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Eastern Shore

Surfing at Lawrencetown Beach

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An outdoor enthusiast’s paradise

Stretching from the edges of the Halifax Metro region to the Canso Causeway, Nova Scotia’s Eastern Shore is a place where historically themed attractions, outdoor

activities, comforting cuisine, and a natural paradise come together to create a one-of-a-kind travel experience.

Outdoor enthusiasts will love this region. From Martinique Beach, Nova Scotia’s longest sandy beach, to Lawrencetown Beach, a popular year-round hot spot for surfing, this is the perfect destination for swimming, surfing, sea kayaking, or taking part in the annual sandcastle competition at Clam Harbour Beach Provincial Park (see page 324). The seaside setting is home to numerous bird species, including eider ducks, great blue herons, Atlantic puffins, plovers, and sand-pipers, making it a must-visit destination for birding enthu-siasts. Hikers and cyclists will find numerous multi-use and wilderness trails to enjoy.

Step into Nova Scotia’s past at one of the region’s living-history museums—the enduring, authentic late-1800s setting of Sherbrooke Village, or Memory Lane Heritage Village’s depic-tion of the province’s rural industries in the 1940s, including gold mining. See how a fisherman supported a family of fif-teen in the tiny homestead that is now the Fisherman’s Life Museum in Oyster Pond (see page 321).

The Eastern Shore is the ideal getaway for people looking to escape the urban way.

Hope for Wildlife, SeaforthThe Hope for Wildlife Society gives injured and orphaned wildlife in Nova Scotia a second chance. The non-profit char-ity provides food, medical care, and shelter for about 1,500 injured and orphaned animals each year. The site offers tours and houses a small interpretive centre and observation tower (see page 321).

Acadian House Museum, West ChezzetcookThis charming, community-operated museum celebrates the history of the Acadian families who settled in this area in the 1850s. The museum also houses La Cuisine de Brigitte tea room, specializing in homemade soups, sandwiches, and scrumptious homemade desserts (see page 321).

Unexpected Discoveries

Dunes at Stoney Beach

Cycling along Guysborough Waterfront

Clam Harbour Sandcastle Competition

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Atlantic Ocean

Meagher’sGrant

Musquodoboit Harbour

WestChezzetcook

MiddleMusquodoboit

Upper Musquodoboit

Sherbrooke

Isaac’s Harbour

Country Harbour Crossroads

Goshen

Mulgrave

Guysborough

LiscombMills

Dartmouth

Sheet Harbour

Auld’sCove

Canso

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Canso IslandsNational

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Canso Museum:Whitman House

Old Court House

BoylstonPark

Sherbrooke VillageMuseum

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TaylorHead ParkClam Harbour

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MartiniqueBeachRainbow

Haven Beach

Fisherman’sCove

ShearwaterAviationMuseum

Moose RiverGold Mines

DollarLake Park

MusquodoboitRailway Museum

Fisherman’s Life Museum

LawrencetownBeach Park

Tor Bay Park

Port Shoreham Park

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Not-To-Be-Missed ExperiencesThe Eastern Shore is marked by the wildness of its coastline, a way of life that recalls days gone by, and the resilience of its people. The attractions below offer visitors the classic Eastern Shore experience.

Hike to Gibraltar RockMusquodoboit Trailways SystemThe Gibraltar Rock look-off is a granite peak that offers an exceptional view of the Musquodoboit River winding through the moss-covered gorge below. The 1.5-kilometre Gibraltar Loop off the Musquodoboit Trailways system presents a short, steep climb to the look-off (see page 325).

Step into the life of a fishermanFisherman’s Life Museum, Jeddore Oyster PondEnjoy a freshly baked molasses cookie while listen-ing to stories about the land, the sea, and the life people led on the Eastern Shore in the early 1900s. This tiny homestead was once home to a family of fifteen (see page 321).

Dine at the CookhouseMemory Lane Heritage Village, Lake CharlotteSixteen restored buildings offer visitors a nostalgic look at rural Nova Scotia in the 1940s. Be sure to enjoy a traditional cookhouse lunch, complete with homemade brown bread and molasses (see page 321).

Kayak around coastal islands and inletsCoastal Adventures, TangierThe best way to see this rugged shore is from the water, and located in the sheltered Tangier Harbour is Coastal Adventures. Experienced guides love to show our fascinating inlets and islands of the Bay of Islands, a largely undisturbed coastal wilderness area (see page 342).

Hike coastal trailsTaylor Head Provincial ParkLocated on a rugged, wind-swept peninsula that juts 6 kilometres into the Atlantic Ocean, Taylor Head Provincial Park is a “must-do” for the nature and bird lover. The park’s walking and hiking trails provide access to a variety of natural habitats, extensive granite out-croppings, scenic look-offs, and a large white sand beach. With its wooded areas and 16 kilometres of coastline, Taylor Head is a haven for wildlife and a variety of breeding and migrating bird species, including Arctic tern, Leach’s petrel, common eider, and Canada goose (see page 324). The Friends of Taylor Head, a local non-profit society, offers a num-ber of guided walks and nature talks at Taylor Head Provincial Park (see page 346).

Live life 1800s-styleSherbrooke Village, SherbrookeVisit this vibrant museum village with 25 authentic buildings and welcoming costumed interpreters depicting life in the late 1800s. Become a villager for a day or two, trying your hand at churning home-made butter, sampling some home-baked goodies hot out of their wood-fired oven, or taking part in one of the Hands on History programs, such as Five Hour Forge—Blacksmith Workshop (see page 321).

Explore Grassy IslandCanso Islands National Historic Site, CansoTake a short boat trip to Grassy Island, a once-thriving community of fishermen and merchants that became a casualty of the Anglo-French rivalry for North America (see page 322).Eastern Shore

Sherbrooke Village (see page 321)

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Back To NatureDiscover this region through our Places In Between video series at NovaScotia.com/BackToNature.

Watch this video and many more atNovaScotia.com/PlacesInBetween

Taste of Nova ScotiaThe Eastern Shore is known for its pristine cold waters, which produce some of the finest seafood the province has to offer. Lobsters, mussels, oysters, clams, and a variety of fish can be found in local restaurants or pur-

chased fresh from the many family-run fish plants along the shore.

Learn how mussels are grown and harvested at AquaPrime Mussel Ranch, then take home a pound or two for supper. While you’re there, be sure to pick up a dozen or so Sober Island Oysters. Both local deli-cacies are best enjoyed steamed.

If you prefer, let the professionals prepare your meal. The award-winning DesBarres Manor Inn uses just-picked ingredients from their gardens, along with foods from an extensive network of local farmers and fishers, to create seasonally inspired menus. Nature lovers will enjoy the relaxed atmosphere at the Liscombe Lodge Resort & Conference Centre over-looking the beautiful Liscomb River.

When picking up ingredients for the perfect picnic, don’t miss J. Willy Krauch & Sons, which offers some of the finest smoked fish products. Creamed honeys and chutneys from Cornect Family Farm, which are available from local retailers, make delicious spreads and fantastic sou-venirs! For other tasty gift ideas pick up a bag of locally roasted Full Steam Coffee or a few bottles of Rare Bird Craft Beer.

For information about the Nova Scotia Chowder Trail and authentic Nova Scotia culinary experiences, pick up the Taste of Nova Scotia Culinary Adventure Guide or visit tasteofnovascotia.com.

Glad-You-Stopped Farmers’ Markets Fill your shopping basket with locally grown vegetables, berries, meats, specialty foods, crafts, and gift items.

Musquodoboit Harbour Farmers’ MarketBingo Hall, Eastern Shore Community Centre, 67 Park RoadSunday 9am–1pm, June to October

Guysborough MarketJost Building, Guysborough WaterfrontSaturday 9am–noon, July and August

The Bicentennial Theatre and Cultural Centre in Middle Musquodoboit has a rich and varied history. Constructed in 1928 as a meeting hall for the “Odd Fellows,” an altruistic society, it contained a 350-seat theatre, a dressing room cleverly built between the two upper levels, a bowling alley, and a dining hall.

After a brief period of disrepair, the building was restored to its former glory and reopened in 1985. Today, this beautifully restored theatre plays host to a variety of entertainment from local theatre and well-known Maritime musicians to an annual fiddle competition each September. bicentennialtheatre.ca

Did you know?

Cedar planked salmon at Liscombe Lodge (see page 323)

Memory Lane Heritage Village (see page 321)

Skipping Stone Café, Guysborough

Fresh market vegetables

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Capture a MomentThe Eastern Shore’s rugged coastal beauty offers fan-tastic opportunities for photos that may soon grace the walls of your home.

Seaforth, off Highway 207Photo opportunities await you around every turn of this wind-ing coastal highway, and this small seaside community with its sandy cliffs and coastal farms is no exception. Climb the tower at the Hope for Wildlife Sanctuary for a bird’s-eye view of the stunning coastline.

The Hummingbird Sculpture, Middle MusquodoboitThe pride and joy of this friendly rural area is its giant humming-bird sculpture, the largest of its kind in North America, created by local artist Roberta Annand just before her death in 2014. Fellow bird lovers will delight in posing for a photo in front of the colour-ful sculpture and its lovingly tended garden.

Memory Lane Heritage Village, Lake CharlottePhotographers seeking a vintage-style backdrop will delight in the 1940s setting of this quaint museum village. Strike a pose beside the antique truck or among the beautifully restored barns and buildings.

McDonald Brothers’ Sawmill, SherbrookeThe St. Mary’s River cranks the water wheel at this heritage saw-mill, powering the up-and-down mill saws that turn huge logs into rough-hewn lumber, just as they did in the early 1900s.

