NOVA SCOTIA’S
Norse Cove Camping
Photo: Alexa Cude
Pjila’si. Weltasualuleg. Fáilte. Bienvenue. Welcome … to the beautiful Eastern Shore of Nova Scotia. This region is the ancestral home of the Mi’kma’ki First Nations people, the traditional knowledge keepers, and is also rich in the history and traditions of Gaelic, Acadian and African Nova Scotians. Evidence of the love of all of these traditions beats strongly in the hearts of all who call this area home, and is sure to capture the love and attention of all who take in its beauty. Breathtaking sunrises and sunsets, endless beaches that stretch as far as the eye can see, unspoiled wilderness, historically-themed attractions, and authentic fishing communities await visitors to the Eastern Shore. Grab your surf board and ride the waves or explore the cool waters of the area’s sheltered lakes by kayak or walk endless miles of sandy beaches. Hike along the area’s trails or learn about the arts and culture of the area.
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Nourish your tastebuds and your soul with the best cuisine the sea has to offer at five-star restaurants or quench your thirst at a local brewery. Take a trip back in time and experience what life was like in settled villages some 250 years ago at living history museums. All of these adventures and more await! A virtual vista of greens and browns and yellows of our forests, marshes and fields – originally home to indigenous people thousands of years ago – is breathtaking to behold. Combined with the riotous colour of flora and fauna that populate this area, visitors are sure to return here season after season to drink in the colour and charm that Mother Nature displays in areas from Dartmouth to Mulgrave and points in between. No matter where you travel on the Eastern Shore, visitors are afforded an opportunity to experience the arts and culture that resonate in the hearts and homes of our people and revel in natural beauty – whether it is the pounding waves of the coastline that beat like the ancient drums of our First Nations people, or the soothing sounds of water gently moving in our rivers and lakes, or the stirring music heard from Mother Nature and local musicians. The Eastern Shore will call you back again, and again, and again …
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Eastern Shore Guide 2022
Table of Contents Welcome General Information Visitor Information Centres Ports EV Plug (j1772) Important Numbers Hospitals Veterinarians Environment Canada Weather Stay Connected How to Get Here Approximate touring distances Ferry Information Information for drivers How to cook scallops
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Each of the following sections contain information regarding Services, Heritage and Culture, Arts & Entertainment, Galleries, Shops, Artisans & Artists, Outdoor Adventures, Beaches & Provincial Parks, Trails, Marinas, Food & Drink, Where to Stay
DARTMOUTH TO MUSQUODOBOIT HARBOUR TO MUSQUODOBOIT VALLEY
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HEAD OF JEDDORE TO SHEET HARBOUR TO LISCOMB
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SHERBROOKE TO HALF ISLAND COVE
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CANSO TO GUYSBOROUGH TO MULGRAVE
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On the Cover: Thank you Tourism Nova Scotia for the use of photos throughout the Eastern Shore Guide 2022
GENERAL INFORMATION Regional Destination Marketing Organization Destination Eastern and Northumberland Shores Association P.O. Box 55, New Glasgow 902-396-8408 coastalnovascotia.ca kara@coastalnovascotia.ca
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Step Into 1867!
James Smeaton
sherbrookevillage.novascotia.ca Toll Free: 1-888-743-7845 F facebook.com/sherbrookevillage d @sherbrookevillagemuseum
General Information VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRES* Call the numbers listed below or visit coastalnovascotia.ca Musquodoboit Harbour. . . . . . . . . . . . . 902-889-2689 Musquodoboit Harbour Railway Museum 7895 Highway 7 Sheet Harbour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 902-885-2092 MacPhee House Museum 22404 Highway 7 Sherbrooke. . . . . . 902-522-2400 | 1-888-743-7845 42 Main Street Canso. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 902-366-2170 Whitman House Museum 1297 Union Street Guysborough. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 902-533-4008 Old Court House Museum 106 Church Street Mulgrave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 902-747-2788 Mulgrave Heritage Centre 54 Loggie Street *Most seasonal visitor information centres are open from mid-May to mid-September (subject to change).
