Commercial Street 902-542-0059 902-538-7787 www.paddyspub.ca For more extensive information, pick up a [email protected] Type: Pub Specialty: Canadian copy of the Restaurant Association of Nova www.theunionstreet.com Licensed • Year-round • NW@ Scotia’s DiNE or Taste of Nova Scotia’s Culinary Type: Family dining, pub Specialty: Canadian Guide. Also visit dinenovascotia.ca and Licensed • Year-round • NW@ WALLBROOK tasteofnovascotia.com. See page 2 for a key to Luckett Vineyards Bistro the symbols and codes. KENTVILLE 1293 Grand Pré Road NOSH 902-542-2600 DIGBY at Nova Scotia Community College, [email protected] 19th Hole Clubhouse & Eatery, 236 Belcher Street www.luckettvineyards.com at Digby Pines Golf Resort & Spa 902-679-7377 Type: Gourmet, informal 111 Culloden Road Type: Gourmet, informal Specialty: Canadian Specialty: European, sandwiches 902-245-2511 Oct 15–Apr 15 • N Licensed • May 1–Oct 31 • N [email protected] www.digbypines.ca/golf Paddy’s Irish Brew Pub GRAND PRÉ Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley A casual dining experience for all, in our & Rosie’s Restaurant Le Caveau Restaurant lounge area or on our outside deck overlooking 42 Aberdeen Street at Grand Pré Winery 902-678-3199 the 18th green. Pub-style menu complemented 11611 Highway 1 www.paddyspub.ca by a full selection of refreshments. 902-542-7177, 866-479-4637 Type: Pub Specialty: Canadian, seafood Type: Informal, pub Specialty: Seafood [email protected] Licensed • Year-round • NW@ Licensed • May 15–Oct 10 • N; www.grandprewines.com/restaurant Type: Fine dining, gourmet Licensed • May 1–Dec 31 • NW NovaScotia.com WINDSOR ADVOCATE HARBOUR CENTRAL GROVE Winegrunt Wild Caraway Restaurant & Café Central Grove Provincial Parkv 101 43 Water Street 3721 Highway 209 1731 Highway 217 902-472-2863 902-392-2889 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/central-grove www.winegrunt.com www.wildcaraway.com Category: Parks • May–Oct Type: Informal Type: Fine dining, gourmet Specialty: Seafood DIGBY Year-round • N Licensed • May 5–Feb 15 • NW@ Annapolis Basin Look Off SUMMERVILLE Provincial Parkv The Flying Apron Inn & Cookery OUTDOORS 260 Shore Road 3 Summerville Wharf Road, off Hwy 215 These listings feature public parks, recreation [email protected] 902-633-2300, 844-633-2300 and nature-based activities. Many are season- parks.novascotia.ca/content/annapolis- [email protected] specific and/or weather-dependent so please basin-look www.flyingaproncookery.ca confirm when booking. See Tours section for Category: Parks • Year-round • W information about outdoor experiences offered Type: Family dining, gourmet Digby Pines Golf Course by tour operators. Licensed • Year-round • NW 111 Culloden Road TRURO WEYMOUTH MILLS 902-245-7709, 800-667-4637 Bistro 22 Hinterland Adventures & Gear www.digbypines.ca/activities/golf 16 Inglis Place 54 Gates Lane, Weymouth Mills A stimulating 18-hole classic Stanley Thompson 902-843-4123 902-837-4092 golf course with ingenious routing through [email protected] [email protected] picturesque pine trees and over a meandering www.bistro22.ca www.kayakingnovascotia.com brook which widens into ponds. Type: Fine dining, informal Specialty: Canadian Category: Equipment Rentals {} Category: Golf Courses • May 15–Oct 10 • W Licensed • Year-round • NW Apr 24–Oct 30 Dockside Kayaking The Nook and Cranny Brew Pub PLYMPTON 34 Water Street 627 Prince Street Savary Provincial Parkv 902-245-4950, 866-445-4950 902-895-0779 7401 Highway 1 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.fundyrestaurant.com/rentals www.thenookandcranny.ca parks.novascotia.ca/content/savary Category: Equipment Rentals K} Type: Pub Category: Parks • May–Oct • W June 1–Sept 30 Year-round • N LAKE MIDWAY Lake Midway Provincial Parkv 7600 Highway 217 [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/lake-midway Category: Parks • May–Oct • ; Restaurants / Outdoors Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley NovaScotia.com MAITLAND BRIDGE YOUNG’S COVE 102102 Kejimkujik National Park and Young’s Cove Coastal Access Park National Historic SiteP 6169 Shore Road West 3005 Main Parkway [email protected] 902-682-2772, 888-773-8888 www.annapoliscounty.ca/community- [email protected] development/parks-trails www.pc.gc.ca/kejimkujik Category: Parks • Year-round • ; Category: National Parks UPPER GRANVILLE May 15–Oct 12 • W ; Fort View Golf Course Hebb’s Landing Park and Boat Launch 3816 Highway 1 Whynot Adventure Outfitters 7464 Highway 1 902-532-7267 Jake’s Landing, Kejimkujik National Park [email protected] [email protected] 902-682-2282 www.annapoliscounty.ca/community- www.fortviewgolf.com [email protected] development/parks-trails Category: Golf • Apr 15–Oct 31 www.whynotadventure.ca Category: Parks • Year-round • ; GRAYWOOD Category: Equipment Rentals |{K} BRIDGETOWN May 15–Oct 13 Mickey Hill Provincial Parkv Jubilee Park 7956 Highway 8 UPPER CLEMENTS 228 Granville Street [email protected] Upper Clements Adventure Park 902-665-5010 parks.novascotia.ca/content/mickey-hill 2958 Highway 1 [email protected] Category: Parks; Cross-country Skiing 902-532-7557, 888-248-4567 www.annapoliscounty.ca Year-round [email protected] Category: Parks; Equipment Rentals {} www.upperclements.com WEST SPRINGHILL May 15–Oct 15 • ; Category: Ziplining • June 23–Sept 1 Raven Haven Beachside Family Park HAMPTON 2239 Virginia Road Upper Clements Amusement Park Valleyview Provincial Parkv 902-532-7320 2931 Highway 1 960 Hampton Mountain Road [email protected] 902-532-7557, 888-248-4567 [email protected] www.ravenhaven.ca [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/valleyview Category: Parks; Equipment Rentals |{}f www.upperclements.com Category: Parks • May–Oct Category: Parks • June 23–Sept 1 June 13–Sept 3 • W ; WEST PARADISE GRANVILLE FERRY ANNAPOLIS ROYAL Eden Golf & Country Club Annapolis River Causeway Park Dunromin Campsite & Cabins 5359 Highway 201 and Boat Launch 4618 Highway 1 902-665-4257, 800-782-8814 4468 Highway 1 902-532-2808 [email protected] [email protected] www.annapoliscounty.ca/community- www.edengolf.ca www.dunromincampground.ca development/parks-trails Category: Golf Courses • Apr 1–Oct 30 Category: Parks • Apr 1–Dec 1 • ; Category: Equipment Rentals Y{} May 15–Oct 15 • W Outdoors Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley NovaScotia.com COTTAGE COVE Valley Stove & Cycle HANTSPORT Cottage Cove Provincial Parkv 353 Main Street Blue Beach Fossil Museum 103 11935 Shore Road East 902-542-7280 127 Blue Beach Road [email protected] [email protected] 902-790-9541 parks.novascotia.ca/content/cottage-cove www.valleystoveandcycle.com [email protected] Category: Parks • May–Oct • ; Category: Equipment Rentals Ky www.bluebeachfossilmuseum.com Year-round • W ALBANY CROSS Category: Geology (Rocks, Minerals & Fossils) May 12–Oct 31 • ; Shannon River Canoe Access Park CENTREVILLE 4081 Highway 10 Eagle Crest Golf Course Fundy Centennial Park [email protected] 2075 Lakewood Road Avon Street www.annapoliscounty.ca/community- 902-679-3033 Category: Parks • Seasonal • ; development/parks-trails [email protected] FALMOUTH Category: Parks • Seasonal www.eaglecrestgolfcourse.com Category: Golf Courses; Golf Driving Ranges Avon Valley Golf & Country Club LAKE PLEASANT Apr 1–Dec 1 • W 595 Falmouth Back Road Lake Pleasant Park and Boat Launch 902-798-2673 808 Lake Pleasant Road NEW MINAS www.avonvalleygolf.com www.annapoliscounty.ca/community- Annapolis Valley Ballooning Category: Golf Courses • Apr 15–Oct 31 • W development/parks-trails Meet at 5477 Prospect Road, New Minas MARTOCK Category: Parks • Apr 1–Dec 1 902-521-9260 [email protected] OnTree Fun & Adventure Park KINGSTON www.annapolisvalleyballooning.com 370 Ski Martock Road Clairmont Provincial Parkv Category: Air Adventures • June 1–Oct 31 902-798-8855 1405 Highway 1 [email protected] [email protected] East Coast Balloon Adventures www.ontreepark.com parks.novascotia.ca/content/clairmont New Minas Category: Ziplining • Apr 1–Nov 30 • W Category: Parks • May–Oct • W 902-306-0095 [email protected] Rosevale Golf Course Paragon Golf & Country Club www.eastcoastballoonadventures.com 136 Redden Road 380 Brookside Drive Category: Air Adventures • May 1–Nov 30 902-880-8048 902-765-2554, 877-414-2554 [email protected] [email protected] Ken-Wo Golf Club rosevalegolf.com www.paragongolf.ca 9514 Commercial Street Category: Golf Courses • Seasonal Category: Golf Courses • Apr 1–Oct 31 • W 902-681-5388 [email protected] Ski Martock GREENWOOD www.ken-wo.com 370 Ski Martock Road 14 Wing Greenwood Golf Club Category: Golf Courses • Apr 1–Nov 30 902-798-9501 877-765-5800 [email protected] [email protected] GREENWICH www.martock.com www.greenwoodgolfclub.ca Hennigar’s Farmers’ Golf Category: Downhill Skiing Category: Golf Courses • Apr 1–Oct 31 10230 Highway 1 Seasonal • W 902-542-3503 VAUGHAN AYLESFORD [email protected] Aylesford Lake Beach www.hennigars.com Falls Lake Provincial Parkv 580 North River Road Category: Novelty Activities 1541 New Ross Road [email protected] May 1–Nov 1 • ; [email protected] www.lifesavingsociety.ns.ca parks.novascotia.ca/content/falls-lake Category: Supervised Beaches LUMSDEN DAM Category: Parks • May–Oct v July–Aug Lumsden Pond Provincial Park ARDOISE 2530 Corkum and Burns Road Berwick Heights Golf Course [email protected] Serenity Acres Family Ranch Outdoors 902-847-9000 parks.novascotia.ca/content/lumsden-pond 7321 Highway 1 [email protected] Category: Parks • May–Oct 902-791-1215, 866-499-9138 www.berwickheightsgolf.com [email protected] Category: Golf Courses • Apr 15–Nov 15 ARLINGTON www.serenityacresranch.com Blomidon Look-off Provincial Parkv LAKE GEORGE Category: Riding • Year-round • ; 3374 Highway 358 NEWPORT CORNER Lake George Provincial Parkv [email protected] 125 North River Road parks.novascotia.ca/content/blomidon-lookoff Coyote Hill Golf Course [email protected] Category: Parks • May–Oct • W 303 Highway 215 parks.novascotia.ca/content/lake-george 902-757-0157 Category: Parks • May–Oct • ; BLOMIDON [email protected] Blomidon Provincial Parkv COLDBROOK www.coyotehill.ca 3138 Pereau Road Category: Golf Courses • Seasonal • W Coldbrook Provincial Parkv [email protected] BROOKLYN 7073 Highway 1 parks.novascotia.ca/content/blomidon [email protected] Category: Parks • May–Oct • ; Smileys Provincial Parkv parks.novascotia.ca/content/coldbrook 109 Clayton McKay Road

Category: Parks • May–Oct • W SCOTS BAY [email protected] Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley Scots Bay Provincial Parkv KENTVILLE parks.novascotia.ca/content/smileys 16 Wharf Road Category: Parks • May–Oct • W Island Green Golf Club [email protected] STANLEY 7005 Highway 12 parks.novascotia.ca/content/scots-bay 902-678-7577 Category: Parks • May–Oct Evangeline Trail Rides [email protected] 2163 North River Road www.islandgreengolf.ca 902-632-2637 Category: Golf Courses • Seasonal [email protected] www.evangelinetrailrides.com Category: Riding • Year-round NovaScotia.com CAMBRIDGE RIVERSIDE The Railyard Mountain Bike Park 104104 Minas View Golf Links Caddell Rapids Lookoff 627 Young street 330 Hiltz Road Provincial Parkv www.trailforks.com/region/the-railyard-at- 902-528-2360 1609 Riverside Road victoria-park [email protected] [email protected] Category: Parks • Year-round www.minasviewgolflinks.com parks.novascotia.ca/content/caddell- Truro Golf Club Category: Golf Courses • Apr 1–Oct 30 rapids-lookoff 86 Golf Street NOEL Category: Parks • May–Oct 902-893-4650 Burntcoat Head Park STEWIACKE [email protected] 45 Faulkner Lane Fox Hollow Golf Club www.trurogolfclub.com 902-369-2529 802 Highway 2 Category: Golf Courses • May 1–Oct 31 [email protected] 902-639-2535 Victoria Park www.burntcoatheadpark.ca [email protected] 29 Park Road Come walk, play and explore the ocean floor at www.foxhollowgolfclub.ca [email protected] the site of the world’s highest tides. Our 3-acre Category: Golf Courses • May 1–Oct 31 • W www.truro.ca/victoria-park.html park features a replica lighthouse and gift shop. STEWIACKE EAST Category: Parks • Year-round Ask us about our guided ocean floor tours! Stewiacke River Park BIBLE HILL Category: Parks • May 15–Oct 12 • ; 528 Stewiacke River Park Road Bible Hill Recreation Park LOWER SELMA 902-897-3180 38 Guest Drive Anthony Provincial Parkv [email protected] 902-893-8083 6889 Highway 215 www.colchester.ca/parks-trails www.biblehill.ca/parks.html [email protected] Shaded day-use park with picnic shelters, Category: Parks • Year-round • W parks.novascotia.ca/content/anthony playground, walking trail; accessible EAST MOUNTAIN Category: Parks • May–Oct • ; washrooms. River access for fishing, swimming Mountain Golf & Country Club MAITLAND (unsupervised), boating. Bald eagles often seen. Category: Parks • May 9–Oct 12 • ; 1195 Pictou Road River Runners Tidal Bore Rafting 902-893-2841, 866-930-4653 8681 Highway 215 BROOKFIELD [email protected] 902-261-2770, 800-856-5061 Brookfield Golf Club www.mountaingolf.ca [email protected] 785 Highway 2 Category: Golf Courses www.riverrunnersns.com 902-673-3352 May 1–Oct 31 • W ; Category: River Rafting • June 1–Sept 30 [email protected] LOWER ONSLOW SOUTH MAITLAND www.brookfieldgolf.com Category: Golf Courses • May 1–Oct 30 MacElmons Pond Provincial Parkv Atlantic School of Skydiving 219 MacElmon Road 9922 Highway 215 MILLBROOK [email protected] 902-452-4016 Farmland Outfitters parks.novascotia.ca/content/macelmons-pond [email protected] Millbrook Category: Parks • May–Oct www.atlanticschoolofskydiving.com 902-899-3144 Category: Air Adventure • Apr 1–Nov 30 [email protected] DEBERT Debert Flight Centre Shubenacadie River Adventure Tours www.farmlandoutfitters.com Category: Fishing Guides • Year-round 44 Spitfire Road 10061 Highway 215 902-662-2228 902-261-2222, 888-878-8687 BEAVER BROOK [email protected] [email protected] Bára Whitewater Rafting www.flytfc.ca www.shubie.com 3764 Riverside Road Category: Flying • Year-round • W Category: River Rafting; Ziplining 902-305-1434 June 1–Sept 30 [email protected] LONDONDERRY

Outdoors Londonderry Provincial Parkv Shubie River Wranglers www.barawhitewater.com Category: River Rafting • June 1–Sept 30 1776 Station Road Phillips Road [email protected] 902-456-2673 LOWER TRURO parks.novascotia.ca/content/londonderry [email protected] Cliffs of Fundy Geopark Category: Parks • May–Oct Category: River Rafting • June 1–Oct 30 Apple River to Lower Truro BASS RIVER GREEN OAKS 902-216-1221 Veterans Memorial Park Fundy Tidal Bore Adventures [email protected] www.fundygeopark.ca 5653 Highway 2 45 Highway 236 [email protected] 902-986-1412, 844-363-8433 Category: Geology (Rocks, Minerals & Fossils) Year-round www.veteranmemorialpark.com [email protected] Category: Parks • Seasonal • ; www.tidalboreadventures.ca TRURO Category: River Rafting • May 1–Sept 30 Bike Monkey FIVE ISLANDS v URBANIA 130 Esplanade Street Five Islands Provincial Park 618 Bentley Branch Road Shubenacadie Tidal Bore Rafting 902-843-7111 [email protected] [email protected] Resort parks.novascotia.ca/content/five-islands 12215 Highway 215 www.bikemonkey.ca Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley Category: Equipment Rentals Kt Category: Parks; Cross-country Skiing 902-400-0104 May–Oct [email protected] Year-round • W www.raftingcanada.ca Fundy Discovery Site Category: River Rafting • May 1–Oct 31 • ; 103 Tidal Bore Road SHUBENACADIE 902-897-6255 The Links at Penn Hills [email protected] www.fundydiscovery.ca 14049 Highway 215 902-758-1406 Day park at the head of the Bay of Fundy. View [email protected] the tidal bore that occurs on the Salmon River www.linksatpennhills.com twice daily at predicted times. Visitor centre, washrooms, playground, Cobequid Trail.

NovaScotia.com Category: Golf Courses Apr 30–Oct 31 • W Category: Parks • May 9–Oct 12 • ; LOWER FIVE ISLANDS HILLGROVE KENTVILLE Acacia Valley Trail 3 km Kentville Trail System 7 km 105 155 Mill Road New Minas to Coldbrook, [email protected] Trailhead near 575 West Main Street www.digbytrails.ca/acacia-valley.html [email protected] Trail Uses: YLy • Year-round • W www.kentville.ca/recreation/parks-trails MOUNT PLEASANT Trail Uses: YKLSy • Year-round • ; Van Tassel Lake Trails 7 km GREENWICH 859 Culloden Road Hennigar’s Farm Park and Trail 2.5 km Five Islands Lighthouse Park [email protected] 10272 Highway 1 140 Broderick Lane www.digbytrails.ca/van-tassel-lake.html [email protected] 902-897-3180 Trail Uses: YKLSy • Year-round www.hennigars.com [email protected] MAITLAND BRIDGE Trail Uses: YLy • May 1–Nov 1 • ; www.colchester.ca/parks-trails Kejimkujik National Park and SCOTS BAY 22-acre coastal park with panoramic view, National Historic SiteP Cape Split Provincial Parkv 13 km 1913 lighthouse (not wheelchair-accessible), 3005 Main Parkway 999 Cape Split Road paths (1 km), beach access, ship playground, [email protected] [email protected] accessible washrooms, picnic shelter, BBQs. www.pc.gc.ca/kejimkujik parks.novascotia.ca/content/cape-split Category: Parks • May 9–Oct 12 • ; 15 front-country trails, 3 back-country trails, Trail Uses: YL • Year-round PARRSBORO some hiking/bicycling. No maintenance in off- FALMOUTH season. Park entry fee. Parrsboro Golf Club Baldwin’s Nursery 1 km May 15–Oct 12 984 Two Islands Road 500 Mines Road 902-254-2733 Beech Grove Trail 2 km www.baldwinnurseries.ca [email protected] Trail Uses: YL Trail Uses: L • Apr 1–Aug 1 www.parrsborogolf.ca Category: Golf Courses • May 1–Oct 15 • W Farmlands 1 km TRURO Trail Uses: YL Spirit Reins Ranch 432 Prospect Road Flowing Waters Trail 1 km 902-254-3138 Trail Uses: YL [email protected] Gold Mines Trail 3 km www.spiritreinsranch.ca Trail Uses: YL Category: Riding • Year-round • W Grafton Woods 3 km WEST ADVOCATE Trail Uses: YL v Cape Chignecto Provincial Park Hemlocks and Hardwoods Trail 5 km Cobequid Trail 18 km 1108 West Advocate Road Trail Uses: YL 202 Willow Street 902-392-2085 [email protected] [email protected] Jakes Landing to 3 km www.colchester.ca/parks-trails parks.novascotia.ca/content/cape-chignecto Merrymakedge Beach 18-km trail network through Bible Hill, Truro Category: Parks • May–Oct • ; Trail Uses: YKL and Old Barns; several trailheads. Woodlands, JOGGINS Mersey River 3.5 km brooks, farmlands, agricultural campus. Views Joggins Fossil Cliffs Trail Uses: YKL of river, bay, tidal bore, Acadian dykes. UNESCO World Heritage Site Mill Falls 2 km Trail Uses: YKLSy • Year-round • ; 100 Main Street Trail Uses: YL ECONOMY 902-251-2727, 888-932-9766 [email protected] Peter Point Trail 4 km Cobequid Escarpment Trail 2.5 km www.jogginsfossilcliffs.net Trail Uses: YKL River Philip Road Outdoors / Trails Guided tours of the World Heritage Site, [email protected] Rogers Brook 1 km www.colchester.ca/kenomee-trail- described as the “Coal Age Galapagos,” where Trail Uses: YL system#cobequid the world’s highest tides continually reveal Slapfoot Trail 3 km Trail Uses: Ly • June 1–Oct 31 • ; 300-million-year-old fossils. Interactive displays. Trail Uses: YKL Category: Geology (Rocks, Minerals & Fossils) Devil’s Bend Trail 6.5 km May 1–Oct 31 • ; Snake Lake Trail 3 km River Philip Road Trail Uses: YL [email protected] TRAILS ANNAPOLIS ROYAL www.colchester.ca/kenomee-trail- system#devil Although used primarily as walking and hiking Harvest Moon Trailway 110 km Trail Uses: YLy • Year-round trails, Nova Scotia’s trails may also be used Annapolis Royal to Grand-Pré for other activities, which are identified by the [email protected] Economy Falls Trail 1 km symbols shown. Most trails are available for blueroute.ca/status-map River Philip Road use year-round, but in winter may not provide Trail Uses: YK>LSsy [email protected] maintenance or parking; use discretion. Year-round www.colchester.ca/kenomee-trail- system#economy TIVERTON DELAP’S COVE Trail Uses: YLy • June 1–Oct 31 Balancing Rock Trail 2.5 km Delaps Cove Wilderness Trail 10 km Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley Kenomee Canyon Trail 18 km Highway 217 (near #2652) 2077 Shore Road West River Philip Road [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.digbytrails.ca/balancing-rock.html www.annapoliscounty.ca/community- www.colchester.ca/kenomee-trail- Trail Uses: YL • May 19–Oct 31 development/parks-trails Trail Uses: LS • Year-round system#kenomee FREEPORT Trail Uses: Y'Ly| • June 1–Oct 31 SOUTH FARMINGTON Fundy View Trail 1 km Thomas’ Cove Coastal 8 km 243 Highway 217 Old Mill Trail 1.5 km 213 Adam Drive Reserve Trails [email protected] Economy Point Road Trail Uses: YL • Year-round [email protected] www.annapoliscounty.ca/community- [email protected] development/parks-trails www.colchester.ca/thomas-cove-coastal- NovaScotia.com Trail Uses: L • Year-round • W reserve Trail Uses: Y'LSy • Year-round PARRSBORO BOAT TOURS & CHARTERS OUTDOOR ADVENTURE 106106 Partridge Island Lookoff 2.5 km Advocate Boat Tours Bára Whitewater Rafting and Hiking Trail 3838 Highway 209, Advocate Harbour 3764 Riverside Road, Beaver Brook off Whitehall Road 902-670-8314 902-305-1434 trails.gov.ns.ca/shareduse/cu011.html [email protected] [email protected] Trail Uses: 'L • Year-round www.advocateboattours.com www.barawhitewater.com Ward’s Falls Hiking Trail 6 km Tour Types: Yt • May 15–Oct 15 June 1–Sept 30 • . Highway 209 Bass Barn Fishing Charter & Tours Dunromin Campsite & Cabins trails.gov.ns.ca/shareduse/cu002.html Cove Road, Economy 4618 Highway 1, Granville Ferry Trail Uses: L • Year-round 902-669-0872 902-532-2808 FOX RIVER [email protected] [email protected] Year-round www.dunromincampground.ca Fox Point Lookoff & 2.5 km Tour Types: Y{} • May 15–Oct 15 • W Walking Trail Brier Island Whale & Seabird Cruises off Route 209 223 Water Street, Westport Trail Uses: L • Year-round 902-839-2995, 800-656-3660 WEST ADVOCATE [email protected] www.brierislandwhalewatch.com Cape Chignecto Provincial Parkv Daily tours on Mega Nova (3–5 hours in duration) 1108 West Advocate Road and zodiac (2–2½ hours), joining a scientific [email protected] survey studying whales; narrated by naturalists and parks.novascotia.ca/content/cape-chignecto researchers. Charter and family rates. Extensive coastal trail system, featuring Tour Types: Yw Fundy Tidal Bore Adventures dramatic cliffs, steep ravines, old-growth forest, May 15–Oct 15 • . beaches. Park entry fee. 45 Highway 236, Green Oaks May–Oct Freeport Whale & Seabird Tours 902-986-1412, 844-363-8433 Freeport [email protected] Cape Chignecto Coastal Trail 53 km 902-839-2177, 866-866-8797 www.tidalboreadventures.ca Trail Uses: YL [email protected] Tour Types: Y • May 1–Sept 30 • . Christie Viewpoint Trail 1.5 km www.whalewatchersnovascotia.ca Hinterland Adventures & Gear Trail Uses: YL Tour Types: Yw • June 15–Sept 15 • ; 54 Gates Lane, Weymouth Mills Eatonville Trail 28 km Mariner Cruises Whale 902-837-4092 Trail Uses: L & Seabird Tours [email protected] Westport www.kayakingnovascotia.com Fundy Ridge Trail 5.5 km 902-839-2346, 800-239-2189 Tour Types: {} • Apr 24–Oct 30 • . Trail Uses: L [email protected] NovaShores Adventures McGahey Brook Canyon Trail 9 km www.novascotiawhalewatching.ca 37 School Lane, Advocate Harbour Trail Uses: L Tour Types: Yw 902-392-2222, 866-638-4118 Mill Brook Canyon Trail 14 km June 15–Oct 15 • ; • . [email protected] Trail Uses: L Ocean Explorations Zodiac Whale www.novashores.com Tour Types: Y} • May 15–Oct 15 Refugee Cove Trail 24 km Cruises Trail Uses: L 3395 Highway 217, Tiverton Out of Bounds – Adventure Creations 902-839-2417, 877-654-2341 32 Dorset Drive, Bible Hill ADVOCATE HARBOUR [email protected] 902-956-2300 Eatonville Day-Use Trails – 5.5 km www.oceanexplorations.ca [email protected] Cape Chignecto Provincial Parkv Tour Types: Ytw www.oobounds.ca 2375 Eatonville Road July 1–Oct 5 • ; • . Tour Types: Kt • May 1–Oct 31 [email protected] Trails / Tours parks.novascotia.ca/content/cape-chignecto Petit Passage Whale Watch River Runners Tidal Bore Rafting Trail Uses: YL • May–Oct 3450 Highway 217, East Ferry 8681 Highway 215, Maitland 902-834-2226 902-261-2770, 800-856-5061 AMHERST POINT [email protected] [email protected] Amherst Point Bird Sanctuary 2.5 km www.ppww.ca www.riverrunnersns.com Southampton Road Tour Types: Yw • June 20–Sept 30 Tour Types: Yt • June 1–Sept 30 [email protected] MULTI-DAY TOURS www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate- Shubenacadie River Adventure Tours change Novacadie Tours 10061 Highway 215, South Maitland Trail Uses: YLSy • Year-round 5884 Highway 221, Woodville 902-261-2222, 888-878-8687 902-678-7560 [email protected] TOURS [email protected] www.shubie.com www.novacadie.ca Tour Types: Y • June 1–Sept 30 • . The colour-coded Tour Locations indicate that Tour Locations: uuuuuuu Shubenacadie Tidal Bore these tours are offered in at least one other Year-round Rafting Resort region. Otherwise, the tours listed here take NATURE & WILDLIFE place entirely within this region. See page 2 for 12215 Highway 215, Urbania a key to tour types. Farmland Outfitters 902-758-8433 Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley Millbrook [email protected] KEY TO TOUR LOCATIONS: 902-899-3144 www.raftingcanada.ca u Halifax [email protected] Tour Types: Y • May 1–Oct 31 • ; • . u South Shore www.farmlandoutfitters.com Shubie River Wranglers u Yarmouth & Acadian Shores Tour Types: f • Year-round Phillips Road, South Maitland u Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley Spirit Reins Ranch 902-456-2673 u Northumberland Shore 432 Prospect Road, Parrsboro [email protected] u Cape Breton 902-254-3138 Tour Types: Y • June 1–Oct 30 u Eastern Shore [email protected] www.spiritreinsranch.ca Tour Types: t • Year-round • W NovaScotia.com Whynot Adventure Outfitters WALKING TOURS Fundy Treasures Gifts and Tours Jake’s Landing, Kejimkujik National Park, Bridgetown Historic Cyprus Walk 107 Highway 242, Joggins 107 Maitland Bridge starting point Jubilee Park, 902-664-9697 902-682-2282 228 Granville Street, Bridgetown [email protected] [email protected] 902-665-5010 www.fundytreasures.ca www.whynotadventure.ca [email protected] Apr 1–Sept 30 uu Tour Locations: www.bridgetownnovascotia.com/about- Gael Tours Tour Types: Y{Lt}f bridgetown/cyprus-walk Digby May 15–Oct 12 • ; Year-round • W 902-247-2146 SIGHTSEEING & DAY TOURS Candlelight Graveyard Tours [email protected] Earth Rhythms 323 St George Street, Annapolis Royal www.gaeltours.ca 448 West Brooklyn Mtn. Road, Grand Pré 902-532-3035 May 15–Oct 3 • . 204-867-7152 [email protected] Valley Ghost Walks [email protected] www.tourannapolisroyal.com/graveyard.html various locations www.earthrhythms.ca June 1–Oct 15 902-692-8546 Year-round [email protected] Go North Tours / Uncork Nova Scotia www.valleyghostwalks.com Tour pick-ups in Halifax and Wolfville May 24–Oct 31 • ; 902-472-2668, 877-365-2552 www.winetoursns.com Tour Locations: uu Year-round Magic Winery Bus Willow Avenue, Wolfville 902-670-0340 [email protected] www.magicwinerybus.ca May 23–Oct 13 Where It’s At, Tour Nova Scotia Wolfville 902-692-8546 [email protected] www.whereitsattours.com Year-round Tours / Marketplace Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley NovaScotia.com 108108 Marketplace Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley NovaScotia.com NORTHUMBERLAND SHORE Northumberland Shore

Melmerby Beach Provincial Park NovaScotia.com 110110 Experience warm-water beaches and fab foodie finds

ith more warm-water ocean beaches than anywhere else in Canada, this shore is WBeach Country. There is always room for 48 Hours Exploring your beach towel, so don your swimsuit and sun hat and head out to Bayfield, Blue Sea, Heather, Melmerby, Earltown to Pictou Northport, Pomquet, Rushtons, or Waterside Beach Mix and match these 48-hour road trips located where the sparkling salt water averages more than 22°C throughout this guide to create a Nova Scotia (72°F) in the summer (see pages 120–121). Local producers adventure all your own. of wine, spirits, craft beer, chocolate, and seafood are Day 1 also dotted along this coastline, making for perfect pit Morning stops as you beach hop. Start your day with a visit to Sugar Moon Farm. But there is more along this quaint shoreline than Savour their Maple Brunch, dining on pancakes, beaches. This region is a burgeoning culinary local bacon and sausage and of course, maple destination with choices ranging from Atlantic syrup, tapped and processed right on site. Explore Rogart Mountain Trail Canada’s first sustainable seafood restaurant at the the after breakfast. 5-star Fox Harb’r Resort to handmade Appleton Afternoon Chocolates. Farmers’ markets can be found in Head through Tatamagouche to Jost Vineyards Amherst, Pugwash, Tatamagouche, New Glasgow, in Malagash for a tasting, tour and stroll through and Antigonish, where just-harvested fruits and the vineyards. After, travel back to Tatamagouche vegetables abound alongside one-of-a-kind to explore this quaint town where you’ll find Appleton Chocolates, Tatamagouche handcrafted pieces by local artisans. Brewing Co., and the Creamery Square. Rent Coastal accommodations are plentiful here, from cozy a surrey bike from Remember Adventures and seaside cottages to campgrounds overlooking the check out the Butter Trail. Northumberland Strait. For a peek into this region’s Evening past, look no further than the Hector Heritage Quay End your day at the Train Station Inn and stay in Pictou, the “Birthplace of New Scotland.” in one of their renovated cabooses or boxcars that are now unique overnight accommodations. Gourmet Seaside Resort Getaway, Fox Harb’r Resort Enjoy a locally inspired dinner menu in the dining car before heading to your car for the night. Day 2 Morning Travel towards Pictou on scenic Route 6 stopping at Lismore Sheep Farm to say ‘hi’ to the sheep and pick up wooly treasures, Seafoam Lavender Gardens to meander through the lavender fields and shop for aromatic bath and beauty products

Northumberland Shore in their shop. End the morning in Pictou visiting DO the Hector Heritage Quay. MORE Afternoon IN Spend the afternoon lounging and swimming in the warm waters of the many beaches in this Gourmet Seaside Resort Getaway area. Visit Caribou-Munroes Island Provincial Fox Harb’r Resort Park, Melmerby Beach Provincial Park or Taste your way along the coast of a five- Waterside Beach Provincial Park. star resort in Nova Scotia. This chef-hosted foodie adventure showcases locally sourced Evening ingredients at each exclusive dining location, End your day at Pictou Lodge Beach Resort. from a raw bar on a private beach to a gourmet Have dinner on the patio overlooking the beach NovaScotia.com dinner nestled in a vineyard, and a seafood feast as the sun goes down, then enjoy a bonfire at beside a lighthouse (see page 114). dusk. Spend the night in a cozy chalet or cottage. Let your taste buds lead the way 111 Follow the flavours along the shore for a wide range of charming yet appetizing adventures. This region is ready for edible (and drinkable!) exploration.

Enjoy award-winning wine Making spirits bright Jost Vineyards, off Route 6, Malagash Steinhart Distillery, Arisaig Savour Nova Scotia’s award-winning wine while relaxing Caldera Distilling, River John on a sunny patio overlooking the lush vineyards. Rent Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour and tasting at these a bicycle on-site to explore the beautiful countryside, distilleries along the Northumberland Shore, each and enjoy locally inspired seasonal fare at the Seagrape with their own unique story. Visit Nova Scotia’s first Café. Daily tours and tastings offered(see page 119). “Ginstitute” at Steinhart Distillery, and sample whisky Seaside cider and rum at Caldera Distilling, who use ingredients grown on their estate farm (see pages 119 & 120). Vista Bella Farm: Cidery, Orchard, and Apiary, Malagash Sweet treats With 110 apple varieties, plums, pears, and cherries Appleton Chocolates, Tatamagouche grown in this established orchard, you will taste ciders Observe a chocolatier at work hand-dipping like nowhere else. Explore this cidery, orchard, and chocolates enveloping sweet Nova Scotian flavours of farm on weekend afternoons from June to November. blueberry, cranberry, cherry, and maple syrup. These Try a cider tasting flight and pick up farm-fresh are definitely a must-try!(See page 119.) produce and honey at the on-site farm store and Northumbrewland Shore U-pick (see page 119). Tatamagouche Brewing Co., Tatamagouche Sustainable seafood with a view Uncle Leo’s Brewery, Lyon’s Brook Cape Cliff Dining Room, Fox Harb’r Resort, Wallace Trider’s Craft Beer, Amherst While widely known and acclaimed for its seaside golf The Townhouse Brewpub & Eatery, Antigonish course and for being Nova Scotia’s only 5-star resort, Craft beer lovers will be right at home here. Visit Fox Harb’r is also home to Atlantic Canada’s first Tatamagouche Brewing Co. to sample their award- sustainable seafood restaurant, which overlooks the winning North Shore Lagered Ale; Uncle Leo’s Brewery 18th hole and the Northumberland Strait (see page 120). for a tasting of their Red Ale or IPA; or Trider’s Craft Beer Savour some maple syrup for their easy-drinking beers like Scotian Pale Ale. The Sugar Moon Farm, Earltown Townhouse Brewpub offers up a locally inspired menu Bring your appetite to feast on pancakes and local with two of their own ales on tap (see pages 119 & 120). maple sausages and get a behind-the-scenes look at Dinner on a train how Sugar Moon Farm makes maple syrup. Bring your Train Station Inn, Tatamagouche hiking boots and camera to explore the onsite trail (see Stop at the Train Station Inn to enjoy a delicious meal page 120). of seafood chowder, fish cakes, or bacon-wrapped Time for tea Digby scallops in the carefully restored dining car. Birkinshaw’s Tea Room & Coffee House, Amherst Stay overnight in one of the renovated cabooses or Featured in Chatelaine’s Top 10 Places for an boxcars that are now deluxe accommodations (see Afternoon Tea in 2018. Stop in and enjoy a specialty pages 115 & 120). tea or coffee and lunch from a menu that puts a Cooking on the farm with The Kilted Chef spotlight on fresh, local ingredients. birkinshaws.ca Pictou

Let Nova Scotia’s Culinary Ambassador, Chef Alain Northumberland Shore Bossé, aka The Kilted Chef, take you on the ultimate Tasting room at Jost Vineyards foodie adventure. Source local ingredients from land and sea to create a delicious meal during this full-day, hands-on culinary experience. Savour a lunch at the chef’s farm and at the end of the day enjoy the meal you made, paired with local wines. kiltedchef.ca

Cooking with The Kilted Chef, Alain Bossé NovaScotia.com 112112 Outdoor adventures Get outside and enjoy the rolling farmlands, bright red bluffs, and sparkling blue sea. Try some of our suggestions below, and turn to page 120 for more ideas.

Explore Cape George Hiking Trail Pictou Waterfront Leading you along the coast through meadows and forests to cliffs with panoramic views of St. George’s Bay, these 33 kilometres of looping trails are a great way to explore our wilderness. There are three serviced trailheads with information kiosks and maps: Cape George Heritage School, Cape George Lighthouse, and Ballantyne’s Cove Tuna Interpretive Centre (see page 122). A great time on The Great Trail Rent a surrey bike (a four-wheeled bike) from Remember Adventures, pack a picnic or pick up lunch from their onsite café (see page 121), and enjoy Seaside golf at its best a leisurely pedal along the nearby Butter Trail, part of If golfing with saltwater vistas in your eyeline makes The Great Trail in Tatamagouche. Highlights of the trail your day, don’t miss playing a round in Wallace at Fox include the Creamery Square and the Tatamagouche Harb’r Resort, which has been consistently ranked Farmers’ Market, Train Station Inn, Patterson Wharf among the top Destination Resorts in Canada and Park, Nelson Park, Sutherland Steam Mill Museum, and is one of only five 5-star resorts in the country. For a views of Tatamagouche Bay (see page 122). truly unforgettable experience, book a round-trip private charter flight for you and seven others and Hiking Trails at Sugar Moon Farm be on the green in 20 minutes from Halifax Stanfield Explore the 6.2-kilometre Rogart Mountain Trail International Airport. Northumberland Links near through the maple forest year-round. The maple Pugwash will challenge your swing in the sun and canopy is green and full during the summer, vibrant salt air overlooking the Northumberland Strait. Other and colourful during the fall. Enjoy a winter hike or notable courses in the region include Brule Point snowshoe, and see the sap running during the early Golf Course, near Tatamagouche, and Abercrombie spring (see page 122). Country Club and Glen Lovat Golf Club, both in New Fox Harb’r Resort Glasgow (see pages 120 & 121).