Ambrotype Studio, SherbrookeGet dressed up in period clothing and have your picture taken in Canada’s only ambrotype glass photo studio, located in Sherbrooke Village.

Port Bickerton Lighthouse, Port BickertonClimb the light tower for a wonderful view of the wind-whipped coast, the sandy beach, and the community of Port Bickerton.

Queensport Lighthouse, QueensportPerched on tiny Rook Island in Chedabucto Bay, the lighthouse’s crisp white clapboard and red tower have offered a beacon to vessels entering Queensport Harbour since 1882.

Old Courthouse Museum, GuysboroughDon a judge’s wig and robe and pose on the judge’s bench inside this 130-year-old courthouse, which houses a visitor infor-mation centre and artifacts depicting the history of the shiretown of Guysborough and nearby Chedabucto Bay.

McDonald Bros. Sawmill at Sherbrooke Village

Port Bickerton Lighthouse

All-Weather FunTake cover from any coastal weather on the Eastern Shore at these sheltered attractions. A full listing of museums and attractions starts on page 321.

St. Mary’s River Salmon Museum, Sherbrooke Check out the collection of heritage fishing artifacts, memorabilia of famous visitors such as Babe Ruth, and exhibits on efforts to protect the fabled Atlantic salmon (see page 322).

Port Bickerton Lighthouse Interpretive CentreLocated inside the lighthouse keeper’s house, the interpretive centre celebrates the important role the lighthouse keepers played in guid-ing fishing boats to safety (see page 322).

Canso Museum: Whitman House, Canso This is the home of what’s believed to be the oldest preserves in Nova Scotia—a bottle of pickles found on a ship that sank in 1885. The history of Canso, which was the gateway to the mainland from Cape Breton Island, is illustrated here. Be sure to venture up the widow’s walk for a bird’s-eye view of the harbour (see page 322).

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Got-To-Be-There Festivals and Events Visit the events page at novascotia.com to find out what exciting events are happening on the Eastern Shore during your visit, or take our suggestions below. Confirm dates at novascotia.com before finalizing your plans, since specific event information may change from time of printing.

Community CeilidhGuysborough Waterfront Wednesday evenings at 6:30 pm, July and August

Eastern Shore Cold Waters Seafood FestivalJune 6–7, Memory Lane Heritage VillageThe cold clear waters of the Eastern Shore yield some of the best seafood in Nova Scotia. Sample some of the freshest lobster, mussels, oysters, clams, and smoked fish along with traditional delicacies such as Solomon Gundy and fishcakes, while meeting local fishers and sea farmers. This family-friendly festival also includes activities such as paint-your-own-buoy, dory rides, lobster trap building, live music, and a touch tank.

Stan Rogers Folk FestivalJuly 3–5, CansoEach year, over 12,000 music fans descend on this beautiful seaside community for a whirlwind week-end of more than 100 concerts—encompassing folk, country, jazz, blues, rock, and bluegrass— on seven outdoor stages. stanfest.com

Time Traveller’s ReunionJuly 18–19, SherbrookeExplore Steampunk with a Victorian garden party, a fashion show with prizes, workshops, dinner, and entertainment. Enjoy the great company of the Jules Verne Phantastical Society as you discover science fiction and historic fact. Dress up a little or a lot; it’s your adventure.

Festival SavaletteAugust 6–9, Larry’s RiverCelebrate the history and hospitality of Capitaine Savalette, a pioneer of the Eastern Shore’s “dry” fish-ery—when fish were caught, split, cleaned, salted, and then left out to dry on the shore before being sold. Capitaine Savalette once hosted such well-known visitors as Samuel de Champlain and Marc Lescarbot.

Clam Harbour Sandcastle CompetitionAugust 16, Clam Harbour Beach Provincial ParkThousands of sightseers and scores of artists sculpt incredibly elaborate castles, dragons, and other fanciful designs as sand, sea, and sun unite. halifax.ca/sandcastle

Sherbrooke Village Photography WorkshopAugust 17–20, Sherbrooke VillageWith the beautiful St. Mary’s River as your backdrop and the gingerbread-trimmed historic architecture and costumed interpreters as your models, Sherbrooke Village offers a wealth of photo graphy opportunities.

21st Annual Sherbrooke Show & ShineSeptember 12–13, SherbrookeCheck out the region’s best antique and custom vehicles. With over 200 cars on display last year, this year’s event is sure to be a hit with every car enthusiast.sherbrookeshowandshine.blogspot.com

Sherbrooke Village Old-Fashioned ChristmasNovember 27–29 & December 5–6, SherbrookeCelebrate the Christmas season at Sherbrooke Village, featuring opening-night tree lighting and festivities, family entertainment, craft workshops and sales, concerts, festive dining, and a Victorian tea.

Festival of Trees & Christmas Craft SaleDecember 4–6, Middle MusquodoboitGet in the holiday spirit at this display of beautifully decorated Christmas trees that draws hundreds of visitors each December. Added bonus: Find a unique handcrafted gift for someone special on your list.

Stan Rogers Folk Fest

Sherbrooke Village Old-Fashioned Christmas

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Outdoor AdventuresThe Eastern Shore offers explorers an array of off-the-beaten-path adventures for every fitness level. A complete listing of Eastern Shore’s outdoor opportunities starts on page 323.

Surfing at Lawrencetown BeachFor a true something-to-write-home-about experi-ence, sign up for a surfing lesson near Lawrencetown Beach Provincial Park. These well-established surfing schools have everything you need for your saltwater adventure—wetsuits, boards, and lots of patience. By sundown, they’ll have you feeling the thrill of catch-ing your first wave (see page 323).

Beachcombing and birding at Martinique BeachSearch for beach glass and sand dollars on Nova Scotia’s longest beach, a white-sand crescent that stretches flat and wide for five kilometres, with sea-birds soaring on the ocean breezes above the dunes. This is also a protected area for the endangered Piping Plover (see page 324).

Swimming at Clam Harbour Beach Provincial ParkThe smooth sand and warm tidal stream invite kids of all ages to splash and swim for hours. The rocky coast at the edge of the beach can be explored by way of a nature trail, which runs along other smaller sandy beaches. The site also offers an interpretive display, washroom and change room facilities, and a picnic area (see page 324).

Cycling the Musquodoboit Harbour TrailwayThe former Canadian National Rail line has been converted to a 14.5-kilometre woodland hiking and biking trail. This flat, gravel-covered route offers a lei-surely pedal through hardwood stands, past granite ridges, and alongside picturesque waterways with picnic facilities (see page 325).

Going musselingJoin Captain Murphy aboard his traditional Cape Island boat for the mussel harvesting adventure, Blueberries of the Sea. Weaving along the coast, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the rugged coastline and sea-birds on your way to the mussel grounds. Bring your rubber boots or sandals and wade out into the shal-lows to harvest the mussels. A culinary tour wouldn’t be complete without a sampling of your bounty— seafood just can’t get any fresher! (see page 340)

Surfing at Lawrencetown Beach

Martinique Beach

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Kayaking with Coastal Adventures

Liscombe Lodge hiking

Cycling on Eastern Shore

“The Bay of Islands,” as it was coined by Samuel de Champlain in 1607, is an archipelago of 100 coastal islands stretching from Clam Harbour to Liscomb. Due to the largely undisturbed nature of these islands and the diversity of ecosystems, this area was recently recognized by the Nova Scotia Nature Trust as a “coastal wilderness of ecological significance unmatched in North America.” Easily accessible by a guided sea kayak tour with Coastal Adventures (see page 342), these islands offer visitors pristine white sand beaches, sheltered coves, dramatic windswept headlands, and unique boreal forests, bogs, and barrens, as well as a rich diversity of seabirds, songbirds, and shorebirds. 100wildislands.ca

Did you know?

Hiking along the Liscomb RiverPut on your sneakers, grab your camera, and head to the Liscomb River Trail System. Over 20 kilo metres of inland and coastal trails, featuring waterfalls, a fish ladder, and a swinging bridge, will keep you busy for a couple of hours or the whole day (see page 325). Access the trail system at Liscombe Lodge Resort & Conference Centre.

Kayaking our coastThe experienced guides at Coastal Adventures in Tangier will lead you to many coastal reefs and islands along the Eastern Shore. For a truly unique paddle, be sure to ask about the Canso Barrens. Located in one of the most remote and least travelled areas of Nova Scotia, the Canso Barrens area features a rug-ged coast of white granite bedrock, glacial erratics, and numerous rock islands, hidden coves, and nar-row shallow passageways (see page 342).

Strolling the historic Guysborough WaterfrontThis self-guided walking tour of Guysborough’s historic waterfront will lead you past a number of her-itage 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.

Eastern Shore

Listings Index/Accommodations

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317Eastern Shore ListingsTouring Distances along Scenic Route (approximate)Dartmouth to Musquodoboit Harbour: 43 kmMusquodoboit Harbour to Sheet Harbour: 78 kmSheet Harbour to Sherbrooke: 85 km

Visitor Information CentresCanso H14, 1297 Union Street, 902-366-2170Guysborough G13, 106 Church Street, 902-533-4008v Halifax Waterfront K7, 902-424-4248 (open year-round)Middle Musquodoboit J8, 12390 Highway 224, 902-384-2006Musquodoboit Harbour K8, 7895 Highway 7, 902-889-2689Mulgrave F13, 55 Loggie Street, 902-747-2788Sheet Harbour J10, 22404 Highway 7, 902-885-2595Sherbrooke H11, 42 Main Street, 902-522-2400, 888-743-7845

Most Visitor Information Centres are open mid-May to mid-October (subject to change). Call the above numbers or 1-800-565-0000.v Provincial Visitor Information Centrewww.threeshoresnovascotia.com

Sherbrooke to Canso: 120 kmCanso to Guysborough: 46 kmGuysborough to Auld’s Cove: 64 km

Listings Index

Communities are listed in order as foundwhen travelling through the region onthe Scenic Travelways roads. Each shaded area defines places withinapprox 20 km of the indicated centre.