PORTS EV PLUG (J1772) Memory Lane Heritage Village . . . . . . 902-845-1937 5435 Clam Harbour Road, Lake Charlotte heritagevillage.ca The Deanery Project. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 902-845-1888 751 W. Ship Harbour Road, Lake Charlotte thedeaneryproject.com Henley House Pub & Restaurant . . . . . 902-885-3335 22478 Highway 7, Sheet Harbour henleyhouse.ca Goldboro Interpretive Centre . . . . . . . 902-387-2454 12881 Highway 316, Goldboro Canso Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 902-366-2955 169 Main Street, Canso Grassy Island . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 902-366-3136 1465 Union Street, Canso
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Cyril Ward Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 902-533-3586 27 Pleasant Street, Guysborough Located in the rear parking lot
Chedabucto Lifestyle Complex. . . . . . 902-533-2088 60 Green Street, Guysborough See where you can charge up in Nova Scotia. Visit plugshare.com IMPORTANT NUMBERS Emergency, DIAL 911 Non-emergency Medical Information, dial 811 Environment Canada Weather Information 902-426-9090 | weather.gc.ca HOSPITALS Middle Musquodoboit 492 Archibald Brook Road . . . . . . . . . . 902-384-2220 Musquodoboit Harbour 7704 Highway 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 902-889-2200 Sheet Harbour 22637 Highway 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 902-885-2554 Sherbrooke 91 Hospital Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 902-522-2882 Guysborough 10560 Route 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 902-533-3702 Canso 746 Union Street. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 902-366-2794 VETERINARIANS Eastern Shore Veterinary Hospital. . . 902-827-4257 Porters Lake Shopping Centre, Chezzetcook petfocus.ca ENVIRONMENT CANADA WEATHER INFORMATION 902-426-9090 | weather.gc.ca STAY CONNECTED Watch for Wi-Fi signs when visiting our local tourism properties. If you are having difficulty connecting, check your settings as you may be better served switching to 3G along our shore.
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CAPE BRETON
CARIBOU AMHERST
HALIFAX
YARMOUTH
CANSO CAUSEWAY
GUYSBOROUGH
MULGRAVE
CANSO
SHERBROOKE
DARTMOUTH
MUSQUODOBOIT LISCOMB VALLEY SHEET HARBOUR MUSQUODOBOIT HARBOUR EASTERN SHORE, NOVA SCOTIA
How to Get Here The Eastern Shore has 325 kilometres of winding, coastal highway. It is best enjoyed at a leisurely pace. Here are some approximate driving distances to help you plan your visit: Dartmouth to Musquodoboit Harbour
39 km (33 minutes)
Musquodoboit Harbour to Musquodoboit Valley 39 km (31 minutes) Musquodoboit Harbour to Sheet Harbour 73 km (56 minutes) 81 km (1 hour, 2 minutes)
Sheet Harbour to Sherbrooke Sherbrooke to Canso
135 km (1 hour, 55 minutes)
Canso to Guysborough
48 km (39 minutes)
Guysborough to Canso Causeway
54 km (39 minutes)
Guysborough to Mulgrave (route 344)
58 km (44 minutes)
Mulgrave to Canso Causeway
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Ferry Info The Country Harbour Ferry, named the Theodore O’Hara, after the first lighthouse keeper in Port Bickerton, is a 12-car cable ferry which connects Port Bickerton with Country Harbour. In summer, the ferry departs every 15 minutes. During the rest of the year, the ferry departs on the hour from the Country Harbour side and on the half hour from the Port Bickerton side. Signs are posted to notify travellers if the ferry is not running or you may phone 902-387-2200. This ferry is all part of the Eastern Shore experience, so feel free to get out of your car, stretch your legs, and talk to the crew during this short crossing. If you’ve missed the ferry, or prefer to drive, coming from Halifax, continue along Highway 7 until you reach Highway 348 at Melrose-Country Harbour Cross Roads. Turn right onto Highway 348 and continue for about 10 minutes until you reach Highway 316.