Northumberland Shore

New Brunswick Tidnish Lorneville Northport Prince Edward Island Amherst Beach Northumberland Strait Heather 6 Northumberland Shore Cumberland Beach County Gulf Museum Shore Oxford Pugwash 104 Fox Harbour Wallace Visitor Information Museum Blue Sea Corner 4 Centre locations Malagash Rushtons Beach y Wentworth Creamer Brule Ferry Square Waterside Tatamagouche 6 River Provincial Park John Caribou Pictou Island Balmoral Sutherland Munroe’s Island Beach Cape Steam Mill George Grist Mill Sunrise Museum WestvillHectore Heritage Quay Museum Pictou Trail Ballantyne’s 106 Tuna Interpretive Trenton Melmerby Beach Centre New Glasgow Salt Springs Westville Arisaig St. Georges Provincial Park Stellarton Park 104 Antigonish Bay Truro Museum Carmichael- Heritage Museu m

NovaScotia.com of Industry Stewart 4 Antigonish Pomquet Beach House 104 d James River Bayfiel Beach Riverside Speedway Auld’s 7 Cove Not-to-be-missed experiences 113 The Northumberland Shore offers so much history, culture, and natural beauty to explore! Plan your road trip around these don’t-miss attractions for fun at your own pace.

Hook with your friends Deanne Fitzpatrick Rug Hooking Studio, Amherst Unexpected discoveries Enjoy a cup of tea and a homemade oatcake as you learn about the many materials and hand-dyed fabrics used in rug-hooking. Then, settle into the calm Lismore Sheep Farm, River John oasis of the knitting room, where you’ll be guided This working farm is home to 100 sheep, and here by an experienced instructor to try your hand at this you can pick up colourful hand-knit blankets and traditional, colourful Maritime craft (see page 119). mittens, sheepskin slippers and mitts, and other Retrace the steps of a Scottish immigrant wool products and knitting supplies (see page 119). Hector Heritage Quay, Pictou Seafoam Lavender Gardens, Seafoam Board the Ship Hector replica and retrace the steps During a behind-the-scenes experience, you’ll of the many Scottish immigrants who left their homes be surprised to learn about the versatility and in search of a better life in the New World. This health benefits of this fragrant and beautiful herb historic voyage marked the beginning of large-scale (see page 118). immigration to North America and is the reason Pictou became known as “the birthplace of New Scotland” Events worth celebrating (see page 118). Join in the revelry at one of these summertime events happening on the Northumberland Shore. Breathe Ride the streets on a “locomobile” in the aromas of blooming lavender gardens at The Tatamagouche Seafoam Lavender Festival, July 18–19; celebrate The Tatamagouche Road Train is the first of its kind in the end of lobster fishing season and this succulent Canada. This train replica provides transit and a fun crustacean at the Pictou Lobster Carnival, July 10–12; tour of the streetscape from the comfort of the open- and take in bagpiping, drumming, highland dancing, sided passenger car. A charming experience for train and athletic games at the Antigonish Highland enthusiasts of any age. tatamagoucheroadtrain.ca Games, July 5–12. Buttery-good fun Tatamagouche Oktoberfest, Creamery Square, Tatamagouche Tatamagouche The waterside Creamery Square offers an engaging Noted as being the largest Oktoberfest east of blend of activities, culture, and heritage experiences, Kitchener-Waterloo, this celebration takes place including the Heritage Centre, Performing Arts the last weekend of September each year. Enjoy Centre, historic Grain Elevator, Saturday morning music, tasty food, and of course beer, with local Farmers’ Market, shops, and the Butter Trail for brews available. nsoktoberfest.ca walking or cycling (see page 118). Luxury Spa at Fox Harb’r Resort, Wallace “Made in Nova Scotia” Escape to the ocean’s edge to indulge in luxury Nova Scotia Museum of Industry, Stellarton at the five-star Fox Harb’r Resort. This uniquely Behind the story of Nova Scotia’s industrial past, Nova Scotian spa experience starts with an Oxford you will discover technology, steam engines, cars, blueberry antioxidant smoothie and a relaxing and coal mining. Costumed interpreters, interactive foot bath of local sea salts and soothing lavender, exhibits, and fascinating artifacts—including the followed by an ocean-inspired spa treatment, nation’s oldest steam locomotives—tell the story of including either sea stones or local clay and Northumberland Shore Nova Scotia’s early thriving industries (see page 118). seaweed (see page 114). Adopt-a-Lobster Northumberland Fisheries Museum, Pictou Seafoam Lavender Gardens Explore a rich array of artifacts from shipwrecks, a lighthouse, and an operating, one-of-a-kind lobster hatchery featuring an aquarium with rare coloured lobsters. The museum also offers an Adopt-a-Lobster program with each adopter receiving a certificate to commemorate the adoption and the opportunity to name their lobster (see page 118). NovaScotia.com NORTHUMBERLAND SHORE Seven Gables Bed & Breakfast FOX HARBOUR 114114 LISTINGS qcccd $89 Arcadia Shores Cottage 4448 Highway 366 qccc H $600–900 weekly Communities are listed in order as found 902-661-2377 1144 Smith Point Road when travelling through the region on the [email protected] 403-800-7650 Scenic Travelway roads. www.sevengablesbandb.com [email protected] K,Q,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Q,T•Pvt bath•4-wk CXL ACCOMMODATIONS B&B: 4 • Year-round Cottage: 1 • June 1–Sept 30 For a key to codes and symbols, see page 2. LORNEVILLE WALLACE Amherst Shore Country Inn Fox Harb’r Resort AMHERST/TIDNISH ENTRY AREA qcccc $149–199 (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) pccccc.JJJJ H 5091 Route 366 1337 Fox Harbour Road $199–550 AMHERST 902-661-4800, 800-661-ASCI 902-257-1801, 866-257-1801 Brown’s Guest Home Bed & Breakfast [email protected] [email protected] qcccd $85–100; no tax www.ascinn.ns.ca www.foxharbr.com 158 Victoria Street East Q,T•Ens bath•1-wk CXL•@ K,Q•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ 902-667-9769 Inn: 8 • May 1–Oct 31 Resort: 88 • May 7–Oct 31 [email protected] Stuart House by the Bay B&B Jubilee Cottage Inn www.brownsguesthome.com qcccd $90–100, XP $20; no tax cccd $90–110 Q,D,T,S•Shared bath•24-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ 5472 Highway 366 13769 Highway 6 B&B: 3 • May 1–Oct 31 902-661-0750, 888-661-0750 902-257-2432, 800-481-9915 [email protected] [email protected] www.stuarthousebedandbreakfast.com www.jubileecottage.ca Q,D,T•Ens or pvt bath•24-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Q•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ B&B: 3 • Year-round Inn: 3 • May 1–Oct 31 AMHERST SHORE WENTWORTH D’s B & B by the Sea Hostelling International Canada – qcccd $100 Atlantic Region (HI – Wentworth) 6327 Highway 366 qccc H $26–48 Comfort Inn Amherst 902-661-0328 249 Wentworth Station Road "pcccc $95–175, XP $10 [email protected] 902-548-2379 143 South Albion Street www.deesbandbbythesea.com [email protected] 902-667-0404, 800-228-5150 Q,D,T•Ens or shared bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast www.hihostels.ca [email protected] B&B: 3 • Year-round D,S•Pvt or shared bath•@ www.amherstcomfortinn.com END OF AMHERST/TIDNISH ENTRY Hostel: 23 • Year-round K,Q,D,T•Ens bath•12-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ Motel: 60 • Year-round OXFORD TATAMAGOUCHE AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) Regent Bed & Breakfast Parkview Family Restaurant and Inn q,ccccd $110–145 "pccc $80–95, XP $5 NORTH SHORE 175 Victoria Street East 4670 Main Street Cambra Sands 902-667-7676, 866-661-2861 902-447-2258 pccccd H $250–315, XP $20 [email protected] [email protected] 79 Cambra Lane www.theregent.ca www.the-parkview.com 902-257-1122, 866-559-0705 K,Q,D,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Q,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ [email protected] B&B: 4 • Year-round Motel: 10 • Year-round www.cambrasands.com K,Q,D,T•Pvt bath•4-wk CXL•@ Accommodations Super 8 Amherst PUGWASH "pcccd $105–205, XP $10 Hillcrest View Inn & Restaurant Cottage: 8 • Year-round 40 Lord Amherst Drive "pcccd H $109–149, XP $10 Saltscapes Vacation Properties 902-660-8888, 800-800-8000 11054 Highway 6 pcccc/cccdH $750–2350 [email protected] 902-243-2727, 866-779-7377 1044 North Shore Road weekly www.super8amherst.com [email protected] 902-257-2666 K,Q•Ens bath•12-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ www.hillcrestview.ca [email protected] Hotel: 50 • Year-round Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ www.saltscapes.ca Wandlyn Convention Hotel Cottage: 1 Motel: 7 • Year-round K,Q,D,T•Pvt bath•12-wk CXL•@ "p,ccc $85–250, XP $10 Inn the Elms Cottage: 3 Vac. Home: 1 • Year-round 1539 Southampton Road q. $115, XP $20 MALAGASH CENTRE 902-667-3331, 800-561-0000 10340 Durham Street MeHomeB’y B & B [email protected] 902-243-2885 qcccd. $110–150, XP $15 Northumberland Shore www.wandlyninns.com [email protected] 2901 Malagash Road K,Q,T•Ens bath•12-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ Q•Ens or pvt bath•1-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ 902-956-3591 Hotel: 84 • Year-round Inn: 4 • Year-round [email protected] TIDNISH CROSS ROADS GULF SHORE www.mehomeby.ca Ketchum Cottages Scottish Pines Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ qcccc/cccd. H $1000–1850 p. H $159–335, XP $10 B&B: 4 • Year-round 902-661-4800, 800-661-2724 weekly 2979 Gulf Shore Road Pearl of the Bay Cottage [email protected] 902-664-6198 "pcccc H $800–1500 www.ketchumcottages.com [email protected] 2930 Malagash Road weekly; no tax Q,D,T•Pvt bath•4-wk CXL•@ www.scottishpines.ca 902-664-4657 Cottage: 2 Vac. Home: 1 • May 15–Oct 15 Q•Ens or pvt bath•@ [email protected] Cottage: 3 • May 15–Oct 20 www.pearlofthebay.com Q•Pvt bath•@ Cottage: 1 • Year-round NovaScotia.com TATAMAGOUCHE PICTOU/CARIBOU ENTRY AREA PICTOU Balmoral Motel (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) 115 pccc. $99–119 131 Main Street TONEY RIVER 902-657-2000 Beach Lily Chalet [email protected] q. H $1400–2300 weekly www.balmoralmotel.ca 167 MacKay Lane K,Q,D•Ens bath•4pm CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ 902-448-4726 Motel: 18 • Year-round [email protected] www.airbnb.ca/rooms/32210929?s=51 Hollings House Bed and Breakfast Q•Pvt bath•@ Braeside Inn qccc. $85–105, XP $10; Cottage: 1 • May 30–Oct 11 qcccc $75–169, XP $15 37 Church Street no tax 126 Front Street 902-657-0096 WATERSIDE 902-485-5046, 800-613-7701 [email protected] Caribou River Cottages [email protected] Q,D,T•Ens or shared bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ p H $120–150, XP $15 www.braesideinn.com B&B: 4 • Year-round 1308 Shore Road Inn (c 1938). 18 A/C rooms (most harbourview), Remember Adventures 902-485-6352 3 or 4-pc bath, fridge, SaTV, Wi-Fi; generous qcccd $100–200 [email protected] free breakfast. Guest sitting room, guest 365 Main Street www.cariboucottages.com laundry, ample parking. Walk to downtown. 902-293-1533 K,Q,T•Pvt bath•@ K,Q,D,S•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ [email protected] Cottage: 2 • May 1–Nov 1 B&B Inn: 18 • Apr 15–Nov 30 www.rememberadventures.ca Waterview Rooms Brenda’s Place to Stay Q,D•Pvt bath•24-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ "q,cccc H $125 Bed & Breakfast Suite: 1 • Year-round 1338 Shore Road q. $85–100 Train Station Inn 902-982-3023 160 Haliburton Road p. $99–199, XP $10 [email protected] 902-485-8653 21 Station Road www.waterview-rooms.com [email protected] 902-657-3222, 888-724-5233 K•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Q•Ens or shared bath•24-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ [email protected] Tourist Home: 2 • Year-round B&B: 2 • June 1–Oct 31 www.trainstation.ca SCOTSBURN Customs House Inn K,Q,D,T,S•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ Smith Rock Chalets "qcccc H $110–169 B&B Inn: 10 • May 1–Oct 25 "pcccc H $160–329, XP $10 38 Depot Street BRULE 310 Fitzpatrick Mountain Road 902-485-4546 Sunrise Shore Marina & Cottages 902-485-4799 [email protected] "cccc H $159–209, XP $20 [email protected] www.customshouseinn.ca 369 Brule Shore Road www.smithrockchalets.com Brick & sandstone inn (c 1870) on Pictou 902-456-6433 Q•Ens bath•@ waterfront. 8 spacious A/C rooms with 4-pc [email protected] Cottage: 10 Lodge: 12 • Year-round bath, CBTV, DVD, fridge; some with kitchenette. www.sunrisemarinacottages.ca PICTOU ISLAND Business services; wired and wireless Internet. Q,T•Pvt bath•4-wk CXL•@ Inned of the Rainbow K,Q•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ Cottage: 6 • May 16–Nov 15 q,. $130–160 Inn: 8 • Apr 1–Nov 20 The Annex 1160 Pictou Island Road Dolan’s Inn & Suites qccccc H $340–525 902-755-4031 ccccd/cccd/cccc H Brule Point Road [email protected] 168 West River Road $79–159 519-829-8366 www.innedoftherainbow.com 902-485-1337 Q•Pvt or shared bath•1-wk CXL•Light b’fast•@ [email protected] [email protected] Accommodations www.cottagerentalnovascotia.com B&B: 3 • May 1–Nov 30 Q•Pvt bath•@ K,Q,S•Ens or pvt bath•4-wk CXL•@ BRAESHORE Apt.: 13 Motel: 14 Tourist Home: 4 Vac. Home: 1 • Year-round Pictou Lodge Beachfront Resort Year-round MARSHVILLE p. H $150–467, XP $20 Evening Sail Bed & Breakfast Amet View Chalets 172 Lodge Road qcccc H $75–125, XP $15 "p,cccc H $140–250, XP $10 902-485-4322, 800-495-6343 279 Denoon Street Amet View Lane [email protected] 902-485-5069 902-351-3462, 866-351-3462 www.pictoulodge.com [email protected] [email protected] Variety of accommodations, including cottages www.eveningsail.ca www.ametview.com and chalets; private sandy beach; oceanside Q,D•Pvt bath•Full b’fast•@ Q,D,T•Pvt bath•2-wk CXL•@ dining and pub; amenities include heated pool, Apt.: 4 B&B: 3 • Year-round Cottage: 6 • Year-round canoes, bikes. Just minutes from the NS–PEI ferry.

Lionstone Inn, Motel & Cottages Northumberland Shore K,Q,T•Ens or pvt bath•72-hr CXL•@ p. H $64–145, XP $10 McLeod’s Beachfront Cottages Resort: 58 • May 15–Oct 17 q. H $185–214, XP $10 241 West River Road 71 Dunvegan Lane 902-485-4157, 866-785-4157 902-890-4434 [email protected] [email protected] www.lionstoneinn.ca www.mcleodscottages.com K,Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ Q,D,T•Pvt bath•@ Cottage: 14 Motel: 14 • Year-round Cottage: 9 • May 15–Oct 15 The Pictou Puffin B&B p,cccd $120, XP $30 90 Front Street 902-982-4986, 800-970-1791 [email protected] www.thepictoupuffin.com K,T•Ens or pvt bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ B&B: 4 • May 1–Oct 31 NovaScotia.com The Scotsman Inn BIG ISLAND Homeward Inns of Canada 116116 p. $99–125 Island Tree Farm Bed & Breakfast pccc H $80–199 78 Coleraine Street q. $60–80, XP $15 41 James Street 902-485-1433, 855-770-1433 10 Harbourview Drive 902-863-4212, 800-251-0008 [email protected] 902-926-2757 [email protected] www.scotsmaninn.com [email protected] www.homewardinnscanada.com K,Q,T•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ www.bbcanada.com/6244.html K,Q,D•Ens bath•12-hr CXL•@ B&B Inn: 10 • June 1–Oct 15 Q,D,S•Shared bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Motel: 43 • Year-round Willow House Inn B&B: 3 • Year-round Keppoch Inn q,cccc. $100–160, XP $15 ARISAIG qccc H $70–100 11 Willow Street Steinhart Distillery Cottages 3055 Highway 104 902-485-5740, 800-459-4133 cccc. H $250 902-863-4842 [email protected] 5963 Highway 245 [email protected] www.willowhouseinn.com 902-863-5530 www.keppochinn.ca K,Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ [email protected] D,T•Ens or pvt bath•12-hr CXL•@ B&B Inn: 6 • Year-round Q•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL Cottage: 2 Motel: 14 • June 1–Nov 30 NEW GLASGOW AREA Cottage: 2 • Year-round Maritime Inn Antigonish (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) ANTIGONISH AREA "pcccc. $132–237, XP $15 (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) 158 Main Street STELLARTON 902-863-4001, 888-662-7484 Holiday Inn Express MORRISTOWN [email protected] Stellarton–New Glasgow Ocean Front Shanties www.maritimeinns.com "pcccc $149–259 "p,cccd H $179 K,Q,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ 86 Lawrence Boulevard 284 Cribbons Point Road Hotel: 32 • Year-round 902-755-1020 902-867-1985 [email protected] Micro Boutique Living [email protected] pcccd. H $99–149 www.hiestellarton.com www.oceanfrontshanties.ca 208 Main Street K,Q,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ Q•Pvt bath•2-wk CXL•@ 902-405-8252, 888-501-2325 Hotel: 125 • Year-round Cottage: 2 • May 1–Nov 15 [email protected] NEW GLASGOW ANTIGONISH www.microboutiqueliving.com Comfort Inn New Glasgow Antigonish Evergreen Inn Q•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ "pcccc $130–250, XP $10 "qccccd. H $165–249 Apt.: 15 • May 1–Aug 31 740 Westville Road 399 Hawthorne Street StFX University Summer Hotel 902-755-6450, 800-228-5150 902-863-0830, 888-821-5566 #qcccc H $38–145 [email protected] [email protected] West Street www.newglasgowcomfortinn.com www.antigonishevergreeninn.ca 902-867-2855, 877-STAY-AT-X K,Q,D•Ens bath•4pm CXL•Full b’fast•@ Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ [email protected] Motel: 61 • Year-round Motel: 8 • Year-round www.sites.stfx.ca/conference_services East River Meditation Healing Centre Antigonish Victorian Inn D,T,S•Ens or pvt bath•72-hr CXL•@ q. $80–95; no tax "ccccd H $130–175, XP $15 Dorm-style: 480 Hotel: 480 337 Forbes Street 149 Main Street May 15–Aug 15 902-755-4325 902-863-1103 Whidden Park [email protected] [email protected] qcccd H $140, XP $15 D,T•Shared bath•1-wk CXL•Full b’fast www.antigonishvictorianinn.ca 4 Park Lane B&B: 2 • Apr 1–Dec 31 Q,T•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ 902-863-3736, 877-263-3736 B&B Inn: 13 • Year-round [email protected]

Accommodations Travelodge Suites New Glasgow "pcccc $129–165, XP $15 Clanranald Tourist Suite www.whiddens.com 700 Westville Road qccccd H $125–150, XP $15 Q,D,T•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ 902-928-1333, 800-578-7878 134 Main Street Mini-home: 5 • June 1–Aug 31 [email protected] 902-863-6637 CLYDESDALE www.travelodgenewglasgow.ca www.bbcanada.com/11057.html Azelia Farmhouse Bed & Breakfast K,D,S•Ens bath•12-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ K•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•Light b’fast•@ q,ccccd. $100–125, Motel: 63 • Year-round Suite: 1 • Year-round 309 Connors Road XP $25 LITTLE HARBOUR 902-863-4262, 866-309-0474 Sandstone Bed and Breakfast [email protected] qccccd. $140–150, XP $25 www.bbcanada.com/7409.html 20 Rose Heath Lane K•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ 902-755-5480, 855-875-7805 B&B: 2 • May 1–Oct 30 Northumberland Shore [email protected] www.sandstonebedandbreakfast.ca Q•Ens bath•1-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ B&B: 2 • Year-round Claymore Inn & Suites END OF NEW GLASGOW AREA "qcccd H $99–200, XP $10 137 Church Street EGERTON 902-863-1050, 888-863-1050 Cameron’s Farm Bed & Breakfast [email protected] . $65–85 www.claymoreinn.com 397 Shore Road A GREEN hotel with clean-environment rooms 902-616-0395 and suites, A/C banquet and meeting rooms. [email protected] Indoor heated pool, sauna, hot tub, outdoor Q•Shared bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast play area, picnic area. Close to attractions. B&B: 3 • May 1–Oct 31 K,Q,D,T•Ens bath•12-hr CXL•@ Hotel: 74 • Year-round NovaScotia.com LOWER SOUTH RIVER CAPE BRETON ISLAND ENTRY AREA CARIBOU (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) For other listings in the Caribou–Munroes Island 117 Entry Area (in Port Hawkesbury, Cleveland, Provincial Parkv Port Hastings & Troy), see pp. 127 and 159 Wp. $27–36 2119 Three Brooks Road AULD’S COVE 902-485-6134, 888-544-3434 Cove Motel [email protected] p. $99–130 parks.novascotia.ca/content/caribou- 298 D - 31 Road munroes-island 902-747-2700 E,U•DS•Swimming: O•24-hr CXL•@ Coastal Inn Antigonish [email protected] Sites: 95 o/n • Seasonal "qccc $80–150, XP $10 www.covemotel.com BRAESHORE 4789 Highway 4 K,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ 902-863-3730, 800-433-4494 Cabin: 12 Motel: 18 • May 1–Oct 31 Harbour Light Trailer Court [email protected] pccc[F]cd[R] $32–38 www.coastalinns.com CAMPGROUNDS 2881 Three Brooks Road At Exit 35, 1 minute from Hwy 104. 17 bi-level 902-485-5733 family rooms & 14 cottage-style economy For a key to symbols and codes, see page 2. [email protected] rooms with A/C, fridge, microwave, BBQ. Free www.harbourlightcampground.ca continental breakfast, parking, Wi-Fi, local calls. AMHERST/TIDNISH ENTRY AREA An open and wooded family campground on K,Q•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) an ocean inlet; showers, washrooms, disposal Motel: 35 • Year-round AMHERST SHORE station, propane, wood, fire pits, laundromat Amherst Shore Provincial Parkv facilities, and a group shelter. Oasis Motel E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•Swimming: O,P qcccd. Wp. $27–36 $85–118, XP $10 48-hr CXL•@ 4173 Highway 4 6596 Route 366 Sites: 200 (108 o/n) • May 10–Oct 15 902-863-3557, 800-929-1998 902-661-6002, 888-544-3434 [email protected] [email protected] END OF PICTOU/CARIBOU ENTRY AREA www.oasismotelcampground.ca parks.novascotia.ca/content/amherst-shore Q,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ E,W,Se,U•DS•Swimming: O•24-hr CXL•@ LANSDOWNE Motel: 13 • Year-round Sites: 42 o/n • Seasonal Lansdowne Outdoor Recreational Park (LORDA) POMQUET END OF AMHERST/TIDNISH ENTRY AREA p. Piping Plover Bed & Breakfast GULF SHORE 1480 Highway 289 qcccc $115, XP $20 Gulf Shore Camping Park 902-396-4470 212 Pomquet Lake Road [email protected] p. $28–46 902-386-2491, 866-886-2491 www.lorda.org [email protected] 2367 Gulf Shore Road 902-243-2489 U•DS www.pipingploverbb.com Sites: 15 o/n • May 1–Sept 15 Q,T•Ens bath•Full b’fast•@ [email protected] B&B: 4 • Year-round www.gulfshorecampingpark.com LOWER BARNEY’S RIVER E,W,Se,U•Pull-thrus•Swimming: O•24-hr CXL•@ Cranberry Campground Pomquet Beach Cottages Sites: 50 (25 o/n) • June 15–Sept 15 pccc[F]ccc[R]. $30–45 "pcccc H $169 135 Weir Road 198 Pomquet Beach Road BRULE Sunset Watch Family Campground 902-926-2571 902-971-0314, 855-240-2487 [email protected] [email protected] pccd[F]cc[R]. $26–39 242 Peninsula Point Road E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•Swimming: P •@ www.pomquetbeachcottages.com Sites: 113 (35 o/n) • May 15–Oct 12 Q•Pvt bath•4-wk CXL•@ 902-657-0009 [email protected] Cottage: 5 • Year-round ANTIGONISH AREA Accommodations / Campgrounds www.sunsetwatchfamilycampground.com (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) BAYFIELD E,W,U•DS•Pull-thrus•Swimming: O•48-hr CXL•@ Sea’Scape Cottages Sites: 84 (24 o/n) • May 15–Oct 12 ANTIGONISH "p,cccdH $135–165, XP $15 Whidden Park 6 Sea’scape Cottage Lane SEAFOAM pccc[F]cc[R] $24–46, XP $3 902-386-2825 Seafoam Campground 4 Park Lane [email protected] "p,ccc[F]ccc[R] $32–44 902-863-3736, 877-263-3736 www.seascapecottages.ca 3493 Highway 6 [email protected] Q,D,S•Pvt bath•@ 902-351-3122 www.whiddens.com Cabin: 1 Cottage: 3 • June 1–Oct 30 [email protected] E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: P www.seafoamcampground.com 5-day CXL•@ END OF ANTIGONISH AREA E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•Swimming: O Sites: 154 (89 o/n) • May 15–Oct 15 48-hr CXL•@

HAVRE BOUCHER Northumberland Shore Sites: 151 (53 o/n) • May 8–Sept 27 LOWER SOUTH RIVER Hyclass Ocean Campground Oasis Campground & Cottage PICTOU/CARIBOU ENTRY AREA pccd[F]c[R]. $30–42 p. H $109 (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) 4173 Highway 4 11373 Highway 4 902-863-3557, 800-929-1998 902-232-3117, 866-892-3117 LYONS BROOK Birchwood Campground [email protected] [email protected] www.oasismotelcampground.ca www.hyclass-campground.com pccc[F]cd[R] $25–135 2521 Highway 376 E,W,Se,U•DS•Swimming: P•48-hr CXL•@ Situated within our beautiful campground Sites: 41 (31 o/n) • May 1–Oct 15 is a cottage (sleeps 5) with a fully equipped 902-485-8565, 888-485-8565 kitchen, bathroom, A/C, and BBQ. New owners. [email protected] END OF ANTIGONISH AREA Q,D,T•Pvt bath•@ www.birchwoodcampground.ca Cottage: 1 • May 9–Oct 19 E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: P 48-hr CXL•@ Sites: 84 (55 o/n) • May 1–Oct 15 NovaScotia.com LINWOOD TATAMAGOUCHE McCulloch Heritage Centre 118118 Linwood Harbour Campground Intercolonial Railway Station 86 Haliburton Road pccc[F]c[R] $29–50 21 Station Road 902-485-4563 11087 Highway 4 902-657-3222, 888-724-5233 [email protected] 902-870-0000, 866-661-9145 [email protected] www.mccullochcentre.ca [email protected] www.trainstation.ca Admission: $ • Year-round • W@ www.linwoodcampground.com May 1–Oct 25 • @ McCulloch House Museumv E,W,Se,U•Pull-thrus•48-hr CXL•@ Tatamagouche Creamery Square 100 Haliburton Road Sites: 42 (37 o/n) • May 15–Oct 15 Heritage Centre 902-485-4563 HAVRE BOUCHER 39 Creamery Road [email protected] Hyclass Ocean Campground 902-657-3449 mccullochhouse.novascotia.ca & Cottage [email protected] Admission: $ • June 1–Oct 15 • @ p,ccc[F]cc[R]. $20–45, www.creamerysquare.ca/museum Northumberland Fisheries Museum 11373 Highway 4 XP $3 Admission: $ • May 21–Oct 10 • W@ & Heritage Association 902-232-3117, 866-892-3117 BALMORAL MILLS 21 Caladh Avenue, Pictou Waterfront [email protected] Balmoral Grist Mill Museumv 902-485-8925 www.hyclass-campground.com 544 Peter MacDonald Road [email protected] New owners. Open and wooded oceanfront 902-657-3016 www.northumberlandfisheriesmuseum.ca campground: 74 campsites, 2 cabins, 1 cottage. balmoralgristmill.novascotia.ca Admission: $ • June 1–Oct 2 • W@ Ocean swimming, playground, bocce, washers, Admission: $ • June 1–Oct 3 WESTVILLE fishing. Boat rentals. E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: O EARLTOWN Pictou County Military Museum 48-hr CXL•@ Sugar Moon Farm 2020 Queen Street 902-396-3761 Sites: 73 (59 o/n) • May 9–Oct 19 221 Alex MacDonald Road 902-657-3348, 866-816-2753 [email protected] ATTRACTIONS [email protected] Admission: D • May 4–Aug 28 • W; www.sugarmoon.ca STELLARTON This category includes national parks, historic Year-round • W Nova Scotia Museum of Industryv sites, museums, and other attractions. See also listings under Craft Beverages and Specialty DENMARK 147 North Foord Street Foods; Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans; Sutherland Steam Mill Museumv 902-755-5425 Outdoors; and Trails. For a key to symbols and 3169 Highway 326 [email protected] codes, see page 2. 902-657-3365 museumofindustry.novascotia.ca sutherlandsteammill.novascotia.ca Push, pull, lift, drop, laugh and learn as you FORT LAWRENCE Admission: $ • June 1–Oct 3 • ; enjoy acres of exhibits and interactive displays Beaubassin and Fort Lawrence that highlight how technology and people National Historic SitesP SEAFOAM worked throughout Nova Scotia’s history. 1231 Fort Lawrence Road Seafoam Lavender Gardens Admission: $ • Year-round • W@ 3768 Highway 6 506-364-5080 NEW GLASGOW [email protected] [email protected] Carmichael-Stewart House Museum www.pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/ns/beaubassin www.lavendercanada.com 86 Temperance Street Enjoy breathtaking views of the Bay of Fundy Experience the beauty and heavenly aroma of 902-752-5583 and the surrounding marshlands while lavender; take a self-guided, educational tour [email protected] discovering two national historic sites, once to learn more about this amazing plant and its June 1–Aug 31 home to Mi’kmaq, Acadians, French and British. many uses. Seasonal • W; May 9–Oct 12 • ; Glasgow Square Theatre AMHERST SCOTSBURN 155 Riverside Parkway 902-752-4800, 800-486-1377 Campgrounds / Attractions Cumberland County Museum A Walk Through Time Museum 4119 Scotsburn Road www.glasgowsquare.com and Archives An indoor/outdoor performing arts facility 150 Church Street 902-485-4586 [email protected] that hosts drama, comedy, music, ceilidhs, and 902-664-7223 major community events; a meeting facility [email protected] www.awalkthroughtimemuseum.com with a panoramic view of the East River. Admission: $ • Year-round • W@ Admission: $ • June 1–Sept 30 Admission: $ • Year-round • W PUGWASH PICTOU deCoste Centre Pictou County Sports Heritage Thinkers Lodge National Historic Site Hall of Fame 249 Water Street 99 Water Street 902-485-8848, 800-353-5338 340 East River Road 902-243-2071 902-755-1755 [email protected] [email protected] www.decostecentre.ca [email protected] www.thinkerslodge.org Year-round • W@ June 15–Sept 15 • ;@ Admission: $ • Year-round • W@ Northumberland Shore BARNEY’S RIVER WALLACE Grohmann Knives Factory 116 Water Street Barney’s River Station School Museum Wallace Area Museum Highway 4 13440 Highway 6 902-485-4224, 888-7KNIVES (in North America) [email protected] 902-924-2271 902-257-2191 brsshmuseum.tripod.com [email protected] www.gknives.com July 1–Aug 31 • W; www.wallacemuseum.ca Year-round • W; Year-round • W@ Hector Heritage Quay ARISAIG MALAGASH MINE 33 Caladh Avenue Arisaig Lighthouse, Lobster Interpretive Centre & Café Malagash Salt Mine Museum 902-485-4371 [email protected] Arisaig Point Road 1926 North Shore Road 902-863-1101 902-257-2407 www.shiphector.ca Admission: $ • May 24–Oct 18 • W;@ [email protected] [email protected] July 1–Aug 31 • W@ Admission: $ • June 15–Sept 15 • W@ NovaScotia.com CAPE GEORGE POINT Deanne Fitzpatrick Rug Cape George Point Lighthouse Hooking Studio CRAFT BEVERAGES 119 152 Lighthouse Road 33 Church Street & SPECIALTY FOODS 902-863-1101 902-667-0560, 800-328-7756 This category includes Wineries, Breweries, Brew [email protected] [email protected] Pubs, Cideries and Distilleries, Specialty Food www.parl.ns.ca/lighthouse www.hookingrugs.com Media: Books & cards, fibre • Year-round •W Shops, Taste of NS Experiences and On-site May 1–Nov 30 • ; Producers recognized by their applicable BALLANTYNE’S COVE TIDNISH BRIDGE provincial associations. Tidnish Bridge Art Gallery Co-op Ballantyne’s Cove Tuna AMHERST Interpretive Centre 3654 Highway 366 57 Ballantyne’s Cove Wharf Road 902-667-8555 Trider’s Craft Beer 902-863-8162 [email protected] 46 Anson Avenue, Unit 3 [email protected] www.tidnishbridgeartgallery.com 902-614-8983 [email protected] Admission: D • July 1–Aug 31 • W@ Paintings, etchings, pottery, photography, reproductions, cards, books. Artist-run www.triderscraftbeer.ca CAPE GEORGE cooperative. Classes in painting, pottery, and Brewery • Year-round Cape George Heritage School Museum more. Exhibitions, book launches. UPPER MALAGASH 5758 Highway 337 Media: Clay, paintings & prints 902-318-8932 Bay Enterprises Limited May 23–Oct 18 • W 2642 Malagash Road [email protected] 902-893-0805 Admission: D • July 1–Aug 31 • ; PUGWASH Basic Spirit [email protected] ANTIGONISH 9828 Durham Street (Highway 6) Specialty food • June 15–Dec 23 • N Antigonish Heritage Museum 902-243-3390, 877-245-3821 MALAGASH CENTRE 20 East Main Street [email protected] Jost Vineyards 902-863-6160 www.basicspirit.com 48 Vintage Lane [email protected] Media: Metal • May 1–Dec 20 902-257-2636, 800-565-4567 www.antigonishheritage.org [email protected] Admission: D • Year-round • W@ The Horton Gallery 10162 Durham Street www.jostwine.com 902-243-3210 Winery • Feb 1–Dec 23 • NW;u@ [email protected] Malagash Cidery at Vista Bella Farm www.fredhortonphotography.com 2859 Malagash Road Media: Multiple media 902-257-2288 June 1–Sept 15 • W [email protected] NORTH WALLACE www.vistabellafarm.com Collector Canes Cidery • May 20–Dec 22 Festival Antigonish Summer Theatre 659 Ferry Road TATAMAGOUCHE 902-257-2817 Bauer Theatre, St. FX University Campus Appleton Chocolates [email protected] 902-867-3333, 800-563-7529 259 Main Street ; [email protected] Media: Wood • Year-round • 902-657-2233, 844-403-2323 www.festivalantigonish.com TATAMAGOUCHE [email protected] Admission: $ • July 1–Aug 31 • W; Pearl & Daisy Natural Soap Company www.appletonchocolates.ca Specialty food • Year-round • W FRASER MILLS Tatamagouche Grain Elevator, 44 Creamery Road Fraser’s Mills Fish Hatcheryv Tatamagouche Brewing Co. Media: Soaps & lotions, candles 1158 Old Pinevale Road 235 Main Street 902-783-2926 May 15–Oct 15 902-657-4000 [email protected] Sara Bonnyman Pottery [email protected] Artisans / Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods Artists & Shops, Attractions / Galleries, www.tatabrew.com novascotia.ca/fish/documents/fmbrochure.pdf 326 Maple Avenue (Highway 246) Brewery • Year-round • NW Year-round • W 902-657-3215 [email protected] RIVER JOHN GALLERIES, SHOPS, www.sarabonnymanpottery.com Caldera Distilling Open Studio Artisan 65 River John Road ARTISTS & ARTISANS Media: Clay, fibre • June 1–Sept 30 • W 902-351-2035 These listings identify some of the artisans in RIVER JOHN [email protected] the region and some galleries and shops whose Lismore Sheep Farm www.caldera.ca N products are primarily made in Nova Scotia. The 1389 Louisville Road Distillery • June 1–Oct 31 • “Open Studio” designation identifies artisans 902-351-2594 LYONS BROOK who open their personal studios to the public [email protected] so you can watch them work. Uncle Leo’s Brewery www.lismoresheepfarmwoolshop.com 2623 Highway 376 Northumberland Shore AMHERST Locally made wool and sheepskin products; 902-382-2739 Amherst Artisan Gallery blankets, mitts, slippers, hats, pillows, yarn, [email protected] 142 South Albion Street, Suite 130 felting supplies. Hand crafted birch knitting www.uncleleosbrewery.ca 902-664-2787 needles. Visit the barn and see our sheep! Brewery • Year-round [email protected] Media: Fibre, wood • May 1–Dec 23 • W PICTOU www.amherstartisangallery.com POMQUET Mrs. MacGregor’s Shortbreads 70 local artisans, one-of-a-kind products: Old Barn Gallery & Decor 59 Water Street paintings, carvings, photography, metal art, 71 Melanson Road 902-382-1878 jewellery, quilts, folk art, glass, boats in bottles, 902-386-2304 [email protected] woodworking, fibre arts, walking sticks, cards. [email protected] www.mrsmacgregors.com W Media: Multiple media • Year-round • www.oldbarngallery.ca Specialty food • May 15–Dec 23 • N Media: Fibre, paintings & prints June 1–Oct 31 • ; NovaScotia.com STELLARTON EARLTOWN SHINIMICAS 120120 Backstage Brewing Company Sugar Moon Farm Shinimicas Provincial Parkv 37 Bridge Avenue 221 Alex MacDonald Road 5252 Highway 6 902-755-9371 902-657-3348, 866-816-2753 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/shinimicas Brewery • Year-round • W www.sugarmoon.ca Category: Parks • May–Oct NEW GLASGOW Type: Family dining PORT HOWE Licensed • Year-round • NW@ The Pork Shop Heather Beach Provincial Parkv 2578 Westville Road, New Glasgow BRAESHORE 700 Heather Beach Road also 3412 Highway 326, Denmark Pictou Lodge Beachfront Resort [email protected] 902-755-3260; 902-657-3406 172 Lodge Road parks.novascotia.ca/content/heather-beach [email protected] 902-485-4322, 800-495-6343 Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches • May–Oct www.theporkshop.ca [email protected] PUGWASH Specialty food • Year-round • NW www.pictoulodge.com/dining Disc Golf Pugwash Type: Informal Specialty: Seafood, steaks MERIGOMISH 2846 Crowley Road Licensed • May 15–Oct 17 • N;@ Knoydart Farm 902-669-0764 7037 Route 245 ANTIGONISH [email protected] 902-867-1305 Gabrieau’s Bistro Category: Novelty Activities www.knoydartfarm.org 350 Main Street Year-round •; Specialty food • Year-round • N 902-863-1925 Eaton Park ARISAIG [email protected] 135 Water Street Steinhart Distillery Type: Fine dining, informal Specialty: European [email protected] 5963 Highway 245 Licensed • Year-round • N www.pugwashvillage.com 902-863-5530 Main Street Cafe and Lounge Category: Parks • Year-round • W [email protected] 158 Main Street GULF SHORE www.steinhartdistillery.com 902-863-4001, 888-662-7484 Gulf Shore Provincial Parkv Distillery • Year-round • NW [email protected] 1033 Gulf Shore Road www.maritimeinns.com ANTIGONISH [email protected] Type: Informal, lounge Peace by Chocolate parks.novascotia.ca/content/gulf-shore Specialty: Seafood, steaks 32 Bay Street Category: Parks • May–Oct • ; 902-867-0201 Licensed • Year-round • NW@ Northumberland Links [email protected] Snow Queen 1776 Gulf Shore Road www.peacebychocolate.ca 21 James Street 800-882-9661 Specialty food • Year-round • ; 902-863-4890 [email protected] [email protected] The Townhouse Brewpub & Eatery www.northumberlandlinks.com www.snowqueenrestaurant.com 76 College Street Category: Golf Courses • Seasonal Type: Family dining 902-863-2248 NORTH WALLACE [email protected] Specialty: Fish and chips, seafood www.antigonishtownhouse.wordpress.com Year-round • N@ Fox Harbour Provincial Parkv 865 Fox Harbour South Road Brew pub • Year-round • N;@ The Townhouse Brewpub & Eatery [email protected] 76 College Street parks.novascotia.ca/content/fox-harbour RESTAURANTS 902-863-2248 [email protected] Category: Parks • May–Oct For more extensive information, pick up a www.antigonishtownhouse.wordpress.com WALLACE BRIDGE copy of the Restaurant Association of Nova Scotia’s DiNE or Taste of Nova Scotia’s Culinary Type: Gourmet, pub Wallace River Golfing Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods / Restaurants Outdoors Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods Guide. Also visit dinenovascotia.ca and Specialty: Canadian, seafood 1055 Kerr’s Mill Road tasteofnovascotia.com. See page 2 for a key to Licensed • Year-round • N;@ 902-890-2652 the symbols and codes. [email protected] OUTDOORS www.wallacerivergolfcourse.com LORNEVILLE Category: Golf Courses • Seasonal Amherst Shore Country Inn These listings feature public parks, recreation and nature-based activities. Many are season-specific WALLACE 5091 Highway 366 and/or weather-dependent so please confirm when Fox Harb’r Resort 902-661-4800, 800-661-2724 booking. See Tours section for information about 1337 Fox Harbour Road [email protected] outdoor experiences offered by tour operators. 902-257-1801, 866-257-1801 www.ascinn.ns.ca/dining-room [email protected] Type: Fine dining, gourmet AMHERST www.foxharbr.com Licensed • Year-round • N Amherst Golf & Country Club Category: Golf Courses; Marinas & Yacht Clubs 487 John Black Road