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West Jeddore K9 * 318Head of Jeddore K9 7 318Salmon River Bridge K9 7 318Jeddore Oyster Pond K9 7 321 322

Lake Charlotte K9 7 321Clam Bay K9 * 318Clam Harbour K9 * 324Upper Lakeville K9 * 318 320 324East Ship Harbour K9 7 322Murphy Cove K9 7 320Tangier K10 7 318 324

Sheet Harbour & Area 319 320 321 323 324Spry Bay J10 7 320 324Sheet Harbour J10 7 319 320 321 323Port Dufferin J10 7 319West Quoddy J10 7 319

Liscomb J11 7 319Liscomb Mills J11 7 319 323 324 325Goldenville H11 7 321Sherbrooke H11 7 319 320 321 324Stillwater H11 7 320Aspen H11 7 322Lochiel Lake H11 7 324Port Bickerton H12 211 319 322 325Isaac’s Harbour H12 * 319Country Harbour H12 316 321 324 325Goldboro H12 316 322New Harbour H13 316 319Tor Bay H13 * 324Larry’s River H13 316 324Charlos Cove H13 316 319Whitehead H14 * 319Fox Island H14 16 320 321Upper Fox Island H14 16 320Half Island Cove H14 16 322Little Dover H14 * 324Canso H14 16 320 321 322 324 325Queensport H13 16 324 325

Guysborough & Area 320 321 322 323 325 326Halfway Cove H13 16 322Guysborough G13 16 320 322 323 325 326Boylston G13 16 321 325Port Shoreham G13 344 325

Mulgrave G13 344 322 325

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East Law- 3 Moonlight Beach Suites }Kcccc $139–299 • E • W < *rencetown 902-827-2712 • [email protected] • www.moonlightbeachsuites.com

2 Wyndenfog Lane. Tourist Home: 3 romantic beachfront units (Q): 4-pc bath (whirlpool or steambath), sofabed (D) in sit-ting area, fireplace, deck, private entry. Luxurious yet casual. Hot tub, pool table. Rates STC; $900–1950 weekly. Year-round.

AccommodationsAll properties listed have been licensed by the Province of Nova Scotia and approved by at least one of three recognized quali-ty programs (Canada Select, NS Approved, CAA/AAA) to ensure that they are clean and comfortable. Codes for the types ofbeds available are given in parentheses after the number of units. For a key to other codes and symbols, see p. 3.

Please note:– the amenities indicated in the grid may not apply to all units –GPS coordinates may not be exact–most rates are shown as daily rates; many properties offer –most properties do not allow smoking indoorsdiscounts for longer stays

IN THE GRID:Rates are given for one or two people in peak season. Tax will be added to these ratesunless “no tax” is indicated. Please note that not all properties accept credit cards.

Bathrooms available are identified as Private (P), Ensuite (E), and/or Shared (S).

CXL Policy: * means that the cancellation policy varies with the type of booking. Confirm details with the operator when making a reservation.

Internet Access: Wired (@) or Wi-Fi (W)

Pool: Indoor (I) or Outdoor (O)

Cow Bay K8 * 323East Lawrencetown K8 207 317 322 323 325Three Fathom Harbour K8 207 318 323Seaforth K8 207 321Grand Desert K8 207 318West Chezzetcook K8 207 321 322Porter’s Lake K8 ** 318 320 323 325

Musquodoboit Valley Area 318 320 321 323Meagher’s Grant J8 357 318 323Wyse Corner J8 212 320 323Elderbank J8 357 323Carroll’s Corner J8 277 325Middle Musquodoboit J8 224 318 321 323Moose River Gold Mines J9 * 321 323Markland J9 * 321Mill Lake H9 224 318

Musquodoboit Harbour & Area 318 321 322 323 325Musquodoboit Harbour K8 7 318 321 325East Petpeswick J8 * 323

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Beach Niche p. $100–130 • P • W • *902-827-4011; 902-499-1946; 902-497-0811 • [email protected] • www.beachniche.ca no taxBetty & Murray Houghton. 5 Wyndenfog Lane. B&B: 2-bdrm apt (Q,D,pullout; sleeps 6), 2-pc & 3-pc (S) baths, living room,pvt entrance; and 1 suite (Q,futon), 3-pc bath (S). Light breakfast 7:30–9am. Pet policy. Rates STC. Year-round.

Three Coastal Waters Accommodations qfKcccc/ccccd. $125–145 • E,P • W • *Fathom 902-827-4223 • [email protected] • www.coastalwatersaccommodations.com XP $20Harbour 16 Emerald Dr. Apt., B&B: 1 two-bdrm H unit (with sofa-bed, pvt entry) & 2 rooms (Q,D): all with 4-pc bath, sitting area,

DVD, fridge or mini-fridge. Full breakfast. Lakefront property; screened gazebo. Rates STC. Year-round.

Grand Changing Tides Bed & Breakfast qcccc $100–130 E W 48-hrDesert 902-827-5134 • [email protected] • www.changingtides.ca XP $15

Pam & Brian Leonard. 6627 Hwy 207. GPS 44.69336, -63.25560. B&B: 2 spacious rooms (Q), 4-pc bath. Full breakfast.Fireplace in lounge; sunroom, covered porch, decks overlooking the ocean. Rates STC; weekly, monthly & O/S rates. Year-round.

Porter’s The IN House, Musical Bed & Breakfast and Gallery Aq. $95–115 P W 72-hrLake 902-827-2532 • [email protected] no tax

Arthur & June Zilkowsky. 5315 Hwy 7. B&B: 1 room (D), 4-pc bath. Light or full breakfast. 3 common rooms, CBTV, exerciseequipment; boutique; reiki (fee). Live music. Some French spoken. Rates GTD; cot $15–30; reservation required. Year-round.

Musquodoboit Valley AreaMeagher's Grant, Middle Musquodoboit, Mill Lake

Meagher’s River Oaks Country Lodge qGcccd. $75–85 • E • W < O 12-hrGrant 902-384-3033 • fax 902-384-3202 • [email protected] • www.riveroaksgolfclub.ca/lodge.htm XP $15

Kevin Kerr. 3856 Meagher’s Grant Rd. Motel: 8 A/C units (D; 4 H; deluxe suite with whirlpool; some no-smoking): 4-pcbath; cot available. Patio deck. Breakfast & licensed dining room at golf club. Rates GTD; suite $105. May 15–Oct 15.

Middle Gowan Brae Bed & Breakfast qccc. $70–90 • S • W *Musquo- 902-384-2525 • [email protected] • www.stayatgowanbrae.comdoboit Barbara & Richard Dean. 372 Archibald Brook Rd. GPS 45.03565, -63.14787. B&B: 2 rooms (D) with sitting areas; shared

3-pc bath (S). Full breakfast. Spacious home (c 1830s) next to dairy farm; sunroom, patio. Rates STC; O/S rates. Year-round.

Mill Lake Mill Lake Getaway pfKLcccc. $1300w E,P • W • 4-wk902-482-8187 • [email protected] • www.milllakegetaway.com296 Lakewood Dr. GPS 45.13059, -62.91465. Cottage: 4-bdrm cottage (Q,D,S), 3 baths (3- & 4-pc, 1 with whirlpool),free Wi-Fi, washer, dryer, deck, BBQ. Lake swimming, fishing. Rates STC; O/S rates. Year-round; O/S by reservation.

Musquodoboit Harbour & Area (up to 20 km radius)Head of Jeddore, Musquodoboit Harbour, Salmon River Bridge, West Jeddore

Musquo- Old Riverside Lodge B & B q,cccc $95–130 P • W 48-hrdoboit 902-889-3464 • 877-859-3674 • [email protected] • www.oldriversidelodgebnb.comHarbour Alfred & Connie Ellis. 98 Riverside Ave. GPS 44.78928, -63.13988. B&B: 3 large rooms (Q,D,pullout) with 3-pc bath (S);

cot available. Full breakfast. Access to river, sea kayaking; trail nearby. Rates STC. May 1–Oct 31; O/S by reservation.

West Serenity by the Sea Guest House & Cottages qcccd $100 • P • W 24-hrJeddore 902-889-2857 • [email protected]

Robert & Ena Kemp. 1664 West Jeddore Rd. GPS 44.72618, -63.01504. Cottage: 3 cottages (D,T; 1- & 2-bdrm), 3-pc (S) or4-pc bath. Wharf, BBQ, firepit, horseshoes. Hiking and boating nearby. Rates STC; reservations required. May 15–Oct 31.

Head of Jeddore Lodge & Cabins p. $80–125 E,P,S • • O • 48-hrJeddore 902-889-3030 • 888-889-3030 • [email protected] • www.jeddorelodge.com XP $10

Brad & Star Porter. 9855 Hwy 7. B&B, Cabin: 3 rooms (Q,D), 1 ensuite 3-pc (S) & 1 shared 4-pc bath, TV; full breakfast. 10cabins (Q,D; 1- & 2-bdrm; 6 H): 3-pc bath (S), veranda. Fireplace in 2 units. Licensed dining. Rates STC; F(11). May 1–Oct 31.