Information for drivers • Speed limits and distances are in metric (1 km = 0.62 miles). • Unless otherwise posted, it is legal to turn right on a red light after making a full stop. • The use of seat belts and daytime running lights is compulsory. • Driving under the influence of alcohol is against the law. • Nova Scotian law prohibits using a mobile phone while operating a motor vehicle, unless with a hands-free device. • It’s illegal to smoke in vehicles carrying children or youths under 19. • Child safety seats are required for children under 18 kg (40 lbs) while booster seats are required for children under age nine or less than 4’9” in height. • The use of helmets is mandatory for anyone riding a bicycle or motorcycle.
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OUT ON THE WATER WITH LISCOMBE LODGE
Photo: Tourism Nova Scotia, Acorn Art Photography
CATCHING SOME WAVES
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Seawind Landing’s
Pan Seared Scallops with Basque Sauce
With a nod to Basque Captain Savalette, credited with founding the dry cod fishery on these very shores, Seawind Landing takes simple seriously with this treatment of one of Nova Scotia’s most prized seafood specialties, succulent fresh scallops. Letting the freshness speak for itself, this is an example of how Seawind likes to treat seafood with a light touch. Properly preparing the scallops and a hot heavy pan are essential to getting that caramelized finish and bringing out the natural sweetness of these saltwater gems. The rest, as they say, is as easy as pie.
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How to Cook Scallops • • • • •
Remove the small side muscle from the scallops Thoroughly pat dry Add butter and oil to a 12-inch to 14-inch saute pan on high heat Salt and pepper the scallops Once the fat begins to smoke, gently add the scallops, making sure they are not touching each other • Sear the scallops for 1 ½ minutes on each side. The scallops should have a ¼-inch golden crust on each side while still being translucent in the center • Serve immediately
Basque Sauce INGREDIENTS
½ cup good quality olive oil ¼ cup fresh lemon juice 2 or 3 (or 7) dashes of hot sauce 2 or 3 garlic cloves, minced ½ tsp tarragon, fresh, shredded ½ tsp basil ½ tsp chives, chopped
METHOD
• Mix all ingredients together at least an hour before serving. Drizzle sparingly over finished scallops and enjoy. • Keep refrigerated for up to a week. Let stand at room temperature for 20 minutes before using.
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DARTMOUTH TO MUSQUODOBOIT HARBOUR TO MUSQUODOBOIT VALLEY
While sinking your toes in the soft sand at the longest sandy beach in the province (Martinique), you’ll find it hard to believe you’re just a little over a 40-minute drive from the hustle and bustle of downtown Halifax. This section of the Eastern Shore boasts several other beautiful beaches as well, including Lawrencetown Beach, an international surfing destination. On this shore, enjoy as much or as little activity as you like. Hunt for beach treasures in the sand or search for the best waves out in the cool waters of the Atlantic. The adventure, or the relaxation, is yours to enjoy. Venture onto Highway 357 and you’ll discover the Musquodoboit Valley. Enjoy a bit of live theatre or fine musical entertainment at the Bicentennial Theatre and be sure to take a selfie with the giant hummingbird sculpture, believed to be the largest in North America.
The Wild Islands Coast represents communities from Musquodoboit Harbour to Sherbrooke, a unique network of wild islands and coastal headlands.