Northumberland Shore WALLACE May 7–Oct 31 • W 902-667-8730 Fox Harb’r Resort Newcomb-Boyle Park 1337 Fox Harbour Road [email protected] www.amherstgolfclub.com Highway 6 866-257-1801 [email protected] [email protected] Category: Golf Courses • May 1–Oct 31 Category: Parks • Year-round • ; www.foxharbr.com TIDNISH CROSS ROADS Type: Fine dining, informal Specialty: Seafood Tidnish Dock Provincial Parkv WENTWORTH Licensed • Year-round • NW@ 919 Tidnish Head Road Ski Wentworth TATAMAGOUCHE [email protected] 14595 Highway 4 902-548-2089 Tatamagouche Railway Dining Car parks.novascotia.ca/content/tidnish-dock Category: Parks • May–Oct • W [email protected] at Train Station Inn Category: Downhill Skiing 21 Station Road NORTHPORT Dec 1–Apr 1 • ; 902-657-9091, 888-RAILBED Northport Beach Provincial Parkv [email protected] 7722 Highway 366 www.trainstation.ca [email protected]

NovaScotia.com Type: Fine dining, informal parks.novascotia.ca/content/northport-beach Specialty: Seafood, gluten-free Category: Parks • May–Oct • ; Licensed • May 15–Oct 12 • N@ Wentworth Provincial Parkv PICTOU FRENCH RIVER 14160 Highway 4 Hector Quay Visitors’ Marina Anchors Above Zipline 121 [email protected] 37 Caladh Avenue 464 McGrath’s Mountain Road parks.novascotia.ca/content/wentworth 902-485-6960 902-922-3265 Category: Parks • May–Oct • W [email protected] www.anchorsabovezipline.ca MALAGASH POINT www.townofpictou.ca/sports-and- Category: Ziplining • Year-round Blue Sea Beach Provincial Parkv recreation/marina ARISAIG Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs 651 Blue Sea Road Antigonish North Shore Lookoffs Seasonal • ; [email protected] Highway 337 (three sites) parks.novascotia.ca/content/blue-sea-beach GREENHILL 902-863-1533 Category: Parks • May–Oct Green Hill Provincial Parkv Category: Parks • June 1–Oct 30 • W BAYHEAD 209 Dan Fraser Road Arisaig Provincial Parkv [email protected] Nelson Memorial Park 5704 Highway 245 153 Loop of Highway 6 parks.novascotia.ca/content/green-hill [email protected] 902-897-3180 Category: Parks • May–Oct parks.novascotia.ca/content/arisaig [email protected] SALT SPRINGS Category: Parks; Geology (Rocks, Minerals, Fossils) www.colchester.ca/parks-trails Salt Springs Provincial Parkv May–Oct • ; Day-use park beside Tatamagouche Bay. Picnic 2532 Highway 4 LIVINGSTONE COVE shelters, BBQs, playground, walking paths, [email protected] Livingstone’s Cove Wharf Park accessible washrooms, floral gardens. Ocean parks.novascotia.ca/content/salt-springs 190 Livingstone’s Cove Wharf Road view. Access to The Great Trail. Category: Parks • May–Oct Category: Parks • May 9–Oct 12 • ; 902-863-4640 LANSDOWNE Category: Parks • June 1–Sept 30 • ; TATAMAGOUCHE Lansdowne Outdoor Recreational BALLANTYNE’S COVE Brule Point Golf Course Park (LORDA) Ballantyne’s Cove Marina 738 Brule Point Road 1480 Highway 289 Ballantyne’s Cove Wharf 902-657-4653 902-396-4470 902-863-8162 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.brulepointgolf.ca Category: Parks; Stocked Lakes www.marinas.com/view/marina/9289 Category: Golf Courses • May 1–Oct 30 May 1–Sept 5 • W Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs Remember Adventures WESTVILLE Apr 24–Oct 15 • ; 365 Main Street Eagles Chance Par 3 Course CAPE GEORGE 902-293-1533 & Driving Range Cape George Day Park [email protected] 571 Mount William Road Lighthouse Road www.rememberadventures.ca 902-396-1050 902-863-1533 Category: Equipment Rentals KL}y [email protected] Category: Parks • June 1–Oct 30 • ; Year-round • W; www.eagleschancegolf.com BARRACHOIS Category: Golf Driving Ranges ANTIGONISH Tatamagouche Provincial Parkv May 1–Oct 31 Antigonish Golf Club 2664 Highway 6 TRENTON 87 Cloverville Road 902-863-4797 [email protected] Trenton Park [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/ 119 Park Road www.antigonishgolfclub.ns.ca tatamagouche 902-752-1019 Category: Golf Courses • May 1–Oct 31 Category: Parks • May–Oct www.trenton.ca/index.php/trenton-park BALMORAL MILLS Category: Stocked Lakes • Year-round • W BEAVER MOUNTAIN Balmoral Mills Provincial Parkv Beaver Mountain Provincial Parkv

NEW GLASGOW Outdoors 472 Beaver Mountain Road 444 Peter MacDonald Road Abercrombie Country Club [email protected] [email protected] 79 Abercrombie Loop parks.novascotia.ca/content/beaver-mountain parks.novascotia.ca/content/balmoral-mills 902-755-4653 Category: Parks; Cross-country Skiing Category: Parks • May–Oct [email protected] May–Oct • W MARSHVILLE www.abercrombiegolf.com Rushtons Beach Provincial Parkv Category: Golf Courses • May 1–Oct 30 • W KEPPOCH MOUNTAIN 723 Highway 6 Glen Lovat Golf Club Keppoch Mountain [email protected] 151 Fraser Mountain Branch Road 193 Keppoch Road parks.novascotia.ca/content/rushtons-beach 902-753-4653, 877-774-4536 [email protected] Category: Parks • May–Oct • ; www.glenlovat.com www.thekeppoch.ca Category: Parks • Year-round • ; WATERSIDE Category: Golf Courses • May 1–Oct 31 • W MONKS HEAD

Waterside Beach Provincial Parkv LITTLE HARBOUR Northumberland Shore 649 R. Grant Road Powells Point Provincial Parkv Pomquet Beach Provincial Parkv [email protected] 8049 Pictou Landing Road 432 Pomquet Beach Road parks.novascotia.ca/content/waterside-beach [email protected] [email protected] Category: Parks • May–Oct parks.novascotia.ca/content/powells-point parks.novascotia.ca/content/pomquet-beach Category: Parks • May–Oct Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches BRAESHORE May–Oct • W Caribou-Munroes Island MELMERBY BEACH BAYFIELD Provincial Parkv Melmerby Beach Provincial Parkv 2119 Three Brooks Road 6280–6380 Little Harbour Road Bayfield Beach Provincial Parkv [email protected] [email protected] 151 Bayfield Beach Road parks.novascotia.ca/content/caribou- parks.novascotia.ca/content/melmerby-beach [email protected] munroes-island Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches parks.novascotia.ca/content/bayfield- Category: Parks • May–Oct • W May–Oct beach Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches May–Oct • ; NovaScotia.com TRENTON ANTIGONISH 122122 TRAILS Trenton Park 16 km Antigonish Landing Trail 5 km Although used primarily as walking and hiking 119 Park Road 20 East Main Street trails, Nova Scotia’s trails may also be used www.trenton.ca/index.php/trenton-park trails.gov.ns.ca/shareduse/a009.html for other activities, which are identified by the Trail Uses: KLSy • Year-round Trail Uses: YKLSy • Seasonal • ; symbols shown. Most trails are available for NEW GLASGOW POMQUET use year-round, but in winter may not provide maintenance or parking; use discretion. Albion Trail 3 km Pomquet Acadian Trail 5 km 147 Foord Street 951 Monk’s Head Road WALLACE BAY trails.gov.ns.ca/shareduse/p008b.html [email protected] Wallace Bay National 4 km Trail Uses: KL • Year-round • W www.pomquet.net/en/trails.html YLSy Wildlife Area Trail Johnny Miles Memorial Trail 3 km Trail Uses: • Year-round Aboiteau Road East River Road trails.gov.ns.ca/shareduse/cu004.html Trail Uses: KL • Year-round TOURS Trail Uses: fYLSy • Year-round Pioneer Trail 3 km Tours listed here take place entirely within this TATAMAGOUCHE Stewart Street region. See page 2 for a key to tour types. Butter Trail and Shortline Trail 25 km Trail Uses: KL • Year-round 24 Station Road BOAT TOURS & CHARTERS [email protected] Samson Trail 4.5 km Giant Bluefin Tuna Charters www.colchester.ca/trails Terrace Street 33 Wharf Road, Ballantyne’s Cove Trail Uses: YK>LSsy Trail Uses: L • Year-round 902-863-1128 Year-round • W Thorburn Spur Rail Line 6 km [email protected] www.giantbluefintunacharters.ca EARLTOWN Walkerville Road KL Tour Types: f • July 1–Oct 31 •. Earltown Lake and Portage Trail – 6 km Trail Uses: • Year-round Cape to Cape Trail CAPE GEORGE MacInnis Bluefin Tuna Charters 5797 Highway 245, Arisaig Highway 311 (near #5356) Cape George Hiking Trail 33 km 902-863-1509 www.cobequidecotrails.ca/trails Highway 337 [email protected] Trail Uses: LSy • Year-round [email protected] www.capegeorgetrails.ca www.macinnisbluefintunacharters.com Rogart Mountain Trail 6 km Tour Types: f • Seasonal 221 Alex MacDonald Road Trail Uses: YL • May 1–Nov 30 www.cobequidecotrails.ca/trails FAIRMONT Waleaha Bluefin Tuna Charters Trail Uses: L • Year-round 100 Ballantyne’s Cove Wharf Road, Fairmont Ridge Hiking Trail 15 km Ballantyne’s Cove PICTOU Highway 337, near Fairmont Road 902-870-6418 trails.gov.ns.ca/shareduse/a011.html Jitney Walking Trail – 3.5 km [email protected] Trail Uses: YL • Year-round The Great Trail (Trans Canada Trail) Tour Types: f • Aug 15–Oct 15 off Caladh Avenue [email protected] trails.gov.ns.ca/shareduse/p007.html Trail Uses: YKLSy • Year-round • ; Pictou to Oxford – 107 km The Great Trail (Trans Canada Trail) near Harris Road www.colchester.ca/trans-canada-trail Tatamagouche Brewing Co. Trail Uses: YK>LSs Year-round

Trails / Tours Trails WESTVILLE Acadia Park 1 km South Main Street novascotia.cioc.ca/record/ wes0001?usecicvw=3& Trail Uses: L • Year-round Northumberland Shore NovaScotia.com DISCOVER CAPE BRETON ISLAND

Skyline Trail, Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Pjila’si! One hundred thousand cliffside ocean vista is a reward for the senses. Play a round at Cabot Cliffs or Cabot Links, named #9 and welcomes! Bienvenue! Ciad #43 respectively on Golf Digest’s World’s 100 Greatest mille failte! Golf Courses for 2018 and #1 and #3 respectively on These words of welcome have long been offered to SCOREGolf’s Top 59 Canadian Public Courses for visitors as they cross the Canso Causeway to Cape 2019. Stretch your legs with a bike ride or hike along Breton, ready to explore a region where history lives the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail. Take a bike, car, or and breathes. motorcycle tour of the world-renowned Cabot Trail, recently voted Best Scenic Drive in Canada by USA Step into the life of a French settler at the Fortress of Today 10Best, with its dramatic coastal views and Louisbourg National Historic Site, North America’s highland scenery. largest historical reconstruction; take a White Glove Tour of the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic From history and culture to music, seafood, outdoor Site and get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into Bell’s adventures, talented artisans, and friendly locals, a new life; share a traditional feast and hear stories and discovery awaits around every corner of Cape Breton music while on an Eskasoni Cultural Journey; discover Island, named the #1 Island in the Americas by Condé Chéticamp’s Acadian history and world-famous Nast Traveler in 2019, and #8 Best Island in the World hooked rugs at Les Trois Pignons Museum; or tap your and #1 Best Island in Canada by Travel + Leisure. toes to the Celtic tunes and try your hand at playing the fiddle at the Celtic Music Interpretive Centre. CABOT TRAIL Tales of Cape Breton’s past continue to influence its CEILIDH TRAIL future with countless opportunities for you to become immersed in the Island’s stories. BRAS D’OR LAKE Breathe in the fresh air as you venture outside to take in a hike along the Skyline Trail in Cape Breton Highlands National Park, recently voted the Best National Park FLEUR-DE-LIS & in Canada by USA Today 10Best—the spectacular MARCONI TRAILS AND SYDNEY

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NovaScotia.com Cycle the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail Gaelic culture Unexpected discoveries 125 at its best Galloping Cows Fine Foods, Port Hood This culinary treasure offers hand-crafted preserves eilidh” (kay-lee) is Gaelic for “gathering,” that were featured in gift baskets at the Golden and a journey along the Ceilidh Trail Globes, the Oscars, and the Toronto International “C (Route 19) by vehicle, or the Celtic Film Festival. Create your own gift basket of Shores Coastal Trail by bike, offers an opportunity favourites, such as blueberry-rhubarb jam and to experience the true meaning of the word. Both brandy cranberry marmalade (see page 129). routes run parallel to the ocean and connect the communities and attractions along the way. Glenora Distillery, Glenville Canada’s only distiller of single-malt whisky is Meet the locals by stopping into the Celtic Music cradled in a glen in the picturesque Mabou Interpretive Centre or The Red Shoe Pub for some Highlands. Enjoy a tour of the distillery, followed live music and dancing (see pages 128 & 129), and by a taste of Glen Breton Rare whisky—the closest enjoy a delicious meal at The Clove Hitch Bar & to authentic Scotch outside of Scotland. Don’t Bistro overlooking the ocean in Port Hood (see forget your dancing shoes, The Glenora Pub has page 129). Say hello to artist Anne Schroeder and traditional ceilidhs twice a day (see page 129). peruse her beautiful hand-painted quilts and silk Route 19 Brewing, Inverness scarves (see page 129). A trip to Mabou wouldn’t be Enjoy a brew with a view! Located near world- complete without a stop at the Mabou Farmers’ renowned Cabot Links and Cabot Cliffs Golf Market. Over 40 vendors offer delicious local Courses, this three-level facility, which includes food and produce, beautiful jewellery and art, a restaurant and tap room, is the ideal spot for a and of course, live music on Sunday mornings. refreshing sampler after your round or a day at the beach, or for catching a sunset (see page 129). For the golfer in your group head to Inverness and play a round at the world-renowned Cabot Cliffs or Cabot Links, named #9 and #43 respectively on Golf Digest’s World’s 100 Greatest Golf Courses for 2018 and #1 and #3 respectively on SCOREGolf’s 2019 Top 59 Canadian Public Courses (see page 129). Celtic, Acadian, and Indigenous people have strong roots in this area. Nowhere is this more evident than at the Strathspey Performing Arts Centre, a state- of-the-art performance facility where the music, dance, and folklore of these cultures are celebrated (see page 128).

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Ocean Ceilidh and Seafood Celtic Music Interpretive Centre Kick up your heels to jigs and reels with bagpipers and fiddlers serenading your Cape Breton Island adventure. Dine seaside on lobster, then hop

aboard a fishing boat for an exclusive ceilidh NovaScotia.com (Celtic party) at sea and local whisky tasting. You’ll be dancing like a local in no time! (See page 128.) 126126 Not-to-be-missed experiences This area is rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. The following suggestions offer you the quintessential Ceilidh Trail experience; see page 128 for details on these and other area attractions.

Tune in to Cape Breton music Take in a cultural performance The Lobster, The People, Celtic Music Interpretive Centre, Strathspey Performing Arts Centre, The Story Judique Mabou Gillis Lobster Tours & Charter, Take an interactive journey At this state-of-the-art performing Port Hood through samples of song, stories, arts centre, Cape Breton’s rich Join local fisherman Danny Gillis for a dance, and bagpipe and fiddle diversified culture is celebrated tour around Port Hood Island to learn music. Interpretive media displays through Celtic music and the about the local fishery and find out let you try your hand at a fiddle folklore, dance, and music of how to haul a lobster trap and jig tune or learn how to step-dance the Acadian and Indigenous mackerel. As you enjoy the stunning (see page 128). communities (see page 128). vistas of rolling hills, Danny will add to the splendour by playing local fiddle tunes(see page 130).

Cabot Links – Visitor Information Margaree Harbour Centre locations Dunvegan Margaree Forks Inverness Miners’ Museum Ceilidh Inverness Trail Glenville Chestico MacDonald Museum House Glenora Lake Port Hood Mabou Distillery Ainslie 19 St. Georges Bay Whycocomagh

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Port Hastings Outdoor adventures Whether you’re cycling our oceanside Celtic Shores Coastal Trail or discovering the communities and sandy beaches nestled among the rolling hills, the natural environment of this region is best seen at a slower pace. Park your car and check out these gems. See page 129 for listings.

Golf at Canada’s only authentic links courses Cycle the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail Cabot Links and Cabot Cliffs golf courses Various entry points between Port Hastings, at Cabot Cape Breton, Inverness Troy, and Inverness Ceilidh Trail Cabot Cliffs was designed by Bill Coore and two- This 92-kilometre multi-use trail winds through the time Masters champion Ben Crenshaw and was communities of Judique, Port Hood, Mabou, and ranked as the #1 public course in Canada in 2019 Inverness. Along the way, you’ll find active fishing by SCOREGolf and #9 of the World’s 100 Greatest harbours, beaches, exhilarating views, museums, Golf Courses by Golf Digest in 2018. Referred to as restaurants, and accommodations. Include the trail the “Pebble Beach of Canada” by Links Magazine, in a multi-day cycling or trekking itinerary, or stop for the course, set along the picturesque rugged an hour or two to take in the natural beauty of this seaside cliffs of western Cape Breton, features area. Bike rentals and shuttle service are available at an unusual configuration of six par-threes, six Eagle Eye Outfitters of Inverness(see page 130). par-fours and six par-fives. Nearby Cabot Links, Walk and swim at Inverness Beach with golf greens sculpted around sand dunes and Explore the 1.5 kilometres of soft sand or a refreshing ocean views offered at each of the 18 holes, is saltwater swim in the warm waters. This beach is the recipient of continuous accolades, including supervised throughout the summer and features SCOREGolf’s ranking as the #3 public course in sand chairs and mats, allowing those with mobility Canada in 2019. Enjoy fine dining at Panorama or challenges safe access to the water. Afterwards, enjoy

NovaScotia.com casual pub fare at Whit’s Public House after your an ice cream cone on the boardwalk through the sand round (see page 129). dunes (see page 130). CEILIDH TRAIL LISTINGS Troy Lodge Hebridean Motel pccc. H $95–118, XP $10 Communities are listed in order as found pccc H $119–169 127 39 Company Road when travelling through the region on the 719 Highway 19 902-787-3214 Scenic Travelway roads. 902-625-1684 [email protected] [email protected] www.troycottages.ca www.hebrideanmotelporthood.net ACCOMMODATIONS Q,D•Pvt bath•72-hr CXL•@ Q,D•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•@ For a key to codes and symbols, see page 2. Cottage: 9 • May 15–Sept 1 Motel: 18 • Year-round Hillcrest Hall Country Inn END OF CAPE BRETON ISLAND ENTRY AREA CAPE BRETON ISLAND ENTRY AREA "qcccc (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) For other listings in $110–160, XP $10 this area, see pages 117 & 159. LONG POINT 24 Main Street 902-787-2211, 888-434-4255 PORT HASTINGS Beardmans Art House by the Sea qccccd H $280–400 [email protected] Capeway Motel 3465 Highway 19 www.hillcresthall.com qccc H $109, XP $10 902-625-4579 K,Q,D•Pvt bath•72-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ 84 Highway 19 [email protected] B&B Inn: 11 • June 1–Oct 18 902-625-2524 www.beardmans.ca Lighthouse Cottages [email protected] Q,D,T•Pvt bath•8-wk CXL•@ "qcccd H $115–179, XP $15 Q,D,T•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ Vac. Home: 1 • May 15–Oct 31 8537 Highway 19 Motel: 5 • May 1–Oct 30 JUDIQUE 902-787-3345 Hearthstone Inn [email protected] "pccc $99–139, XP $10 www.lighthouse-cottages.com 388 Highway 4 Q,D•Pvt bath•72-hr CXL•@ 902-625-2480, 800-422-8025 Cottage: 9 • May 7–Oct 31 [email protected] Marble Hill Oasis Vacation Rental www.hearthstonehospitality.ca qccccd/cccc. H K,Q,T•Ens or pvt bath•12-hr CXL•@ 739 Marble Hill Road $950 weekly Motel: 19 • Year-round 902-227-5413 Skye Lodge [email protected] qcd $85–119, XP $10 Archer’s Edge Luxury Camping Q,D•Pvt bath•Light b’fast•@ 160 Highway 4 qccccd H $199 Apt.: 1 B&B: 1 • Apr 1–Nov 30 1660 Shore Road 902-625-1300, 888-832-7593 Sunset Hill Bed & Breakfast [email protected] 902-435-5844 q. $110–130 www.skyelodge.com [email protected] www.archersedge.info 555 Marble Hill Road Spacious waterview rooms and beautifully 902-302-0407 landscaped grounds, within short driving distances Q•Ens bath•2-wk CXL Geodesic Dome: 5 • June 1–Oct 31 [email protected] to many local attractions. Let us be your home K,Q•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Light away from home while you explore the area. Inn on the Intervale b’fast•@ D,T•Ens bath•12-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ q,. $95 B&B: 2 • July 1–Oct 31 Motel: 49 • Year-round 134 Stoney Brook Road 902-787-2742 The Fiddle and The Sea B&B Thriftlodge "qccccd $106–130, XP $20 "qcc $81–108, XP $10 [email protected] www.innontheintervale.com 109 High Road 21 Old Victoria Road 902-631-5980 902-625-0460, 877-525-4777 Q•Ens bath•2-wk CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ B&B Inn: 8 • May 15–Nov 2 [email protected] [email protected] www.thefiddleandthesea.com Located just past the Canso Causeway. Make PORT HOOD

Q•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Accommodations us your home base as you explore the Ceilidh Cape Breton Sunset Beach Cottage B&B: 4 • Year-round Coastal Trail, Glenora Distillery, golf courses. q. H $1200–2320 weekly Views of the Strait of Canso from some units. 155 Main Street MABOU AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) K,Q,D•Ens bath•12-hr CXL•@ 604-836-8630 COLINDALE Motel: 69 • May 1–Oct 31 [email protected] K,Q•Ens or pvt bath•8-wk CXL•@ Colindale Beach Villas TROY qccccd H $279–429 Vac. Home: 1 • June 15–Oct 31 Celtic Shores Coastal Inn & Suites 655–659 Little Mabou Road p,cccc H $110–169 Gillies by the Sea B&B 778-994-9255 Ceilidh Trail 805 Highway 19 p. H $120–130 [email protected] 902-625-5627 507 Marble Hill Road www.colindalebeachvillas.ca [email protected] 902-787-3247 Three fully equipped executive-class vacation www.celticshorescoastalsuites.com [email protected] homes on breathtaking 50-acre nature- Q,S•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ oriented “stay and play” oceanside venue. Suite: 3 • May 1–Sept 30 Apt.: 1 B&B: 2 • May 15–Dec 15 Stunning sandy swimming beach; nature trails. Chisholm’s of Troy Coastal Cottages Haus Treuburg Country Inn K,Q•Ens or pvt bath•4-wk CXL•@ & Courtyard B&B & Cottages Vac. Home: 3 • May 1–Oct 31 "qcccc H $99–189 ,cccc H $115–230 MABOU 1327 Highway 19 175 Main Street Ceilidh Cottages and Campground 902-625-3285, 877-626-3285 902-787-2116, 877-787-2116 q,cccd H $179 [email protected] [email protected] 1425 Rocky Ridge Road www.chisholmscottages.com www.haustreuburg.com 902-945-2992, 888-854-6260 K,Q•Ens or pvt bath•Light b’fast•@ Q,D•Ens bath•@ [email protected] B&B: 3 Cottage: 11 • Year-round Cottage: 4 Inn: 3 • Apr 1–Nov 30 www.ceilidhcottages.ca Q•Pvt bath•@ Cottage: 5 • May 18–Oct 15 NovaScotia.com Ceilidh Trail Motel Cape Breton Villas BROAD COVE 128 "pcccc $125–175 #pccccd H $399–799 Glamping off the Beaton Path 11642 Highway 19 43 Godfrey Road ,. $99–119 902-945-4948 902-615-5000 942 Broad Cove Marsh Road [email protected] [email protected] 902-258-2907 www.ceilidhtrailmotel.com www.capebretonvillas.com [email protected] Q,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ Q•Pvt bath•4-wk CXL•@ www.glampingoffthebeatonpath.com Motel: 5 • May 25–Oct 20 Cottage: 4 • Jan 1–Nov 30 W,Se,U•C/T/Y •1-wk CXL Mabou River Inn Dusky Diamonds Bed & Breakfast Glamping Tents: 4 o/n • June 1–Oct 15 q,cccc. H $105–170, q. $120; no tax DUNVEGAN 19 Southwest Ridge Road XP $10 21 Beach No. 1 Road MacLeod’s Beach Campsite 902-945-2356, 888-627-9744 902-258-5225 p. $35–40 [email protected] [email protected] 1485 Broad Cove Marsh Road www.mabouriverinn.com Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ 902-258-2433 K,Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ B&B: 4 • Year-round www.macleods.com/campsite/macleod-s- Apt.: 3 Inn: 7 • May 1–Oct 31 beach-campsite END OF INVERNESS AREA MABOU HARBOUR E,W,Se,U•DS•Swimming: O,R•48-hr CXL•@ MacEachern’s Cove Cottage CHIMNEY CORNER Sites: 150 (97 o/n) • June 1–Oct 7 q. H $700 weekly Chimney Corner Coastal Cottages 611 Mabou Harbour Road "qcccc. H $175–325 ATTRACTIONS 902-457-6953 2581 Shore Road This category includes national parks, historic [email protected] 902-235-2104, 888-211-9061 sites, museums, and other attractions. See also Q,D,T•Pvt bath•4-wk CXL [email protected] listings under Craft Beverages and Specialty Foods; Cottage: 1 • May 1–Sept 1 www.chimneycornercottages.ca Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans; Outdoors; and GLENDYER K,Q,T•Pvt bath•@ Trails. For a key to symbols and codes, see page 2. Cottage: 1 Vac. Home: 3 • June 15–Oct 15 Inn at Glendyer PORT HASTINGS qcccc $120–150, XP $20 Strait Area Museum 356 Smithville Road CAMPGROUNDS (formerly Port Hastings Historical Society 902-945-2345 For a key to symbols and codes, see page 2. Museum and Archives) [email protected] 24 Highway 19 www.innatglendyer.com PORT HOOD 902-625-1295 Q,S•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Sunset Sands RV Park [email protected] p. B&B: 4 • Year-round $45 Admission: D • May 15–Oct 15 • W@ GLENVILLE 45 Wharf Road 902-787-2207, 888-855-7263 JUDIQUE Glenora Inn & Distillery [email protected] Celtic Music Interpretive Centre "qcccd/ccccd H $169–479, www.sunsetsands.ca 5471 Highway 19 13727 Highway 19 XP $10 E,W,Se•Pull-thrus•Swimming: P•48-hr CXL•@ 902-787-2708 902-258-2662, 800-839-0491 Sites: 73 o/n • May 18–Oct 8 [email protected] [email protected] www.celticmusiccentre.com www.glenoradistillery.com/inn.htm MABOU Admission: $ • June 11–Oct 14 • W@ K,Q,D•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ Ceilidh Cottages and Campground Cottage: 6 Inn: 17 Lodge: 5 • May 9–Nov 2 ,ccc[F]cd[R] $30–42 HARBOURVIEW WEST LAKE AINSLIE 1425 Rocky Ridge Road Chestico Museum & Historical Society 902-945-2992, 888-854-6260 8095 Highway 19 Tulloch Inn [email protected] 902-787-2244 qcccc. $120–160, XP $20 www.ceilidhcottages.ca [email protected] Accommodations / Campgrounds / Attractions Accommodations / Campgrounds 2795 West Lake Ainslie Road E,W,Se,U•Pull-thrus•Swimming: P•@ www.chesticoplace.com 902-258-3194, 866-707-4300 Sites: 30 (10 o/n) • May 18–Oct 17 Admission: $ • June 1–Oct 16 • W [email protected] www.tulloch-inn.ca EAST LAKE AINSLIE MABOU K,Q,S•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ MacKinnon’s Campground An Drochaid (The Bridge) Inn: 6 • Year-round p,cccd[F]cc[R] $28–38 11513 Highway 19 2457 Highway 395 902-945-2311 INVERNESS AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) 902-756-2790 [email protected] Ceilidh Trail INVERNESS [email protected] June 28–Aug 28 • W 12 Mine Road Golf Chalet www.mackinnonscampground.ca Mother of Sorrows Pioneer Shrine qccccc H $650–840 E,W,Se•DS•C/T/Y•Swimming: L,P•24-hr CXL•@ 45 Southwest Ridge Road 12 Mine Road Sites: 101 (21 o/n) • May 1–Oct 15 902-945-2221 902-258-7787 INVERNESS www.angelfire.com/biz/maboushrine [email protected] Inverness Beach Village Year-round • W www.12mineroadgolfchalet.com q. $35–40 Strathspey Performing Arts Centre K,Q,T•Ens or pvt bath•4-wk CXL•@ 50 Inverness Beach Village Road 11156 Highway 19 Vac. Home: 2 • May 29–Oct 15 902-258-2653 902-945-5300 Cabot Cape Breton [email protected] [email protected] (formerly Cabot Links Resort) www.macleods.com/beach-village/ www.strathspeyplace.com p. $195–2250 inverness-beach-village Admission: $ • Year-round • W@ E,W,U•DS•Swimming: O•24-hr CXL•@ 18 Cabot Lane EAST LAKE AINSLIE 902-258-4653, 855-652-2268 Sites: 40 (38 o/n) • May 18–Oct 20 [email protected] MacDonald House Museum www.cabotlinks.com/resort 3458 Highway 395 With an ocean view from each of the resort’s 72 902-258-3317 [email protected] rooms and 36 golf holes, Cabot Cape Breton is www.macdonaldhousemuseum.ca where traditional links golf comes to life against Admission: $ • June 30–Aug 31 • ;@ the spectacular Nova Scotia landscape. NovaScotia.com K,D•Ens bath•@ Resort: 93 • May 8–Oct 25 GLENVILLE Licensed • May 8–Oct 25 • NW@ GALLERIES, SHOPS, Whit’s Public House 129 ARTISTS & ARTISANS at Cabot Cape Breton, 18 Cabot Lane 902-258-4653, 855-652-2268 These listings identify some of the artisans in [email protected] the region and some galleries and shops whose www.cabotlinks.com/dining products are primarily made in Nova Scotia. The Type: Pub “Open Studio” designation identifies artisans who open their personal studios to the public Specialty: Canadian, pizza/burgers so you can watch them work. Licensed • May 8–Oct 25 • NW@ Glenora Distillery Panorama Restaurant PORT HASTINGS at Cabot Cape Breton, 18 Cabot Lane Artisans Collective 13727 Highway 19 902-258-4653, 855-652-2268 24 Highway 19 902-258-2662, 800-839-0491 [email protected] 902-625-1295 [email protected] www.cabotlinks.com/dining www.glenoradistillery.com [email protected] With stunning views of Cabot Links’ 18th hole Distillery • May 18–Oct 28 • N@ Media: Fibre, wood • June 15–Oct 15 • W and the ocean, our premier restaurant lives up MABOU INVERNESS to its name with some of the most picturesque Mabou Village Gallery Route 19 Brewing —and delicious—dining in all of Cape Breton. 11511 Main Street 16030 Central Avenue Type: Fine dining, gourmet 902-945-2060 902-550-2739 Specialty: Canadian, seafood [email protected] [email protected] Licensed • May 8–Oct 25 • NW@ Media: Paintings & prints, photography www.route19brewing.com June 20–Oct 20 • ; Brewery • Year-round OUTDOORS MABOU HARBOUR RESTAURANTS These listings feature public parks, recreation Ann Schroeder Studio – Fine Art Quilts and nature-based activities. Many are season- 1422 Mabou Harbour Road For more extensive information, pick up a specific and/or weather-dependent so please 902-945-2744 copy of the Restaurant Association of Nova confirm when booking. See Tours section for [email protected] Scotia’s DiNE or Taste of Nova Scotia’s Culinary information about outdoor experiences offered www.annschroederstudio.com Guide. Also visit dinenovascotia.ca and by tour operators. tasteofnovascotia.com. See page 2 for a key to Open Studio Artisan PORT HOOD Media: Fibre • Year-round • ; the symbols and codes. Port Hood Beach EAST LAKE AINSLIE JUDIQUE 40 Court Street Nature Lost and Found Celtic Music Interpretive Centre www.lifesavingsociety.ns.ca 2984 Highway 395 5471 Highway 19 Category: Supervised Beaches 902-623-2478 902-787-2708 July–Aug [email protected] www.celticmusiccentre.com Port Hood Station Provincial Park v www.naturelostandfound.weebly.com Type: Informal, pub 8657 Highway 19 Media: Multiple media Specialty: Sandwiches, seafood [email protected] May 30–Oct 30 • W Licensed • June 11–Oct 14 • NW@ parks.novascotia.ca/content/port-hood-beach INVERNESS PORT HOOD Category: Parks • May–Oct • W Doug Fraser Art Gallery and Clove Hitch Bar & Bistro MABOU Sculpture Garden 8790 Highway 19 Mabou Provincial Park v 178 Loch Ban Road 902-787-3035 11925 Highway 19 902-258-2455 www.clovehitch.ca [email protected] [email protected] Type: Informal, pub www.dougfraserart.com parks.novascotia.ca/content/mabou Specialty: Fish and chips, steaks / Restaurants Outdoors Artisans / Craft Beverages & Specialty Food Artists & Shops, Galleries, Category: Parks • May–Oct Open Studio Artisan Licensed • Year-round •N@ W v Media: Paintings & prints • Year-round • MABOU West Mabou Beach Provincial Park Tears of Glass 1757 Little Mabou Road The Red Shoe Pub [email protected] 25 Beach No. 1 Road 11573 Highway 19 902-258-7601 parks.novascotia.ca/content/west-mabou-beach 902-945-2996 Category: Parks • May–Oct [email protected] [email protected] www.tearsofglass.ca www.redshoepub.com EAST LAKE AINSLIE Media: Glass • June 15–Oct 31 Type: Lounge, pub Trout Brook Provincial Park v Ceilidh Trail The Opulent Alpaca Specialty: Sandwiches, seafood 2535 Highway 395 15753 Central Avenue Licensed • May–Oct • NW@ [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/trout-brook 902-258-3581 GLENVILLE Category: Parks • May–Oct [email protected] Glenora Inn Dining Room and Pub www.theopulentalpaca.ca 13727 Highway 19 INVERNESS Media: Fibre • Year-round 902-258-2662, 800-839-0491 Cabot Cliffs [email protected] 18 Cabot Lane CRAFT BEVERAGES www.glenoradistillery.com 902-258-4653, 855-652-2268 & SPECIALTY FOODS Type: Gourmet, pub [email protected] Specialty: Canadian, seafood www.cabotlinks.com/golf/cabot-cliffs This category includes Wineries, Breweries, Brew Licensed • June 1–Oct 28 • N;@ Category: Golf Courses • May 8–Oct 25 Pubs, Cideries and Distilleries, Specialty Food Shops, Taste of NS Experiences and On-site Producers INVERNESS Cabot Links recognized by their applicable provincial associations. The Bar at Cabot Cape Breton 18 Cabot Lane 18 Cabot Lane 902-258-4653, 855-652-2268 PORT HOOD 902-258-4653, 855-652-2268 [email protected] Galloping Cows Fine Foods [email protected] www.cabotlinks.com/golf/cabot-links 59 Justin Road www.cabotlinks.com/dining Category: Golf Courses 902-787-3484 Type: Informal, pub [email protected] Specialty: Canadian, seafood NovaScotia.com www.gallopingcows.com Specialty food • May 1–Oct 20 • N;@ May 8–Oct 25 • W Year-round • W 130130 Eagle Eye Outfitters JUDIQUE TOURS 15860 Central Avenue Judique Flyer Trail 19 km The colour-coded Tour Locations indicate that 902-258-5893 (part of Celtic Shores Coastal Trail) these tours are offered in at least one other [email protected] Long Point to Little Judique Harbour, region. Otherwise, the tours listed here take www.eagleeyeoutfitters.ca 5930 Highway 19 place entirely within this region. See page 2 for a K} Category: Equipment Rentals Trail Uses: YK>LSsy key to tour types. May 15–Oct 15 Year-round • W KEY TO TOUR LOCATIONS: Inverness Beach PORT HOOD u Cape Breton 158 Beach No. 1 Road Chestico Trail 17 km www.lifesavingsociety.ns.ca BOAT TOURS & CHARTERS (part of Celtic Shores Coastal Trail) Category: Supervised Beaches Gillis Lobster Tours & Charter Little Judique Harbour to Mabou River, July–Aug • W Port Hood 8667 Highway 19 844-610-2669 YK>LSsy TRAILS Trail Uses: [email protected] Year-round • W www.gltc.ca Although used primarily as walking and hiking MABOU Tour Types: Yf • June 25–Oct 15 • ; trails, Nova Scotia’s trails may also be used Mabou Rivers Trail 19.5 km for other activities, which are identified by the It’s Now or Never Tuna Charters (part of Celtic Shores Coastal Trail) symbols shown. Most trails are available for Murphy’s Pond, Port Hood Mabou River to Blackstone, use year-round, but in winter may not provide 902-945-2010 maintenance or parking; use discretion. 11040 Highway 19 [email protected] Trail Uses: YK>LSsy Tour Types: f • Aug 5–Oct 31 PORT HASTINGS Year-round • W Rankin Tuna Charters Celtic Shores Coastal Trail 92 km INVERNESS 1581 Mabou Harbour Road, Port Hastings to Inverness, Celtic Shores Coastal Trail 92 km Mabou Harbour Kiosk next to Canso Canal Inverness to Port Hastings, 902-945-2709 [email protected] trailhead on Railway Street [email protected] www.celticshores.ca [email protected] www.rankintunacharters.com Trail Uses: YK>LSsy www.celticshores.ca Tour Types: f • Aug 15–Oct 31 Year-round • W Trail Uses: YK>LSsy OUTDOOR ADVENTURE TROY Year-round • W Eagle Eye Outfitters Ceilidh Coastal Trail 22 km Inverness Shean Trail 16 km 15860 Central Avenue, Inverness (part of Celtic Shores Coastal Trail) (part of Celtic Shores Coastal Trail) 902-258-5893 Port Hastings to Long Point, Blackstone to Inverness, [email protected] 71 Highway 104 Beach No. 1 Road www.eagleeyeoutfitters.ca Trail Uses: YK>LSsy Trail Uses: }YK>LSsy Tour Types: YKtfw Year-round May 15–Oct 15 SIGHTSEEING TOURS Celtic Air Services 96 Airport Road, Port Hastings 902-625-2206 [email protected] www.celticairservices.com Tour locations: u Year-round Outdoors / Trails Outdoors / Tours / Trails Ceilidh Trail NovaScotia.com CABOT TRAIL Cabot Trail

Cabot Trail NovaScotia.com 132132 Hike, golf and dance the Highlands

have travelled the globe. I have seen Keltic Lodge, Ingonish Beach the Canadian and American Rockies, the Andes and the Alps and the “Ihighlands of Scotland, but for simple beauty, Cape Breton outrivals them all.” —Alexander Graham Bell The natural beauty of the highlands provides the perfect backdrop for outdoor activities such as golfing, kayaking, hiking, cycling, fishing, bird- watching, skiing, and snowmobiling. And don’t forget the drive—the Cabot Trail was voted Best Scenic Drive in Canada by USA Today 10Best. The panoramic views are spectacular! Golfers will never forget a day at the Stanley Thompson– the ocean as the sun slowly dips into the horizon. The designed Highlands Links, consistently ranked as one beauty of the highlands inspires many artisans living of the ten best golf courses in Canada. For a different around the Cabot Trail. Stop in to watch them create perspective, take a guided kayak tour with Cabot their art, or try one of the hands-on workshops such Trail Adventures (see page 144) along the highlands of as glass blowing at Glass Artisans Studio & Gallery Northern Cape Breton. One of the most spectacular (see page 143). paddling destinations in North America, this remote The Cabot Trail’s natural beauty is only outdone by and rugged coast offers imposing cliffs of ancient the area’s unique culture and unrivalled hospitality. bedrock, which feature waterfalls, sea caves, and You’ll feel like a local after attending a ceilidh and towering arches. hearing some of Cape Breton’s finest musicians. Be Some of the best hiking opportunities in Nova Scotia sure to wear your dancing shoes, because you’ll be are found in the Cape Breton Highlands National up learning how to step or square dance with new Park, voted Best National Park in Canada by USA friends in no time. By the end of your stay, you may Today 10Best, with 26 trails for all interests and even know a few words of the Gaelic language. abilities. For a truly spectacular sunset view, take part Plan to spend at least three to five days along the in the Skyline Trail Sunset Hike. This guided hike leads Cabot Trail, where you’ll discover how Nova Scotia, you to the top of a mountain headland, overlooking or “New Scotland,” got its name.