Salmon Salmon River Country Inn q{cccd $95–130 • E • W • • 48-hrRiver 902-889-2233; 902-845-2178 • [email protected] • salmonrivercountryinn.caBridge 9931 Hwy 7. Inn: 7 rooms (K,Q,D,T), 3-pc (S) or 4-pc bath (some whirlpool). Waterside inn (c 1855); restaurant, wharf,

canoes. French, German spoken. Rates STC; packages; deposit required. May 1–Nov 15; O/S by reservation.END OF MUSQUODOBOIT HARBOUR AREA

Clam Bay Moments Oceanside Getaway Aqccccc $1275–1995w P W • 1-wk902-229-2168 • [email protected] & Holly Newton. 23 Pebblebeach Lane. GPS 44.72879, -62.91744. Vac. Home: 1 A/C 3-bdrm beachfront home (Q,D,T),4-pc bath (steam shower), fireplace, massage chair, sauna, washer, dryer. Luxury getaway. Rates STC. Year-round.

Upper Webber’s Lakeside Cottage p{}fccc. $875w • P W • 48-hrLakeville tel/fax 902-845-2340 • 800-589-2282 • [email protected] • www.webberslakesideresort.com

738 Upper Lakeville Rd. GPS 44.79768, -62.96127. Cottage: 2-bdrm cottage (Q,D,sofa-bed), 3-pc bath (S). Lake swim-ming, dock, canoes, pedal boats, kayaks. Rates GTD; XP $10/day; reservations recommended. May 9–Oct 9.

Tangier Paddler’s Retreat B&B Ap,}. $50–85 • E,S W 24-hrtel/fax 902-772-2774 • 877-404-2774 • www.coastaladventures.com XP $10Scott Cunningham & Gayle Wilson. 84 Mason’s Point Rd. B&B: 4 rooms (Q,D,S), 1 ensuite 3-pc (S) & 1 shared 4-pc bath.Full breakfast. Oceanview home (c 1860); hot tub. Kayaking, swimming. Rates GTD. Jun 15–Oct 15; O/S by reservation.

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Sheet Anke’s Bed & Breakfast p,. $80–90 • E • W • 48-hrHarbour tel/fax 902-885-2172 • [email protected] • ankesbb.com/page.001e.php XP $8

Anke Beichmanis. 22864 Hwy 7. GPS 44.91952, -62.52172. B&B: 4 rooms (Q,D,T,S), 3-pc bath (S). Full breakfast. Cozyhouse. Outdoor smoking area. German spoken. Pets permitted (dogs only). Rates STC; F(10); O/S rates. Year-round.

Back In Thyme Bed & Breakfast q,{f. $70–85 • P,S @ 24-hr902-885-2352 • [email protected] • www.backinthyme.ca XP $15Jeff & Julie Hogg. 22960 Hwy 7. GPS 44.92004, -62.51647. B&B: 1 suite (Q), 4-pc bath, & 2 rooms (D), shared 4-pc bath.Full breakfast. Cozy house (c 1880) on 3-acre riverside property; screened porch. Rates STC; O/S rates. Year-round.

Fairwinds Motel & Restaurant qccc $95 • E • W • • 24-hr902-885-2502 • fax 902-885-2158 • [email protected] • www.fairwindsmotelsheetharbour.caRalph & Vera LeBlanc. 22522 Main St (Hwy 7). GPS 44.92541, -62.53995. Motel: 10 A/C units (2D), 4-pc bath, phone;some with harbour view. Licensed A/C dining 7am–9pm; dining deck overlooking harbour. Rates GTD. Year-round.

Port Black Duck Ocean View Country Inn qfcccd $100–110 • E • W *Dufferin tel/fax 902-654-2237 • [email protected] XP $20

Gloria Walsh. 25245 Hwy 7. B&B: 3 units (Q,D): 2 suites & 1 room overlooking ocean, 4-pc baths (whirlpool tub). Fullbreakfast. View of islands, lighthouse. Guest lounge, observatory, dock. Day trips planned. Rates GTD. Year-round.

Marquis of Dufferin Seaside Inn p,fJJ $94 • E • W 48-hr902-654-2696 • 877-654-2696 • [email protected] • www.marquisofdufferinmotel.com XP $8Pat Bennett. 25658 Hwy 7. Motel: 9 units (Q,D,T), 4-pc bath, balcony. Boxed breakfast incl. Harbour/island view. Water frontage,fishing, swimming, pvt wharf, boat ramp. Rates STC; F(10); O/S rates. Jun 15–Sep 30, May & Oct by reservation.

West Brigitte’s Holiday Apartments p,{Kcccc $95 P • W • • 48-hrQuoddy 902-654-2849 • www.brigittesholidayapartments.com/en/kanada/apartments XP $10; no tax

Brigitte Gasser. 159 Gammon Rd. GPS 44.90699, -62.35354. Apt.: 2 one-bdrm units (Q,pullout; max 5P) with loft, 4-pcbath, balcony, BBQ. Laundry facilities. Quiet cove by the ocean. German spoken. Rates STC; $550 weekly. May 15–Oct 15.

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Liscomb Birchill Bed & Breakfast and Guest House ,}fcccd $70–125 P • W • 48-hr902-779-2017 • [email protected] • www.birchillbb.com XP $10; no taxRoslyn Spears. 5254 Hwy 7. B&B, Cottage: 2 rooms (Q), 3-pc (S) or 4-pc bath, pvt entrance, gazebo, hot tub; full break-fast. 1-bdrm oceanfront cottage (Q), 4-pc bath, wharf. Fish pond, kayaks. Rates STC; cottage $800 weekly. Year-round.

Liscomb Liscombe Lodge Resort & Conference Centre AENp{}fKLcccd.JJ $129–350 • E,P • W I • 72-hrMills 902-779-2307 • 800-665-6343 • fax 902-779-2700 • [email protected] • www.liscombelodge.ca

2884 Hwy 7. GPS 45.01292, -62.10142. Resort: 68 inn & cottage units (Q,D,T), 4-pc bath; fireplace in cottages. Restau-rant, fitness centre, marina, outdoor activities; harbour tours. Pets (chalets only). Rates GTD; packages . May 17–Oct 14.

Sherbrooke Daysago Bed & Breakfast q. $70–90 • P,S @ • 24-hr902-328-7600 • [email protected] • www.bbcanada.com/daysago XP $10; no taxLinda MacIntosh. 15 Cameron Rd. GPS 45.14341, -61.98676. B&B, Cottage: 3 rooms (Q,D,T,S), shared 3-pc (S) & 4-pc baths; full breakfast (B&B only). 1 chalet (Q). Home c 1920; sunporch, deck. Rates STC. Year-round; O/S by reservation.

Sherbrooke Village Inn ApOf. $95-120 • E,P • W • • • 48-hr902-833-2341 • [email protected] • www.sherbrookevillageinn.ca XP $15Aubrey & Carol Beaver. 7975 Hwy 7. GPS 45.14182, -62.00347. Cottage, Motel: 12 motel units (K,D,S), 4-pc bath; 3 chalets(D,S), 3-pc bath. Licensed restaurant. Fishing guides. Pets on leash ($10 fee). Rates STC; packages. May 1–Oct 31.

St. Mary’s River Lodge p,cccd $76–120 • P • W • 24-hr902-522-2177 • 877-497-2177 • fax 902-522-2626 • [email protected] • www.riverlodge.caSwiss family Schüpbach. 21 Main St. GPS 45.14165, -61.98368. B&B Inn, Tourist Home: 8 units (Q,D,T): 6 A/C rooms inlodge + 2 rooms in lodge-residence; 3-pc (S) or 4-pc bath, full breakfast. Rates STC. Year-round, O/S reservations recommended.

Port Goody’s B&B By the Sea ApL. $85 P • W 24-hrBickerton 902-364-2879 • [email protected] no tax

Margaret & Ron Goodacre. 5098 Highway 211. GPS 45.10797, -61.72681. B&B: 1 room (D), 4-pc bath, free Wi-Fi, freephone calls within North America. Full breakfast. Oceanfront property in quaint fishing village. Rates STC. Jun 1–Oct 15.

Isaac’s On the Harbour Bed and Breakfast q. $80 P 72-hrHarbour 902-387-2213; 902-387-2774 • fax 902-387-2939 • [email protected] XP $10

Benny & Ruth Lagundzija. 28 MacMillan Hill Rd. GPS 45.17910, -61.66080. Tourist Home: 3 rooms (D), 3-pc (T) or 4-pcbath. Full breakfast. Victorian home on harbour; double deck with view of ocean. Rates STC; O/S rates. Jun 1–Sep 30.

New Lonely Rock Seaside Bungalows p{fccccd. $90–230 • P • W • 2-wkHarbour 902-387-2668 • 866-248-1877 • [email protected] • www.lonelyrock.com XP $10

Conny & Manfred Wittmann. 150 New Harbour Rd. Cottage: 6 cottages (Q,T; 1-, 2-, & 3-bdrm), 4-pc bath, free Wi-Fi,gas BBQ, ocean view. Sandy beach, playground, hiking, canoeing; good area for cycling. Rates STC; F(12). Year-round.

Charlos SeaWind Landing Country Inn p,Lcccc $99–169 • E • W • 24-hrCove tel/fax 902-525-2108 • 800-563-4667 • [email protected] • www.seawindlanding.ca

159 Wharf Rd. GPS 45.24723, -61.32612. Inn: 13 rooms (Q,T), 4-pc bath. 20-acre oceanfront setting; secluded beaches,trails. Gourmet dining (breakfast & dinner; open to public). Motorcycle shelter. Rates STC. Year-round; O/S by reservation.

Whitehead Foxberry by the Sea Cottages p. $110 • P W • *902-358-2605 • [email protected] • www.foxberry.ca XP $10; no taxLinda Eisenhauer & Dave Malone. 50 Fish Plant Lane. GPS 45.22576, -61.17999. Cottage: 2 oceanfront 1-bdrm cottages(Q,sofabed): 3-pc bath (S), veranda, BBQ. In fishing village. Ocean swimming. Rates STC. May 1–Oct 31; O/S by reservation.

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Fox Seabreeze Cottages pf. $99–125 • P • W • 48-hrIsland tel/fax 902-366-2352 • 866-771-2267 • [email protected] • www.seabreezecampground.com XP $10

Ann Rhynold. 230 Fox Island Rd. GPS 45.34527, -61.09793. Cottage: 4 cottages (D,T,3/4,pullout; 1- & 2-bdrm): 3-pc bath(T or S), firepit. On Chedabucto Bay; site of transatlantic cable landings. Small store, laundromat. Rates STC. May 15–Oct 15.

Upper Fox Eagle Valley Cottages ApfLcccd $120 P • W • • 1-wkIsland 902-704-3231 • [email protected] • www.eagle-valley-cottages.com

Gerhard Vorauer & Barbara Brauneis. 3421 Hwy 16. GPS 45.33099, -61.15190. Cottage: 5 cottages (D,T), 3-pc bath (S),phone (free calls in Canada and US), free Wi-Fi, fireplace, BBQ. Private lots. Rates STC; discount for 3rd night. Year-round.

Canso Last Port Motel p,L. $80–100 • E • W • • 24-hrtel/fax 902-366-2400 • www.lastportmotel.ca XP $1010 Hwy 16. GPS 45.33735, -60.99629. Motel: 14 units (D,2D), 4-pc bath, free Wi-Fi; 2 H. Licensed dining room8am–8pm; all-day breakfast. Hiking trails on property and nearby; tuna fishing arranged. Rates STC; F(5). Year-round.

Guys- DesBarres Manor Inn Nqccccd $199–259 • E • W • *borough 902-533-2099 • fax 902-533-2841 • [email protected] • www.desbarresmanor.com XP $35

Glynn Williams. 90 Church St. Inn: 10 luxurious rooms (K,K/T,Q,2D), 4-pc bath. Full breakfast incl. Seaside manor (c 1837) on 6 acres; elegant common rooms with fireplace; deck & gazebo. Gourmet dining. Rates STC. Year-round.

Osprey Shores Golf Resort pG. $119 • E • @ O • 48-hr902-533-3904 • 800-909-3904 • fax 902-533-3166 • [email protected] • www.ospreyshoresresort.com119 Ferry Lane. GPS 45.40145, -61.50423. Motel: 10 units (Q), 4-pc bath. Complimentary continental breakfast. Oceanfrontgolf course, full-service pro shop, licensed clubhouse, fishing. Rates STC; XP (cot) $25; flexible packages. May 1–Nov 1.

Pepperlane Manor Bed & Breakfast Aq,cccc. $115–150 • E,P • W 48-hr902-533-1884 • fax 902-533-1900 • [email protected] • www.pepperlane.caElaine & Greg Shanks. 22 Court St. GPS 45.39092, -61.50014. B&B: 4 guest rooms (Q), 3-pc (S) & 4-pc baths. Fullbreakfast. Century home (c 1874). Common area with CBTV, kitchenette, business centre. Rates STC; O/S rates. Year-round.

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CampgroundsAll campgrounds listed have been approved by CampingSelect and/or NS Approved to ensure that they meet therequired standards. Please be aware that GPS co-ordinates referenced in the listings may not be exact. For a key tosymbols and codes, see p. 3. Internet access (@) at campgrounds is usually Wi-Fi, but may not reach all campsites.

IN THE GRID:Rates are given for one or two people in peak season unless otherwise specified. Tax will be added to these rates unless “no tax” is indicated.

Toilets are identified as Flush (F) or Privy/Pit (P) .

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Swimming options are Lake (L), Pool (P), River (R), Ocean (O).

Porter’s Porters Lake Provincial Park AvWp{}fL. $26–35 • 79 0 O 2,U F • • LLake 902-827-2250 • 888-544-3434 (reservations) • www.novascotiaparks.ca/parks/porters.asp

1160 West Porter’s Lake Rd. GPS 44.69113, -63.30902. Most sites U; 2 wheelchair-accessible. Fire grills,wood, ice. Beach, boat launch on large lake. Campground host. Rates STC; 24-hr CXL. May 15–Oct 11.

Wyse Dollar Lake Provincial Park AvWp{}fL. $26 • 114 0 S U F • • • L •Corner 902-384-2770 • 888-544-3434 (reservations) • www.novascotiaparks.ca/parks/dollar.asp

5265 Old Guysborough Rd. GPS 44.94635, -63.31555. Fire grills, ice, firewood. Group sites avail-able. Swimming, boat launch, trails. Campground host. Rates STC; 24-hr CXL. Jun 12–Oct 11.

Upper E & F Webber Lakeside Park "@p{}fccc[F]ccc[R]J $27–53 • 34 33 • • S 3,U F • • • L • •Lakeville 902-845-2340 • 800-589-2282 • [email protected] • webberslakesideresort.com

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The Webbers. 738 Upper Lakeville Rd. GPS 44.79768, -62.96126. 2 camp cabins. Wood, ice. Marina,weekend activities; pedalboat, canoe & kayak rentals. Rates GTD; 48-hr CXL. May 9–Oct 9.

Murphy Murphy’s Camping on the Ocean @p{fLccc[F]ccc[R] $27–39 • 41 10 • O,S 2,U F,P • • • O • •Cove 902-772-2700 • [email protected] • www.murphyscamping.ca

The Murphys. 308 Murphys Rd. Firepits, wood, ice, lobster. Fishing, marina, boat tours. Free Wi-Fi,communal campfire, mussel boils, coffee. Rates STC; trailer $89(4P); 48-hr CXL. May 15–Oct 15.

Spry Bay Spry Bay Campground & Cabins A@p,ccc[F]cc[R] $25–85 • 36 12 • O,S 2,U F,P • • • • • P •902-772-2554 • 866-229-8014 • [email protected] • sprybaycampground.caAvelene Osmond & Danielle Langevin. 19867 Hwy 7. Private sites; 2 cabins; 2 suites (H). Firepits,wood. Pool tables, horseshoes. Rates STC; booking-specific CXL. May 1–Oct 31; O/S by reservation.

Sheet East River Lodge Campground & Trailer Park @pfccd[F]c[R] $25–35 22 18 3,U F • • • •Harbour 902-885-2057; 902-885-5572 • [email protected] no tax

200 Pool Rd. GPS 44.93263, -62.50465. Laundry, free Wi-Fi, ice, fire grills, wood. Boat launch, playarea, fishing & hunting. Leashed pets permitted. Rates STC; 24-hr CXL. May 1–Oct 31.

Sherbrooke St. Mary’s Riverside Campground @+p,}fccd[F]cd[R] $22–65 26 0 • O 3,U F • • • P •902-522-2913 • [email protected] Sonora Rd. GPS 45.13228, -61.97735. Quiet family campground on St. Mary’s River. 2 cabins,1 trailer. Fire pits, wood. Kayaks, fishing; easy access to water. Rates STC; 24-hr CXL. May 1–Nov 1.

Stillwater Nimrod’s Campground @+p{fLcc[F]cd[R] $22–28 • 42 18 • O,S 2,U F • • • L • •902-522-2441; O/S 902-833-2597 • [email protected] • www.nimrodscampground.ca159 Hwy 211. GPS 45.17424, -61.96706. Secluded lakefront sites. Firepits, wood, ice. Canoe rentals,washer toss, trail. RVs, groups, caravans welcome. Rates STC; 24-hr CXL. May 17–Oct 11.

Country Salsman Provincial Park AvWp{}f. $26 • 40 0 O,S U F,P • • RHarbour 902-328-2999 • 888-544-3434 (reservations) • www.novascotiaparks.ca/parks/salsman.asp

15641 Hwy 316. GPS 45.23687, -61.76718. Small, quiet campground with picnic area. Fire grills, wood.Small beach (unsupervised); boat launch. Leashed pets permitted. Rates STC; 24-hr CXL. Jun 12–Sep 6.

Fox Seabreeze Campground A@pfccc[F]cc[R] $25–95 • 65 9 • O,S 3,U F $ • • O •Island 902-366-2352 • 866-771-2267 • [email protected] • seabreezecampground.com

230 Fox Island Rd. GPS 45.34527, -61.09793. Tenting & RV park on bay. Deluxe RV rental. Wood,ice, free Wi-Fi. Horseshoes, beach, saltwater fishing. Rates STC; 48-hr CXL. May 15–Oct 15.

Canso Cape Canso R.V. Park & Marina @pf. $18–24 33 0 • O 3 F • •902-366-2937; 902-366-29761639 Union St. GPS 45.33207, -60.98220. Oceanfront. Boat launch, tuna boat charters, saltwater fish-ing from shore; excellent area for sea kayaking. Rates STC; booking-specific CXL. May 15–Oct 30.

Boylston Boylston Provincial Park Avpf. $20 • 35 0 O,S U P •902-533-3326 • 888-544-3434 (reservations) • www.novascotiaparks.ca/parks/boylston.asp11131 Hwy 16. GPS 45.42687, -61.51067. On hilltop overlooking harbour; picnic area; interpretivedisplay. Fire grills, wood. Stocked lake. Leashed pets permitted. Rates STC; 24-hr CXL. Jun 12–Sep 6.

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Seaforth Hope for Wildlife AE;@ D • 10 •902-407-9453 • [email protected] • www.hopeforwildlife.net5909 Hwy 207. GPS 44.66321, -63.26028. Rehabilitation facility for injured and orphaned wildlife; education centre; educational animals;wildlife garden; peace pole. Admission free; donations welcome. For large groups (10+) please call ahead. Jun 1–Sep 30, daily 10am–4pm.