Meat Cove Campground Rug hooking at Les Trois Pignons Cabot Trail

Meat Cove Cape North Bay St. Lawrence Pleasant Bay Whale Interpretive North Highlands Centre Community Museum Cape Breton Highlands Neil’s Chéticamp Visitor National Park Harbour Centre Cabot Visitor Trail Cap Le Moine Centre Margaree Ingonish Harbour

Wreck Cove Margaree Forks Margaree Valley Margaree Indian Salmon Brook Cabot Museum Trail y Ferr Bird Islands St. Ann’s Englishtown Gaelic College NovaScotia.com

105 Alexander Graham Bell Baddeck National Historic Site Not-to-be-missed Hike, golf and dance the Highlands 133 experiences There are many special hands-on activities along the nearly 300 kilometres of the world- famous Cabot Trail. These suggestions will ensure that you miss nothing along the way.

First flights, kites, and telephones Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site, Baddeck Explore the life and work of this great teacher, scientist, and inventor. On display is a reproduction of Bell’s Silver Dart, the first plane ever to fly in Canada (c. 1909). Children can play games, fly kites, and try a science experiment. With Cape Breton’s first virtual reality experience, you can immerse yourself in the history Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site of the hydrofoil and engage in an exciting race at the helm of Alexander Graham Bell’s HD-4, which broke a marine speed record in 1919 (see page 142). Delve into la vie acadienne Did you know? Les Trois Pignons, Chéticamp Chéticamp’s Acadian history and culture come alive Four of Nova Scotia’s eight Canadian through its world-famous hooked rugs and antiquities. Signature Experiences, which are officially The site also offers a genealogy resource centre, a curated, once-in-a-lifetime experiences, library, and a full range of visitor information services happen on the Cabot Trail. (see page 143). Go kayaking to evoke your inner artist in Baddeck The White Glove Tour Dipping your paddle alongside seals and seabirds, Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site surrounded by our coastal cliffs, can bring out the A unique, behind-the-scenes tour where you’ll artist in anyone. North River Kayak Tours offers tours hold personal mementos and models made by like The Painted Kayaker where you’ll learn to paint the inventor himself. Tours offered daily in both after a paddle along St. Ann’s Bay(see page 145). English and French. parkscanada.gc.ca/bell Cabot Trail Bike Tour Cabot Trail Freewheeling Adventures Take this fantastic six-day, five-night cycling tour through the Cape Breton Highlands. This classic road tour covers a 320-kilometre loop curving along the spectacular coastline of Cape Breton Rug hooking at Les Trois Pignons Island. freewheeling.ca Cabot Trail Skyline Trail Sunset Hike Cape Breton Highlands National Park Visitor Information Meat Cove Cape North Meet your park guide and set off on a 2- to 3 -hour Centre locations Bay St. Lawrence Pleasant Bay Whale hike to watch the sunset from the boardwalk Interpretive North Highlands Centre Community platform, one of the most photographed spots Museum on the island. parkscanada.gc.ca/capebreton Cape Breton Highlands Neil’s Chéticamp Visitor National Park Harbour Centre Island-Wide Celtic Cultural Immersion Cabot Visitor Trail Cap Le Moine Centre Celtic Colours International Festival Margaree Ingonish Harbour Experience the music, energy, and excitement of our rich culture. Take in concerts, dances, Wreck Cove Margaree workshops, and community suppers, all set Forks Margaree Valley Margaree Indian against a gorgeous backdrop of autumn colour. Salmon Brook Cabot Museum Trail October 9–17, 2020. celtic-colours.com y Ferr Bird Islands St. Ann’s Englishtown Gaelic College NovaScotia.com

105 Alexander Graham Bell Baddeck National Historic Site 134134 Outdoor adventures The Cabot Trail is a nature-lover’s paradise, so get out and enjoy all it has to offer for explorers of every fitness level. Turn to page 144 for more Cabot Trail outdoor adventures.

Cape Breton Highlands National Park Fly fishing on the Margaree River The park is well known for its dozens of world- class hiking trails, but don’t miss out on the newer experiences offered: “Perfect Picnic”—order a fully packed boxed lunch of local goodies to take with you on your hike; “Learn to Lobster Boil”—learn how to cook lobster while sharing tunes, stories, and recipes as you dine; or “Learn to Adventure”—discover the park’s hidden gems like magnificent views and secluded spots with exclusive guided hikes off the beaten track. To make your outdoor stay easier, book an oTENTik or equipped camping site (see pages 141, 142 & 145). Salmon fishing on the Margaree River Whale watching For generations, anglers have been lured to the Margaree’s Pods of Atlantic pilot whales spend their summers tumbling rapids, deep pools, and still marshes. This gorging on squid just off the shores of Pleasant Bay popularity has attracted the TV show The New Fly and Chéticamp. Book a Zodiac tour to meet and Fisher, which chose the Margaree River as its first view these highly social sea creatures, which are Nova Scotia location. Arrange a fishing guide to help sometimes as intrigued by you as you are by them. you try your luck. Margaree Riverview Inn, located Along with many species of whales, chances are you’ll in Margaree Forks, just 10 minutes from some of the see porpoises, seals, and seabirds while out on the island’s best salmon pools, has a guide available (see open water. The best times to see whales are in the page 144). Or, join Jimmie Pedersen with A Great Day summer and fall months (see pages 145 & 146). Fishing as this experienced fly-fishing guide takes you Puffin-viewing boat tour to some of the best spots in both the Margaree and These cute, stocky seabirds summer in large Chéticamp rivers to cast your line. agreatdayfishing.com colonies on coastal cliffs and rocky offshore islands Kayaking off Northern Cape Breton before making their way south in the fall. Due to the One of the most spectacular paddling destinations in remoteness of their nesting areas, a boat tour to sites North America, this remote and rugged coast offers like the Bird Islands—Hertford and Ciboux—is the best magnificent cliffs, sea caves, unique rock formations, way to view them. Donelda’s Bird Island Puffin Tours in and the occasional whale passerby. The challenging Englishtown would be happy to welcome you aboard nature of this environment is only suited for experienced (see page 146). paddlers, and a guided tour is recommended (see pages 145 & 146 for a list of tour operators).

Cabot Trail Franey Trail, near Ingonish Cycling along the Cabot Trail NovaScotia.com 135

Ingonish Beach, Cape Breton Highlands National Park Skyline Trail, Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Cycling the Cabot Trail Named one of the top ten cycling destinations in the Hours Exploring world by Lonely Planet, the Cabot Trail is a must-do 48 on every cycling enthusiast’s itinerary. The nearly 300 kilometres of paved roads take you along rolling terrain and up steep hills, all with a view of the open ocean. Judique to Ingonish There are several tour packages available to help you Mix and match these 48-hour road trips located make the most of this epic excursion, like those with throughout this guide to create a Nova Scotia Cabot Trail Adventures. If you prefer an independent adventure all your own. adventure, head to Vélo Max Cycling in Chéticamp to Day 1 rent a bike and pick up cycling supplies before hitting Morning the hills. Visit cyclenovascotia.ca to download route Park the car at the Celtic Music Interpretive Centre maps and GPS coordinates. See page 146 for a list of tour and enjoy a bike ride (bring your own) or hike along the operators. Celtic Shores Coastal Trail. Head back to the centre Tube the Margaree River for a lively lunchtime ceilidh. Take a break and relax on the world-famous Margaree Afternoon River with Live Life in Tents. Let the currents carry you Head just a few kilometres up Route 19 to Glenora downstream as you dip your toes in the river. Keep Distillery for a tasting of North America’s first single malt your eyes peeled for salmon, bald eagles, and the whisky. Then, continue to the beachside community of occasional otter (see page 141). Inverness for an afternoon splashing in the waters of Highland Bow & Arrow, Wreck Cove Inverness Beach. Golfers will enjoy a round at world- This roadside archery attraction on the Cabot Trail in renowned Cabot Cape Breton. Skir Dhu, near Wreck Cove, focuses on traditional Evening archery, providing a variety of recurve and longbow End your day in the Acadian community of Chéticamp. choices to try. Bows range according to age and ability Enjoy a locally inspired and casual dinner at L’Abri or try (see page 145). a traditional Acadian dish at Le Gabriel’s. Stand-up paddleboarding on the Margaree River Day 2 Experience the Margaree River from the comfort of Morning your paddleboard. Join CBWest Paddleboards as Get an early start ahead of the crowds and head out you explore this incredible body of water. Tours are

to hike the Skyline Trail in Cape Breton Highlands Cabot Trail available for every comfort level, from a 90-minute National Park. tour around the tributaries of East Margaree or a 2-hour tour providing a unique vantage point of Afternoon Chéticamp from the water to a 3-hour paddle down Spend the afternoon looking for whales and other the Margaree River, which is perfect for taking in a marine life with a tour out of Pleasant Bay. Continue gorgeous sunset over Margaree Harbour Beach. on the Cabot Trail pulling off the road at one of the Rentals also available. cbwestsup.com designated viewing spots to check out this incredible coastal roadway. Sail the Bras d’Or Lake Biosphere Reserve While visiting the lakeside community of Baddeck, Evening set sail with Amoeba Sailing Tours or Sailing CBI to Dip your toes at Ingonish Beach and Freshwater explore the Bras d’Or Lake. This large inland sea is part Lake. The calm water makes for the perfect way to end fresh- and part saltwater, allowing it to sustain diverse your day with the green, rolling highlands as a backdrop. ecosystems and wildlife, including many bald eagles. Hiking trails, playground, and canteen onsite. Stay at The gentle fog-free waters, beautiful anchorages, and Keltic Lodge, with magnificent cliffside views or at the hundreds of coves and islands make the Bras d’Or Lake campground on Ingonish Beach in an oTENTik. the perfect sailing destination (see pages 145 & 146). NovaScotia.com CABOT TRAIL LISTINGS Cameron Guest House Inverary Resort 136136 Communities are listed in order as found "qcccc H $2275 weekly pcccd. H $150–350, XP $10 when travelling through the region on the 8908 Highway 105 368 Shore Road Scenic Travelway roads. 902-295-1133, 866-566-1133 902-295-3500, 800-565-5660 [email protected] [email protected] www.mcintyrescottages.com www.inveraryresort.com ACCOMMODATIONS K,Q,T•Ens or pvt bath•4-wk CXL•@ K,Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ For a key to codes and symbols, see page 2. Vac. Home: 1 • Year-round Resort: 102 • May 1–Nov 30 McIntyre’s Housekeeping Cottages Lynwood Inn BADDECK AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) p,cccd H $130–190, XP $10 "qcccd/cccc H $149–259 NYANZA 8908 Highway 105 441 Shore Road Trailsman Motel 902-295-1133, 866-566-1133 902-295-1995, 877-666-1995 [email protected] [email protected] "q,cccd. H $99–129, XP $10 www.lynwoodinn.com 10003 Highway 105 www.mcintyrescottages.com 902-295-2413, 888-245-LAKE K,Q,T•Pvt bath•72-hr CXL•@ 31 rooms in Victorian inn and annex (10 with [email protected] Cottage: 8 • Year-round balcony) and a 2-bedroom mini-home; all with www.trailsmanmotel.com BADDECK 4-piece bath, air conditioning. Licensed family Central location in Baddeck, on the beautiful restaurant (June to October). Bras d’Or Lake; spacious grounds and gardens Q•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•@ leading to the water’s edge. Close to several Cottage: 1 Inn: 31 • Year-round attractions and recreational activities. MacNeil House Q,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ qcccc.H $184–234, Motel: 55 • May 15–Oct 20 257 Shore Road XP $15 HUNTER’S MOUNTAIN 902-295-2340, 800-565-8439 [email protected] Hunter’s Mountain Chalets www.silverdartlodge.com pcccd H $98–149, XP $19 Auberge Gisele’s Inn Sharing 90 acres and all the Silver Dart Lodge’s 562 Cabot Trail "qccccd. $125–280, amenities, including McCurdy’s Dining Room. 902-295-3392, 800-996-3392 387 Shore Road XP $15 Offering six units with 1 or 2 bedrooms, full [email protected] 902-295-2849, 800-3040INN kitchen, most with living room / fireplace. www.huntersmountainchalets.com [email protected] K,Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ K•Pvt bath•@ www.giseles.com Inn: 6 • May 18–Oct 17 Cottage: 12 • May 10–Oct 31 Beautifully furnished rooms with views of MIDDLE RIVER meticulously landscaped gardens and the Silver Dart Lodge "pcccc. H $154–203, XP $15 Blackbird Retreat and Tours spectacular Bras d’Or Lakes. Licensed dining room; wine cellar. Sauna, laundry. Multilingual. 257 Shore Road cccd $120 902-295-2340, 800-565-8439 308 West Side Middle River Road K,Q,T•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•@ Inn: 78 • May 19–Oct 22 [email protected] 902-295-0343 www.silverdartlodge.com [email protected] Beira’s Retreat A panoramic view of the magnificent Bras d’Or www.blackbirdretreat.com q,cccc $120–140 Lakes, a mix of four-star accommodations, and Q,D•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•@ 64 Old Margaree Road Taste of Nova Scotia dining overlooking the lakes. B&B: 2 • June 21–Oct 31 902-295-3379 K,Q,T•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ BADDECK INLET [email protected] Resort: 84 • May 18–Oct 17 www.beirasretreat.com Adventures East Cottages Telegraph House qcccd H $145–185, XP $10 Q,D,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ B&B: 3 • Year-round qcccc/cccd/ccc $120–260, 9585 Highway 105 479 Chebucto Street XP $10 Accommodations 902-295-2417, 800-507-2228 Ceilidh Country Lodge 902-295-1100, 888-263-9840 [email protected] pcccd. $119–149, XP $15 [email protected] www.adventureseast.ca 369 Shore Road www.baddeckhotel.com Q•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ 902-295-3500, 800-565-5660 Q,D,T,S•Ens bath•1-wk CXL•@ Cottage: 3 • May 15–Oct 15 [email protected] Cottage: 5 Inn: 17 Motel: 17• Year-round www.ceilidhcountrylodge.com Baddeck Inn The Water’s Edge Inn & Gallery "qccc. $79–120, XP $20 K,Q,D•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ Motel: 49 • May 15–Oct 13 qcccd/cccc H $140–180, XP $10 Cabot Trail 8282 Highway 105 18–22 Water Street 902-295-2200, 844-887-0200 Dunlop Inn 902-295-3600 [email protected] qccccd $120–215, XP $20 [email protected] www.baddeck-inn.com 552 Chebucto Street www.thewatersedgeinn.com 40-acre property overlooking the Bras d’Or 888-290-1988 K,Q•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ Lakes, centrally located for many activities and [email protected] Apt.: 1 Inn: 6 • June 1–Oct 15 attractions. Large sitting area with fireplace; www.dunlopinn.com A/C rooms with patio door and deck. Q,D,S•Ens or pvt bath•Light b’fast•@ The Worn Doorstep Guest House Q,D,T•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ B&B Inn: 5 • May 1–Oct 31 pcccc H $95, XP $15 Motel: 8 • May 1–Oct 31 43 Old Margaree Road Green Highlander Lodge 902-295-8401 Cabot Trail Motel pcccd/ccd $139, XP $25 [email protected] pcccd $119–149, XP $10 525 Chebucto Street Q•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ 8448 Highway 105 902-295-2303, 866-470-5333 Tourist Home: 4 • Year-round 902-295-2580 [email protected] [email protected] greenhighlanderlodge.com Vicar’s View www.cabottrailmotel.com Q,D,T•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ qccccd. H $199–219 Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ Cottage: 1 Tourist Home: 3 • May 5–Oct 31 157 Twining Street Cabin: 4 Motel: 37 • May 15–Oct 18 902-295-0802 [email protected] www.vicarsview.com Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@

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Home: 1 • Apr 1–Nov 15 Cottage: 6 • Year-round Island Sunset Resort CHÉTICAMP NORTH EAST MARGAREE ccccd. H $185–215, XP $20 Acadian Motel Blue Barn Cottage 19 Beach Cove Lane qcccd. $105–130, XP $10 pcccd H $250–375 902-235-2669, 866-515-2900 15202 Main Street 99 East Big Intervale Road [email protected] 902-224-2640, 800-615-1977 902-248-2987, 800-565-9463 www.islandsunset.com [email protected] [email protected] K,Q•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•@ www.acadianmotel.ca www.normaway.com/vacation.html Suite: 19 • June 15–Oct 15 D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ Q,D,T•Pvt bath•4-wk CXL•@ CAP LE MOINE Motel: 15 • May 22–Oct 20 Vac. Home: 1 • Apr 1–Nov 30 Yellow Sidecar B&B Albert’s Motel The Lakes Cottages Margaree q,. $140; no tax q. $80–110, XP $10 "pccc H $125–145, XP $10 11718 Cabot Trail 15086 Main Street 4932 Cabot Trail 902-500-0103 902-224-2077, 877-220-2077

Accommodations 888-722-2112 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.theyellowsidecarbnb.com www.albertsmotelcheticamp.com www.thelakesresort.com Q,T•Pvt or shared bath•5-day CXL•Full b’fast•@ Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ Q,D,S•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ B&B: 3 • June 1–Oct 31 Motel: 4 • May 1–Nov 30 Cottage: 8 • May 9–Oct 30 CHÉTICAMP AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) Auberge Bay Wind Suites MARGAREE FORKS "qcccc. H $189 Cajun Cedar Log Cottages GRAND ETANG 15299 Main Street

Cabot Trail ,. H $160–200 Chez Edmond Vacation Home 902-224-3800 8365 Cabot Trail qcccd. H $1000 weekly; [email protected] 902-248-2494, 866-511-2494 86 LeBlanc Road no tax www.baywindsuites.com [email protected] 902-224-2665 Luxury waterfront suites by boardwalk in www.cajuncedarlogcottages.com [email protected] centre of village; 3-piece baths (roll-in shower D•Pvt bath•72-hr CXL•@ www.cheticamp.ca/chezedmond or double airjet tub), A/C, SaTV, microwave, Cottage: 6 • May 17–Oct 31 D•Pvt bath•4-wk CXL•@ mini-bar; deck off 3 units. Oceanview dining. Margaree Riverview Inn Vac. Home: 1 • May 1–Oct 31 Q•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ p. H $79–189 Marie à Padée Maison Vacance Tourist Home: 4 • Year-round 21045 Highway 19 q. H $2000 weekly Auberge des Pêcheurs Inn 902-248-2948, 888-493-5151 58 Old Cabot Trail Road qcccc $80–220, XP $25 [email protected] 902-224-2569 10 Fiset Road www.margareeriverviewinn.com [email protected] 902-224-2700 K,Q,D,T•Ens bath•@ Q•Ens or pvt bath•4-wk CXL•@ [email protected] Motel: 32 • May 15–Oct 31 Vac. Home: 1 • Apr 1–Oct 31 www.aubergedespecheursinn.com Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ B&B Inn: 8 • May 1–Oct 16 NovaScotia.com Cabot Trail Sea & Golf Chalets Ocean View Motel & Chalets MidTrail Motel pcccc H $139–299, XP $15 qcccd. H $135–190, XP $25 pcccd $65–125 139 71 Fraser Doucet Lane 15569 Cabot Trail 23475 Cabot Trail 902-224-1777, 877-224-1777 902-224-2313, 877-743-4404 902-224-2529, 800-215-0411 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.seagolfchalets.com www.oceanviewchalets.com www.midtrail.ca 12 deluxe chalets (4 with fireplace & whirlpool, Spacious oceanfront motel rooms and 1-bdrm Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ 1 with ramp); satellite TV, electric heat, covered chalets (2 with double whirlpool and fireplace). Motel: 20 • May 1–Oct 22 deck, BBQ. 3-bdrm suite and 2 houses with Traditional Acadian cuisine, a local pub and a Mountainview Motel & Restaurant washer, dryer, dishwasher. No smoking. golf course all within a 5-minute walk. p. H $70–130, Q,D,S•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ K,Q•Ens or pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ 23659 Cabot Trail XP $8 Cottage: 12 Vac. Home: 3 • May 1–Oct 15 Cottage: 12 Motel: 6 • May 1–Oct 31 902-224-3100, 888-835-7577 Cheticamp Island Cottages Pilot Whale Chalets [email protected] p. H $159, XP $15 qcccc H $120–260, XP $25 www.themountainview.com 8 Marguerite Gallant 15775 Cabot Trail D,T•Ens or pvt bath 902-224-1152 902-224-1040 Cottage: 4 Motel: 18 • May 20–Oct 20 [email protected] [email protected] The Poplar B & B www.cheticampislandcottages.com www.pilotwhalechalets.com q,cccc $125 Q,D•Pvt bath•8-wk CXL•@ K,Q•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ 23606 Cabot Trail Cottage: 5 • May 15–Oct 18 Apt.: 5 Cottage: 9 Vac. Home: 1• Year-round 902-224-3176, 877-224-3176 Cheticamp Motel Plage St-Pierre Beach and Campground [email protected] "qccc H $85–135, XP $10 p. H $180 Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ 14764 Cabot Trail 635 Chéticamp Island Road B&B: 2 • May 1–Oct 31 902-224-2711, 866-721-2711 902-224-2112 True North Destinations K,Q,D,T•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ [email protected] ccccc. H $250, XP $15 Cottage: 1 Motel: 9 • May 1–Nov 30 www.plagestpierrebeachandcampground.com 23241 Cabot Trail Cheticamp Outback Inn D•Pvt bath•@ 506-875-7004 q. H $149–219 Cottage: 1 • May 15–Oct 15 [email protected] 909 Chéticamp Back Road Silver Lining Inn and Motel www.truenorthdestinations.ca 902-224-8025 p. H $129–189, XP $15 Q•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ [email protected] 15356 Cabot Trail Cottage: 9 • June 1–Oct 31 Q•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ 902-224-1129 Motel: 4 Suite: 1 • Year-round [email protected] CAPE NORTH AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) www.silverlininginn.ca Cornerstone Motel CAPE NORTH K,Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•24-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ q. H $110–143, XP $12 Inn: 7 Motel: 7 • June 1–Oct 31 Country Haven Bed & Breakfast 16537 Cabot Trail qcccc $95–115; no tax 902-224-3232, 844-224-3232 Soleil Chalets 49 Courtney Road [email protected] pcccc/cccd H $140–250, 902-383-2369, 888-540-7575 (North America) www.cornerstonemotel.com 15660 Cabot Trail XP $25 [email protected] K,Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ 902-224-2822 www.countryhavenbedandbreakfast.com Motel: 17 • May 1–Oct 20 [email protected] Q•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ www.soleilchalets.com Fraser’s Motel B&B: 2 • May 1–Oct 31 K,Q•Ens or pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ pccd $70–98, XP $8 MacDonald’s Motel and Cabin 15479 Main Street Apt.: 1 Cottage: 6 Vac. Home: 1 May 1–Oct 31 p. H $70–100, XP $10 902-224-2411 2 Bay St. Lawrence Road

D,S•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ END OF CHÉTICAMP AREA 902-383-2054 Accommodations Motel: 5 Tourist Home: 2 • May 15–Oct 15 [email protected] L’Auberge Doucet Inn PLEASANT BAY www.macdonaldsmotel.ca "qcccd H $60–220, XP $25 Cabot Trail Backpackers D,T•Ens or pvt bath•24-hr CXL•@ 14758 Cabot Trail qccc. H $29–66 Cottage: 1 Motel: 12 • May 15–Oct 31 902-224-3438, 800-646-8668 23349 Cabot Trail ASPY BAY 902-224-1976, 877-776-0707 [email protected] Four Mile Beach Inn (c 1898) www.aubergedoucetinn.com [email protected] p. H $99–169, XP $20 Cabot Trail www.cabottrailhostel.com K,Q,D,T,S•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ 1528 Bay St. Lawrence Road D,S•Shared bath•48-hr CXL•@ B&B Inn: 13 • May 1–Oct 31 902-718-7366, 877-779-8275 Hostel: 18 • May 1–Oct 17 Laurie’s Motel [email protected] "pcccd. H $133–185, XP $25 Gulf Breeze Accommodations www.fourmilebeachinn.com 15456 Cabot Trail qcccd H $164–174, XP $20 Q,D,S•Ens, pvt or shared bath•Buffet b’fast•@ 902-224-2400, 800-959-4253 23329 Cabot Trail B&B Inn: 8 • June 20–Oct 18 [email protected] 902-224-2974, 877-224-2974 BAY ST. LAWRENCE [email protected] www.lauries.com Burton’s Sunset Oasis 53 A/C rooms and 2 vac homes (2 & 5-bdrm). Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ Suite: 3 • Apr 15–Oct 15 Housekeeping Motel Private baths, room amenities, Wi-Fi, SaTV, qcccd. H $140–150, XP $25 deck access, free parking. Peak season: 24-hr Highland Breeze Accommodations 105 Money Point Road reception, free buffet breakfast, coin laundry. p,cccc $120–135, XP $15 902-383-2666 K,Q,D,T•Ens or pvt bath•24-hr CXL 42 Harbour Road [email protected] Buffet b’fast•@ 902-224-2974, 877-224-2974 www.burtonsoasismotel.ca Motel: 53 Vac. Home: 2 • May 15–Oct 31 [email protected] Q,D•Ens bath•1-wk CXL•@ Nestle In Suites Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ Motel: 5 • May 1–Oct 30 q,cccd. H $95–140 Cottage: 1 Tourist Home: 2 19 Muise Road June 15–Oct 15 902-224-1609 [email protected] NovaScotia.com www.nestleinsuites.com Q,D•Pvt bath•24-hr CXL•@ Suite: 3 • Year-round MEAT COVE Gaia Cottage INGONISH CENTRE 140140 Hines Oceanview Lodge qcccc H $2025–2625 weekly Ingonish Chalets p. H $55 36785 Cabot Trail, Unit 2 "p,cccc. H $129–259, XP $25 2149 Meat Cove Road 902-285-2294 36784 Cabot Trail 902-383-2512 [email protected] 902-285-2008, 888-505-0552 [email protected] www.ingonishvacationrentals.com [email protected] www.hinesoceanviewlodge.ca Q•Ens or pvt bath•8-wk CXL•@ www.ingonishchalets.com D•Shared bath Vac. Home: 1 • May 1–Oct 31 Q,D,S•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ Lodge: 5 • May 1–Oct 30 Middle Head View Beach House Cottage: 14 Motel: 5 • May 1–Oct 31 DINGWALL qccccd H $1575–2275 weekly INGONISH BEACH Channel Breezes Bed & Breakfast 36785 Cabot Trail, Unit 13 CQ Vacation Home Ingonish Beach q. $135 902-285-2294 pcccc H $1250–1725 weekly 706 Dingwall Road [email protected] 120 Beach Crossing Road 902-285-0650 www.ingonishvacationrentals.com 902-285-2294 [email protected] Q•Ens or pvt bath•8-wk CXL•@ [email protected] Q,T•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast Vac. Home: 1 • May 1–Oct 31 www.ingonishvacationrentals.com B&B: 4 • Year-round Rocky Bay Cottages Q•Ens or pvt bath•8-wk CXL•@ q. H $110–170, XP $10 Vac. Home: 1 • Year-round 33 Milton’s Lane Keltic Lodge Resort and Spa 902-285-2020, 888-658-4455 "pcccc.JJJ $155–395 [email protected] 383 Keltic In Road, Middle Head Peninsula www.rockybaycottages.com 902-285-2880, 800-565-0444 D•Pvt bath•72-hr CXL•@ [email protected] Cottage: 3 • June 22–Oct 16 www.kelticlodge.ca Sea Breeze Cottages & Motel K,Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•72-hr CXL•@ Markland – Coastal Beach Cottages qccc/cccd. H $109–200, Resort: 109 • May 12–Oct 23 pcccc H $165–320, XP $20 36104 Cabot Trail XP $15 Lantern Hill & Hollow 802 Dingwall Road 902-285-2879, 888-743-4443 qccccd H $200–350, XP $25 902-383-2246, 855-872-6048 [email protected] 36845 Cabot Trail [email protected] www.seabreezecottagesandmotel.com 902-285-2010, 888-663-0225 www.themarkland.com Q,D,T•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ [email protected] 23 cottages/log cabins. Peaceful 50-acre private Cottage: 12 Mini-home: 1 Motel: 6 www.lanternhillandhollow.com ocean beach setting, in a picturesque fishing May 1–Oct 22 Style-forward, self-catering beachfront village. Continental buffet breakfast included. Seascape Coastal Retreat accommodation (6 spacious cottages & 4 Fabulous restaurant, heated outdoor pool. "qccccd H $189–299 contemporary guest rooms); private beach; K,Q•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ 36083 Cabot Trail bonfires; captivating, tranquil surroundings. Cottage: 23 • May 1–Oct 31 902-285-3003, 866-385-3003 K,Q,D,S•Ens or pvt bath•@ SOUTH HARBOUR [email protected] Cottage: 6 Tourist Home: 4 • May 21–Oct 21 South Harbour Hideaway www.seascapecoastalretreat.com Skyline Motor Court Summer Home Q•Pvt bath•2-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ q,. H $129–249 q. H $150, XP $15 Cottage: 10 • May 1–Oct 31 37759 Cabot Trail 227 Shore Road Soulfriend Seaside Cottage 902-285-2055 902-383-2116 pcccd H $1600–2400 weekly [email protected] [email protected] 42 Silver Birch Lane www.skylinecabins.ca www.campingcapebreton.com 902-285-2294 Q,D•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ D•Pvt bath•2-wk CXL•@ [email protected] Cottage: 7 Motel: 6 • June 1–Oct 31 Accommodations Cottage: 1 • May 17–Oct 15 www.ingonishvacationrentals.com The Island Inn NEIL’S HARBOUR Q,D•Pvt bath•8-wk CXL•@ q,ccc. $95–132, XP $10 Back Cove Cottages Vac. Home: 1 • May 1–Oct 31 37706 Main Street/Cabot Trail qcccd H $200, XP $6 The Point Cottages by the Sea 902-285-2404, 800-533-7015 222 New Haven Road q. H $140–210, XP $20 [email protected] 902-336-2812 34 Point Cottages Lane www.theislandinn.ca [email protected] 902-285-2804 Q,D•Ens, pvt or shared bath•48-hr CXL Cabot Trail www.backcovecottages.com [email protected] Full b’fast•@ Q,T•Pvt bath•72-hr CXL•@ www.thepointcottages.com B&B Inn: 10 • Year-round Cottage: 2 • Year-round Q,D,S•Pvt bath•4-wk CXL•@ INGONISH FERRY Cottage: 6 • June 8–Oct 16 INGONISH AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) Castle Rock Country Inn 20 Acre Woods Bed & Breakfast "pcccc $129–173, XP $15 INGONISH q,cccc $129–179 39339 Cabot Trail Buffettfly Cottage 100 George Ryerson Lane 902-285-2700, 888-884-7625 qccccd H $1850–2550 weekly 902-285-1013 [email protected] 36785 Cabot Trail [email protected] www.castlerockcountryinn.com 902-285-2294 www.20acrewoodsbedandbreakfast.com Q•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast [email protected] K,Q,T•Ens bath•1-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ Inn: 17 • Year-round www.ingonishvacationrentals.com B&B: 3 • Year-round Knotty Pine Cottages Q,D,T•Ens or pvt bath•8-wk CXL•@ Welcome Waves Beachfront House p. H $115–240, XP $20; no tax Vac. Home: 1 • May 1–Oct 31 qccccd H $2150–2900 weekly 39111 Cabot Trail Coastal Dream Vacation Rental 36791 Cabot Trail 902-285-2058, 800-455-2058 qcccc H $1850–2600 weekly 902-285-2294 [email protected] 36785 Cabot Trail [email protected] www.knottypinecottages.com 902-285-2294 www.ingonishvacationrentals.com Q,D•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ [email protected] Q,T•Ens or pvt bath•8-wk CXL•@ Cottage: 14 • Year-round Vac. Home: 1 • May 1–Oct 31

NovaScotia.com www.ingonishvacationrentals.com Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•4-wk CXL•@ Vac. Home: 1 • May 1–Oct 31 ST. ANN’S BAY AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) ENGLISHTOWN BADDECK INLET Kluskap Ridge RV Campground Adventures East Campground 141 WRECK COVE "cccc. H $1000–1500 weekly & Cottages The Maven Gypsy Bed & Breakfast 938 Highway 312 pcccd[F]cc[R] $33–42 and Cottages 902-929-2598 9585 Highway 105 p,. H $121–158, XP $10 [email protected] 902-295-2417, 800-507-2228 41682 Cabot Trail www.kluskapridge.ca [email protected] 902-929-2246 K,Q,T•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ www.adventureseast.ca [email protected] Suite: 2 • May 3–Oct 27 E,W,Se,U•DS•Swimming: P•48-hr CXL•@ www.themavengypsy.com TARBOT Sites: 108 (58 o/n) • May 15–Oct 15 Q,T•Ens or pvt bath•Full b’fast•@ B&B: 3 Cottage: 4 • May 1–Oct 21 Mountainside Hideaway Cottage Baddeck Cabot Trail Campground & Suites pcccc[F]ccd[R]. $27–80 Wreck Cove Wilderness Cabins q,cccd H $119–169, XP $15 9584 Highway 105 p. H $99, XP $15 48079 Cabot Trail 902-295-2288, 866-404-4199 42314 Cabot Trail 902-929-2005 [email protected] 902-929-2800, 877-929-2800 [email protected] www.baddeckcabottrailcampground.com [email protected] www.mountainsidehideaway.ca E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: P•@ www.capebretonsnaturecoast.com Q,D,S•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ Sites: 166 (131 o/n) • May 15–Oct 15 D•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ Cottage: 1 Suite: 2 • May 1–Dec 15 Cottage: 2 • Year-round Bras d’Or Lakes Campground NORTH RIVER BRIDGE pcccc[F]ccd[R] $40–95 BIRCH PLAIN Cabot Trail Country Cabin 8885 Highway 105 Dancing Moose Café, Cottage q. H $200; no tax 902-295-2329, 866-892-5253 and Camping Cabins 49070 Cabot Trail [email protected] p,cccd H $140, XP $15; no tax 902-929-2060 www.brasdorlakescampground.com 42691 Cabot Trail [email protected] E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: L,P•@ 902-929-2523 Q•Pvt bath•2-wk CXL Sites: 99 o/n • June 15–Sept 30 [email protected] Cabin: 1 • May 15–Oct 31 BIG BADDECK www.thedancingmoosecafe.com Q•Pvt bath•2-wk CXL•@ Chanterelle Country Inn & Cottages Uisge Ban Falls Nature Campground Cottage: 1 • Year-round q,. H $145–260 p. $30 48678 Cabot Trail 618 North Branch Road NORTH SHORE 902-929-2263, 866-277-0577 902-396-4575 Sea Parrot Oceanview Manor [email protected] [email protected] pcccc H $145–195 www.chanterelleinn.com www.atthefallscampground.com 45227 Cabot Trail Eco-award winning inn and cottages U•Swimming: R•12-hr CXL 902-929-2530 overlooking St. Ann’s Harbour, private baths, Sites: 12 o/n • June 30–Sept 15 [email protected] licensed dining. Scent-free. Nature trails, NORTH EAST MARGAREE www.seaparrot.ca gazebo, pedal boats, library, Wi-Fi. The Lakes Campground Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•Full b’fast•@ K,Q,D,T•Ens or pvt bath•Full b’fast•@ pccd[F]ccd[R] $26–28 Cottage: 5 Suite: 4 • May 1–Oct 31 Cottage: 3 Inn: 9 • June 1–Nov 30 4932 Cabot Trail INDIAN BROOK ST. ANN’S 902-248-2360, 888-722-2112 Bàta Oceanfront Cottage Luckenbooth Bed & Breakfast [email protected] cccc. H $1000–1500 weekly qccccd $149–209 www.thelakesresort.com 45683 Cabot Trail 50601 Cabot Trail E,W,Se,U•DS•C/T/Y•Swimming: L•72-hr CXL•@ 800-780-3682 902-294-0027 Sites: 58 (28 o/n) • May 8–Oct 30 [email protected] [email protected] MARGAREE FORKS Q,T•Pvt bath•12-wk CXL www.luckenbooth.ca Live Life in Tents Accommodations / Campgrounds Vac. Home: 1 • May 1–Oct 31 Q•Ens bath•2-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ pcd[F]cc[R]. $30–155 B&B: 4 • Year-round Cabot Shores Wilderness Resort 8139 Cabot Trail p,cccc. H $135–395 SOUTH HAVEN 902-452-1600 30 Buchanan Drive St. Ann’s Motel [email protected] 902-929-2584, 866-929-2584 q. H $109–119, XP $10 www.livelifeintents.com [email protected] 51947 Cabot Trail U•DS•C/T/Y•Swimming: R•1-wk CXL•@ www.cabotshores.com