West Acadian House Museum / L’Acadie de Chezzetcook AzaW\ $ • • • 15 •Chezzet- 902-827-5992 • [email protected] • www.facebook.com/pages/LAcadie-de-Chezzetcook/245386768810556cook 79 Hill Rd. GPS 44.70620, -63.26130. House (c 1850) with displays on local heritage, Acadian life as lived in Grand Desert and Chezzetcook;

special events year-round in re-created barn. Admission $2, family $5. Jul 1–Aug 31, 10am–4:30pm daily (closed Mon) or by appointment.

Middle Musquodoboit Valley Bicentennial Theatre and Cultural Centre W@ $ 15Musquo- 902-384-2819 • [email protected] • www.bicentennialtheatre.cadoboit 12390 Hwy 224. GPS 45.04436, -63.15071. A 230-seat theatre and community facility in a restored heritage building (c 1928), 40 km from

Musquodoboit Harbour via Rte 357. Musical entertainment, theatre events, dances and special events. Admission varies. Year-round.

Moose Moose River Gold Mines Museum zW D •River 902-384-2006Gold Mines 6990 Moose River Rd. GPS 44.98476, -62.94208. Museum chronicles gold mining in the area and tells the story of the famous mine disas-

ter and rescue of 1936. Mine site, nearby, is now a provincial park. Admission free, donations welcome. Jul 1–Aug 31, 10am–4pm daily (STC).

Markland Icelandic Memorial \ • 20 •902-860-3551 • [email protected] • www.nova-scotia-icelanders.ednet.ns.ca/markland.htm380 Caribou Rd. GPS 45.03136, -62.97209. Site of Icelandic settlement (1875–1882); foundations, log cabin replica, interpretive signage,and memorial cairn; walking trails. Guided tours by appointment. No services on site. Year-round, accessible only by foot in O/S.

Musquo- Musquodoboit Railway Museum zW • 12 •doboit 902-889-2689Harbour 7895 Hwy 7. Museum in former CNR station (c 1918) and five railway cars. The story of Nova Scotia’s railways is told through photographs,

maps, posters, tickets, artifacts, and a small library; in-depth material available. Also items of local history. Admission free. Jun 1–Aug 31, daily.

Jeddore Fisherman’s Life Museum vz@ $ • • 25 •Oyster 902-889-2053 • fax 902-772-2344 • fishermanslife.novascotia.caPond 58 Navy Pool Loop. GPS 44.77765, -63.01663. Typical inshore fisherman’s family homestead (c early 1900s); demonstrations of rug hooking,

cooking on a wood cookstove; stories about life on the Eastern Shore. Partial wheelchair access. Admission charged. Jun 1–Oct 3, STC.

Lake Memory Lane Heritage Village AEz;@\ $ • • • • 60Charlotte 902-845-1937 • 877-287-0697 • [email protected] • www.heritagevillage.ca

5435 Clam Harbour Rd. Heritage village depicts daily life during the 1940s: buildings with period artifacts; guides; farm animals; demonstrations;cookhouse. Displays on rural industries. Archives (by appt). Admission $4–6, F(12). Jun 15–Sep 15, daily; O/S by appointment.

Sheet MacPhee House Community Museum Az;@ •Harbour 902-885-2092; O/S 902-885-2478 • [email protected]

22404 Main St. Artifacts from 1850–1950; history of lumber-related industries; impact of WWI and WWII on military and civilians; limited genealog-ical resources; local art display. Visitor information centre; Wi-Fi. Boardwalk. Admission free. Jun 15–Sep 15, STC, 9:30am–5pm; O/S by appointment.

Goldenville Goldenville Gold Mining Interpretive Centre zW\ $ • • 20902-522-4653In the former Goldenville Presbyterian Church (c 1900); museum on gold mining in NS and on a small community that became Nova Scotia’smajor gold-producing area (1861–1942). Artifacts, photos, genealogical records, stories told by miners. Admission: adult $2.50. Jun 1–Aug 31.

Sherbrooke Sherbrooke Village AEvz;@ $ • • • • 150 •902-522-2400 • 888-743-7845 • fax 902-522-2974 • sherbrookevillage.novascotia.caGPS 45.14090, -61.98400. Lumbering, shipbuilding and goldmining community of the 1800s. 25 buildings on their original sites: ambrotypestudio; hotel; doctor’s office (c 1910); stores; a grand home; and a rare up-and-down sawmill. Admission charged. Jun 1–Sep 26, daily.

Museums and AttractionsThis category includes national parks, historic sites, museums, and other attractions. See also listings under Galleries, Shops, Artists and Artisans; Outdoors; and Trails. Please be aware that GPS co-ordinates referenced in the listings may not be exact. For a key to symbols and codes, see p. 3.

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St. Mary’s River Salmon Museum AzW; D • • • • 30 •902-522-2099 • [email protected] • www.stmarysriverassociation.com8404 Hwy 7. GPS 45.15252, -61.97532. Exhibits relating to salmon angling, native wildlife, fishing and conservation; collection of fishing tackle, pho-tos & memorabilia of famous anglers such as Babe Ruth. Children’s corner. Admission by donation. Jun 1–Sep 30, daily 9am–4:30pm; O/S by appt.

Aspen Baird’s Tradesmen Museum z; $ 25 •902-833-2219 • [email protected] Hwy 7. GPS 45.30524, -62.05359. Collection of tools used by the fine craftsmen of many now-forgotten trades; household utensils;tools used in various Nova Scotian industries over the past 200 years. Admission: adult $4, child $2, F(12). Jul 1–Oct 1, 10am–5pm daily.

Port Port Bickerton Lighthouse Interpretive Centre Az; $ • • • 15 •Bickerton 902-364-2000 • [email protected] • www.portbickertonlighthouse.ca

630 Lighthouse Rd. GPS 45.08976, -61.69678. Information about the lighthouses of NS and their importance in our history. View of the seaand the community from the light tower. Artist retreat in residence. Nature trails, beach. Admission $3. Jun 15–Sep 15, daily 9am–5pm.

Goldboro Goldboro Interpretive Centre zW12881 Hwy 316. GPS 45.18232, -61.65228. Displays of artifacts and photos of the mining and fishing history of Goldboro and the sur-rounding areas. Home of Nova Scotia’s first natural gas plant. Jun 30–Aug 31, Tues–Sun 10am–4pm.

Half Out of the Fog Lighthouse Museum zaW@ D • • 25 •Island tel/fax 902-358-2108 • [email protected] • www.outofthefog.caCove Hwy 16. GPS 45.34599, -61.20153. Large collection of lighthouse artifacts from the past: lights, foghorns and lenses. Descriptive signage in

English, French and German. See what life at a lighthouse was really like. Donations welcome. Jun 15–Sep 20, Thur–Mon 10am–6pm.

Canso Canso Islands National Historic Site Pa; D • 10902-366-3136; 902-295-2069 • [email protected] • www.parkscanada.gc.ca/cansoislands1465 Union St. GPS 45.33582, -60.99108. Site of a one-time thriving community of New England fishermen and merchants. Film, life-size dioramas of three island property interiors, and artifacts on display. Island trails link 8 sites. Access by boat. Donations accepted. Jul 1–Sep 1, 10am–6pm.

Canso Museum: Whitman House zW • 50 •902-366-2170; 902-366-2525 • fax 902-366-3093 • [email protected] Union St. GPS 45.33675, -60.99614. History of Canso and eastern Guysborough County; exhibits on Canso Harbour, folk-art panoramasof Canso, period furniture, photographs, memorabilia; widow’s walk. Admission free. Jun 1–Sep 30, 9am–5pm daily; O/S by request.

Halfway Prince Henry Sinclair Monument W • 400 •Cove 902-533-4016 • [email protected] • sinclair.quarterman.org/phssna.html

Hwy 16. GPS 45.34821, -61.41405. Granite monument with marble plaque and interpretive panels, detailing the historic voyage of PrinceHenry Sinclair to the New World in 1398. Large log picnic tables; lookoff. Year-round.

Guys- Chedabucto Place Performance Centre W $ 92borough 902-533-2015 • chedabuctoplacetheatre.com

27 Green St. GPS 45.38644, -61.50414. A/C state-of-the-art theatre hosts a variety of events throughout the year, from toe-tapping ceilidhsand renowned East Coast musicians to professional and amateur theatre performances. Admission varies. Year-round.

Mulgrave Road Theatre ;902-533-2092 • fax 902-533-3320 • [email protected] • www.mulgraveroad.ca68 Main St. GPS 45.39125, -61.49775. A professional touring theatre company, working from its base in Guysborough, committed to the cre-ation, development and presentation of original works of Atlantic Canadian theatre. Year-round.

Old Court House 1843 AzW@\ D 12902-533-4008 • [email protected] • www.guysboroughhistoricalsociety.ca106 Church St. GPS 45.38949, -61.49984. Local artifacts, especially related to farming and housekeeping; photographs c. 1900; reading roomfor research in county history and genealogy. Donations welcome. Jun 1–Oct 1, Mon–Fri 9am–5pm, Sat–Sun 10am–5pm (STC), and by appt.

Mulgrave Mulgrave Heritage Centre and VIC zW@\ $ • • • 30 •902-747-2788 • fax 902-747-2585; 902-747-3450 • [email protected] Loggie St. GPS 45.61595, -61.38936. Artifacts, photos and other memorabilia from Mulgrave’s past, including ICR & CNR railways, military,fish companies and Black Loyalist themes; archive and genealogy section. Visitor information centre. Admission: adult $2. Jul 1–Sep 8, STC.

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East Fancy Lucky Gallery and Craft Emporium • Judith Brannen Media: Clay, paintings & prints • •Lawrence- 902-434-7895; 902-222-3585 • [email protected] 4144 Hwy 207. GPS 44.64393, -63.35490. Jewellery, pottery, soaps, and handweaving by Eastern Shore craftspeople; original prints and

cards by Judith Brannen. VS, MC, DD. Year-round, Tue–Sun 11am–5pm; STC Oct–May.

West Laughleton Gallery • Judith Brannen Media: Books & cards, paintings & prints •Chezzet- 902-827-3225; 902-222-3585 • [email protected] • www.judithbrannen.cacook 115 Shore Rd. GPS 44.72148, -63.26093. Studio and gallery exhibiting the work of Judith Brannen; custom framing shop. Surf Art Show in

October, featuring work by many local artists. VS, MC, DD. Year-round, by appointment or chance.

Jeddore Black Sheep GalleryAE Media: Paintings & prints, wood •Oyster 902-889-5012 • [email protected] • www.blacksheepart.comPond 1689 West Jeddore Rd. GPS 44.72542, -63.01403. Gallery located in a converted fish plant; featuring work by over 40 Nova Scotian folk artists,

past and present; also a selection of Ontario and Quebec folk art. Operating since 2000. AMCC, DD. Jun 15–Sep 15, 11am–4pm daily.

East Ship Barry Colpitts Media: Wood •Harbour 902-772-2090

15359 Hwy 7. GPS 44.77804, -62.79427. Folk art birds, mermaids and animals in and around a brightly decorated house. $/TC. Year-round,by appointment or chance.

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IN THE GRID: Accessibility: P = partially accessible Tours Offered: see listing in Tour Operators and Tour Services section

Cow Bay Rainbow Haven Beach Provincial ParkAvWY Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches •novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#rainbow2248 Cow Bay Rd. GPS 44.64768, -63.42360. Large sand-and-cobble beach at the mouth of Cole Harbour. Boardwalks, change house,showers, FT. Swimming (supervised Jul–Aug). May 15–Oct 12.

East East Coast Quiksilver Surf SchoolA Category: SurfingLawrence- 902-449-9488 • [email protected] • www.ecsurfschool.comtown Lawrencetown Beach, Hwy 207. Surfing instruction at one of Nova Scotia’s best surfing beaches: 1-hr lessons provided by certified, experienced

instructors (female instructors available); use of wetsuit and surfboard included; individual and group rates. Equipment rentals. May 30–Sep 30.

Kannon Beach Wind and Surf Category: Surfing; Equipment Rentals902-434-3040; 902-471-0025 • fax 902-434-6205 • [email protected] • www.kannonbeach.com4144 Lawrencetown Rd. GPS 44.64403, -63.35508. Surfing lessons; certified instructors; no experience necessary. Surf/windsurf shop and equip-ment rentals: surfboards, stand-up paddleboards, wetsuits and accessories. Year-round.

Lawrencetown Beach Provincial ParkAvWYL Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches • •novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#lawrencetown4348 Lawrencetown Rd. GPS 44.64480, -63.34510. Popular sand-&-cobble beach on the Atlantic, noted for surfing. Strong riptides and currentsare common; caution must be exercised. Swimming (supervised in Jul & Aug). Change house, showers, FT. Ramped boardwalks. May 15–Oct 12.

Three Happy Dude’s Surf Emporium } Category: Surfing • •Fathom 902-827-4962 • [email protected] 4891 Hwy 207. GPS 44.64595, -63.30879. Surf and boogie boards; all your surfing needs; lessons; rentals; new and used equipment. Also

kayak and Zodiac tours; gifts. Year-round.

Porter's Porters Lake Provincial ParkAv{}fYL| Category: Parks • •Lake novascotiaparks.ca/parks/porters.asp

1160 West Porter’s Lake Rd. GPS 44.69113, -63.30902. Picnicking, boating, swimming, fishing in large freshwater lake; boat launch; trail. May 15–Oct 12; camping May 15–Oct 11.

Meagher’s River Oaks Golf Club*WG Category: Golf Courses •Grant 902-384-2033 • fax 902-384-3202 • www.riveroaksgolfclub.ca

GPS 44.91147, -63.22973. 18-hole, par 70, 5887 yd. Rating 69.7; Slope 120. South Course: 9-hole, 3113 yd. Rating 70.9, Slope 124. Accommodation/golf packages. May 1–Oct 31.

Wyse Dollar Lake Provincial ParkAvW{}fYL| Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches • • •Corner novascotiaparks.ca/parks/dollar.asp

5265 Old Guysborough Rd. GPS 44.94635, -63.31555. Large lake with sandy beach (supervised Jul–Aug) and boat launch. Picnic area, play-ground, change rooms, FT. Backcountry trails. May 15–Oct 12, camping Jun 12–Oct 11.

Elderbank Elderbank Waterway Provincial ParkAv{}Y Category: Parks •novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#elderbank5819 Hwy 357. GPS 44.98062, -63.21617. An access point for canoeing/kayaking the lower Musquodoboit River. Parking, picnic tables.May 15–Oct 12.

Middle Musquodoboit Valley Provincial ParkAv{}Y Category: Parks •Musquo- novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#musquodoboitdoboit 11685 Hwy 224. GPS 45.05977, -63.11447. In a field bordering the Musquodoboit River. Tables are scattered throughout the area; many are

shaded by large hardwoods. Playground. Group use available. May 15–Oct 12.

Moose Moose River Gold Mines Provincial ParkAvY Category: ParksRiver novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#mooseriverGold Mines 140 Moose River Rd. GPS 44.98015, -62.94368. Located in one of Nova Scotia’s earliest gold mining areas, the park marks the site of the

famous 1936 Moose River mine disaster. Interpretive display; picnic tables. May 15–Oct 12.

East East Coast Quiksilver Surf School Category: SurfingPetpeswick 902-449-9488 • [email protected] • www.ecsurfschool.com

Martinique Beach. Surfing instruction at one of Nova Scotia’s best surfing beaches: 1-hr lessons provided by certified, experienced instructors(female instructors available); use of wetsuit and surfboard included; individual and group rates. Equipment rentals. Jun 1–Sep 30.

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Sheet Henley House Pub & Restaurant Type: Fine dining, pub • Specialty: European 92 • • • • • • •Harbour 902-885-3335 • fax 902-885-2996 • [email protected] • www.thehenleyhousepub.ca r@W

22478 Hwy 7. May 1–Dec 31, daily in Jul & Aug; Wed–Sun or Thur–Sun rest of season.

Liscomb Riverside Dining Room & Lone Cloud Lounge Type: Family dining, lounge • Specialty: Seafood, desserts 120 24 • • • • • • •Mills 902-779-2307 • 800-665-6343 • fax 902-779-2700 • [email protected] • www.liscombelodge.ca N@W

Liscombe Lodge, 2884 Hwy 7. Bus tours welcome. May 16–Oct 13, 7am–9pm.

Guys- DesBarres Manor Inn Type: Fine dining • Specialty: Canadian 40 • • •borough 902-533-2099 • fax 902-533-2841 • [email protected] • www.desbarresmanor.com Nr@;

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Harbour Ridge Golf ClubWG Category: Golf Courses •902-889-1800 • [email protected] • www.harbourridgegolf.caGPS 44.75045, -63.15077. 9-hole, par 35, 2500 yd. Rating 31.6; Slope 101. May 1–Oct 31.

Martinique Beach Provincial ParkAvY Category: Parks; Supervised Beachesnovascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#martinique2389 East Petpeswick Rd. GPS 44.68990, -63.14735. 5-km crescent white-sand beach; swimming (supervised Jul–Aug); change houses; boardwalks& hard-surfaced paths; picnic area. Beachcombing. Wildlife refuge for migratory waterfowl; protected area for Piping Plover. May 15–Oct 12.

Clam Clam Harbour Beach Provincial ParkAvWYL Category: Parks; Supervised Beaches • •Harbour novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#clamharbour

158 Beach Rd. GPS 44.72664, -62.88569. Picnic area; long, wide sandy beach (supervised Jul–Aug, weekends only); canteen, change rooms,showers, flush toilets, trails. Annual sand sculpture contest. May 15–Oct 12.

Upper E & F Webber Lakeside Park ;{} Category: Equipment Rentals P •Lakeville 902-845-2340 • 800-589-2282 • [email protected] • www.webberslakesideresort.com

738 Upper Lakeville Rd. GPS 44.79768, -62.96127. Canoe, kayak and pedal boat rentals. May 11–Oct 11.

Tangier Coastal AdventuresA}Y Category: Equipment Rentals • •tel/fax 902-772-2774 • 877-404-2774 • [email protected] • www.coastaladventures.comSea kayak rentals. Apr 15–Oct 30.

Spry Bay Spry Bay Provincial ParkAvY Category: Parksnovascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#sprybay19310 Hwy 7. GPS 44.84208, -62.62023. A small stopover roadside park with picnic area, overlooking Spry Bay. May 15–Oct 12.

Taylor Head Provincial ParkAvW}YL Category: Parks • • •novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#taylor20140 Hwy 7. GPS 44.84458, -62.58148. Rugged wind-swept peninsula with 16 km of unspoiled coastline. Picnic areas; boardwalk tobeaches; back-country hiking trails (2 to 8 km, some looped), brochure available; interpretive display. Group use available. May 15–Oct 12.

Liscomb Liscombe Lodge MarinaAEvW{}Yt Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs • •Mills 902-779-2307 • fax 902-779-2700 • [email protected] • www.liscombelodge.ca/marina-2

GPS 45.01189, -62.10348. Service dock with gasoline, diesel, water and power. Showers, washer/dryer, phone. Indoor pool and fitness cen-tre. Resort facilities available to visiting boaters. Seasonal.