902-295-2876 Sites: 14 o/n • June 1–Oct 31 Cabot Trail Q,D,T•Ens, pvt or shared bath•4-wk CXL•@ [email protected] CHÉTICAMP Cottage: 4 Lodge: 5 • Year-round www.stannsmotel.com Q,D,S•Ens bath•@ Cheticamp Campground – English Country Garden B&B Cape Breton Highlands National Park P Motel: 8 Suite: 1 • May 7–Oct "qccccd $135–229 Wp. $26–105 45478 Cabot Trail 211 Cheticamp Campground Road 902-929-2721, 866-929-2721 CAMPGROUNDS 877-737-3783 (reservations, Jan 20–Oct 25) [email protected] For a key to symbols and codes, see page 2. [email protected] www.countrygardenbb.com www.parkscanada.gc.ca/ K,Q•Ens bath•1-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ MIDDLE RIVER capebretoncamping B&B Inn: 5 • May 15–Oct 31 Willow Retreat One of 6 unique campgrounds to choose Field Stone Garden Guest Home p,cc[F]c[R] $20–65; no tax from. Reserve your favourite campsite, comfy ,. H $145 2926 Cabot Trail oTENTik, or Equipped Campsite. Trails and 45810 Cabot Trail 902-295-9009 playground nearby. Park entry fee applies. 902-929-2270 [email protected] E,W,Se,U•@ [email protected] www.willowretreat.com Sites: 122 o/n • May 15–Oct 25 www.fieldstonegarden.com U•C/T/Y•Swimming: •72-hr CXL•@ Q•Pvt bath•@ Sites: 4 o/n • May 24–Oct 31 Cottage: 1 • Year-round NovaScotia.com Corney Brook Campground – INGONISH 142142 Cape Breton Highlands National Park P Broad Cove and Ingonish Beach ATTRACTIONS p. $26 Campgrounds – This category includes national parks, historic 18573 Cabot Trail Cape Breton Highlands National Park P sites, museums, and other attractions. See also 902-224-2306 Wp. $26–105 listings under Craft Beverages and Specialty [email protected] 37 Broad Cove Campground Road Foods; Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans; www.parkscanada.gc.ca/ 877-737-3783 (reservations, Jan 20–Oct 25) Outdoors; and Trails. For a key to symbols and capebretoncamping [email protected] codes, see page 2. U•Swimming: O www.parkscanada.gc.ca/ BADDECK Sites: 22 o/n • May 15–Oct 25 capebretoncamping Two of 6 unique campgrounds to choose from. Alexander Graham Bell Plage St-Pierre Beach and P Reserve your favourite campsite, comfy oTENTik, National Historic Site Campground 559 Chebucto Street or Equipped Campsite. Beach, trails, golf, and p. $30–48 902-295-2069 playground nearby. Park entry fee applies. 635 Chéticamp Island Road [email protected] E,W,Se,U•Pull-thrus•Swimming: L,O•@ 902-224-2112 www.parkscanada.gc.ca/bell Sites: 262 o/n • May 15–Oct 25 [email protected] Discover how Bell and his associates achieved www.plagestpierrebeachandcampground.com INGONISH HARBOUR Canada’s first powered flight, produced the E,W,Se,U•C/T/Y•Swimming: O•@ Power Brook Cottages world’s fastest boat, designed giant kites, and Sites: 153 (109 o/n) • May 15–Oct 15 q,cccd[F]cc[R] $85–125 invented the telephone. Hands-on activities. PLEASANT BAY 38397 Cabot Trail Admission: $ • May 15–Oct 30 • W@ Fishing Cove Campground – 902-285-2064 Bras d’Or Lake Cape Breton Highlands National Park P [email protected] UNESCO Biosphere Reserve 902-224-2306 $11 C/T/Y•72-hr CXL 902-563-1943 [email protected] Camping Cabins: 2 o/n • June 1–Oct 31 [email protected] www.parkscanada.gc.ca/ BIRCH PLAIN www.blbra.ca capebretoncamping Dancing Moose Café, Cottage Year-round U and Camping Cabins Sites: 8 o/n • May 15–Oct 25 p,cccd[F] $75–85, XP $10; no tax MacIntosh Brook Campground – 42691 Cabot Trail Cape Breton Highlands National Park P 902-929-2523 p. $23 [email protected] 24150 Cabot Trail www.thedancingmoosecafe.com 902-224-2306 E•C/T/Y•2-wk CXL [email protected] Camping Cabins: 4 o/n • Year-round www.parkscanada.gc.ca/ INDIAN BROOK Theatre Baddeck capebretoncamping Cabot Shores Wilderness Resort 24 Queen Street U pc[F]. $18–50 902-412-7122 Sites: 10 o/n • May 15–Oct 25 30 Buchanan Drive [email protected] CAPE NORTH 902-929-2584, 866-929-2585 www.theatrebaddeck.com Big Intervale Campground – [email protected] Admission: $ • July-Oct Cape Breton Highlands National Park P www.cabotshores.com MARGAREE VALLEY U•C/T/Y•Swimming: L,O•2-wk CXL•@ p. $26 Margaree Fish Hatcheryv Sites: 14 o/n • May 1–Oct 30 27117 Cabot Trail 115 Hatchery Road 902-224-2306 JERSEY COVE 902-248-2845 [email protected] Joyful Journeys [email protected] www.parkscanada.gc.ca/

Campgrounds / Attractions p,cc[F]c[R] $28–40 novascotia.ca/fish/documents/ capebretoncamping 1762 Highway 312 mhbrochure.pdf U 902-929-2267 Year-round • W Sites: 11 o/n • May 15–Oct 25 [email protected] NORTH EAST MARGAREE MEAT COVE E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•24-hr CXL•@ Margaree Salmon Museum Meat Cove Campground Sites: 97 (39 o/n) • May 15–Oct 20 60 East Big Intervale Road p,. $40–80 ENGLISHTOWN 902-248-2848 2479 Meat Cove Road Cabot Trail Kluskap Ridge RV Campground [email protected] 902-383-2379 "p,cccd[F]ccc[R]. $32–50 Admission: $ • June 15–Oct 15 • W@ www.meatcovecampground.ca 938 Highway 312 U•C/T/Y•Swimming: O•@ GRAND ETANG 902-929-2598, 866-929-2598 Centre de la Mi-Carême Sites: 29 o/n • June 1–Oct 31 [email protected] 51 Old Cabot Trail SOUTH HARBOUR www.kluskapridge.ca 902-224-1016 Hide Away Campground & E,W,Se,U•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: P [email protected] Oyster Market 48-hr CXL•@ www.micareme.ca/en p. $29–75, XP $2 Sites: 68 (33 o/n) • May 3–Oct 28 Admission: $ • June 15–Oct 16 • W@ 401 Shore Road NORTH RIVER BRIDGE 902-383-2116 CHÉTICAMP River Nest Wilderness Cabins [email protected] Cape Breton Highlands National ParkP pcccc[F] $114–129 www.campingcapebreton.com 16 Visitor Centre Road (West entrance) 645 Murray Road E,W,Se,U•DS•C/T/Y•Swimming: R•24-hr CXL•@ 902-224-2306 844-404-6378 Sites: 65 (58 o/n) • May 17–Oct 15 [email protected] [email protected] www.pc.gc.ca/capebreton www.rivernest.ca One of Canada’s most enchanting places, E•C/T/Y•Swimming: R•2-wk CXL•@ where the mountains meet the sea. Boasts Camping Cabins: 3 o/n • May 1–Oct 30 26 hiking trails, 6 campgrounds, beaches, waterfalls, & abundant wildlife. Park entry fee. Admission: $ • May 15–Oct 25 • W;@ NovaScotia.com Les Trois Pignons: Museum of the MARGAREE VALLEY Creative Island Crafts Hooked Rug and Home Life Cape Breton Clay 45653 Cabot Trail 143 15584 Cabot Trail 664 East Big Intervale Road 902-929-2209 902-224-2642 902-235-2467 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Media: Multiple media • June 15–Oct 15 www.lestroispignons.com/museum-gallery www.capebretonclay.com Leather Works by Jolene • W@ Admission: $ • May 11–Oct 25 Media: Clay • June 15–Oct 18 45808 Cabot Trail PLEASANT BAY EAST MARGAREE 902-929-2414 Whale Interpretive Centre Larch Wood [email protected] 104 Harbour Rd 117 East Margaree Cross Road www.leather-works.ca 902-224-1411 902-235-2949, 866-735-2949 Open Studio Artisan [email protected] [email protected] Media: Leather • May 1–Oct 31 Admission: $ • June 1–Oct 15 • W@ www.larchwoodcanada.com Piper Pewter CAPE NORTH Open Studio Artisan 46112 Cabot Trail North Highlands Community Museum Media: Wood • Year-round • ; 902-929-2227 29243 Cabot Trail CHÉTICAMP [email protected] 902-383-2579 Elizabeth Lefort Gallery www.piperpewter.com [email protected] 15584 Cabot Trail Media: Metal • June 1–Oct 30 • W www.northhighlandsmuseum.ca 902-224-2642 RIVER BENNET Interpretive exhibits showing how early settlers [email protected] Short Stories Gallery lived in northern Cape Breton. Genealogy and www.lestroispignons.com 2445 Highway 312 archives; visitor information centre; weekly Media: Fibre • May 11–Oct 25 • W [email protected] concerts and events. Sunset Art Gallery www.shortstoriesgallery.tumblr.com • W@ Admission: $ • June 15–Oct 15 15856 Cabot Trail Media: Multiple media • July 1–Sept 15 INGONISH 902-224-2119 TARBOT Cape Breton Highlands National ParkP [email protected] Iron Art & Photographs 37637 Cabot Trail (East entrance) www.sunsetartgallery.ca 48084 Cabot Trail 902-224-2306 Media: Paintings & prints, wood 902-929-2821 [email protected] May 15–Oct 20 • ; [email protected] www.pc.gc.ca/capebreton PETIT ETANG www.ironart.ca • W;@ Admission: $ • May 15–Oct 25 Proud to be Hookers Open Studio Artisan ST. ANN’S 10 LaPrairie Road Media: Fibre, metal, photography Great Hall of the Clans at the Gaelic 902-224-2758 May 15–Oct 15 • ; College [email protected] ST. ANN’S 51779 Cabot Trail Media: Fibre • May 15–Oct 30 Gaelic College Craft Shop 902-295-3411 CAPE NORTH 51779 Cabot Trail [email protected] Arts North 902-295-3441 www.gaeliccollege.edu 28571 Cabot Trail [email protected] Admission: $ • June 1–Oct 8 • W 902-383-2911 www.gaeliccollege.edu [email protected] Open Studio Artisan GALLERIES, SHOPS, www.arts-north.com Media: Fibre • Year-round • W; Media: Multiple media • June 1–Oct 24 • ; ARTISTS & ARTISANS CRAFT BEVERAGES These listings identify some of the artisans in INGONISH the region and some galleries and shops whose Groovy Goat Farm & Soap Company & SPECIALTY FOODS 36028 Cabot Trail products are primarily made in Nova Scotia. The This category includes Wineries, Breweries, Brew / Restaurants Artisans / Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods Artists & Shops, Attractions / Galleries, “Open Studio” designation identifies artisans 902-285-2265 Pubs, Cideries and Distilleries, Specialty Food who open their personal studios to the public [email protected] Shops, Taste of NS Experiences and On-site so you can watch them work. www.groovygoat.ca Producers recognized by their applicable Media: Soaps & lotions • June 1–Nov 15 BADDECK provincial associations. NORTH SHORE The Water’s Edge Gallery NYANZA Glass Artisans Studio & Gallery 22 Water Street Big Spruce Brewing 45054 Cabot Trail 902-295-3600 64 Yankee Line Road Cabot Trail 902-929-2585, 888-262-6435 [email protected] 902-295-2537 [email protected] Media: Multiple media • June 15–Oct 15 • W [email protected] www.glassartisans.ca www.bigspruce.ca Victoria County Creates— Open Studio Artisan Tasting patio and beer to go seven days a week. Studio & Gallery Media: Glass • Apr 1–Nov 1 • W 507 Chebucto Street Farm-to-Fork Food available Wednesday to Sunday 902-295-3424 North Shore Woodsmiths 11:30am to 7pm from May to mid-October. Live [email protected] 45070 Cabot Trail music/events at www.bigspruce.ca/events. www.victoriacountycreates.ca 902-929-2111 Brewery • Year-round • ;@ Open Studio Artisan [email protected] Media: Clay, paintings & prints www.woodsmithstudio.com RESTAURANTS Year-round • ; Open Studio Artisan Media: Wood • June 1–Oct 15 For more extensive information, pick up a PORT BEVIS copy of the Restaurant Association of Nova Big Hill Pottery INDIAN BROOK Scotia’s DiNE or Taste of Nova Scotia’s Culinary 549 Big Hill Road Colouratura Art Gallery and Guide. Also visit dinenovascotia.ca and 902-295-2726 Chocolate Shop tasteofnovascotia.com. See page 2 for a key to [email protected] 45943 Cabot Trail the symbols and codes. 902-929-2324 www.bighillpottery.wordpress.com BADDECK Open Studio Artisan [email protected] Media: Clay • July 1–Nov 1 www.cabottrailart.com Bell Buoy Restaurant & Supper House Media: Multiple media 536 Chebucto Street May 1–Nov 1 • W 902-295-2581 NovaScotia.com Type: Family dining, informal Licensed • Seasonal • N Lakeside Restaurant, at Inverary Resort Margaree Riverview Inn 144144 368 Shore Road OUTDOORS 21045 Highway 19 902-295-3500, 800-565-5660 These listings feature public parks, recreation and 902-248-2948, 888-493-5151 [email protected] nature-based activities. Many are season-specific [email protected] www.inveraryresort.com/dining and/or weather-dependent so please confirm when www.margareeguiding.com Specialty: Canadian, seafood booking. See Tours section for information about Category: Equipment Rentals f• Seasonal Licensed • May 15–Oct 31 • NW outdoor experiences offered by tour operators. Old Miller Trout Farm McCurdy’s Restaurant at Silver Dart BADDECK 408 Doyle’s Road Lodge Baddeck Marine 902-248-2080, 800-479-0220 257 Shore Road 23 Water Street • 902-295-2434 [email protected] 902-295-2340, 800-565-8439 [email protected] www.oldmiller.com [email protected] www.baddeckmarine.com Category: Stocked Lakes • Seasonal • W www.silverdartlodge.com/dining Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs CHÉTICAMP Type: Family dining, informal Year-round • W Cape Breton Highlands National ParkP Specialty: Seafood, steaks Cabot Trail, from Chéticamp to Ingonish Licensed • May 24–Oct 20 • NW@ Bell Bay Golf Club 761 Highway 205 902-295-1333 902-224-2306 NORTH EAST MARGAREE [email protected] [email protected] The Dancing Goat Cafe & Bakery www.bellbaygolfclub.com www.parkscanada.gc.ca/capebreton 6289 Cabot Trail Category: Golf Courses • Seasonal • W Category: National Parks 902-248-2727 May 15–Oct 25 • W; Green Highlander Lodge [email protected] Le Portage Golf Club Type: Cafe/tea room 902-295-2303 [email protected] 15580 Cabot Trail Specialty: Sandwiches, desserts 902-224-3338, 888-618-5558 Year-round • NW www.greenhighlanderlodge.com Category: Fishing Guides • May 15–Oct 31 [email protected] MEAT COVE www.leportagegolfclub.com Meat Cove Chowder Hut Jet Ski Baddeck Category: Golf Courses • May 1–Oct 31 • W 558 Chebucto Street • 902-317-1240 2481 Meat Cove Road Robert Chiasson – 902-383-2379 [email protected] www.jetskibaddeck.ca Atlantic Salmon flyfishing guide [email protected] Chéticamp • 902-224-0499 www.meatcovecampground.ca Category: Equipment Rentals; Novelty Activities • July 1–Aug 31 [email protected] Type: Family dining www.dryflysalmon.com Specialty: Canadian, seafood Pedallers by the Bay Category: Fishing Guides • June 1–Oct 15 Licensed • Jun 15–Oct 15 • NW@ 1904 Westside Baddeck Road Velo Max Cycling NEIL’S HARBOUR 902-818-8504 [email protected] 902-224-7944 The Chowder House Category: Equipment Rentals K [email protected] 90 Lighthouse Road June 1–Oct 30 www.velomax.ca 902-336-2463 Category: Equipment Rentals K A hidden gem on the Cabot Trail, at the top FORKS BADDECK Year-round of a cliff overlooking the ocean; spectacular Baddeck Forks Golf Club CAPE NORTH scenery. Dine on the freshest of seafood, with 12 Baddeck Forks Extension terrific service and a friendly atmosphere. 902-295-2174 Cabot Trail Adventures Type: Informal [email protected] 299 Shore Road, Cape North • 902-383-2552 Specialty: Seafood www.baddeckforksgolf.com [email protected] Licensed • Jun 15–Oct 31 • N; Golf course located along the Baddeck River, www.cabottrailoutdooradventures.com Category: Equipment Rentals {K} INGONISH BEACH with breathtaking views of the valley and the Highlands. 9-hole, par 36, 3000 yd. Public Seasonal Restaurants / Outdoors Keltic Lodge Resort licensed restaurant. Club and cart rentals. North Highlands 383 Keltic In Road Category: Golf Courses; Snowmobiling; Nordic Cross-Country Ski Facility 902-285-2880 Snowshoeing • Seasonal • W 29325 Cabot Trail [email protected] 902-383-2479 www.kelticlodge.ca/dining Uisge Bàn Falls Provincial Parkv [email protected] Licensed • May 16–Oct 18 • N 715 North Branch Road [email protected] nhn.xcski.ca INGONISH FERRY parks.novascotia.ca/content/uisge-bàn-falls Category: Cross Country Skiing; Equipment Cabot Trail Restaurant Avalon at Castle Rock Category: Parks • May–Oct Rentals Sy• Seasonal • W Country Inn SUGARLOAF 39339 Cabot Trail NORTH EAST MARGAREE Cabots Landing Provincial Parkv 902-285-2700, 888-884-7625 Lake O’Law Provincial Parkv 1904 Bay St Lawrence Road [email protected] 4830 Cabot Trail [email protected] www.castlerockcountryinn.com [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/cabots-landing Year-round • N parks.novascotia.ca/content/lake-o-law Category: Parks • May–Oct Category: Parks NORTH RIVER BRIDGE May–Oct The Lakes Cottages Margaree Restaurant 100 Km at Chanterelle MEAT COVE Country Inn & Cottages 902-248-2360, 888-722-2112 48678 Cabot Trail [email protected] Meat Cove Campground 902-929-2263, 866-277-0577 www.thelakesresort.com 2479 Meat Cove Road [email protected] Category: Equipment Rentals {} 902-383-2379 www.chanterelleinn.com May 8–Oct 30 www.meatcovecampground.ca Category: Equipment Rentals }• Year-round Cuisine created from locally sourced MARGAREE FORKS ingredients, house-made bread. Fully licensed Live Life In Tents INGONISH BEACH bar serving wines, beers, spirits and single-malt 8139 Cabot Trail Cape Breton Highlands National ParkP Scotch. Reservations required. Wi-Fi. 902-452-1600 Cabot Trail, from Ingonish to Chéticamp Type: Gourmet [email protected] 902-224-2306 Specialty: Seafood, vegetarian www.livelifeintents.com [email protected] NovaScotia.com Licensed • June 1–Nov 30 • NW Category: Equipment Rentals |L{} www.parkscanada.gc.ca/capebreton Year-round Category: National Parks May 15–Oct 25 • W; Highlands Links Aspy Trail 9.5 km BOAT TOURS & CHARTERS 247 Keltic In Road 456 Beulach Ban Road 145 902-285-2600, 800-441-1118 (between Pleasant Bay and Cape North) [email protected] Trail Uses: YL www.kelticlodge.ca/golf Benjie’s Lake Trail 3 km Category: Golf Courses • May 15–Oct 31 • ; 20836 Cabot Trail • Trail Uses: YLSy Ingonish Beach and Freshwater Lake – Branch Pond Look-off Trail 8.5 km Cape Breton Highlands National Park 1051 Mary Ann Falls Road 90 Beach Road • 902-224-2306 Trail Uses: YKL [email protected] Amoeba Sailing Tours www.parkscanada.gc.ca/capebreton Broad Cove Mountain Trail 2.5 km 110 Warren Lake Road • Trail Uses: YL Baddeck One of many beaches to enjoy in the national 902-295-7780 park. Swim in fresh or salt water at a sandy Clyburn Trail 8 km [email protected] beach. Playground, campground, trails nearby. 37204 Cabot Trail • Trail Uses: YKL www.amoebasailingtours.com Supervised Jul & Aug. Park entry fee applies. Tour Types: b • June 1–Oct 20 • ; Category: Supervised Beaches Coastal Trail 11 km YL May 15–Oct 25 • ; 32816 & 32845 Cabot Trail • Trail Uses: CAPE SMOKEY Corney Brook Trail 6.5 km 18573 Cabot Trail • Trail Uses: YL Cape Smokey Provincial Parkv 40301 Cabot Trail Fishing Cove Trail 12 km [email protected] 21425 & 22065 Cabot Trail parks.novascotia.ca/content/cape-smokey Trail Uses: YL Category: Parks • May–Oct Franey Trail 7.5 km WRECK COVE 230 Franey Road • Trail Uses: YL Bird Island Boat Tours Highland Bow & Arrow Freshwater Lake Trail 1.5 km 1672 Old Route 5, Big Bras d’Or 43118 Cabot Trail 37648 Cabot Trail • Trail Uses: YKL 902-563-6140 (texts), 800-661-6680 902-233-4750 [email protected] [email protected] Jack Pine Trail 2.5 km www.birdisland.net www.highlandbowandarrow.ca 33637 Cabot Trail • Trail Uses: YL Daily tours to see puffins May 17–Aug 25, rain Category: Novelty Activities • June 1–Dec 31 Jigging Cove Trail 5 km or shine. Great photography opportunities. 45 ENGLISHTOWN 33345 Cabot Trail • Trail Uses: YL years operating. Reservations recommended. Cottages and campground on site. Cruise and Learn Adventure Le Buttereau Trail 1.5 km Tour Locations: u Sailing School 17317 Cabot Trail • Trail Uses: YKL 1691 Hwy 312 Tour Types: Yt • May 17–Sept 7 • ; Le Chemin du Buttereau Trail 4.5 km 604-356-8126, 800-717-1432 Cape Breton Lobster Adventure Tours YKL [email protected] 16810 Cabot Trail • Trail Uses: Baddeck www.cruiseandlearn.org Le vieux chemin du Cap-Rouge Trail 9 km 902-295-2564 Category: Learn-to-Sail Vacations 18278 Cabot Trail • Trail Uses: YKL [email protected] June 15–Sept 15 MacIntosh Brook Trail 1.5 km www.cblobstertours.com u NORTH RIVER BRIDGE 24150 Cabot Trail • Trail Uses: YL Tour Locations: Tour Types: Ytf • July 18–Sept 30 North River Kayak Tours Mica Hill Trail 8 km 644 Murray Road Paquette Lake Road • Trail Uses: YL Capt. Cox’s Whale and Bird Watch 902-929-2628, 888-865-2925 Bay St. Lawrence wharf, Bay St. Lawrence [email protected] Middle Head Trail 4 km 902-383-2981, 888-346-5556 www.northriverkayak.com 392 Keltic In Road • Trail Uses: YL [email protected]

Category: Equipment Rentals } Salmon Pools Trail 9 km www.whalewatching-novascotia.com Outdoors / Tours / Trails May 15–Oct 15 16648 Cabot Trail • Trail Uses: YKL Tour Types: Yw • June 15–Oct 15 • ; ST. ANN’S Skyline Trail 8 km Capt. Mark’s Whale and Seal Cruise St. Anns Provincial Parkv 19685 Cabot Trail • Trail Uses: YL 126 Harbour Road, Pleasant Bay 51475 Cabot Trail 902-224-1316, 888-754-5112 [email protected] Warren Lake Trail 4.5 km [email protected] YL parks.novascotia.ca/content/st-anns 325 Warren Lake Road • Trail Uses: www.whaleandsealcruise.com

Category: Parks • May–Oct Tour Types: Ytw Cabot Trail TOURS July 8–Sept 15 • ; TRAILS The colour-coded Tour Locations indicate that Captain Zodiac Whale Cruise these tours are offered in at least one other Although used primarily as walking and hiking 15283 Cabot Trail, Chéticamp region. Otherwise, the tours listed here take trails, Nova Scotia’s trails may also be used 877-232-2522 place entirely within this region. See page 2 for a for other activities, which are identified by the [email protected] key to tour types. symbols shown. Most trails are available for www.novascotiawhales.com Ytw use year-round, but in winter may not provide KEY TO TOUR LOCATIONS: Tour Types: • June 1–Oct 1 maintenance or parking; use discretion. u Halifax Cod Fish Cowboys Fishing Charters CAPE BRETON HIGHLANDS u South Shore Baddeck 902-295-2564 Cape Breton Highlands National ParkP u Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley u Cape Breton [email protected] 902-224-2306 www.cblobstertours.com [email protected] Tour Locations: u www.parkscanada.gc.ca/capebreton Tour Types: Ytf • July 18–Sept 30 • ; Spot a moose, an eagle, a whale or… a red chair! Trails ranging from easy strolls to Dixon’s Zodiac Seafari challenging climbs with panoramic views of 29 Lighthouse Road, Neil’s Harbour canyons, highlands and seacoasts. Park entry fee. 855-259-4122 May 15–Oct 25 [email protected] www.dixonszodiacseafari.com Acadian Trail 8.5 km Tour Types: Yw • June 1–Oct 31 NovaScotia.com 16 Visitor Centre Road • Trail Uses: YL Keltic Express Zodiac Adventures OUTDOOR ADVENTURE 146146 101 Wharf Road, Ingonish Cabot Trail Adventures 902-285-2858, 866-688-2424 299 Shore Road, Cape North [email protected] 902-383-2552 www.capebretonwhaletours.com [email protected] Tour Types: Ytw • June 1–Oct 31 www.cabottrailoutdooradventures.com Tour Types: YKL} • Seasonal Oshan Whale Watch 3404 Bay St. Lawrence Road, North River Kayak Tours Donelda’s Bird Island Puffin Tours Bay St. Lawrence 644 Murray Road, North River Bridge 1099 Highway 312, Englishtown 902-383-2883, 877-383-2883 902-929-2628, 888-865-2925 902-929-2563, 1-877-2-PUFFIN [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.oshan.ca www.northriverkayak.com www.puffinboattours.ca Tour Types: Ytfw Tour Types: YL} • May 15–Oct 15 • . 2.5-hr tours to Bird Islands to see Atlantic puffins, July 1–Oct 31 • W other seabirds, eagles and grey seals; narrated by Pedal & Sea Adventures 8384 St Margaret’s Bay Road, Black Point Donelda. Covered boat; windows removable for Sailing CBI 902-858-3030, 877-777-5699 glass-free photography & fresh air. 26th year. Baddeck [email protected] Tour Types: Yt• May 8–Sept 10 • ; 902-567-1494 www.pedalandseaadventures.com See ad p.146. [email protected] www.sailingcbi.com Tour Locations: uuuu Guaranteedwhales.com Tour Locations: u Tour Types: K} • Year-round Pleasant Bay • 855-942-5315 Tour Types: b • June 1–Oct 30 Pedallers by the Bay [email protected] 1904 Westside Baddeck Road, Baddeck www.guaranteedwhales.com Seaside Whale & Nature Cruises 902-818-8504 Tour Types: Ytw Chéticamp [email protected] June 1–Oct 15 • W 902-224-2899, 877-880-2899 www.loveboatwhalecruises.com Tour Types: KLt • June 1–Oct 30 Ingonish Lobster Tales and Scales Tour Types: Yw • June 1–Oct 31 • W SIGHTSEEING & DAY TOURS 6008 Road, Ingonish •902-285-0225 NATURE & WILDLIFE [email protected] Bannockburn Tours Tour Types: f • July 15–Sept 30 • ; A Great Day Fishing Baddeck • 902-295-3310 299 Bourgeois Road, Petit Etang [email protected] Ingonish Whalewatching Tours 902-224-5957 www.bannockburntours.com 103 Harbour Drive, Ingonish Beach [email protected] Tour Locations: u • May 15–Oct 31 902-285-1053 www.agreatdayfishing.com Cabot Discovery Tours [email protected] Tour Types: f • Year-round Tour Types: Yw • June 1–Oct 23 454 Chebucto Road, Baddeck • 902-623-2780 [email protected] www.cabotdiscoverytours.com Tour Types: t • Year-round Tours / Marketplace Tours Cabot Trail NovaScotia.com 147 Marketplace Cabot Trail NovaScotia.com 148148

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Bras d’Or Lake Discover the Island’s inland sea

tunning scenery is a fact of life in Nova Scotia, Pick up some picnic supplies and visit the St. Peter’s and that is especially true in the Bras d’Or Lake Canal National Historic Site (see page 153), where Sregion. Literally translated as “Arm of Gold,” you will learn how the canal has provided a link the name surely was inspired by the sunsets over between the Atlantic Ocean and the Bras d’Or Lake Canada’s only inland sea. With a complex sequence of for over 140 years. barrier beaches, rocky headlands, barachois ponds, and wetlands, it is no surprise that the area is a Eskasoni Cultural Journeys designated UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Here, you can experience the heritage of some of the founding cultures of Nova Scotia. Discover what life was like thousands of years ago for the Mi’kmaq; hear stories and music and share in a traditional feast during an Eskasoni Cultural Journey. Or, learn about the lives of early Scottish settlers at the Highland Village Museum, a 43-acre living history museum where costumed interpreters greet you in Gaelic (see page 153).

St. Peter’s Canal National Historic Site Bras d’Or Lake Unexpected discoveries

Eskasoni Cultural Journeys, Eskasoni The Eskasoni First Nation and the Highland Village Museum have collaborated to develop a unique multicultural tour to share their two intertwined cultures: Mi’kmaq and Gaelic. The tour explores the two distinct cultures, reflecting the common threads linking the cultures in history and present day. Experience authentic Mi’kmaq culture by visiting Goat Island and sharing a traditional feast, hearing stories and music, or learning through participation in the NovaScotia.com traditional fishing practices of the Mi’kmaq. eskasoniculturaljourneys.ca 150150 Not-to-be-missed experiences There’s history, culture, and beauty waiting to be discovered. The following offers you the definitive Bras d’Or Lake experience; see page 153 for details on these and other area attractions.

Vineyard on the hill Taste local craft beer Eileanan Brèagha Vineyards, River Denys Big Spruce Brewing, Nyanza Eileanan Brèagha Vineyards is the first and only estate Using certified organic hops grown on their farm, winery on Cape Breton Island. The vineyard’s name, Big Spruce Brewing crafts microbrews with fun names pronounced AY-len-an BREE-ah, means “beautiful like Cereal Killer Oatmeal Stout and Ready Yer Knot… islands” in Gaelic, and describes the view from its Choose your pint while relaxing in their tasting room, location perched upon Marble Mountain overlooking overlooking the Bras d’Or Lake (see page 143). For the Bras d’Or Lake. Stop in to sample and purchase more information on local breweries, wineries, and some wine, or ask for a glass at local restaurants distilleries, pick up a Nova Scotia Good Cheer Trail (see page 153). Passport or download it online. goodcheertrail.com Become a blacksmith for a day Stroll through a Gaelic village FireHouse Ironworks, Whycocomagh Highland Village Museum, Iona Blacksmiths were once as important to a community Fàilte! Costumed interpreters greet you in Gaelic as a doctor. They provided everything from nails to at this 43-acre living history museum and share forks. Visit FireHouse Ironworks to watch blacksmith the stories of their ancestors while you tour the 11 Grant Haverstock create functional and artistic works, historic buildings. Enjoy songs, stories and music of or take part in a hands-on workshop (see page 153). Nova Scotia’s Gaelic-speaking people at traditional Learn a story ceilidhs on Tuesdays and Thursdays. For an immersive encounter check out the Living History Program where Wagmatcook Culture & Heritage Centre you dress in period attire and experience what life was Experience the music, storytelling, nature, food, like for our Gaelic ancestors. (Note: space is limited). language, and spirituality of Nova Scotia’s first people, Perched upon Cape Breton hills, overlooking the Bras the Mi’kmaq, in a beautiful setting on the shores of the d’Or Lake, the sunsets viewed from this historic village sparkling Bras d’Or Lake (see page 153). are not to be missed (see page 153). GRÁ Sustainable Farm Translated from Gaelic, GRÁ means “love”. This 150- acre sustainable farm located on the Bras d’Or Lake Bras d’Or Lake Visitor grows produce, herbs, flowers, and animals using Information farming techniques that protect the environment and Centre foster the development of healthy living. Dine on food locations

grown just a few feet away, prepared using traditional Bird Islands Ferry cooking techniques with an emphasis on seasonality, Gaelic College 162 freshness and a menu that accommodates what is Nyanza Baddeck 105 Whycocomagh Alexander Graham Bell harvested from the garden and surrounding area on a National Historic Site North Ferry Sydney daily basis. earthtotablediningcapebretonisland.ca Orangedale Iona Highland Village Eskasoni

105 Glendale Pow wow event in Whycocomagh Bras d’Or Lake 4 Big Pond Canso Port Hastings Bras d’Or Lake Causeway Irish Cove Port 4 Nicolas Denys Johnstown Hawkesbury Museum St. Peter’s

St. Peter’s Canal Bras d’Or Lakes National Scenic Drive Historic Site

Ceilidh at Highland Village NovaScotia.com Outdoor adventures 151 The Bras d’Or Lake region offers outdoor enthusiasts an array of adventures for every age; a complete listing of Bras d’Or Lake’s outdoor experiences starts on page 153.

Step aboard the Puffin Express Lighthouse Bites: Full Moon Adventure, North River Kayak Tours Bird Island Boat Tours Just off the coast of Big Bras d’Or, the dramatic Bird Islands rise from the sea like rocky pillars. Take a tour with Bird Island Boat Tours to see thousands of nesting sea birds, including razorbills, kittiwakes, and over 300 pairs of Atlantic puffins(see page 145). Golf lakeside The incredible lake views will inspire you to play your best 18 holes on our acclaimed courses. Choose from Dundee Resort & Golf Club or The Lakes Golf Club (see pages 153 & 154). Cruise the lake Known for gentle, fog-free waters, beautiful anchorages, and hundreds of coves and islands, the Bras d’Or Lake is also a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Take a sailing cruise of the historic St. Peter’s Canal and the Bras d’Or Lake with Cape Breton Sailing Charters or Richmond Adventure Planning. Keep an eye out for bald eagles, cormorants, and herons. You can also brush up on your sailing skills or take an introductory lesson (see page 154). Canal Landing Sweet Grass Excursion Discover how the Mi’kmaq harvest sweet grass on a two-hour guided excursion with your local expert. DO Sweet grass, a culturally significant plant, is used by MORE the Mi’kmaq for traditional ceremonies, crafting and IN cleansing of the mind, spirit, body, and soul. Hike along a moderate trail as you explore nature, visit Lighthouse Bites: Full Moon Adventure historic landmarks, and enjoy the beautiful aroma of North River Kayak Tours sweet grass (see page 154). A unique and wonderful way to experience the beautiful UNESCO Bras d’Or Lake Biosphere Sail and kayak on Bras d’Or Lake Reserve, this adventure brings together a full moon kayak tour, local flavours, and local music. You’ll depart Baddeck for a guided paddle around Kidston Island, landing on the beach near the Island’s namesake lighthouse. Once there, you’ll Bras d’Or Lake enjoy live Cape Breton music, Nova Scotia wine, and exquisite hors d’oeuvres prepared by celebrated chef Bryan Picard of The Bite House (see page 145).

The Lakes Golf Club NovaScotia.com BRAS D’OR LAKE Joyce’s Motel Travels Inn Victoria County 152152 p,ccd/ccc H $69–105, XP $12 " cccd $79–159 SCENIC DRIVE LISTINGS 10354 Grenville Street 837 Highway 105 Communities are listed in order as found 902-535-2404 902-674-2300 when travelling through the region on the [email protected] [email protected] Scenic Travelway roads. www.joycesmotel.com www.travelsinn.ca D,T•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ Q,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ ACCOMMODATIONS Cabin: 6 Cottage: 12 Motel: 6 Motel: 44 • May 20–Oct 20 For a key to codes and symbols, see page 2. May 15–Oct 31 BIG BRAS D’OR Yellow Seabird B&B Inn SOUTH SIDE WHYCOCOMAGH BAY Mountain Vista Seaside Cottages qcccc H $100–140, XP $20 pcccd. H $69–199 1A Cape Breton Cottage 9383 Pepperell Street 1672 Old Route 5 Bed & Breakfast 902-785-3039 902-674-2384, 800-661-6680 ,. H $69–89 [email protected] [email protected] 85 Joseph Macfarlane Drive www.yellowseabird.com www.birdisland.net/cottages 902-756-2865 K,Q,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Seaside cottages with one or two bedrooms, [email protected] B&B Inn: 7 • Year-round views, decks, BBQs. Peace and quiet. Central www.capebretoncottage.com location for many Cape Breton attractions. D•Pvt bath•4-wk CXL•Full b’fast END OF ST. PETER’S AREA Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•@ B&B: 1 Cottage: 1 • May 1–Oct 31 BEN EOIN Cottage: 4 Motel: 3 • May 1–Oct 30 DUNDEE The Lakes at Ben Eoin Golf Club View of the Sea Cottages Dundee Resort & Golf Club and Resort p. H $825–1043 weekly, pcccd. H $99–259, XP $15 qccccc $139–229 1764 Highway 5 XP $70 2750 West Bay Highway 5153 East Bay Highway 902-565-8907 902-345-2649, 844-638-6333 902-828-2277, 866-244-8862 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.viewoftheseacottages.com www.dundeeresort.com thebirchescountryinn.ca Q,D,S•Pvt bath •@ K,Q,T•Ens or pvt bath•72-hr CXL•@ K,Q,D,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ Cottage: 3 • June 1–Nov 1 Resort: 98 • May 15–Oct 18 Cottage: 12 Inn: 11 Vac. Home: 1 WHYCOCOMAGH AREA The Crofter Summer Rental Year-round (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) "qcccc $2100 weekly LITTLE NARROWS 35 Ballams Point Lane Cabot Cove ABERDEEN 902-631-4719 Aberdeen Motel [email protected] cccc $120–250 260 Highway 223 qccd. H $80–95, XP $8 www.stayinnovascotia.com/32-crofter- 10293 Highway 105 cottage.htm 902-295-2501 [email protected] 306-591-5596 Q,S•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ [email protected] Vac. Home: 1 • Year-round Q,T•Ens or pvt bath•2-wk CXL Apt.: 1 Vac. Home: 1 • Year-round Q,D,T,S•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ ST. GEORGE’S CHANNEL Motel: 15 • Apr 1–Nov 30 Bras d’Or Shores Resort BOULARDERIE/BRAS D’OR AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) Bear on the Lake Guesthouse q. H $115–180, XP $20 q. H $32–78 2994 West Bay Highway SOUTH SIDE BOULARDERIE 10705 Highway 105 902-345-2896 Explorer’s Cottage 902-756-2750, 866-718-5253 [email protected] qccccd H $600 [email protected] www.brasdorshoresresort.ca 407-435-1240 www.bearonthelake.com D•Pvt bath•@ [email protected] Q,D,T•Ens or shared bath•@ Accommodations Apt.: 8 • June 1–Oct 15 www.explorerscottage.co Hostel: 12 • May 1–Nov 1 ST. PETER’S AREA K,Q,T•Ens or pvt bath•5-day CXL•@ WHYCOCOMAGH (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) Vac. Home: 1 • Year-round Fair Isle Motel For other listings in this area, see p. 159. Raspberry Cottage p,ccc/ccd. H $95–199 ROBERTA qcccc H $300 9557 Highway 105 902-756-2291, 877-238-8950 Kayak Cape Breton & Cottages 407-435-1240 [email protected] [email protected] pq,. H $125, XP $10 www.fairislemotel.com 5385 West Bay Highway www.explorerscottage.co

Bras d’Or Lake K,Q,D,T,S•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ 902-549-6335 Q•Pvt bath•5-day CXL•@ [email protected] Vac. Home: 1 • Year-round Apt.: 2 Motel: 18 • June 1–Oct 30 www.kayakcapebreton.ca KEMPT HEAD Keltic Quay K,Q,T,S•Pvt bath•4-wk CXL Seaweed and Sod Farm "p,ccccd H $199–299 Cottage: 4 • May 1–Oct 31 p, cccc. $115 90 Main Street ST. PETER’S 7952 Kempt Head Road 902-756-1122, 877-350-1122 902-577-1129 , 855-322-0148 [email protected] Bras d’Or Lakes Inn www.kelticquay.com "p,ccccd. [email protected] $149, XP $15 K,Q•Pvt bath•72-hr CXL•@ 10095 Grenville Street www.seaweedandsod.ca Cottage: 12 • Year-round 902-535-2200, 833-243-2200 Q•Shared bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ [email protected] B&B: 2 • Year-round www.brasdorlakesinn.com BOULARDERIE K,D,T•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ Kelly’s View Motel Inn: 20 • Year-round qcccd. $89, XP $8 783 Highway 105 902-674-2473, 866-879-7997 [email protected] www.kellysviewmotel.com Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ NovaScotia.com Motel: 14 • May 1–Oct 16 Iron Mountain Wilderness Cabins WAGMATCOOK CAMPGROUNDS p. $125–147 Wagmatcook Culture & 153 For a key to symbols and codes, see page 2. 901 Whycocomagh Mountain Road Heritage Centre 902-932-7137 10765 Highway 105 ST. PETER’S [email protected] 902-295-2999, 866-295-2999 Battery Provincial Park v www.ironmountaincabins.ca [email protected] Wp. $27-36 E,W•C/T/Y•72-hr CXL Admission: D • Year-round • W@ 10110 Grenville Street Camping Cabins: 5 • Year-round 902-535-3094, 888-544-3434 Whycocomagh Provincial Park v GALLERIES, SHOPS, [email protected] Wp. $27–60 ARTISTS & ARTISANS parks.novascotia.ca/content/battery 89 Provincial Park Road U•DS•Pull-thrus•Swimming: O•24-hr CXL•@ 888-544-3434 These listings identify some of the artisans in Sites: 53 o/n • Seasonal [email protected] the region and some galleries and shops whose BEN EOIN parks.novascotia.ca/content/ products are primarily made in Nova Scotia. Ben Eoin Beach whycocomagh WHYCOCOMAGH "p,cccc[F]ccc[R] $45–60 E,W,U•DS•C/T/Y•24-hr CXL•@ Sites: 40 o/n • Seasonal FireHouse Ironworks 6140 East Bay Highway 109 Main Street 902-828-3100 902-756-4766 [email protected] ATTRACTIONS [email protected] www.beneoinbeach.ca This category includes national parks, historic www.firehouseironworks.com E,W,Se,U•DS•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: L sites, museums, and other attractions. See also Media: Metal • Year-round • W 2-wk CXL•@ listings under Craft Beverages and Specialty Foods; Sites: 210 (30 o/n) • June 15–Sept 15 Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans; Outdoors; and CRAFT BEVERAGES ESTMERE Trails. For a key to symbols and codes, see page 2. & SPECIALTY FOODS Time-Out Camp Ground and RV Park GLENDALE pcccd[F]ccc[R] $35–45 This category includes Wineries, Breweries, Brew 2327 Portage Road Father John Angus Rankin Pubs, Cideries and Distilleries, Specialty Food 902-756-3220, 844-228-9109 Cultural Centre Shops, Taste of NS Experiences and On-site 4248 Highway 105 [email protected] Producers recognized by their applicable 902-625-3441 www.timeoutcampground.ca provincial associations. Admission: D • June 17–Oct 19 • W;@ E,W,Se•DS•Pull-thrus•Swimming: L RIVER DENYS 48-hr CXL•@ ORANGEDALE Sites: 93 (18 o/n) • May 15–Oct 1 Orangedale Railway Station Museum Eileanan Brèagha Vineyards 5349 Marble Mountain Road 1428 Orangedale Road 902-756-3533 BOULARDERIE/BRAS D’OR AREA 902-756-3384 [email protected] (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) [email protected] www.eileananbreagha.ca Admission: D • July 1–Sept 2 • W NEW HARRIS Winery • July 1–Sept 2 • u Seal Island/North Sydney KOA ST. PETER’S pcccc[F]cd[R] $22–55 Canal Landing RESTAURANTS 3779 New Harris Road 160 Toulouse Street 902-674-2145 902-800-7072 For more extensive information, pick up a [email protected] [email protected] copy of the Restaurant Association of Nova Scotia’s DiNE or Taste of Nova Scotia’s Culinary www.koansct.com www.canallanding.ca Guide. Also visit dinenovascotia.ca and E,W,Se,U•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: O•@ • @ June 29–Aug 31 tasteofnovascotia.com. See page 2 for a key to Sites: 158 (150 o/n) • May 15–Oct 15 Nicolas Denys Museum the symbols and codes. . BIG BRAS D’OR 46 Denys Street Campgrounds / Attractions / Galleries & Artisans / Craft Beverages & Specialty Food / Restaurants Outdoors Artisans / Craft Beverages & Specialty Food Attractions / Galleries & Campgrounds / Mountain Vista Seaside Campground 902-535-2379 ST. PETER’S pcc[F]c[R]. $23–28 cbmuseums.tripod.com/ Bras d’Or Lakes Inn 1672 Old Route 5 PreviouslyFeaturedMuseums/NDM.html 10095 Grenville Street 902-674-2384, 800-661-6680 Admission: D • June 15–Sept 30 • W 902-535-2200, 800-818-5885 [email protected] [email protected] St. Peter’s Canal www.birdisland.net/campgd www.brasdorlakesinn.com National Historic SiteP Type: Fine dining, informal E,W,U•DS •Swimming: O•12-hr CXL•@ 160 Toulouse Street Sites: 16 (15 o/n) • May 1–Oct 30 Specialty: Seafood 902-535-2118 (canal service) Licensed • May 15–Oct 15 • NW END OF BOULARDERIE/BRAS D’OR AREA [email protected] Bras d’Or Lake www.parkscanada.gc.ca/stpeterscanal OUTDOORS WHYCOCOMAGH An historic gateway from the ocean to an Glenview Campground inland sea, the 800-metre canal features a very These listings feature public parks, recreation pccc[F]cc[R] $30–50 unique double-gated tidal lock. Popular spot and nature-based activities. Many are season- specific and/or weather-dependent so please 43 Highway 252 for boating, fishing, walking and picnicking. confirm when booking. See Tours section for 902-756-3198 May 10–Sept 14 • ; information about outdoor experiences offered [email protected] Wallace MacAskill Museum by tour operators. www.cabot-trail.ca 7 MacAskill Drive E,W,Se•DS•Pull-thrus•Swimming: P 902-535-2531 DUNDEE 24-hr CXL•@ [email protected] Dundee Provincial Park v Sites: 100 (53 o/n) • May 15–Oct 31 Admission: D • June 15–Aug 31 • W; 2285 West Bay Road IONA [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/dundee Highland Village Museum/ • Baile nan Gàidheal v Category: Parks May–Oct 4119 Highway 223 Dundee Resort and Golf Club 902-725-2272, 866-442-3542 2750 West Bay Highway [email protected] 902-345-0420, 844-638-6333 highlandvillage.novascotia.ca [email protected] NovaScotia.com Admission: $ • June 1–Oct 18 • ;@ www.dundeeresort.com/golf/course Category: Golf Courses • May 1–Oct 18 ROBERTA BEN EOIN GROVES POINT 154154 Kayak Cape Breton & Cottages Ben Eoin Provincial Park v Groves Point Provincial Park v 5385 West Bay Highway 5549 Highway 4 1055 Hillside Boularderie Road 902-549-6335 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/ben-eoin parks.novascotia.ca/content/groves-point www.kayakcapebreton.ca Category: Parks • May–Oct Category: Parks •May–Oct Category: Equipment Rentals {} Ski Ben Eoin ROSS FERRY May 1–Oct 22 5101 Highway 4 Ross Ferry Provincial Park v ST. PETER’S 902-828-2804 9685 Kempt Head Road Battery Provincial Park v [email protected] [email protected] 10110 Grenville Street www.skibeneoin.com parks.novascotia.ca/content/ross-ferry [email protected] Category: Cross-country Skiing; Downhill Skiing Category: Parks • Year-round • ; parks.novascotia.ca/content/battery Dec 15–Mar 30 • W BOULARDERIE Category: Parks • May–Oct • W The Lakes Golf Club Dalem Lake Provincial Park v Canal Landing 5101 East Bay Highway 220 New Dominion Road 160 Toulouse Street 902-828-4653 [email protected] 902-800-7072 [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/dalem-lake [email protected] www.thelakesgolfclub.ca Category: Parks • May–Oct Category: Golf Courses • May 3–Oct 27 www.canallanding.ca WHYCOCOMAGH Category: Equipment Rentals {K} IONA June 29–Aug 31 Whycocomagh Provincial Park v MacCormacks Beach 9780 Highway 105 St. Peter’s Marina Provincial Park v [email protected] 35 Lions Avenue 2481 St Columba Road parks.novascotia.ca/content/ 902-535-2729 [email protected] whycocomagh [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/ Category: Parks • May–Oct • W www.st-peters-marina.com maccormacks-beach Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs Category: Parks • May–Oct TRAILS May 1–Oct 31 • W IRONVILLE Although used primarily as walking and hiking IRISH COVE Barrachois Provincial Park v trails, Nova Scotia’s trails may also be used Irish Cove Provincial Park v 2315 Highway 223 for other activities, which are identified by the 16165 Highway 4 [email protected] symbols shown. Most trails are available for [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/barrachois use year-round, but in winter may not provide parks.novascotia.ca/content/irish-cove Category: Parks • May–Oct maintenance or parking; use discretion. Category: Parks • May–Oct • ; EAST BAY East Bay Hills Trail 3 km Highway 4 (near #4073) trails.gov.ns.ca/shareduse/cb033b.html Trail Uses: YKLSy • Year-round • ; TOURS The colour-coded Tour Locations indicate that these tours are offered in at least one other region. Otherwise, the tours listed here take place entirely within this region. See page 2 for a key to tour types. Outdoors / Trails Outdoors / Tours / Trails KEY TO TOUR LOCATIONS: u Cape Breton BOAT TOURS & CHARTERS Cape Breton Sailing Charters St. Peter’s 902-631-5050 [email protected] www.capebretonsailing.com

Bras d’Or Lake Join Capt. Greg for hands-on sailing in the Bras d’Or Lake Biosphere: birds & marine life, history, culture & music. Learn to sail! Daysail with captain + bareboat & flotilla charters. Tour Locations: u Tour Types: Ytb June 20–Oct 4 • ; . Richmond Adventure Planning 10199 Grenville Street, St. Peter’s 902-631-3754 [email protected] www.itsarap.ca Tour Locations: u Tour Types: Ytb • June 1–Oct 15 NATURE & WILDLIFE Richmond Adventure Planning 10199 Grenville Street, St. Peter’s 902-631-3754

NovaScotia.com [email protected] www.itsarap.ca Tour Locations: u Tour Types: Ytb • June 1–Oct 15 FLEUR-DE-LIS & MARCONI TRAILS Fleur-de-lis / Marconi Sydney Area

Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site NovaScotia.com 156156 Living history and a lively port city

he Fleur-de-lis Trail begins at the Canso Causeway and winds its way along the Tsoutheastern part of Cape Breton Island, where Acadian fishing villages dot the coast, hugged by untouched wilderness. From the Fleur-de-lis Trail, continue onto the Marconi Trail, where a storied past will immerse you in its rich history. Enter the largest reconstructed fortified town in North America, the 18th-century French Fortress

of Louisbourg National Historic Site. This Canadian Celtic Colours International Festival Signature Experience offers a peek into the daily lives of the costumed interpreters’ personas (see page 161). Descend into a coal mine with a retired coal miner Unexpected discoveries at the Miners Museum in Glace Bay (see page 161). At the Marconi National Historic Site, learn how the first wireless message transmitted across the Atlantic LeNoir Forge Museum, Arichat led to today’s network of global communications Situated on the historic Arichat waterfront, this (see page 161). 18th-century French blacksmith shop features Music is a vital part of life in this region. Feel the a working forge, demonstrations, and a gift shop. For the history buff, the site also includes a excitement at the award-winning Celtic Colours community archive, genealogy centre, and a boat International Festival each fall. This Canadian barn (see page 161). Signature Experience is a nine-day Celtic music extravaganza that brings the whole island alive Two Rivers Wildlife Park, Huntington with music and energy. Take in one of the shows at Get up close and personal with over 50 native the Louisbourg Playhouse, a theatre-in-the-round and non-native species of wildlife like lynx and black bear at this family-friendly park and performance venue inspired by London’s 1599 Globe wilderness area. Enjoy the wagon and sleigh rides, Theatre, or the Highland Arts Theatre in Sydney playground, petting zoo, and U-fish pond. Take a (see pages 161 & 162). nature break by exploring the hiking and cross- At the port city of Sydney, enjoy a stroll along the country ski trails (see page 161). water­front boardwalk. Take a selfie with the giant Savoy Theatre, Glace Bay, and fiddle standing 18 metres (60 feet) tall, and savour Highland Arts Theatre (HAT), Sydney the flavours of fresh, chef-prepared dishes inspired These historic theatres play host to a variety of by the sea at one of the local restaurants overlooking performances each year, from comedy to theatre Sydney Harbour. Check out the downtown shops to music. Check out the schedule of events and along Charlotte Street, and don’t miss the collection be sure to attend a show when you’re in town of locally made one-of-a-kind masterpieces at (see pages 161 & 162). the Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design (see page 162). Beggar’s Banquet, Louisbourg

Highland Arts Theatre Fleur-de-lis / Marconi Sydney Area NovaScotia.com Not-to-be-missed experiences 157 Finding it tough to choose an itinerary? The following suggestions will help you enjoy the richest experiences in Sydney and along the Fleur-de-lis and Marconi trails. Turn to pages 161 & 162 for details on these and other experiences.

Dine at the Beggar’s Banquet Point of View Suites, Louisbourg Based on the historical tradition of holding a secret 48 Hours Exploring banquet for the poor, the Beggar’s Banquet is unlike any other dining experience in Nova Scotia. In a setting reminiscent of an 18th-century working-class tavern, you are invited to get dressed up in period Baddeck to Louisbourg costumes, dine on delicious food, and enjoy the Mix and match these 48-hour road trips located story­telling, dance, and traditional French and English throughout this guide to create a Nova Scotia ballads and tunes. adventure all your own. louisbourgpointofview.com/beggars-banquet Day 1 Rum and chocolate and camping under the stars Morning Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site Enjoy a morning sail on the Bras d’Or Lake with Experience the Fortress of Louisbourg National Cape Breton Sailing Charters or Amoeba Historic Site, North America’s largest historical Sailing Tours. Then, experience a White Glove reconstruction. Take part in a tasting of Fortress Rum Tour at the Alexander Graham Bell National and learn about the history of Louisbourg, one of the Historic Site. busiest ports in North America in the 18th century, and Afternoon also one of the best-known haunted places in Nova Visit Eskasoni Cultural Journeys to experience Scotia. You can even camp overnight in a period tent authentic Mi’kmaw culture on Goat Island, including inside the Fortress walls. If you have a sweet tooth, a smudging ceremony, baking of four cent bread, take part in the Time Travel program where you will learning basketry, and traditional dance. taste Heritage™ hot chocolate as you explore what life was like 300 years ago (see page 161). Evening End your day in Sydney. Walk along the waterfront, Take a ghost tour… if you dare see the noteworthy “Giant Fiddle”, and stroll Ghosts & Legends of Historic Sydney Charlotte Street for dining and unique shops, Join in a spine-chilling ghost tour through the haunted including the Cape Breton Centre for Craft and streets of historic Northend Sydney. Costumed guides Design. take you through haunted heritage homes and graveyards, Day 2 enthralling you with stories of ghostly residents. Skeletons in the cellar, bodies under the floorboards, Morning tales of ghostly visions, and the location of a triple You can easily spend the entire day at the execution—this is just a sample of the spooky stories Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic of Old Sydney that await you! oldsydneysociety.org Site. From firing a cannon or musket to rum tasting to children’s programming and the Mi’kmaw Interpretive Centre, you want to allow yourself lots of time to experience all that’s available here. Afternoon Fortress Rum Tasting Experience If you have time after your visit to the Fortress, check out the Louisbourg Lighthouse Trail or Old Town Trail, which offer impressive views of the Fortress. Evening Fleur-de-lis / Marconi Sydney Area Dine at the Beggar’s Banquet, reminiscent of an 18th-century working class tavern. Located onsite at the Point of View Suites, savour a meal of seafood, dress in period costume and join in the revelry! NovaScotia.com Find your inner artist Mi’kmaq culture: then and now 158158 Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design, Sydney Membertou Heritage Park, Membertou Art and craft often mirror our heritage, our lifestyle, Learn about the history and culture that the Mi’kmaq and our geography. Check out one of the workshops of Membertou maintain to this day. Browse through exploring creativity and innovation at all skills levels Petroglyphs Gift Shop, which specializes in traditional (see page 162). and contemporary Mi’kmaq arts and crafts. Take a piece home to remember your visit (see page 162). Follow the footsteps of our settlers Lighthouse and Old Town trails, Louisbourg Tour the Sydney fossil cliffs Every footstep tells a story on these historic trails, Cape Breton Fossil Centre, Sydney Mines offering impressive views of the Fortress of Louisbourg Allow your imagination to take you back in time, from and its rugged coast. The 2-kilometre Lighthouse the lush green forests of today to the Carboniferous Trail starts at the Louisbourg Lighthouse and winds era, 270–350 million years ago. Guided tours of through forests and wetlands along the coast where the fossil centre are offered daily; guided tours of soldiers once stood guard protecting Louisbourg the nearby fossil cliffs, where visitors can walk the Harbour. The nearby 2.25-kilometre Old Town Trail beach and find fossils to be identified by the on-site lies just outside the fortress walls, with inter­pretive geologist, are available twice per week (see page 162). panels telling the story of the people who once lived and worked there. The trail begins at the Stella Cape Breton Miners Museum Maris Cemetery and ends near the site of the original fortified town (see page 163). Visit the birthplace of wireless communications Marconi National Historic Site, Glace Bay Guglielmo Marconi sent the very first wireless message across the Atlantic Ocean from this site in 1902, ushering in a new era of communications and technology (see page 161). Walk in the miners’ footsteps Cape Breton Miners Museum, Glace Bay Learn about the life and struggle of Cape Breton coal Membertou Heritage Park miners as you tour the Ocean Deeps Colliery coal mine. Your guide, a retired coal miner, will share his personal stories and first-hand knowledge of mining (see page 161). Complete your tour with a meal at the Miners Village Restaurant.

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22 Miners’ Marion Museum 4 Bridge Mira River Marconi Port Hastings Big Pond Trail Canso Scaterie Island Causeway Two Rivers Port 4 Johnstown Wildlife Park Louisbourg Hawkesbury St. Peter’s Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site St. Peter’s Canal Arichat NovaScotia.com National Historic Fourchu Isle Madame Site Visitor Information LeNoir Forge Point Michaud Centre locations Museum Beach Fleur-de-lis Trail FLEUR DE LIS/MARCONI/ ISLE MADAME AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) LOUISBOURG AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) 159 SYDNEY AREA LISTINGS JANVRIN HARBOUR JUNIPER MOUNTAIN Communities are listed in order as found Vollmer’s Island Paradise Mira River Cottages when travelling through the region on the q. H $85–120 qcccd. H $105–140 Scenic Travelway roads. 1489 Janvrin’s Harbour Road 856 Grand Mira South Road 902-226-1507 902-727-2012, 866-550-5824 ACCOMMODATIONS [email protected] [email protected] For a key to codes and symbols, see page 2. www.vipilodge.com www.mirarivercottages.ca K,Q,D,T•Pvt bath•2-wk CXL•@ K,D,T•Ens or pvt bath•4-wk CXL•@ CAPE BRETON ISLAND ENTRY AREA Cottage: 6 • May 15–Oct 25 Cottage: 3 Motel: 2 • May 1–Oct 31 (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) For other listings in ARICHAT LOUISBOURG the Entry Area (in Port Hastings, Troy, and Auld’s Cove), see pages 117 & 127. Clairestone Inn Cranberry Cove Inn "qcccd. $120–155, XP $15 qccccd $109–169 PORT HAWKESBURY 2375 Highway 206 12 Wolfe Street Harbour View B&B & Motel 902-226-2200, 877-787-2200 902-733-2171, 800-929-0222 (Can & US) cccd. $90–130, XP $20 [email protected] [email protected] 209 Granville Street www.theclairestoneinn.com www.cranberrycoveinn.com 902-625-3224, 877-676-6886 K,Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ K,Q,D,S•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ [email protected] Inn: 8 Motel: 9 • Year-round B&B Inn: 7 • May 15–Oct 15 www.harbourviewbb.com Robin’s Harbour View Cottages Fortress Inn Louisbourg K,Q•Ens or pvt bath•1-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ q. H $100–120, XP $20; no tax pccc. H $79–135, XP $10 B&B: 3 Motel: 6 • Year-round 363 Robin’s Road 7464 Main Street MacKenzie House Tourist Home 902-226-9515 902-733-2844 "qccccd $120–135, XP $20 [email protected] www.louisbourg.ca/directory/fortress-inn 4 Tupper Court www.robinscottages.ca Q,D•Ens bath•@ 902-625-1026 Q,D•Pvt bath•8-wk CXL•@ Motel: 30 • May 1–Oct 31 [email protected] Cottage: 3 • May 15–Oct 15 Louisbourg Harbour Inn www.mackenziehouse.com D’ESCOUSSE qccccd $130–185 K,Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ 9 Lower Warren Street Tourist Home: 4 • Year-round Groundswell Guest House pcccd. $80–110, XP $20 902-733-3222, 888-888-8466 Maggie’s B&B 3281 Highway 320 [email protected] qccccc $135–150; no tax 902-777-7777 www.louisbourgharbourinn.com 213 Philpott Street [email protected] Q•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ 902-625-3221 www.thegroundswell.ca B&B Inn: 7 • June 1–Oct 15 [email protected] Q,D•Ens bath•1-wk CXL•Light b’fast•@ Louisbourg Heritage House www.maggiesbb.ca B&B: 3 • Year-round Bed & Breakfast K,Q•Ens or pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ qccccd END OF ISLE MADAME AREA $130–185 B&B: 2 • Year-round 7544 Main Street ST. PETER’S 902-733-3222, 888-888-8466 For listings in the St. Peter’s area, [email protected] see page 152. www.louisbourgheritagehouse.com Q•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ GRAND RIVER B&B: 4 • June 1–Oct 15 SFG Cottages p,cccd. H $85, XP $10 Lupine Cottage 1910 Soldier’s Cove Road q. H $100, XP $10; no tax Accommodations 902-733-2041 Maritime Inn Port Hawkesbury 902-587-2662 [email protected] [email protected] "pcccc. $132–237, XP $15 www.grandrivercottages.com Q,D•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ 717 Reeves Street Cottage: 1 • Year-round 902-625-0320, 888-662-7484 D•Pvt bath•24-hr CXL•@ [email protected] Cabin: 5 • May 1–Oct 31 Montebello Cottage www.maritimeinns.com ST. ESPRIT qccc. H $100–125, XP $10; 7467 Main Street no tax The Strait area’s only 4-star hotel, offering St. Esprit Lake Wilderness Holiday 902-733-2519 Taste of NS dining and indoor pool; situated ,cccd/cccc H $89–199 just 8 minutes from the Canso Causeway. 4834 St. Peter’s Fourchu Road Q,T•Pvt bath•24-hr CXL K,Q•Ens or pvt bath•24-hr CXL•@ 902-587-2979 Cottage: 1 • June 1–Oct 15 Hotel: 74 • Year-round [email protected] Peck’s Housekeeping Cottages CLEVELAND www.wildernessholiday.info qcccd. H $119, XP $10 2 Wolfe Street A B&B by the River K,Q•Ens or pvt bath•Full b’fast•@ 902-733-2210, 888-324-0226 "qcccc $110–130 B&B: 1 Cottage: 3 • Year-round [email protected] 351 Helmut’s Lane FRENCH ROAD www.louisbourg.com/riverdale/cottages.html 902-625-6541 Fiddlerslake B&B and Apartment D•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ [email protected] qcccc. H $149; no tax Cottage: 7 • May 1–Oct 31 Fleur-de-lis / Marconi Sydney Area www.by-the-river.com 21 Joanne Langford Drive K,Q•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ 902-727-3037 Point of View Suites B&B: 4 • Year-round [email protected] qcccc H $125–299, XP $10 www.fiddlerslake.ca 15 Commercial Street Ext Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ 902-733-2080, 888-374-8439 B&B: 1 • Year-round [email protected] www.louisbourgpointofview.com Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ Tourist Home: 10 Suite: 9 • May 15–Oct 15 NovaScotia.com Stacey House Bed and Breakfast Comfort Inn Sydney SYDNEY FORKS 160160 qcccc. $80–120; no tax "pccccJJ $100–185, XP $10 Christie’s Bed & Breakfast 7438 Main Street 368 Kings Road p,. $60, XP $15; no tax 902-733-2317, 866-924-2242 902-562-0200, 800-228-5150 2486 Kings Road [email protected] [email protected] 902-564-9364 www.bbcanada.com/thestaceyhouse www.sydneynovascotiacomfortinn.com [email protected] Q,D•Ens or shared bath•48-hr CXL Q,D•Ens bath•12-hr CXL•Light b’fast•@ Q,D,T•Shared bath•24-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Full or light b’fast•@ Motel: 60 • Year-round B&B: 3 • May 15–Oct 15 B&B: 4 • June 1–Oct 30 Gathering House Bed & Breakfast Garden Court Cabins Wolvespack Cottage ,. $75–150, XP $15 p. H $80–140, XP $5 qcccd $100–125; no tax 148 Crescent Street 2518 Kings Road 157 West Shore Road 902-539-7172 (9am–9pm) 902-371-5509 902-733-2062 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.bbcanada.com/9751.html D•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ Q•Ens or pvt bath•24-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ Q,T,S•Pvt or shared bath•Full b’fast•@ Cabin: 9 • May 15–Oct 31 B&B: 2 • June 5–Oct 15 B&B: 3 • Year-round Linden Tree Bed & Breakfast GLACE BAY AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) Hampton Inn by Hilton Sydney qcccd $120, XP $15; no tax "$%pccccJJJ $149–209 19 Edgewater Drive GLACE BAY 60 Maillard Street 902-567-6244, 888-567-6244 Cedarwoods Bed & Breakfast 902-564-6555, 855-564-8282 [email protected] q,. $61–70, XP $17 [email protected] www.resteasy.ca 53 Turner Street www.sydney.hamptoninnbyhilton.com Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ 902-849-4767 K,Q•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ B&B: 2 • Year-round [email protected] Hotel: 128 • Year-round D•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ NORTH SYDNEY ENTRY AREA Hearthstone Inn Sydney (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) B&B: 1 • Year-round "pcccd $109–199, XP $10 RESERVE MINES 560 Kings Road NORTH SYDNEY Jacques Cartier Motel 902-539-8101, 800-422-8025 A Boat to Sea Bed & Breakfast p. H $70–95, XP $10 [email protected] "p,ccccc. $105–145; no tax 1396 Grand Lake Road www.hearthstonesydney.ca 61 Queen Street 902-539-4375, 800-661-7237 K,Q•Ens or pvt bath•24-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ 902-794-8326, 855-580-9540 [email protected] Hotel: 69 • Year-round [email protected] www.aboattosea.com www.jacquescartiermotel.com Holiday Inn Sydney – Waterfront Q•Ens bath•1-wk CXL•Full b’fast•@ D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ "pcccdJJJ $115–250 Motel: 15 • Year-round 300 Esplanade B&B: 3 • Year-round SYDNEY AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) 902-562-7500, 800-465-4329 At the Harbourfront B&B Inn [email protected] q. $125–145, XP $25 NEW WATERFORD www.holidayinn.com 123 Pierce Street Ann & Brian’s Ocean View B&B K,Q,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ 902-241-3001 qccccd. $110–130, XP $20 Hotel: 152 • Year-round [email protected] www.attheharbourfrontbandb.com 185 Olive Street Martin Arms Hotel Q,D•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ 902-862-0034 qccc $89–179, XP $4 [email protected] 100 Kings Road B&B Inn: 9 • Year-round www.annandbriansoceanviewbb.com 902-567-3311, 866-999-6700 Chamber’s Guest House Q•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ [email protected] . $100–135, XP $15 B&B: 3 • Year-round www.themartinarmshotel.com 64 King Street Accommodations SYDNEY Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•24-hr CXL•@ 902-794-7301, 866-496-9453 Cambridge Suites Hotel Sydney Hotel: 44 • Year-round [email protected] www.bbcapebretonisland.com p.JJJ H $134–299 Royale Hotel Q,D,T•Ens, pvt or shared bath•Full b’fast•@ 380 Esplanade p. $50–119, XP $15 902-562-6500, 800-565-9466 345 Esplanade B&B: 4 • May 15–Nov 1 [email protected] 902-539-2148 Clansman Motel www.cambridgesuitessydney.com [email protected] "pcccd/ccc H $99–125, XP $10 K,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ www.royalehotelcapebreton.com 9 Baird Street Hotel: 144 • Year-round Q,D•Pvt or shared bath•12-hr CXL•@ 902-794-7226, 800-565-2668 Cape Breton University Tourist Home: 9 • Year-round [email protected] www.clansmanmotel.com qccd $46–75 Spanish Bay Inn Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•24-hr CXL•@ 136 University Boulevard cccc H $129–275 902-563-1792 (8am–5pm) 10 Pitt Street Cottage: 3 Motel: 43 • Year-round [email protected] 902-562-5747 Dove House Bed & T•Pvt or shared bath•24-hr CXL•@ [email protected] Breakfast Harbourside Dorm-style: 65 • May 20–Aug 14 www.spanishbayinn.ca q. $110–130, XP $20 Celtic Charm Bed and Breakfast Q,D•Ens bath•72-hr CXL•Buffet b’fast•@ 108 Queen Street

Fleur-de-lis / Marconi Sydney Area qccccd $130 Suite: 11 • Year-round 902-794-7126, 866-794-3642 [email protected] 115 George Street Travelodge Sydney www.bbcanada.com/7714.html 902-564-0921 "pcccd H $99–199, XP $10 Q•Ens or pvt bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast [email protected] 480 Kings Road www.celticcharmbnb.com 902-539-6750, 800-578-7878 B&B: 3 • Year-round Q,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ [email protected] B&B: 3 • Year-round www.travelodge.ca/hotel/travelodge-sydney-1 K,Q,D•Ens bath•4pm CXL•Light b’fast•@ Hotel: 117 • Year-round NovaScotia.com Heritage Home Bed & Breakfast LOUISBOURG LOUISBOURG p. $120–130, XP $20; Riverdale R.V. Park 161 110 Queen Street no tax pcccd[F]c[R] $27–35 902-794-4815, 866-601-9123 9 Riverdale Street [email protected] 902-733-2531 www.bedandbreakfastnorthsydney.com [email protected] Q,S•Ens or pvt bath•72-hr CXL•Full b’fast•@ www.louisbourg.com/riverdale B&B: 4 • Year-round E,W,Se,U•Pull-thrus•72-hr CXL•@ Highland Motel Sites: 43 o/n • May-Oct pccd. $70–85, XP $5 GLACE BAY AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) Fortress of Louisbourg 530 Seaview Drive National Historic SiteP 902-794-4530 RIVER RYAN 58 Wolfe Street [email protected] River Ryan Campground 902-733-3552 www.highlandmotel.ca p. $25–35, XP $2 [email protected] D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ 5779 Union Highway www.parkscanada.gc.ca/louisbourg Motel: 20 • May 1–Oct 31 902-862-8367 www.fortressoflouisbourg.ca Hotel North [email protected] North America’s largest historic reconstruction, a pcccd $109–250, XP $10 E,W,Se,U•C/T/Y•Swimming: O•72-hr CXL•@ fortified French town with costumed animators 39 Forrest Street Sites: 42 o/n • May 31–Oct 31 and artisans who re-create 18th-century life. 902-794-8581, 800-561-8585 Certified service animals allowed; no pets. [email protected] NORTH SYDNEY ENTRY AREA Admission: $ • May 18–Oct 12 • ;@ www.hotelnorth.ca/north-sydney (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) Louisbourg Lighthouse The closest accommodations to the NL ferry, LITTLE BRAS D’OR 55 Havenside Road Hotel North offers 101 guest rooms, a restaurant Arm of Gold Campground 902-733-3552 with a large patio overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, and Trailer Park [email protected] and conference and banquet rooms. pcccd[F]ccc[R] $35–50 www.parkscanada.gc.ca/louisbourg K,Q,D,T•Ens bath•@ 24 Church Road Year-round • ; Hotel: 101 • Year-round 902-736-6516, 866-736-6516 Louisbourg Playhouse [email protected] MacNeil’s Motel 11 Aberdeen Street www.armofgoldcamp.com "pcccd $69–89, XP $6 902-733-2996 E,W,Se,U•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•24-hr CXL•@ 1424 Highway 105 [email protected] Sites: 140 o/n • June 1–Oct 1 902-736-9106 www.louisbourgplayhouse.ca [email protected] Admission: $ • July 2–Oct 3 • W@ www.macneilsmotel.com ATTRACTIONS K,D•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ Sydney & Louisburg Railway Museum This category includes national parks, historic Motel: 17 • May 15–Oct 31 7330 Main Street sites, museums, and other attractions. See also 902-733-2720 CAMPGROUNDS listings under Craft Beverages and Specialty [email protected] Foods; Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans; Admission: D • June 1–Sept 30 • W@ For a key to symbols and codes, see page 2. Outdoors; and Trails. For a key to symbols and codes, see page 2. GLACE BAY LOUISBOURG AREA (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) Cape Breton Miners’ Museum ARICHAT 17 Museum Street HUNTINGTON LeNoir Forge Museum 902-849-4522 Two Rivers Wildlife Park Campground 708 Veterans Memorial Drive [email protected] 902-226-9364 p. $40–45 www.minersmuseum.com [email protected] 4581 Grand Mira North Road Admission: $ • May 26–Oct 20 • ;

www.imhs.ca Attractions Accommodations / Campgrounds 902-727-2483 Learn about the art of blacksmithing at one Glace Bay Heritage Museum [email protected] of the oldest stone buildings in Cape Breton. 14 McKeen Street www.tworiverspark.ca/camp-details The LeNoir Landing site houses a gift shop, 902-842-5345 E,W,Se•Swimming: R•24-hr CXL•@ museum, genealogy centre, and archives. [email protected] Sites: 75 o/n • May 15–Oct 31 Admission: D • June 2–Oct 16 • W;@ www.oldtownhallglacebay.ca ALBERT BRIDGE Admission: $ • Apr 1–Dec 31 • W@ HUNTINGTON Mira River Provincial Park v Marconi National Historic SiteP Two Rivers Wildlife Park Wp. $27–36 15 Timmerman Street, Table Head 4581 Grand Mira North Road 439 Brickyard Road 902-842-2530 902-727-2483 902-563-3373, 888-544-3434 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.parkscanada.gc.ca/marconi www.tworiverspark.ca parks.novascotia.ca/content/mira-river The site from which Guglielmo Marconi Admission: $ • Year-round • ;@ E,W,U•DS•Pull-thrus•Swimming: R•24-hr CXL•@ transmitted the first official wireless message Sites: 156 o/n • Seasonal across the Atlantic. Photos and artifacts of CATALONE Marconi’s life; model of the original station. • ; Lake View Treasures Campground Admission: D • July 1–Sept 7 & RV Park Savoy Theatre

pccd[F]cc[R] $24–41 116 Commercial Street Fleur-de-lis / Marconi Sydney Area 5785 Highway 22 902-842-1599 902-733-2058 [email protected] [email protected] www.savoytheatre.com www.louisbourgcampground.com Admission: $ • Year-round • W@ E,W,Se,U•DS•Swimming: L,P•48-hr CXL•@ NEW VICTORIA Sites: 132 (76 o/n) • June 1–Sept 30 Fort Petrie Military Museum 3479 New Waterford Highway 902-862-2505 [email protected] NovaScotia.com Admission: D • May 15–Sept 30 • W SYDNEY 162162 Beaton Institute Archives GALLERIES, SHOPS, RESTAURANTS 1250 Grand Lake Road ARTISTS & ARTISANS For more extensive information, pick up a 902-563-1329, 888-959-9995 ext 1329 These listings identify some of the artisans in copy of the Restaurant Association of Nova [email protected] the region and some galleries and shops whose Scotia’s DiNE or Taste of Nova Scotia’s Culinary www.beatoninstitute.com products are primarily made in Nova Scotia. The Guide. Also visit dinenovascotia.ca and Year-round • W@ “Open Studio” designation identifies artisans tasteofnovascotia.com. See page 2 for a key to the symbols and codes. Cossit House Museumv who open their personal studios to the public so 75 Charlotte Street you can watch them work. PORT HAWKESBURY 902-539-7973 PORT HAWKESBURY Miller’s Seafood & Chophouse and [email protected] Barb’s Quilts Church Street Patio cossithouse.novascotia.ca 717 Reeves Street Admission: $ • June 1–Oct 15 16 Straitview Street 902-625-1546 902-625-5250, 888-662-7484 Highland Arts Theatre [email protected] [email protected] 40 Bentinck Street Open Studio Artisan www.maritimeinns.com/millers 902-565-3637 Media: Fibre • May 1–Nov 1 • ; Casual dining with a professional touch! This [email protected] Taste of Nova Scotia–approved restaurant www.highlandartstheatre.com Customs House Artisan Incubator at features fresh seafood dishes, pub fare and Admission: $ • Year-round • W@ Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design vegetarian options. 402 Granville Street Type: Family dining, lounge Jost Heritage House (c 1786) 902-625-1928 Specialty: Canadian, seafood 54 Charlotte Street [email protected] Licensed • Year-round • NW@ 902-539-0366 www.capebretoncraft.com/customshouse [email protected] Media: Clay, fibre, paper • Year-round ARICHAT www.oldsydneysociety.org SYDNEY Arichat Seafood Market Admission: $ • June 1–Oct 30 • ; 2392 Highway 206 Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design Membertou Heritage Park 902-226-0091 322 Charlotte Street [email protected] 35 Su’n Awti 902-270-7491 902-567-5333 www.arichatseafood.com [email protected] Type: Family dining, informal www.membertouheritagepark.com www.capebretoncraft.com Specialty: Acadian, seafood Admission: $ • Year-round • W@ Media: Multiple media • Year-round • W Licensed • Year-round • NW St. Patrick’s Church Museum Cape Breton University Art Gallery La Goélette à Pépé Café 87 Esplanade 1250 Grand Lake Road 2393 Highway 206, Isle Madame 902-562-8237 902-563-1342 902-631-4051 [email protected] www.cbu.ca/campus/art-gallery [email protected] www.oldsydneysociety.org Media: Paintings & prints • Year-round • W Admission: D • June 1–Aug 31 • W www.lagoeletteapepe.ca Leo MacNeil Designs Type: Cafe/tea room • Year-round • NW Sydney Museum 1892 Kings Road SYDNEY 173 Charlotte Street 902-562-1510 902-539-1572 [email protected] Governor’s Pub & Eatery [email protected] Open Studio Artisan 233 Esplanade www.oldsydneysociety.org Media: Stone & bone, wood 902-562-7646 Admission: $ • Year-round • W@ Year-round • W [email protected] www.governorseatery.com Whitney Pier Historical Society Type: Fine dining, pub Museum CRAFT BEVERAGES Specialty: Seafood • Year-round • N 88 Mount Pleasant Street Attractions / Galleries, Shops, Artists & Artisans / Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods / Restaurants Outdoors Artisans / Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods Artists & Shops, Attractions / Galleries, 902-562-8454 & SPECIALTY FOODS MEMBERTOU [email protected] This category includes Wineries, Breweries, Brew Kiju’s Restaurant, Membertou Trade June 1–Aug 29 • @ Pubs, Cideries and Distilleries, Specialty Food & Convention Centre Shops, Taste of NS Experiences and On-site 50 Maillard Street NORTH SYDNEY Producers recognized by their applicable 902-562-6220 North Sydney Historical Society provincial associations. [email protected] 309 Commercial Street www.kijus.com SYDNEY 902-794-2524 Kiju’s is committed to fresh ingredients, local [email protected] Breton Brewing offerings, & friendly service. The Mi’kmaq word Apr 1–Oct 31 • W@ 364 Keltic Drive “Kiju” means grandmother, traditionally the Northside Downs 902-270-4677 fire keepers who nourished our families. 102 Regent Street [email protected] Type: Family dining, informal 902-794-1449 www.bretonbrewing.ca Specialty: Seafood [email protected] Brewery • Year-round Licensed • Year-round • NW@ May 2–Nov 7 • ;@ SYDNEY MINES OUTDOORS Sydney Mines Heritage Museum These listings feature public parks, recreation & Cape Breton Fossil Centre and nature-based activities. Many are season- Fleur-de-lis / Marconi Sydney Area 159 Legatto Street specific and/or weather-dependent so please 902-544-0992 confirm when booking. See Tours section for [email protected] information about outdoor experiences offered www.sydneyminesheritage.ca by tour operators. Admission: $ • May 16–Sept 14 • W@ JANVRIN HARBOUR Vollmer’s Island Paradise 1489 Janvrin’s Harbour Road 902-226-1507 [email protected] NovaScotia.com www.vipilodge.com Category: Dive Shops; Equipment Rentals D • May 15–Oct 25 PONDVILLE SYDNEY MINES HUNTINGTON Pondville Beach Provincial Park v Sydney Mines Heritage Museum & Two Rivers Wildlife Park 4 km 163 219 Pondville North Road Cape Breton Fossil Centre 4581 Grand Mira North Road [email protected] 159 Legatto Street [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/pondville-beach 902-544-0992 www.tworiverspark.ca Category: Parks • May–Oct [email protected] Trail Uses: YLSy • Year-round • W; MARTINIQUE www.cbfossil.org LOUISBOURG Category: Rocks, Minerals & Fossils Lennox Passage Provincial Park v Louisbourg Lighthouse Trail 2 km June 16–Sept 12 2313 Highway 320 Havenside Road [email protected] [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/lennox-passage TRAILS www.pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/ns/louisbourg/ Category: Parks • May–Oct • ; Although used primarily as walking and hiking activ/sentiers-trails POINT MICHAUD trails, Nova Scotia’s trails may also be used Trail Uses: Ly • Year-round for other activities, which are identified by the Louisbourg Old Town Trail 2 km Point Michaud Beach Provincial Park v symbols shown. Most trails are available for 3796 Point Michaud Road Highway 22, near the use year-round, but in winter may not provide Parks Canada Visitor Centre [email protected] maintenance or parking; use discretion. parks.novascotia.ca/content/point- [email protected] michaud-beach PORT HAWKESBURY www.pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/ns/louisbourg/ Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches Port Hawkesbury Community Trails 10 km activ/sentiers-trails Year-round • ; Reeves Street Trail Uses: Ly • Year-round ALBERT BRIDGE www.townofporthawkesbury.ca/parks- Ruins Walk 2 km Mira River Provincial Park v and-trails 265 Park Service Road YLSy 439 Brickyard Road Trail Uses: • Year-round [email protected] [email protected] www.pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/ns/louisbourg/ parks.novascotia.ca/content/mira-river activ/sentiers-trails Category: Parks; Cross-country Skiing Trail Uses: L • Year-round May–Oct • W MIRA Mira Gut Beach 45 Mira Bay Drive www.lifesavingsociety.ns.ca Category: Supervised Beaches July–Aug DOMINION Dominion Beach Provincial Park v 48 Lower Mitchell Avenue [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/dominion-beach Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches May–Oct SYDNEY Framework Cycle & Fitness 333 George Street 902-567-1909, 866-567-1909