Marie Joseph Provincial ParkAvY Category: Parksnovascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#mariejoseph1420 Hwy 7. GPS 44.96777, -62.08658. A picturesque roadside picnic park on the ocean with a view of offshore islands. Tables scattered undersoftwood trees, overlooking rocky shoreline. May 15–Oct 12.

Sherbrooke Sherbrooke Provincial ParkAvY Category: Parksnovascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#sherbrooke8407 Hwy 7. GPS 45.15252, -61.97532. A small picnic park on the bank of St Mary’s River, with tables scattered under towering softwoodtrees. May 15–Oct 12.

Stonewall Leisure ParkYL Category: Parks •GPS 45.14246, -61.98143. Across from Sherbrooke Provincial Park. Gravelled walking trails, boardwalk, platforms overlooking the St Mary’sRiver, picnic tables. The stone wall was constructed by hand many years ago. Year-round.

Lochiel Lochiel Lake Provincial ParkAv{}Y Category: Parks •Lake novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#lochiel

13575 Hwy 7. GPS 45.35385, -62.05827. A quiet picnic park with tables under mixed-wood trees by an open field, overlooking Lochiel Lake.The lake is suitable for boating and swimming. May 15–Oct 12.

Country Salsman Provincial ParkAv{}fY| Category: Parks •Harbour novascotiaparks.ca/parks/Salsman.asp

15641 Hwy 316. GPS 45.23687, -61.76718. Small picnic park near the inland end of Country Harbour, with tables scattered in an openfield; view of the water. Boat ramp; unsupervised beach; vault toilets. May 15–Oct 12, camping Jun 12–Sep 6.

Tor Bay Tor Bay Provincial ParkAvY Category: Parksnovascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#torbay650 Hwy 316. GPS 45.18792, -61.35445. Picturesque picnic area on a rocky point looking out to the Atlantic. Sweeping sand beaches (unsu-pervised); boardwalks; interpretive displays. May 15–Oct 12.

Larry’s Parc de nos Ancêtres Category: ParksRiver GPS 45.22816, -61.38000. History park featuring a series of large stones and interpretive panels, placed in the shape of an anchor, depict-

ing the story of the Tor Bay Acadian families. Year-round.

Little Black Duck Cove Provincial ParkAvWYL Category: Parks • •Dover novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#blackduck

1409 Little Dover Rd. GPS 45.27842, -61.03335. Community-managed. Beautiful sandy beach park with boardwalks, change houses, toilets,a 3.5-km (2-mi) shoreline walking trail, rest stops with roofed shelters, picnic tables, interpretive kiosk. May 15–Oct 12.

Canso Cape Canso Marina b Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs902-366-2937 • fax 902-366-3455GPS 45.33528, -60.98362. Showers, power and water hook-up. Jun 1–Oct 30.

Queensport Queensport BeachwY Category: ParksGPS 45.34607, -61.28479. A small sand-&-cobble beach overlooking historic Queensport Lighthouse, which is on a small island. Interpretivesign explains the history of the lighthouse. Benches, picnic tables. Year-round.

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Guys- Guysborough Waterfront MarinaW Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs •borough 902-533-2052 • www.guysboroughmarina.com

GPS 45.39444, -61.49944. Serviced docks for 40 boats; fuel, water, power, pump-outs, showers, phone, guest moorings, boat launch. Enter-tainment, shops, brew pub. Golf, kayak rentals and trails nearby. Jun 1–Oct 30.

Osprey Shores Golf Resort*WG Category: Golf Courses •902-533-3904 • 800-909-3904 • fax 902-533-3166 • [email protected] • ospreyshoresresort.com119 Ferry Lane. GPS 45.40145, -61.50473. 9-hole, par 36, 2650 yd. Rating 65.6; Slope 112. Outstanding ocean frontage. Full-service pro shop;resort facilities. May 1–Nov 1.

Skipping Stone Cafe & Store {}K Category: Equipment Rentals • •902-533-2460 • [email protected] • www.skippingstonestore.com74 Main Street. GPS 45.39143, -61.49805. Sea kayak, canoe and bicycle rentals. May 15–Oct 15.

Boylston Boylston Provincial ParkAv}fY| Category: Parks •novascotiaparks.ca/parks/boylston.asp11087 Hwy 16. GPS 45.42687, -61.51067. Picnic area on the shores of Guysborough Harbour, with a short bridge to a small offshore island.Camping; fishing and kayaking opportunities. May 15–Oct 12, camping Jun 12–Sep 6.

Port Port Shoreham Beach Provincial ParkAvY Category: ParksShoreham novascotiaparks.ca/misc/parks_a-z_info.asp#shoreham

1720 Hwy 344. GPS 45.42612, -61.39910. A sand-and-cobble beach. Picnic tables scattered on the back beach. Change houses, vault toi-lets. May 15–Oct 12.

Mulgrave Venus Cove MarinaW{}wY Category: Marinas & Yacht Clubs • •[email protected] St. GPS 45.61518, -61.39164. Serviced docks for 15 boats; water, power, guest moorings, boat launch. Visitor information centre,amenities nearby. Seasonal.

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Trails The following are just a few of the trails to be found in this region; see also the Parks listings in the Outdoors section. Although used primarily as walk-ing and hiking trails, they may also be used for other activities, which are identifed by the symbols shown. Most trails are available for use year-round,but in winter may not provide maintenance or parking; use discretion.

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East Atlantic View Trail—Trans Canada Trail Trail Uses:YKLSy 10 L F L G PLawrence- www.halifax.ca/rec/TrailsEasternShore.phptown GPS 44.64480, -63.34510. On former rail bed, past woodlands, salt marshes, beaches. Scenic views; wildlife. Several access points; parking at

Lawrencetown Beach. Year-round, no winter maintenance.

Porter’s Crowbar Lake Hiking Trails Trail Uses:YL 18 D P L GLake 902-827-2364 • [email protected] • www.trails.gov.ns.ca/SharedUse/hx122.html

1800 Myra Rd. Backcountry trails in the Waverley–Salmon River Long Lake Wilderness Area. Spectacular scenery in a rugged setting. No ameni-ties along the trail. Year-round, no winter maintenance.

Carrolls Carrolls Corner Mastodon Trail Trail Uses:YKLSy 2.5 L F O G

Corner 9 Milford Road. GPS 45.01732, -63.38446. Multi-use trail begins behind community centre, continues through mature forest. Wildlife sightingsalong route. Year-round.

Musquo- Musquodoboit Trailway—Trans Canada Trail Trail Uses:YKL 40 L P L G Pdoboit www.mta-ns.caHarbour To Meagher’s Grant. GPS 44.78781, -63.14873. 14.5 km through mixed forest and meadow, by river and lake; picnic shelters, benches, PT. 3 back-

country loops (1 km, 1.5 km, 5.5 km); spectacular views. Challenging ridge wilderness trails (9.5 km, 8.5 km). Year-round, no winter maintenance.

Liscomb Liscomb River Trail System Trail Uses:YL 13 D N L NMills www.trails.gov.ns.ca/SharedUse/g008.html

GPS 45.01470, -62.09698. Inland & coastal hiking; waterfalls, fish ladder and swinging bridge. Seasonal, no winter maintenance.

Port Port Bickerton Lighthouse Beach Park Trail Trail Uses:YL 3.5 D H

Bickerton Hwy 211. GPS 45.09054, -61.70144. Loop trail meandering through interesting flora and fauna along a cliff edge to sandy beach. Swimming;breathtaking view of the ocean. Year-round.

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Harbour GPS 45.20577, -61.69405. Trail through the woods to the water; interpretive panels describing the Loyalist history of the area, two monuments,sheltered picnic table. View of Country Harbour and cable ferry. Year-round.

Canso Chapel Gully Trail Trail Uses: L 5 D G

www.trails.gov.ns.ca/SharedUse/g001.htmlGPS 45.32949, -60.98105. A short walking loop around a saltwater/freshwater estuary, within a larger loop trail offering a full 2- to 3-hr hikealong shoreline, across a bridge over Chapel Gully, and through beautiful woodland. Brochure available. Year-round.

Queensport Queensport Road/Barrenland Trail Trail Uses:YL 18 Dwww.trails.gov.ns.ca/SharedUse/g004b.htmlQueensport to Cole Harbour. GPS 45.33990, -61.27005. An old road through the Canso Coastal Barren Protected Wilderness Area leads to theremains of a WWII air force radar base. Woodlands, lakes, marshes, and a spectacular view from a 130-m elevation. Year-round.

Guys- Guysborough Nature Trail—Trans Canada Trail Trail Uses:YK>LSsy 45 L Gborough www.canadatrails.ca/tct/ns/guysborough.html

GPS 45.46968, -61.78180. The first section of the Trans-Canada Trail built in Nova Scotia, extending from Guysborough to Country Harbour / StMary’s municipal line; waterfalls, cable suspension bridge, wilderness. Year-round.

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106 Church St. GPS 45.39038, -61.50040. Shoreline trail with interpretive panels on the historical and cultural significance of the area; view ofsmall island; waterfowl. Year-round.

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An artisan village with the spirit of the sea – award-winning historic accommodations, craft beer where maritime brewing began,

harbourfront shopping & dining, authentic rum tastings, sea kayak and bicycle rentals, fresh roasted organic coffee and oceanside golf.

“Its timeless beauty is the real deal.”

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Come Discover the East Coast As It’s Meant To Be.™

DesBarres Manor Inn • Osprey Shores Golf Resort • Rare Bird PubSkipping Stone Cafe & Store • Rare Bird Craft Beer • Full Steam Coffee Co.

Harbour Belle Bakery • Authentic Seacoast Distilling Co.Glanbùrn Artesian Water • Authentic Seacoast Soaps