[email protected] Outdoors / Trails www.frameworkfitness.com Category: Equipment Rentals Ky Year-round WESTMOUNT Petersfield Provincial Park v 1126 Westmount Road [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/petersfield Category: Parks • Year-round NORTH SYDNEY Seaview Golf & Country Club 362 Seaview Drive 902-794-4111 [email protected] www.seaviewgcc.com A challenging 18-hole, par 71 course designed by Robert Moote, with water hazards and bunkers in play on many of the holes. Rolling hills; Fleur-de-lis / Marconi Sydney Area spectacular views of North West Arm & Sydney. Category: Golf Courses • May 1–Oct 30

Breton Brewing NovaScotia.com Blue Thistle Tours Madi G’s Custom Tours 164164 TOURS 365 Hills Road, Albert Bridge 12 McCharles Lane, Howie Centre The colour-coded Tour Locations indicate that 902-567-5584 902-563-9080 these tours are offered in at least one other [email protected] [email protected] region. Otherwise, the tours listed here take www.bluethistletours.com www.madigs.org place entirely within this region. See page 2 for a Tour Locations: u • Year-round Tour Locations: u • Year-round key to tour types. Guiding Lights of Isle Madame O’Neils Island Tours KEY TO TOUR LOCATIONS: Lennox Passage Provincial Park, 80 Elmbank Avenue, Sydney u Cape Breton 2313 Hwy 320, Martinique 902-371-2820 902-227-8303 [email protected] MULTI-DAY TOURS [email protected] www.oneilsislandtours.com Madi G’s Custom Tours www.islemadamelighthouses.ca/tours Tour Locations: u • Year-round 12 McCharles Lane, Howie Centre July 1–Oct 12 • ; 902-563-9080 [email protected] www.madigs.org Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site Tour Locations: u • Year-round MULTI-ACTIVITY ADVENTURE Madi G’s Custom Tours 12 McCharles Lane, Howie Centre 902-563-9080 [email protected] www.madigs.org Tour Locations: u • Year-round SIGHTSEEING & DAY TOURS Blackwood Tours 7186 East Bay Highway, Big Pond 902-549-3405 [email protected] www.blackwoodtours.com Tour Locations: u • Year-round Tours Tours Fleur-de-lis / Marconi Sydney Area NovaScotia.com EASTERN SHORE Eastern Shore

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tretching from the Halifax area to Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia’s Eastern SShore is a place where historically themed attractions, pristine wilderness, comforting cuisine, and expansive beaches come together to create a scenic seaside getaway. The 100 Wild Islands are a group of over 280 wild islands, between Clam Harbour Beach Provincial

Park and Taylor Head Provincial Park. Noted for their Guysborough waterfront historical and ecological significance, most of these islands are now protected in perpetuity. Featured in Canadian Geographic, these islands offer sheltered coves of turquoise water with white sand Unexpected discoveries beaches, windswept headlands, and unique boreal rainforests, bogs, and barrens. A rich diversity of The Harbour Brewing Company, seabirds, songbirds, and shorebirds also call this Musquodoboit Harbour and Sober Island area home. Book a kayaking trip, hands-on sailing Brewing, Sheet Harbour tour, or scenic boat tour to experience this pristine Relax on the deck at The Harbour Brewing environment (see page 174). 100wildislands.ca Company, where big flavours are crafted in this Step into Nova Scotia’s past at one of the region’s one-room microbrewery. Further up the shore, living-history museums—the authentic late-1800s enjoy Sober Island Brewing’s signature craft setting of Sherbrooke Village, or Memory Lane brew, Oyster Stout, made with Nova Scotia Heritage Village’s depic­tion of the province’s oysters, while dining on delicious local seafood rural industries in the 1940s. See how a fisherman at The Henley House Pub & Restaurant, located in the same building (see page 172). All three are supported a family of fifteen in the tiny homestead members of either the Good Cheer Trail or the that is now the Fisherman’s Life Museum, or discover Seafood Trail. Chezzetcook’s Acadian heritage at Acadian House Museum (see page 172). Black Sheep Gallery, West Jeddore This colourful fish-plant-turned-art-gallery on the

Liscombe Lodge shores of Jeddore Harbour includes works from over 40 well-known folk artists, past and present, including Maud Lewis, Joe Sleep, and Barry Colpitts (see page 172). Hope for Wildlife, Seaforth Explore the Learning Centre and Wildlife Gardens and get a chance to meet the stars of the TV Eastern Shore series as they continue their work to rescue and rehabilitate approximately 1500 injured and orphaned wild animals every year (see page 172). Eastern Shore Cold Waters Seafood Festival at Memory Lane Heritage Village,

100 Wild Islands Lake Charlotte Meet local fishermen and restaurant owners, indulge in local mussels, clams, oysters, and lobster, mingle with locals, sample traditional flavours such as Solomon Gundy and hot- smoked salmon, hear live music, and enjoy hands-on activities like painting your own buoy, dory rowing, and lobster trap building. June 6–7, 2020. NovaScotia.com Not-to-be-missed experiences 167 The Eastern Shore is known for the wildness of its coastline, isolated fishing communities and experiences that showcase the area’s culture and natural beauty. The attractions below offer visitors the classic Eastern Shore experience.

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Lightkeeper lifestyle Port Bickerton Lighthouse, Bickerton West and Out of the Fog Lighthouse Museum, Half Island Cove Memory Lane Heritage Village Discover the history of Nova Scotia’s lighthouses and what life was like as a lighthouse keeper, through Go clam digging artifacts, interpretation, and stories. Port Bickerton Lighthouse also has 3.5 kilometres of coastal walking Memory Lane Heritage Village, Lake Charlotte trails to explore (see page 172). Get your feet dirty and try your hand at clam digging on the mud flats of Clam Harbour with a fourth- Lobster fisher for a day generation clam digger. Then, return to Memory Seawind Landing Country Inn, Charlos Cove Lane Heritage Village for a feed of steamed clams or, Join Captain Damien and his crew aboard an authentic a homemade cookhouse meal, and to explore the lobster boat for the thrill of a lifetime! Set sail at sunrise sixteen restored buildings, offering visitors a nostalgic along with the local fleet to discover what it takes to look at rural Nova Scotia in the 1940s (see page 172). be a lobster fisher, before returning to your oceanfront Step into the life of a fisherman inn to savour your catch (see page 171). Fisherman’s Life Museum, Jeddore Oyster Pond Fun with folk music Enjoy a freshly baked molasses cookie while Stan Rogers Folk Festival, Canso listening to stories about the land, the sea, and the If you love outdoor music festivals, complete with life people led on the Eastern Shore in the early on-site camping, this annual event is not to be missed! 1900s. This tiny homestead was once home to a More than 100 concerts, featuring an eclectic lineup family of fifteen(see page 172). of country, folk, blues, rock, and bluegrass, take the The Acadian way of life stage—attracting over 12,000 music lovers each year. July 23–26, 2020. stanfest.com Acadian House Museum, West Chezzetcook This charming museum celebrates the history of the Grassy Island intrigue

Acadian families who settled in this area in the 1850s. Canso Islands National Historic Site, Canso Eastern Shore Take part in cultural demonstrations, such as baking At the Canso Islands Visitor Centre, life-size dioramas bread in the outdoor oven, making pulled molasses and a short film depict 18th-century life at the former taffy, or rug hooking. The on-site La Cuisine de settlement on Grassy Island. Take the short boat ride Brigitte tea room specializes in homemade soups, (weather permitting; please call ahead) to Grassy sandwiches, and scrumptious desserts (see page 172). Island to explore eight designated sites linked by Live life 1800s-style short walking trails, including the remnants of a stone fort, and relax on the grassy fields overlooking the Sherbrooke Village, Sherbrooke ocean (see page 172). At Nova Scotia’s largest provincial museum, Sherbrooke Village’s 25 authentic buildings and It’s a taste bud extravaganza! costumed interpreters depict life in the late 1800s. The Authentic Seacoast Company, Guysborough Get dressed in period costume and step into the life Treat yourself to award-winning spirits and craft of a blacksmith, woodturner or member of the gentry beer from this distillery and brewery. Savour the rich class to see first-hand the important roles they played flavours of Rare Bird Craft Beer, Glynnevan Whisky, or

through hands-on activities. Be sure to have your Sea Fever Rum. For a kick of a different kind, try a cup NovaScotia.com picture taken in Canada’s only ambrotype glass photo of freshly roasted Full Steam coffee. studio (see page 172). authenticseacoast.com 168168 Outdoor adventures The Eastern Shore offers explorers an array of off-the-beaten-path adventures for every fitness level. A listing of Eastern Shore’s outdoor opportunities starts on page 173.

Beachcombing and birding at Martinique Beach Provincial Park Search for beach glass and sand dollars on Nova Scotia’s longest beach, a wide white-sand crescent stretching for 5 kilometres, with seabirds soaring on the ocean breezes above the dunes. This is also a protected area for the endangered Piping Plover (see page 173). Martinique Beach Provincial Park Swim at Clam Harbour Beach Provincial Park Surfing at Lawrencetown Beach The smooth sand and warm tidal stream invite kids Feel the thrill of catching your first wave by signing of all ages to splash and swim for hours. Explore up for a surfing lesson near Lawrencetown Beach the rocky coast and other smaller sandy beaches by Provincial Park. These well-established surfing following the nature trail at the edge of the beach. schools have everything you need for your saltwater The site also offers an interpretive display, picnic area, adventure—wetsuits, boards, and lots of patience washrooms, and change rooms (see page 173). (see page 173). Discover the Wild Islands by boat Hike or bike the Salt Marsh Trail Whether you are looking to relax or have a hands-on With stunning panoramic views of the salt marsh, adventure, the islands are best explored by boat. this trail–13 kilometres round trip–is a coastal birder’s Feel the wind in your sails with Windansea Sailing, paradise. This section of the former rail line from Cole climb aboard an authentic fishing boat with Murphy’s Harbour to Lawrencetown and beyond is part of The Scenic Boat Tours or Sober Island Boat Tours, and Great Trail system. Explore the trail on your own with a step aboard the modern Whaly with Norse Cove bike rental or as part of a tour from Kattuk Expeditions Camping to experience the islands’ coastline and or I Heart Bikes (see pages 32 & 33). unique history (see pages 171 & 174). Explore the Musquodoboit Wilderness Hike coastal trails at Taylor Head Provincial Park Weaving between the Musquodoboit River and pristine The variety of natural habitats, scenic look-offs, wilderness, the 15-kilometre Musquodoboit Trailway extensive granite outcroppings and large white-sand section of The Great Trail follows a former railbed beach make Taylor Head great for coastal hiking and is great for walking, cycling, and snowshoeing. and viewing a variety of breeding and migrating Feeling adventurous? Three backcountry wilderness bird species (see page 173). Be sure to check out the loops off the main trail, totalling 26.5 kilometres, variety of guided tours led by Friends of Taylor Head. offer spectacular views of Musquodoboit Harbour, friendsoftaylorhead.com Musquodoboit River, and the surrounding wilderness areas. mta-ns.ca Eastern Shore

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Upper Musquodoboit Middle Meagher’s 7 Goshen Old Court Boylston Grant Musquodoboit House Park Country Harbour Port Shoreham Park Dollar Crossroads Lake Park Moose River Guysborough Gold Mines Sherbrooke Village Musquodoboit Museum Railway Museum 16 Canso Museum: Halifax Sherbrooke Salsman Whitman House Musquodoboit Harbour Park Charlos Sheet Harbour Isaac’s Harbour Cove Shearwater Fisherman’s Life Museum Liscomb Aviation 107 Port Canso West Dufferin Mills 211 Museum 316 Chezzetcook 7 7 Ferry Fisherman’s Canso Islands Lawrencetown Tor Bay Park National NovaScotia.com Cove Taylor Beach Park Martinique Atlantic Ocean Historic Site Rainbow Beach Clam Harbour Head Park Haven Beach Beach Visitor Information Centre locations Marine Drive Stroll the historic Guysborough Waterfront This self-guided walking tour of Guysborough’s 169 historic waterfront will lead you past heritage buildings and interpretive panels. Tour maps, which include a short history on each building, are available at the Old Court House Museum or at guysboroughhistoricalsociety.ca. Hiking along Liscomb River Coastal camping Cycle the Eastern Shore, Fall asleep to the sound of the waves and wake up Sherbrooke to Guysborough with the sun rising over the ocean. Murphy’s Camping With relatively low vehicle traffic, this challenging on the Ocean, Norse Cove Campground and 143-kilometre route is ideal for long rides, and soaking Seabreeze Campground all offer oceanside camping up the scenery. Take a self-guided adventure or join with incredible scenic views (see page 171 & 172). other cyclists at the Gran Fondo Guysborough on September 12, 2020 to ride oceanfront loops from 30 to 120 kilometres in length. cyclenovascotia.ca 48 Hours Exploring granfondoguysborough.ca Hike along the Liscomb River Put on your sneakers, grab your camera, and head to Eastern Shore the Liscomb River Trail System. Over 20 kilo­metres of Mix and match these 48-hour road trips located inland and coastal trails, featuring waterfalls, a fish throughout this guide to create a Nova Scotia ladder, and a swinging bridge, will keep you busy adventure all your own. for a couple of hours or the whole day (see page 174). Access the trail system at Liscombe Lodge Resort & Day 1 Conference Centre. Morning Kayak around coastal islands and inlets Catch a wave at Lawrencetown Beach Provincial Park with East Coast Surf School. The experienced guides at Coastal Adventures and Lesson packages include board, gear and time Norse Cove Camping will lead you to many coastal with an experienced surf instructor. reefs and islands along the Eastern Shore. Learn about the unique ecology, geology, and human history of Afternoon these largely undisturbed islands, while paddling past Continue your day at either Clam Harbour Beach exposed cliffs, dramatic headlands, and into hidden Provincial Park for an afternoon swim or at Taylor coves of sparkling turquoise water. Self-guided trip Head Provincial Park where you can hike some of planning is also available (see page 174). the 14 kilometres of trails found here. Evening Wild Islands Camping Adventure Unwind after your outdoor adventures with an evening at Liscombe Lodge Resort. Enjoy a relaxing river cruise, casual dinner of smoked salmon, prepared on site, followed by a bonfire at nightfall.

Day 2 Eastern Shore Morning Visit Sherbrooke Village for a glimpse of what life was like here during the 1800s. Then, head on to Port Bickerton Lighthouse which stands watch DO over the rocky coast. Explore the walking trails onsite. MORE Afternoon IN Head to Guysborough and drop into the Authentic Seacoast Brewery & Distillery. Rent a kayak Wild Islands Camping Adventure and paddle around the picturesque waterfront. Great E.A.R.T.H. Expeditions Afterwards, enjoy a tasting of Rare Bird craft beer Sail, hike, and snorkel the beautiful Wild Islands or Fortress™ Rum. dotting Nova Scotia’s Atlantic coast. Savour local seafood prepared over an open fire for a meal Evening unlike any other, topped by campfire songs and Spend the night at the charming DesBarres stargazing. Everything is provided in this guided Manor. The onsite dining room will play host to NovaScotia.com eco-adventure (see page 33). a dinner featuring a fresh, locally inspired menu. EASTERN SHORE LISTINGS MUSQUODOBOIT HARBOUR AREA SHEET HARBOUR AREA 170170 Communities are listed in order as found (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) (UP TO 20 KM RADIUS) when travelling through the region on the MUSQUODOBOIT HARBOUR SHEET HARBOUR Scenic Travelway roads. Old Riverside Lodge B & B Fairwinds Motel & Restaurant q,cccc $95–130 qccc $95 ACCOMMODATIONS 98 Riverside Avenue 22522 Main Street (Highway 7) For a key to codes and symbols, see page 2. 902-889-3464, 877-859-3674 902-885-2502 [email protected] [email protected] EAST LAWRENCETOWN www.oldriversidelodgebnb.com D•Ens bath•Full b’fast•24-hr CXL•@ 3 Moonlight Beach Suites Q,D•Pvt bath•Full b’fast•48-hr CXL Motel: 10 • Year-round qcccc H $159–299 B&B: 3 • May 1–Oct 31 PORT DUFFERIN 2 Wyndenfog Lane HEAD OF JEDDORE Black Duck Ocean View Country Inn 902-827-2712 Jeddore Lodge & Cabins qcccd $110–120, XP $20 [email protected] p. H $90–150, XP $10 25245 Highway 7 www.moonlightbeachsuites.com 9855 Highway 7 902-654-2237 Three romantic oceanfront units (Q): 4-pc bath 902-889-3030, 888-889-3030 [email protected] (whirlpool or steambath), kitchenette, sofabed [email protected] Q,D•Ens bath•Full b’fast•48-hr CXL•@ (D) in sitting area, fireplace, deck, BBQ, private www.jeddorelodge.com B&B: 3 • Year-round entry. Hot tub, pool table. Q,D,S•Ens, pvt or shared bath•Full b’fast WEST QUODDY Q•Ens bath•@ 48-hr CXL Brigitte’s Holiday Apartments Suite: 3 • Year-round B&B: 3 Cabin: 10 • May 1–Oct 31 WEST PORTER’S LAKE p,cccc H $110, XP $10; no tax SALMON RIVER BRIDGE 159 Gammon Road Lawrencetown Lodge Salmon River Country Inn 902-654-2849 ccccd H $199–249 pcccd. $110–145, XP $25 [email protected] 1232 West Porter’s Lake Road 9931 Highway 7 www.brigittesholidayapartments.com 902-223-2866 902-889-2233 Q•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ [email protected] [email protected] Apt.: 2 • May 15–Oct 15 www.lawrencetownlodge.com www.salmonrivercountryinn.ca Q•Pvt bath•2-wk CXL•@ K,Q,T•Ens bath•Buffet b’fast•48-hr CXL•@ END OF SHEET HARBOUR AREA Tiny Home: 3 • Year-round Inn: 7 • May 8–Oct 3 THREE FATHOM HARBOUR LISCOMB Coastal Waters Accommodations END OF MUSQUODOBOIT AREA Birchill Bed & Breakfast qcccc/ccccd . H and Guest House LAKE CHARLOTTE 16 Emerald Drive $125–145, XP $20 ,cccd H $82–145, XP $10; 902-827-4223 Webbers Lake Charlotte Motel 5254 Highway 7 no tax [email protected] . $95–120 902-779-2017 www.coastalwatersbnb.ca 11470 Highway 7 [email protected] Q,D•Ens or pvt bath•Full b’fast•@ 902-440-6731 www.birchillbb.com Apt.: 1 B&B: 2 • Year-round [email protected] Q•Pvt bath•Full b’fast•48-hr CXL•@ www.webbersmotel.com B&B: 2 Cottage: 1 • Year-round GRAND DESERT D,T•Ens bath•48-hr CXL•@ LISCOMB MILLS Changing Tides Bed & Breakfast Motel: 8 • Apr 15–Nov 20 q cccc Liscombe Lodge Resort $100–130, XP $15 CLAM BAY 6627 Highway 207 & Conference Centre 902-827-5134 Moments Oceanside Getaway pcccd. $129–350 [email protected] qccccc H $1275–1995 weekly 2884 Highway 7 23 Pebblebeach Lane 902-779-2307, 800-665-6343 Accommodations Q•Ens bath•Full b’fast•48-hr CXL•@ B&B: 2 • Year-round 902-229-2168 [email protected] [email protected] www.liscombelodge.ca PORTER’S LAKE Q,D,T•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ K,Q,D,T•Ens or pvt bath•Buffet b’fast The IN House, Musical Bed & Vac. Home: 1 • Year-round 72-hr CXL•@ Breakfast and Gallery UPPER LAKEVILLE Resort: 68 • May 17–Oct 24 q. $60–115; no tax SHERBROOKE 5315 Highway 7 Webber’s Lakeside Cottages 902-827-2532 pccc. H $960–1200 weekly Daysago Bed & Breakfast [email protected] 738 Upper Lakeville Road qcccd. H $85–100, XP $10; Eastern Shore D•Pvt bath•Full b’fast•72-hr CXL•@ 902-845-2340, 800-589-2282 15 Cameron Road no tax B&B: 1 • Year-round [email protected] 902-328-7600 www.webberslakesideresort.com [email protected] MUSQUODOBOIT VALLEY AREA Q,D•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ www.bbcanada.com/daysago Cottage: 2 • May 8–Oct 8 Q,D,T•Pvt or shared bath•Full b’fast MEAGHER’S GRANT TANGIER 24-hr CXL•@ River Oaks Country Lodge B&B: 2 Cottage: 1 • Year-round qcccd . H $75–85, XP $15 Paddler’s Retreat B&B 3856 Meagher’s Grant Road p,. $65–100, XP $10 Sherbrooke Village Inn 902-384-2033 84 Mason’s Point Road p. H $130–275, XP $20 [email protected] 902-772-2774, 877-404-2774 7975 Highway 7 www.riveroaksgolfclub.ca/lodge.htm [email protected] 902-522-2228 D•Ens bath•12-hr CXL•@ www.coastaladventures.com/retreat.html [email protected] Motel: 8 • May 15–Oct 15 Q,D,S•Ens or shared bath•Full b’fast www.sherbrookevillageinn.ca 24-hr CXL•@ K,Q,D,S•Ens or pvt bath•72-hr CXL•@ B&B: 4 • June 15–Oct 15 Cabin: 3 Motel: 12 Suite: 2 Vac. Home: 1 Apr 1–Oct 31 NovaScotia.com PORT BICKERTON GUYSBOROUGH MURPHY COVE Goody’s B&B By the Sea DesBarres Manor Inn Murphy’s Camping on the Ocean 171 p. $110; no tax qccccd. $199–259, XP $35 pccc[F]ccc [R] $33–50 5098 Highway 211 90 Church Street 308 Murphys Road 902-364-2879 902-533-2099 902-772-2700 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] D,T•Pvt bath•Full b’fast•24-hr CXL•@ www.desbarresmanor.com www.murphyscamping.ca B&B: 1 • June 1–Oct 15 K,Q,D,T•Ens bath•@ E,W,U•DS•C/T/Y•Swimming: O•2-wk CXL•@ GOSHEN Inn: 10 • Year-round Sites: 52 (49 o/n) • May 15–Oct 15 B&B on the Hill, Forge & Stable Distillery House SPRY BAY cccc $110–120 (formerly Osprey Shores Resort) Spry Bay Campground & Cabins 317 Goshen-Fishers Mills Road pcccc. $119 p,ccc[F]cd[R] . $30–100 902-318-1811 119 Ferry Lane 19867 Highway 7 [email protected] 902-533-3904, 800-909-3904 902-772-2554, 866-229-8014 www.on-the-hill.ca [email protected] [email protected] K,T,S•Ens or pvt bath•5-day CXL•@ www.ospreyshoresresort.com www.sprybaycampground.ca Cottage: 1 Suite: 2 • Year-round Q•Ens bath•48-hr CXL E,W,U•DS•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: P•@ NEW HARBOUR Motel: 10 • May 1–Nov 1 Sites: 48 (33 o/n) • May 1–Oct 31 Lonely Rock Seaside Bungalows Pepperlane Manor Bed & Breakfast SHEET HARBOUR pccccd. H $99–259, XP $10 q,ccccd. $150 East River Lodge Campground & 150 New Harbour Road 22 Court Street Trailer Park 902-387-2668, 866-248-1877 902-533-1884 pccd[F]c[R] $25–35 [email protected] [email protected] 200 Pool Road www.lonelyrock.com www.pepperlane.ca 902-885-2057 Oceanview cottages (1, 2 or 3 bedrooms) in a Q•Ens or pvt bath•Full b’fast•48-hr CXL•@ [email protected] small fishing village. Spend your days hiking, B&B: 4 • Year-round E,W,Se,U•DS•Swimming: R•24-hr CXL•@ canoeing, cycling, or touring one of the most Sites: 40 (22 o/n) • May 1–Oct 31 scenic coastal drives in Atlantic Canada. CAMPGROUNDS SHERBROOKE Q,T•Pvt bath•2-wk CXL•@ For a key to symbols and codes, see page 2. Riversedge Camping Cottage: 6 • May 1–Nov 1 ccd cd[R] WEST PORTER’S LAKE [F] $25–45 LARRY’S RIVER 150 Hospital Road Murphy’s Inn Porters Lake Provincial Park v 902-328-2517 q. $99–129 Wp . $27–36 [email protected] 6163 Highway 316 1160 West Porter’s Lake Road www.jimmporter.wixsite.com/riversedge 902-525-2411 902-827-2250, 888-544-3434 E,W•DS•24-hr CXL•@ [email protected] [email protected] Sites: 15 o/n • May 18–Sept 30 parks.novascotia.ca/content/porters-lake www.murphysinn.ca STILLWATER Murphy’s Inn is a 1915 classic American Four- E,W,U•DS•Pull-thrus•Swimming: L Nimrod’s Campground Square home located riverside in the picturesque 24-hr CXL•@ pcc[F]cd[R] $26–35 and historic Acadian fishing village of Larry’s River. Sites: 80 o/n • Seasonal 159 Highway 211 Q•Ens or shared bath•5-day CXL WYSE’S CORNER 902-522-2441 B&B: 4 • May 15–Oct 31 Dollar Lake Provincial Park v [email protected] CHARLOS COVE ;p . $27 E,W,U•DS•Pull-thrus•Swimming: L SeaWind Landing Country Inn 5265 Old Guysborough Road 24-hr CXL•@ p,cccc $99–179 902-384-2770, 888-544-3434 Sites: 60 (35 o/n) • Seasonal [email protected] 159 Wharf Road MIDDLE COUNTRY HARBOUR Accommodations / Campgrounds 902-525-2108, 800-563-4667 parks.novascotia.ca/content/dollar-lake Salsman Provincial Park v [email protected] U•DS•Swimming: L•24-hr CXL Wp . $27 www.seawindlanding.ca Sites: 117 o/n • Seasonal 15641 Highway 316 Q,T•Ens bath•24-hr CXL•@ UPPER LAKEVILLE 902-328-2999, 888-544-3434 Inn: 13 • Year-round E & F Webber Lakeside Park [email protected] UPPER FOX ISLAND "pccc[F]ccc[R] . $32–60 parks.novascotia.ca/content/salsman Eagle Valley Cottages 738 Upper Lakeville Road U•DS•Swimming: R•24-hr CXL•@ pcccd H $120 902-845-2340, 800-589-2282 Sites: 40 o/n • Seasonal [email protected] Eastern Shore 3421 Highway 16 FOX ISLAND 902-318-3202 www.webberslakesideresort.com Seabreeze Campground [email protected] E,W,Se,U•Pull-thrus•C/T/Y•Swimming: L p . $28–45, XP $10 www.eagle-valley-cottages.com 48-hr CXL•@ 230 Fox Island Main Road D,T•Pvt bath•1-wk CXL•@ Sites: 67 (35 o/n) • May 8–Oct 8 902-366-2352, 866-771-2267 Cottage: 5 • Year-round EAST SHIP HARBOUR [email protected] FOX ISLAND Norse Cove Camping www.seabreezecampground.com Seabreeze Cottages p . $30–108 E,W,Se,U•Swimming: O•48-hr CXL•@ p. H $99–125, XP $10 51 Dewolfes Road Sites: 74 (53 o/n) • May 15–Oct 15 902-430-4559 230 Fox Island Road CANSO 902-366-2352, 866-771-2267 [email protected] Cape Canso R.V. Park & Marina [email protected] www.norsecovecamping.com p . $24–28 www.seabreezecampground.com U•C/T/Y•Swimming: O•48-hr CXL•@ 1639 Union Street D,T•Pvt bath•48-hr CXL•@ Sites: 18 o/n • Year-round 902-366-2937 Cottage: 4 • May 15–Oct 15 [email protected] E,W,Se•DS•Pull-thrus•Swimming: O•@ Sites: 33 o/n • May 15–Oct 30 NovaScotia.com RIVERSIDE SHERBROOKE JEDDORE OYSTER POND 172172 Boylston Provincial Park v Sherbrooke Village v Black Sheep Gallery p . $27 42 Main Street 1689 West Jeddore Road 11131 Highway 16 902-522-2400, 888-743-7845 902-889-5012 902-533-3503, 888-544-3434 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] sherbrookevillage.novascotia.ca www.blacksheepart.com parks.novascotia.ca/content/boylston Take a trip back in time! 25 heritage buildings, Media: Paintings, wood • June 15–Sept 15 U•DS•24-hr CXL•@ costumed interpreters, crafters and artisans: EAST SHIP HARBOUR Sites: 34 o/n • Seasonal blacksmiths, potters, weavers, wood turners Barry Colpitts and printers. Indigenous Art Centre. 15359 Highway 7 ATTRACTIONS Admission: $ • May 16–Oct 12 • ;@ 902-772-2090 See ad p.174. This category includes national parks, historic Media: Paintings, wood • Year-round sites, museums, and other attractions. See also St. Mary’s River Salmon Museum listings under Craft Beverages and Specialty 8404 Highway 7 CRAFT BEVERAGES Foods; Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans; 902-522-2099 Outdoors; and Trails. For a key to symbols and [email protected] & SPECIALTY FOODS codes, see page 2. www.stmarysriverassociation.com This category includes Wineries, Breweries, Brew Admission: D • June 1–Sept 30 • W SEAFORTH Pubs, Cideries and Distilleries, Specialty Food ASPEN Shops, Taste of NS Experiences and On-site Hope for Wildlife Producers recognized by their applicable 5909 Highway 207 Baird’s Tradesmen Museum provincial associations. 902-407-9453 12453 Highway 7 [email protected] 902-833-2219 SHEET HARBOUR www.hopeforwildlife.net [email protected] Sober Island Brewing Company Admission: D • Year-round • ; Admission: $ • July 1–Oct 1 • ; 22478 Highway 7 WEST CHEZZETCOOK PORT BICKERTON 902-719-9463 [email protected] Acadian House Museum / Port Bickerton Lighthouse www.soberislandbrewing.ca L’Acadie de Chezzetcook Interpretive Centre Brewery • Year-round • N;@ 79 Hill Road 408 Lighthouse Road 902-827-5992 [email protected] GUYSBOROUGH [email protected] www.portbickertonlighthouse.ca Authentic Seacoast Distilling www.acadiedechezzetcook.ca Admission: $ • July 1–Sept 30 • W@ Company Admission: $ • July 1–Aug 31 • W@ GOLDBORO 75 Ferry Lane MIDDLE MUSQUODOBOIT Goldboro Interpretive Centre 902-533-3904 [email protected] Musquodoboit Valley Bicentennial 12881 Highway 316 www.authenticseacoast.com Theatre and Cultural Centre 902-387-2454 N 12390 Highway 224 [email protected] Distillery • June 1–Sept 1 • 902-384-2819 June 30–Aug 31 • W@ Rare Bird Craft Beer [email protected] HALF ISLAND COVE 75 Ferry Lane www.bicentennialtheatre.ca Out of the Fog Lighthouse Museum 902-533-3904 Admission: $ • Year-round • W@ 4291 Highway 16 [email protected] MOOSE RIVER GOLD MINES 902-358-2108 www.authenticseacoast.com Brewery • June 1–Sept 1 Moose River Gold Mines Museum [email protected] 6990 Moose River Road www.lighthousemuseum.ca 902-384-2484 Admission: D • June 15–Sept 20 • W@ RESTAURANTS [email protected] CANSO For more extensive information, pick up a Campgrounds / Attractions / Galleries, Shops, Artists & Artisans / Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods / Restaurants Artisans / Craft Beverages & Specialty Foods Artists & Shops, Attractions / Galleries, Campgrounds / Admission: D • July 1–Aug 31 • W@ Canso Islands National Historic SiteP copy of the Restaurant Association of Nova DiNE MARKLAND 1465 Union Street Scotia’s or Taste of Nova Scotia’s Culinary Guide. Also visit dinenovascotia.ca and 902-366-3136 Icelandic Memorial tasteofnovascotia.com. See page 2 for a key to [email protected] 380 Caribou Road the symbols and codes. 902-860-3551 www.parkscanada.gc.ca/cansoislands [email protected] Site of a one-time thriving community of New GRAND DESERT www.nova-scotia-icelanders.ednet.ns.ca/ England fishermen and merchants. Film, life-size Rose & Rooster Bakery markland.htm dioramas and artifacts at visitor centre. Free boat 6502 Highway 207

Eastern Shore Year-round to Grassy Island (weather dependent). 902-827-1042 JEDDORE OYSTER POND Admission: D • July 1–Sept 7 • ; [email protected] Fisherman’s Life Museum v Canso Museum: Whitman House www.roseandrooster.com 10309 Highway 7 1297 Union Street A small café in Grand Desert, just minutes 902-889-2053 902-366-2170 from Lawrencetown Beach, serving NS-roasted fishermanslife.novascotia.ca [email protected] coffee and local beer and wines, and we make Admission: $ • June 1–Sept 30 • ; June 1–Sept 30 • W@ everything from scratch. Front and back patios. Type: Cafe/tea room, gourmet LAKE CHARLOTTE GUYSBOROUGH Licensed • Year-round •NW@ Old Court House 1843 Memory Lane Heritage Village SHEET HARBOUR 5435 Clam Harbour Road 106 Church Street 902-845-1937, 877-287-0697 902-533-4008 Henley House Pub & Restaurant [email protected] [email protected] 22478 Highway 7 www.heritagevillage.ca www.guysboroughhistoricalsociety.ca 902-885-3335 Admission: $ • June 1–Sept 30 • W@ Admission: D • June 1–Oct 1 • W@ [email protected] www.henleyhouse.ca SHEET HARBOUR Type: Fine dining, pub MacPhee House Community Museum GALLERIES, SHOPS, Licensed • May 1–Nov 1 •NW@ 22404 Main Street ARTISTS & ARTISANS 902-885-2092 These listings identify some of the artisans in NovaScotia.com [email protected] the region and some galleries and shops whose June 8–Sept 18 • ;@ products are primarily made in Nova Scotia. LISCOMB MILLS THREE FATHOM HARBOUR EAST SHIP HARBOUR Riverside Dining Room at Liscombe Happy Dude’s Surf Emporium Norse Cove Boat Tours 173 Lodge Resort 4891 Highway 207 18 Dewolfes Road 2884 Highway 7 902-827-4962 902-430-4559 902-779-2307, 800-665-6343 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.happydudes.wordpress.com www.boattoursnovascotia.com www.liscombelodge.ca Category: Surfing• Year-round Category: Equipment Rentals } Type: Family dining, lounge MEAGHER’S GRANT Year-round Licensed • May 22–Oct 12 •NW@ River Oaks Golf Club MURPHY COVE GUYSBOROUGH 902-384-2033 Murphy’s Scenic Boat Tours DesBarres Manor Inn [email protected] 308 Murphys Road 90 Church Street www.riveroaksgolfclub.ca 902-772-2700 902-533-2099, 888-933-2099 Category: Golf Courses [email protected] [email protected] May 1–Oct 31 • W www.murphyscamping.ca/boat-tours www.desbarresmanor.com ELDERBANK Category: Equipment Rentals { Type: Fine dining, gourmet May 15–Oct 15 Elderbank Waterway Licensed • Year-round •N;@ Provincial Park v TANGIER 5819 Highway 357 Coastal Adventures OUTDOORS [email protected] 84 Mason’s Point Road These listings feature public parks, recreation parks.novascotia.ca/content/elderbank 902-772-2774, 877-404-2774 and nature-based activities. Many are season- Category: Parks • May–Oct [email protected] specific and/or weather-dependent so please WYSE’S CORNER www.coastaladventures.com confirm when booking. See Tours section for Category: Equipment Rentals } Dollar Lake Provincial Park v information about outdoor experiences offered May 15–Oct 30 by tour operators. 5265 Old Guysborough Road [email protected] SPRY BAY COW BAY parks.novascotia.ca/content/dollar-lake Spry Bay Provincial Park v Rainbow Haven Beach Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches 19310 Highway 7 Provincial Park v May–Oct • ; [email protected] 2249 Cow Bay Road MIDDLE MUSQUODOBOIT parks.novascotia.ca/content/spry-bay Category: Parks • May–Oct • ; [email protected] Musquodoboit Valley parks.novascotia.ca/content/rainbow- Provincial Park v Taylor Head Provincial Park v haven-beach 11685 Highway 224 20140 Highway 7 Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches [email protected] [email protected] May–Oct parks.novascotia.ca/content/ parks.novascotia.ca/content/taylor-head EAST LAWRENCETOWN musquodoboit-valley Category: Parks • May–Oct Cole Harbour–Lawrencetown Category: Parks • May–Oct • ; MARIE JOSEPH Coastal Heritage Park EAST PETPESWICK Marie Joseph Provincial Park v Lawrencetown to Cole Harbour Halifax Surf School 1420 Highway 7 [email protected] Martinique Beach [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/cole-harbour- 902-789-5483 parks.novascotia.ca/content/marie-joseph lawrencetown [email protected] Category: Parks • May–Oct • ; Category: Parks • Year-round • ; www.halifaxsurfschool.com LISCOMB MILLS • East Coast Surf School Category: Surfing Year-round Liscombe Lodge Marina v 4348 Lawrencetown Road Martinique Beach Provincial Park v 2884 Highway 7 902-449-9488 2389 East Petpeswick Road 902-779-2307 Restaurants / Outdoors [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.ecsurfschool.com parks.novascotia.ca/content/martinique-beach www.liscombelodge.ca/marina-2 Surfing lessons and rentals just outside Halifax Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs at Lawrencetown Beach. Great learning waves! May–Oct Seasonal • W Easy half-day adventure/experience while staying in Halifax or the Eastern Shore. Surf Martinique SHERBROOKE Category: Surfing• May 1–Nov 30 Martinique Beach, Parking lot #4 Sherbrooke Provincial Park v 902-809-9283 8407 Highway 7 Kannon Beach Wind and Surf [email protected] [email protected]

4144 Lawrencetown Road Eastern Shore www.surfmartinique.ca parks.novascotia.ca/content/sherbrooke 902-434-3040 Category: Surfing• July 1–Sept 29 • [email protected] Category: Parks May–Oct www.kannonbeach.com CLAM HARBOUR Stonewall Park Category: Surfing; Equipment Rentals Clam Harbour Beach 8407 Highway 7 Year-round Provincial Park v 902-522-2598 158 Beach Road www.saint-marys.ca/parks-and-trails.html Lawrencetown Beach [email protected] v Category: Parks • Year-round • ; Provincial Park parks.novascotia.ca/content/clam-harbour- 4348 Lawrencetown Road LOCHIEL LAKE beach [email protected] Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches Lochiel Lake Provincial Park v parks.novascotia.ca/content/ May–Oct 13575 Highway 7 lawrencetown-beach [email protected] Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches UPPER LAKEVILLE parks.novascotia.ca/content/lochiel-lake May–Oct E & F Webber Lakeside Park Category: Parks • May–Oct • ; WEST PORTER’S LAKE 738 Upper Lakeville Road MIDDLE COUNTRY HARBOUR 902-845-2340, 800-589-2282 v Porters Lake Provincial Park [email protected] Salsman Provincial Park v 1160 West Porter’s Lake Road www.webberslakesideresort.com 15641 Highway 316 [email protected] Category: Equipment Rentals {} [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/porters-lake parks.novascotia.ca/content/salsman

May 8–Oct 8 • ; NovaScotia.com Category: Parks • May–Oct Category: Parks • May–Oct TOR BAY PORTER’S LAKE GUYSBOROUGH 174174 Tor Bay Provincial Park v Crowbar Lake Hiking Trails 16.5 km Guysborough Nature Trail – 55 km 650 Tor Bay Branch Road 1800 Myra Road The Great Trail (Trans Canada Trail) [email protected] 902-827-2364 Queen Street, across from fire hall parks.novascotia.ca/content/tor-bay [email protected] trails.gov.ns.ca/shareduse/g013.html Category: Parks • May–Oct • ; trails.gov.ns.ca/shareduse/hx122.html Trail Uses: YK>LSsy DOVER Trail Uses: YL • Year-round Year-round Black Duck Cove Provincial Park v CARROLLS CORNER Guysborough Waterfront Trail 1 km 1409 Dover Road Carrolls Corner Mastodon Trail 4 km 106 Church Street [email protected] 9 Milford Road Trail Uses: YKLSy • Year-round parks.novascotia.ca/content/black-duck-cove Trail Uses: YKLSy Category: Parks • May–Oct • W Year-round • ; TOURS CANSO MUSQUODOBOIT HARBOUR The colour-coded Tour Locations indicate that Cape Canso Marina Musquodoboit Trailway – 41 km these tours are offered in at least one other 902-366-2937 The Great Trail (Trans Canada Trail) region. Otherwise, the tours listed here take [email protected] 90 Park Road place entirely within this region. See page 2 for a Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs [email protected] key to tour types. June 1–Oct 30 www.mta-ns.ca KEY TO TOUR LOCATIONS: GUYSBOROUGH Trail Uses: YKLy • Year-round • ; u Halifax Guysborough Sailing Club LISCOMB MILLS u South Shore Guysborough Docks Liscomb River Trail System 13 km u Yarmouth & Acadian Shores 902-870-6567 Highway 7 (near #2884) u Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley [email protected] 800-665-6343 u Northumberland Shore www.guysboroughsailingschool.com [email protected] u Cape Breton Category: Sailing Instruction • Year-round trails.gov.ns.ca/shareduse/g008.html u Eastern Shore Trail Uses: YL • Seasonal RIVERSIDE BOAT TOURS & CHARTERS Boylston Provincial Park v PORT BICKERTON Guysborough Sailing Club 11088 Highway 16 Port Bickerton Lighthouse 3.5 km Guysborough Docks, Guysborough [email protected] Beach Park Trail 902-870-6567 parks.novascotia.ca/content/boylston Highway 211 [email protected] • Category: Parks May–Oct www.portbickertonlighthouse.ca www.guysboroughsailingschool.com PORT SHOREHAM Trail Uses: YLSy • Year-round Tour Types: Ytb • Year-round Port Shoreham Beach STORMONT Murphy’s Scenic Boat Tours Provincial Park v Loyalist Trail 2 km 308 Murphys Road, Murphy Cove 1720 Highway 344 Highway 316 (near #14100) 902-772-2700 [email protected] Trail Uses: YLSsy • Year-round [email protected] parks.novascotia.ca/content/port- CANSO www.murphyscamping.ca/boat-tours shoreham-beach Tour Types: {tf • May 15–Oct 15 Category: Parks • May–Oct • ; Chapel Gully Trail 5 km Wilmot Street Sober Island Boat Tours TRAILS trails.gov.ns.ca/shareduse/g001.html 73 Levy’s Road, Sober Island Trail Uses: YLy • Year-round 902-885-5389 Although used primarily as walking and hiking QUEENSPORT [email protected] trails, Nova Scotia’s trails may also be used Sightseeing boat tours; also lobster fishing for other activities, which are identified by the Queensport Road / 18 km Barrenland Trail tours mid-May to mid-June. Sightseeing tours Outdoors / Trails Outdoors / Tours / Trails symbols shown. Most trails are available for are weather and tide-dependent; for tour times use year-round, but in winter may not provide Highway 16 (near #5475) and reservations call or FB message. maintenance or parking; use discretion. trails.gov.ns.ca/shareduse/g004b.html Trail Uses: YLSy • Year-round Tour Types: t • July 2–Sept 15 EAST LAWRENCETOWN Windansea Sailing Atlantic View Trail – 10 km 9950 Highway 7, Salmon River Bridge The Great Trail (Trans Canada Trail) 902-789-1954 4348 Highway 207 [email protected] www.halifax.ca/recreation/parks-trails-gardens www.windanseasailing.ca YKLSy Eastern Shore Trail Uses: Tour Types: tb • July 1–Aug 31 Year-round • ; MULTI-ACTIVITY ADVENTURE Happy Dude’s Surf Emporium 4891 Highway 207, Three Fathom Harbour 902-827-4962 [email protected] www.happydudes.wordpress.com Tour Types: } • Year-round OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Coastal Adventures 84 Mason’s Point Road, Tangier 902-772-2774, 877-404-2774 [email protected] www.coastaladventures.com Tour Locations:uuuuuuu Tour Types: Y} • May 15–Oct 30 NovaScotia.com Entering Canada/Customs 175 Passport and visa requirements for visiting Canada will vary according to your citizenship, residency, and purpose for visiting Canada. For up-to-date information for visitors from the Canadian Border Services Agency, go to cbsa.gc.ca or call 800-461-9999 (within Canada), 506-636-5064 or 204-983-3500 (outside of Canada).

Citizens of the United States Cruising to Nova Scotia travelling between the U.S. and By sea Comfortable car ferry trips provide easy Nova Scotia’s port destinations are part Canada require a valid U.S. passport, access from Maine and other Atlantic of the Canada/New England cruise Air NEXUS card, or U.S. Coast Guard provinces to Nova Scotia. Reservations itinerary. More than 20 major cruise Merchant Mariner document to are recommended, and travellers lines visit Nova Scotia between April return home. should arrive 1 hour prior to departure and November each year, with 4- to for check-in. See websites for details. 12-day cruises out of New York/Boston Most international visitors to and Quebec City/Montreal. Canada require an Electronic Travel Bar Harbor, Maine– For more information on cruising to Authorization (ETA). Visit Yarmouth, Nova Scotia canada.ca/eta for more Nova Scotia, visit NovaScotia.com or information. ferries.ca contact your local travel agent for more Toll-free 877-762-7245 details. By air Service operates June through October. Nova Scotia is located two hours Save driving time travelling between By land closer to Europe than any other Maine and Nova Scotia on The CAT Highways from all points in the mainland North American destination, high-speed ferry. Approximate crossing United States and Canada join the and its capital city, Halifax, about 90 time 3 hours 30 minutes. Travellers Trans-Canada Highway entering minutes from Boston and two hours can walk or drive aboard. Advance Nova Scotia from New Brunswick from New York. The Halifax Stanfield reservations recommended. Valid at Amherst. International Airport is the Atlantic passport required. Canadian hub for all domestic, regional, and international services. New Brunswick–Nova Scotia Saint John, NB–Digby, NS In–province Visit halifaxstanfield.ca or ferries.ca transportation: sydneyairport.ca to get the most Toll-free 877-762-7245 current information for planning scheduled bus your trip. Service operates year-round. Approximate crossing time 2 hours service and Full–service Airports 15 minutes (peak season) and 2 hours Halifax Stanfield 30 minutes (off season). Travellers charters International Airport W can walk or drive aboard. Advance Alternative Routes Travel reservations recommended. 902-873-4422 • fax 902-873-4750 902-880-4918 halifaxstanfield.ca Prince Edward Island– [email protected] [email protected] Nova Scotia www.alternativeroutes.ca GPS N44 52.867 W63 30.908. Hop-on/hop-off door-to-door shuttle Two asphalt runways: 7,700 ft. & Wood Islands, PEI–Caribou, NS serving the South Shore and Annapolis 10,500 ft. ferries.ca Valley. Charters in off-season. Open year-round. Toll-free 877-762-7245

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Service operates May 1 to December 20. Visitor Information JA Douglas McCurdy 902-292-6780 Approximate crossing time 75 minutes. Sydney Airport W ampmlimohalifax.ca Travellers can walk or drive aboard. 902-564-7720 • sydneyairport.ca Halifax airport service. Advance reservations recommended. GPS N46 09.683 W60 02.867. Cloud Nine Shuttle Two runways: 7,070 ft. and 6,000 ft. Newfoundland–Nova Scotia Open year-round. 902-742-3992 • [email protected] Port-aux-Basques, NL– thecloudnineshuttle.com North Sydney, NS Yarmouth International Airport W Yarmouth to Halifax and airport. 902-742-6484 • fax 902-742-6881 marineatlantic.ca [email protected] Toll-free: 800-341-7981 Coach Atlantic yarmouthairport.ca Daily service year-round; additional 888-599-4287 GPS N43 49.617 W66 05.283. service mid-June to September. [email protected] Two asphalt runways: 5,000 ft. and coachatlanticgroup.com 6,000 ft. Open year-round. Argentia, NL–North Sydney, NS Airport transportation and charters. Service mid-June to mid-September.

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Crystal Limousine Kings Transit By rail 902-877-7778 (cell) 902-678-7310 • 888-546-4442 902-830-8338 (text) [email protected] VIA Rail Canada [email protected] • crystallimo.ca kingstransit.ns.ca Transcontinental train service. Call Halifax area: Airport service and Public transit system operating in the VIA Rail toll-free anywhere in Canada Nova Scotia tours. Annapolis Valley. 888-842-7245 or visit viarail.ca. Handi Trans (TCB) Mariner Shuttle 902-539-4336 902-586-8302 • 855-586-6140 General Sydney, North Sydney, Sydney Mines, [email protected] Glace Bay, New Waterford. marinershuttle.co information Yarmouth, Acadian Shore, Digby, Halifax Transit Annapolis Valley, Halifax region, airport. Accommodations 311 (TTY 902-490-6645) Many tourism operators listed in Maritime Bus halifax.ca/transportation/ this guide have been rated by Nova halifax-transit 800-575-1807 Scotia Approved, Canada Select, Halifax Metro area, airport and (Customer Service call centre) and/or CAA/AAA for quality. When harbour ferry service. maritimebus.com Amherst to Halifax, Kentville, Sydney. available, these ratings are noted in Halifax Transit “Access-A-Bus” the listings. Transit Cape Breton 902-490-6681 (to register) Visit NovaScotia.com for a 902-490-6999 (scheduling) 902-539-8124 • [email protected] Visitor information description of accommodation Wheelchair-accessible bus service cbrm.ns.ca/transit in the Halifax Metro area. Sydney and Metro Cape Breton types. All accommodation rates communities. are subject to change. Kathleen’s Shuttle and Tours 877-720-8747 Tri-Star Shuttle 902-249-0086 (cell/text) 902-742-2900 [email protected] tri-starcharters.com kathleensshuttleandtours.webs.com Yarmouth, Digby, South Shore, Halifax. Digby and Annapolis Valley shuttle service to Halifax and airport; tours of Valley region. NovaScotia.com 177

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CAA/AAA Services for AccessAdvisor.ca people with Access Advisor is a rating program that identifies levels of accessibility in To be eligible for CAA/AAA special needs W; participating accommodations and Approval, establishments must meet basic requirements for cleanliness, W indicates that the business meets campgrounds. All locations showing these symbols have been visited to comfort, and security, verified the minimum requirements of access by unannounced evaluations by for people using a wheelchair. Those confirm their level of accessibility. Please contact the establishment professional AAA inspectors. The that provide at least one service Diamond Rating is determined for persons with mild to moderate directly to ensure that your specific needs can be met. accessadvisor.ca based on a compilation of all disabilities but are not wheelchair- property characteristics, with a focus accessible are identified by; . #Fully Mobile Accessible on overall guest impression rather Accessibility standards for public The entire property is accessible than on individual elements. access to businesses are not currently to persons requiring the use of a J Budget-oriented, offering basic wheelchair or other mobility regulated in Nova Scotia, so use comfort and hospitality. of the W and ; symbols is at the assistive device. JJ Affordable, with modestly discretion of the operators and "Partially Accessible definitions can vary from operator enhanced facilities, decor, and The property is accessible or partially amenities. to operator. When possible, please accessible to persons with varied Community Index contact operators directly to ensure levels of disability, including difficulty JJJ Distinguished, multi-faceted Visitor Information that their property meets your with mobility, reflexes, and strength. with enhanced physical attributes, accessibility requirements. amenities, and guest comforts. % Sight Accessible Other sources of information JJJJ Refined, stylish with The property is accessible to persons Nova Scotia League for Equal upscale physical attributes, extensive with sight impairment, from partial to Opportunities: [email protected]; amenities, and a high degree of total blindness. 902-455-6942; 1-866-696-7536; hospitality, service, and attention to detail. nsleo.com $ Hearing Accessible Canadian Paraplegic The property is accessible to persons JJJJJ Ultimate luxury, sophistication, and comfort with Association (Nova Scotia): with partial hearing loss to total hearing loss. extraordinary physical attributes, [email protected]; meticulous personalized service, 1-800-889-1889; thespine.ca Please visit accessadvisor.ca for extensive amenities, and impeccable more information and to view a list standards of excellence. of Access Advisor–verified locations NovaScotia.com or call 902-566-3501. 178178

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Western Light, Brier Island Visitor Information NovaScotia.com LISTING COMMUNITY 180180 INDEX While there are many communities in Nova Scotia, ONLY communities with Tourism products and services listed in

this guide are included in this index. ACCOMMODATIONS CAMPGROUNDS ATTRACTIONS GALLERIES, SHOPS, ARTISTS & ARTISANS CRAFT BEVERAGES & SPECIALTY FOODS RESTAURANTS OUTDOORS TRAILS TOURS ACCOMMODATIONS CAMPGROUNDS ATTRACTIONS GALLERIES, SHOPS, ARTISTS & ARTISANS CRAFT BEVERAGES & SPECIALTY FOODS RESTAURANTS OUTDOORS TRAILS TOURS Big Tancook Island L6 52 Birch Plain C16 141 142 A Birchtown O3 52 58 Aberdeen E14 152 Black Point K6 146 Advocate Harbour G5 90 93 96 101 106 106 Blandford L6 44 52 Albany Cross K4 87 103 Blockhouse L5 45 54 Albert Bridge E17 161 163 164 Blomidon H5 92 103 Allain’s Creek K3 85 Blue Rocks L6 53 56 59 Amherst F6 114 118 119 119 120 Boularderie D15 152 154 Amherst Point F6 106 Boutilier’s Point K6 44 58 Amherst Shore E7 114 117 Braeshore F10 115 117 120 121 Annapolis Royal K3 85 94 97 98 100 102 105 107 Bridgetown J3 86 91 102 107 Antigonish F11 116 117 119 120 120 121 122 Bridgewater L5 47 51 54 57 58 Arcadia N1 69 72 Brighton K2 84 97 Ardoise J6 92 103 Broad Cove D13 128 Argyle Sound O2 68 Brookfield H8 104 Arichat G14 159 161 162 Brooklyn (South Shore) N5 48 53 56 Arisaig F11 116 118 120 121 122 Brooklyn (Fundy) J6 92 103 Arlington H5 103 Brule F8 115 117 Ashdale J7 100 Burntcoat H7 89 Aspen H11 172 Aspy Bay A15 139 C Auld’s Cove F13 117 Caledonia L4 47 51 Avondale J6 99 Cambridge J5 94 104 Aylesford J4 91 94 97 103 Canaan J5 92 Canning H5 88 92 94 97 98 100 B Canso H14 171 172 174 174 Baddeck E15 136 142 143 143 144 145 Cap Le Moine C14 138 Baddeck Bay D15 137 Cape Breton Highlands National Park 141 142 145 Baddeck Inlet E14 136 141 Cape Forchu N1 70 71 Ballantyne’s Cove F12 119 121 122 Cape George F12 119 121 122 Balmoral Mills F8 118 121 Cape George Point F12 119 Bangor M1 70 Cape North A15 139 142 143 143 144 146 Barney’s River G11 118 Cape Sable Island P2 52 57 Barrachois F8 121 Cape Smokey B16 145 Barrington P3 49 52 57 Cape St. Mary’s M1 69 70 Barrington Passage P2 49 53 55 58 Caribou F10 117 Barton L2 96 Carleton N2 72 72 Bass River G7 97 104 Carroll’s Corner J8 174 Bay St. Lawrence A15 139 145 Catalone E17 161 Bay View K2 94 Central Grove L1 101 Bayfield F12 117 121 Centre L5 50 Bayhead F8 121 Centreville (Digby Neck) K2 84 97 Bayside L7 44 55 Centreville H5 87 98 103 Bayswater L6 50 52 55 Charlos Cove H13 171 Beach Meadows N5 56 Cherry Brook K8 27 Bear River K3 91 97 98 Chester L6 44 50 52 54 55 59 Beaver Bank K7 31 Chester Basin L6 49 53 56 Beaver Brook H8 104 106 Chéticamp B14 138 141 142 143 144 145 Beaver Mountain G11 121 Chimney Corner C14 128 Bedford K7 22 26 28 28 32 Church Point L1 69 70 71 72 72 Beinn Bhreagh D15 137 Churchover O3 49 Belle Côte C14 138 Clam Bay K9 170 Belliveau Cove L1 70 71 72 Clam Harbour K9 173 Ben Eoin E16 152 153 154 Clark’s Harbour P2 49 Berwick J4 87 97 100 Cleveland F13 159 Bible Hill G8 89 96 104 106 Clyde River O3 49 50 57 Big Baddeck D15 141 Clydesdale F11 116 Big Bras d’Or D16 152 153 145 Cogmagun J6 97 Big Farm D15 137 Coldbrook J5 91 103 Big Island F10 116 Cole Harbour K8 27 29 32 Big Lake L7 44

Community Index Colindale E13 127 Big Pond E15 164 Comeau’s Hill O1 72 NovaScotia.com

Boating on Northumberland Shore Franey Trail, Cape Breton Highlands National Park Estmere Englishtown D15 Enfield J7 Elmsdale J8 Elderbank J8 E14 Egerton G10 Economy G7 Eastern Passage K7 East ShipHarbourK9 Dunvegan Dundee F14 Dublin Shore Dover H14 Dominion D17 D13 Dingwall M5 A15 East RiverL6 East Port l’HébertO4 East Petpeswick J8 East MountainG8 Fort LawrenceE6 Forks BaddeckD15 Five IslandsG6 First SouthL5 Ferguson’s CoveL7 East MargareeD14 Digby K2 Denmark F8 Feltzen SouthM6 Delap’s CoveK3 Deerfield N1 Deep BrookK2 Debert G8 Dayton N1 East LawrencetownK8 East Lake Ainslie D14 East LaHaveM5 Falmouth J6 Fall RiverK7 East Ferry L1 East DalhousieK5 East ChesterL6 Earltown G8 E Dayspring L5 Dartmouth Darlings Lake N1 K7 D’Escousse D Culloden Crescent BeachM5 G14 Cow BayK8 Cottage CoveJ4 Cornwallis K3 K2 Cookville L5 Conquerall MillsL5 Conquerall BankL5 Comeauville L1 Fairmont F11 F East BayE16 Liscombe Lodge 141 116 152 140 170 159 22 22 90 22 90 46 22 84 46 85 68 47 89 22 87 44 22 68 85 85 47 47

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73 71 ACCOMMODATIONS 153 142 171 128 128 50 93 91 50 69 49 26 69 50 CAMPGROUNDS 118 118 128 118 96 27 94 51 96 27 28 94 ATTRACTIONS 172 143 129 97 GALLERIES, SHOPS, ARTISTS & ARTISANS 28 99 CRAFT BEVERAGES & SPECIALTY FOODS 100 120 29 29 29 3132 RESTAURANTS 145 173 173 153 174 163 101 173 104 144 104 104 173 129 103 173 103 30 31 55 57 73 55 56 56 56 OUTDOORS 105 105 174 105 122 154 122 57 57 57 TRAILS 146 106 107 106 33 32 59 TOURS Hunts Point N4 Huntington E16 Hunter’s MountainD14 French RoadE16 French RiverG10 Guysborough G13 Gunning CoveO3 Gulliver’s CoveK2 Gulf ShoreE7 Groves Point D16 Greenwood J4 Hubley K7 Greenwich H5 Freeport L1 Fraser MillsG12 Greenhill G9 Greenfield L4 Granville BeachK3 Grand RiverF15 Green OaksH8 Graywood K3 Granville Ferry K3 Granville CentreK3 Hubbards K6 Howie CentreE16 Hortonville H6 Hillgrove K2 Hilden Herring Head ofJeddoreK9 Cove Havre BoucherF13 Hatchet Lake L7 H8 Harbourview E13 L7 Hantsport J6 Hampton J3 Hammonds PlainsK7 Halifax Half IslandCoveH14 K7 H Gaspereau J6 G Fox RiverG5 Fox IslandH14 Fox HarbourF8 Hall’s HarbourH5 Grand PréH6 Grand Lake J7 Grand EtangC14 Grand DesertK8 Grafton Goshen Goldboro H12 Goffs J7 Glenwood O2 H5 Glenville E13 G11 Glenholme Glendyer Glendale F13 Glen MargaretL6 Glace BayD17 G7 Gilbert’s CoveL2 E13 136 159 171 114 159 170 117 171 114 138 170 171 128 128 160 48 49 84 88 86 86 86 44 22 22 88 44 88

ACCOMMODATIONS 161 117 118 171 50 91 49 91 93 26 92 26 91 93 49 CAMPGROUNDS 161 172 119 128 172 142 172 153 161 94 94 93 94 50 95 26 27 2829 95 26 93 ATTRACTIONS Argyle Street, Halifax

97 GALLERIES, SHOPS, ARTISTS & ARTISANS 172 129 98 99 99 98 99 CRAFT BEVERAGES & SPECIALTY FOODS 173 100 100 100 172 129 54 29 3132 RESTAURANTS 121 154 174 120 103 103 121 104 102 102 103 102 56 55 55 31 31 31 72 OUTDOORS 163 174 105 105 106 105 57 57 TRAILS 174 106 106 107 106 164 58 TOURS 181 NovaScotia.com Community Index 182182 ACCOMMODATIONS CAMPGROUNDS ATTRACTIONS GALLERIES, SHOPS, ARTISTS & ARTISANS CRAFT BEVERAGES & SPECIALTY FOODS RESTAURANTS OUTDOORS TRAILS TOURS ACCOMMODATIONS CAMPGROUNDS ATTRACTIONS GALLERIES, SHOPS, ARTISTS & ARTISANS CRAFT BEVERAGES & SPECIALTY FOODS RESTAURANTS OUTDOORS TRAILS TOURS

I Lorneville E7 114 120 Indian Brook C15 141 142 143 Louis Head O4 48 Indian Harbour L6 44 49 54 Louisbourg E17 159 161 161 163 Indian Point L6 45 Lower Argyle O2 68 71 Ingomar P3 49 Lower Barney’s River F10 117 Ingonish B16 140 142 143 143 146 Lower Economy G6 90 Ingonish Beach B16 140 144 145 146 Lower Five Islands G6 96 105 Ingonish Centre B16 140 Lower LaHave M6 46 Ingonish Ferry B16 140 144 Lower Onslow G8 104 Ingonish Harbour B16 142 Lower Sackville K7 22 26 31 32 Inverness D13 128 128 129 129 129 130 130 Lower Selma H7 95 104 Iona E15 153 154 Lower South River F12 117 117 Irish Cove F15 154 Lower Truro H8 89 95 104 Ironville D15 154 Lower West Pubnico O2 69 72 Lower Wolfville H6 88 98 J Lumsden Dam J5 103 Lunenburg L6 45 50 51 53 54 54 56 57 58 Janvrin Harbour G14 159 162 Lydgate O4 50 Jeddore Oyster Pond K9 172 Lyons Brook F9 117 119 Jersey Cove D15 142 Joggins F5 96 97 105 107 M Jordan Falls O3 58 Judique E13 127 128 129 130 Mabou E13 127 128 128 129 129 129 130 Juniper Mountain E16 159 Mabou Harbour E13 128 129 130 Mahone Bay L5 45 51 52 54 54 56 57 58 K Maitland (Fundy) H8 89 95 97 104 106 Maitland (South Shore) L5 51 Kejimkujik National Park & 50, 51, 56, 57, 107 Maitland Bridge L3 85 50 51, 94 56, 57, 107 National Historic Site 91 94 102 105 91 102 105 Kempt L4 47 Malagash Centre F8 114 119 Kempt Head E15 152 Malagash Mine F8 118 Kempt Shore H6 93 Malagash Point F8 121 Kemptville N2 68 Maplewood K5 51 Kentville J5 87 94 98 100 103 105 Margaree Centre D14 138 Keppoch Mountain G11 121 Margaree Forks D14 138 141 144 Kingsburg M6 46 53 Margaree Harbour C14 138 Kingston J4 87 91 103 Margaree Valley C14 137 142 143 L Margaretsville J4 87 97 Marie Joseph J11 173 LaHave M5 51 53 Markland J9 172 LaHave Islands M5 51 Marshville F8 115 121 Lake Charlotte K9 170 172 Martin’s Point L6 45 Lake George J4 103 Martin’s River L6 45 49 57 Lake Midway K2 101 Martinique G14 163 164 Lake Pleasant K4 103 Martock J6 103 Lansdowne G9 117 121 Masstown G8 96 100 Larry’s River H13 171 Mavillette M1 69 73 Lawrencetown J4 98 Meagher’s Grant J8 170 173 Lequille K3 86 Meat Cove A15 140 142 144 145 Linwood F12 118 Melbourne N1 69 Liscomb J11 170 Melmerby Beach F10 121 Liscomb Mills J11 170 173 173 174 Membertou D16 162 Little Bras d’Or D16 161 Merigomish F10 120 Little Brook L1 69 71 72 Mersey Point N5 48 53 Little Harbour F10 116 121 Meteghan M1 73 Little Narrows E14 152 Meteghan Centre M1 69 Little River L1 91 Meteghan River M1 69 Liverpool N5 48 51 53 54 55 56 57 58 Middle Country Harbour H12 171 173 Livingstone Cove F11 121 Middle Musquodoboit J8 172 173 Lochiel Lake H11 173 Middle New Cornwall L5 53 Lockeport O4 48 51 58 Middle River D14 136 141 Londonderry G7 104 Middle West Pubnico O2 68

Community Index Long Point F13 127 Middlefield L4 56 NovaScotia.com Old Town Lunenburg UNESCO World Heritage Site Peggy’s Point Lighthouse Plympton L2 Pleasant BayB14 Pine GroveL5 Pictou IslandF10 Pictou F10 Musquodoboit HarbourK8 Murphy CoveK9 Petite RivièreM5 North Shore North RiverBridgeD15 North RiverG8 North Grand PréH6 North EastMargareeD14 Noel H7 Nine MileRiverJ7 Newport LandingJ6 Newport CornerJ6 Newburne K5 New New Victoria D16 Waterford New RossK5 New MinasJ5 New HarrisD15 New HarbourH13 D17 Mount Uniacke J7 Petit EtangB14 New GlasgowG10 Mount PleasantK2 Morristown Moose RiverGoldMinesJ9 Moose RiverG6 Monks HeadF12 Molega F12 Mira E17 Minudie F6 Milton N4 Millbrook G8 L4 Peggy’s CoveL6 Nyanza E14 Northport E7 North Wallace North SydneyD16 F8 New GermanyL5 New EdinburghL2 Neil’s HarbourB16 N Mill CoveK6 Middleton J4 Parrsboro G6 Parker’s CoveJ3 Paradise P Oxford Orangedale E14 J4 Old BarnsH8 Oakfield K7 Oak HillL5 F7 O North Shore Yarmouth Waterfront (Cabot) (Northumberland) C15 F8 139 115 115 170 141 138 160 171 116 116 136 160 140 114 114 141 47 90 88 88 90 47 48 90 44 84 86 90 86 86 89 22

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ACCOMMODATIONS 142 171 142 141 153 93 93 50 91 93 91 50 CAMPGROUNDS 143 118 142 161 118 172 162 153 95 95 50 26 96 51 95 50 94 96 ATTRACTIONS 143 143 53 28 52 53 52 97 GALLERIES, SHOPS, ARTISTS & ARTISANS 119 100 120 143 54 54 54 98 CRAFT BEVERAGES & SPECIALTY FOODS 144 144 144 54 54 RESTAURANTS 101 121 173 145 144 104 103 103 121 121 163 104 120 163 105 56 56 31 56 31 OUTDOORS 122 174 122 105 106 32 57 TRAILS 145 174 146 146 106 106 145 59 32 58 TOURS Pugwash F7 Pubnico O2 Prospect L7 Porter’s Lake K8 Port Williams H5 Port ShorehamG13 Port Royal K3 Port MoutonN4 Port Medway M5 Port MaitlandN1 Port l’HébertO4 Port JoliN4 Port HoweE7 Port HoodE13 Port Hawkesbury G13 Saulnierville M1 Sandy CoveL1 Sambro CreekL7 Sambro Salt SpringsG9 Salmon RiverBridgeK9 L7 Port HastingsF13 Port GrevilleG5 Port GeorgeJ4 Port DufferinJ10 Salmon RiverM1 St. Peter’s F14 St. George’s ChannelF14 St. EspritF15 St. CroixCoveJ3 St. BernardL2 St. Ann’s D15 Riverside River Ryan D17 Port Bickerton H12 St. Alphonse M1 River JohnF9 River HebertF5 River DenysF14 Port BevisD15 Pondville G14 Sable RiverN4 S River BennetD15 Reserve MinesD17 Reid’s HillO3 R Queensport H13 Queensland K6 Q Pomquet F12 Point MichaudG15 Point CrossC14 Riverside Rossway K2 Ross Ferry D15 Rose BayM6 Rockland Roberta F14 O4 (Fundy) (Eastern Shore) H8 G13 114 170 127 159 170 127 170 152 152 159 141 171 137 160 117 138 152 55 59 68 52 44 48 48 84 22 86 69 86 48 44 46 48

ACCOMMODATIONS 128 153 161 172 50 CAMPGROUNDS 118 128 153 143 172 94 94 51 51 70 96 70 96 50 Cape d’OrCoastal Park ATTRACTIONS 119 162 129 143 119 143 143 119 70 53 70 71 96 GALLERIES, SHOPS, ARTISTS & ARTISANS 129 119 153 98 71 CRAFT BEVERAGES & SPECIALTY FOODS 100 129 162 153 71 71 RESTAURANTS 120 174 120 129 121 154 145 163 163 174 154 154 104 73 56 57 31 57 57 55 OUTDOORS 174 130 163 130 174 174 122 58 58 TRAILS 130 130 174 154 TOURS 183 NovaScotia.com Community Index 184184 ACCOMMODATIONS CAMPGROUNDS ATTRACTIONS GALLERIES, SHOPS, ARTISTS & ARTISANS CRAFT BEVERAGES & SPECIALTY FOODS RESTAURANTS OUTDOORS TRAILS TOURS ACCOMMODATIONS CAMPGROUNDS ATTRACTIONS GALLERIES, SHOPS, ARTISTS & ARTISANS CRAFT BEVERAGES & SPECIALTY FOODS RESTAURANTS OUTDOORS TRAILS TOURS Scots Bay H5 103 105 W Scotsburn F10 115 118 Wagmatcook E14 153 Seafoam F9 117 118 Wallace F8 114 118 120 120 Seaforth K8 172 Wallace Bay F8 122 Second Peninsula L6 45 56 Wallace Bridge F8 120 Selma H7 97 Wallbrook H6 99 100 Shag Harbour P2 52 Walton H6 93 95 Sheet Harbour J10 170 171 172 172 172 Waterside F9 115 121 Sheffield Mills H5 98 Waverley K7 26 Shelburne O3 49 52 53 54 55 57 59 Wedgeport O2 68 69 70 72 72 Sherbrooke H11 170 171 172 173 Wentworth F7 114 120 Sherwood K6 45 56 West Advocate G5 90 93 105 106 Shinimicas E7 120 West Berlin N5 48 Shubenacadie J8 95 104 West Chezzetcook K8 172 Shubenacadie East J8 95 West Green Harbour O3 49 Smith’s Cove K2 85 91 94 98 West LaHave M5 53 Sober Island K10 174 West Lake Ainslie E13 128 Somerset H5 87 98 West Middle Sable O4 48 50 South Alton J5 92 West Paradise J4 102 South Brookfield L4 56 West Porter’s Lake K8 170 171 173 South Farmington J4 105 West Pubnico O2 69 72 South Harbour A15 140 142 West Quoddy J10 170 South Haven D15 141 West Springhill K3 86 91 102 South Maitland H8 95 104 106 Western Shore L6 45 54 56 58 South Milford K3 86 Westmount D16 163 South Rawdon J7 92 Westphal K8 31 South Side Boularderie D15 152 Westport M1 84 106 South Side Whycocomagh Bay E14 152 Westville G9 118 121 122 Spencer’s Island G5 93 Weymouth L2 84 93 Springhill F6 96 Weymouth Mills L2 101 106 Spry Bay J10 171 173 Weymouth North L2 84 Stanley J7 103 Whale Cove L1 84 91 Stanley Section L5 53 White Point N4 48 55 56 58 Ste-Anne-du-Ruisseau N2 68 69 72 White’s Lake L7 58 Stellarton G10 116 118 120 Whycocomagh E14 152 153 153 154 Stewiacke H8 89 95 100 104 Wilmot J4 86 91 Stewiacke East H8 104 Windsor J6 89 92 95 99 101 Stillwater H11 171 Windsor Forks J6 99 Stormont H12 174 Wolfville H5 88 95 97 98 100 107 Sugarloaf A15 144 Woods Harbour P2 58 Summerville H6 89 101 Woodvale N1 69 Summerville Centre N4 48 55 57 Woodville H5 106 Surette’s Island O2 68 Wreck Cove C16 141 145 Sydney D16 160 162 162 162 162 163 164 Wyse’s Corner J8 171 173 Sydney Forks E16 160 Sydney Mines D16 162 163 Y T Yarmouth N1 68 70 70 71 71 72 72 72 Young’s Cove J3 102 Tangier K10 170 173 174 Tantallon K7 55 33 Tarbot D15 141 143 THE OFFICIAL NOVA SCOTIA

Tatamagouche F8 115 118 119 119 120 121 122 DOERS & DREAMERS GUIDE, 2020 EDITION Terence Bay L7 50 Three Fathom Harbour K8 170 173 174 190,000 copies printed. Contributing Photographers: Tidnish Bridge E6 119 Published in Nova Scotia, Canada. Acorn Art Photography/Adam Cornick, Communications Nova Scotia, Dale Wilson, Tidnish Cross Roads E6 114 120 The guide is produced under the authority Timberlea K7 22 31 32 Dean Casavechia, Destination Canada, of Tourism Nova Scotia, for free distribution Destination Cape Breton, Discover Halifax, Tiverton L1 93 105 106 worldwide. No part of this publication may be Flitelab, Fox Harb’r Resort, Toney River F9 115 reproduced without written consent of Tourism Gran Fondo Baie Sainte-Marie, Tor Bay H13 174 Nova Scotia. Trenton F10 121 122 Grand-Pré National Historic Site, James Ingram, 2020 Production Credits Jamie Robertson, Parks Canada, Patrick Rojo,

Community Index Troy F13 127 130 Truro G8 89 95 97 100 101 104 105 Project Manager: Meaghan Giffin Proptonics, Scott Munn, Skyline Studio, Tupperville J3 94 Editor: Robbie Beaver Taste of Nova Scotia, Tom Cochrane, Tusket N2 69 71 71 72 72 Graphic Design: Metro Guide Publishing Yarmouth & Acadian Shores Tourism Association U Printed in Canada by TC Transcontinental Printing Upper Branch L5 58 Upper Clements K3 85 91 102 Upper Economy G7 90 96 100 Upper Fox Island H14 171 Upper Granville J3 86 102 Upper Lakeville K9 170 171 173 Upper Malagash F8 119 Upper Nappan F6 93 Upper Ohio N3 49 Upper Sackville K7 26 Upper Tantallon K7 53 55 Urbania H8 89 93 104 106 V Vaughan J6 103 Villagedale P3 57 NovaScotia.com Bayswater Beach