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WILD ISLANDS
Photo: Patrick Rojo
Services Gas Stations SHELL GAS (Tim Horton’s and Convenience) 7868 Highway 7, Musquodoboit Harbour ULTRAMAR PORTERS LAKE 5204 Highway 7, Porters Lake NEEDS CONVENIENCE & GAS (Shell) Highway 7, Porters Lake HARBOUR PARKER’S ESSO Highway 224, Middle Musquodoboit
Pharmacies FOREST HILL DRUG MART 4 Peter Court, Mineville SUPERSTORE PHARMACY 5240 Highway 7, Porters Lake LAWTON’S 5228 Highway 7, Porters Lake FOREST HILL DRUG MART Highway 7, Musquodoboit Harbour LAWTON’S 8003 Highway 7, Musquodoboit Harbour HAVERSTOCK PHARMASAVE Highway 224, Middle Musquodoboit
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FISHERMAN’S COVE 4 Government Wharf Road, Eastern Passage 902-465-6093 fishermanscove.ns.ca Explore a restored 200-year-old fishing village, walk the boardwalk, sample seafood, shop for souvenirs, and book a tour to go whale watching or deep-sea fishing. COLE HARBOUR FARM MUSEUM 471 Poplar Drive, Cole Harbour, (Route 207) 902-434-0222 coleharbourfarmmuseum.ca This community museum is dedicated to preserving and interpreting Cole Harbour’s agricultural past, while developing understanding of plants, animals and farming today. ACADIAN HOUSE MUSEUM L’ACADIE DE CHEZZETCOOK 79 Hill Road, Highway 207, Grand Desert 902-827-5992 Experience Acadian life in this circa 1850 house offering local heritage displays. ICELANDIC MEMORIAL 380 Caribou Road, Markland 902-860-3551 nova-scotia-icelanders.ednet.ns.ca/ markland.htm A memorial to Nova Scotia’s little-known Icelandic settlers. 16
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FISHERMAN’S COVE, EASTERN PASSAGE
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MOOSE RIVER GOLD MINES MUSEUM 6990 Moose River Road, off Hwy 224 Middle Musquodoboit 902-384-2484 Browse photos, news clippings, and tapes of the first live on-the-scene radio broadcasts by reporter Frank Willis of the 1936 Moose River mining disaster. MUSQUODOBOIT RAILWAY MUSEUM AND VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 7895 Highway 7, Musquodoboit Harbour 902-889-2689 novascotiatrailwayheritage.com Photos, maps, and artifacts (all housed in railway cars and the former Canadian National Railway station) tell the story of Nova Scotia’s railways.
GIANT HUMMINGBIRD SCULPTURE, MUSQUODOBOIT VALLEY
Photo: John Musick
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EASTERN SHORE’S GALLERY 40 East Chezzetcook Road, Head of Chezzetcook easternshoresgallery.com The gallery showcases art from 65+ resident artists and crafters and promotes the wild coast, ocean sea life and wildlife. You will find an art gallery, flower shop, small indoor market with South African baked goods. Visit their website for opening hours. The Eastern Shores Gallery celebrates shore living on the Eastern Coast of Nova Scotia. MACDONALD HOUSE 4144 Lawrencetown Road, Lawrencetown 902-434-7985 MacDonald House offers a great mixture of local businesses open year round. MUSQUODOBOIT HARBOUR FARMERS’ MARKET Eastern Shore Community Centre (“The Rink”) 67 Park Road, Musquodoboit Harbour 902-220-9114 mhfarmersmarket.ca Range of vendors offering local meat and produce, home-baked treats, and handcrafted products. Open Sundays. OLD SCHOOL ART GALLERY 7895 Highway 7, Musquodoboit Harbour 902-889-2735 theoldschool.ca Browse through the large collection of paintings by local artists before deciding on the perfect souvenir.
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Arts & Entertainment MUSQUODOBOIT VALLEY BICENTENNIAL THEATRE AND CULTURAL CENTRE 12390 Highway 224, Middle Musquodoboit 902-384-2819 bicentennialtheatre.ca A 230-seat theatre with raked seating and raked stage. The Theatre is home to the last remaining example of Canadian William Gill’s stage art left in North America.
MUSQUODOBOIT RAILWAY MUSEUM AND VIC
Photo: Dean Casavechia
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RIVER OAKS GOLF CLUB
GIANT HUMMINGBIRD SCULPTURE Cornerstone Park, 2 Elm Drive, Middle Musquodoboit Measuring almost three metres from its beak to the tip of its tail, the hummingbird is believed to be the largest outdoor hummingbird sculpture in North America. HOPE FOR WILDLIFE 5909 Highway 207, Seaforth 902-407-9453 hopeforwildlife.net Rehabilitation facility for injured and orphaned wildlife. Education centre, educational animals, and wildlife garden. NATURE LEARNING AND PLAY SPACE 10246 Highway 224, Middle Musquodoboit novascotia.ca/natureplayspace/ This outdoor play space helps kids of all ages explore, experience, and connect with nature. UPPER MUSQUODOBOIT WOODEN PLAYGROUND 8747 Highway 224, Upper Musquodoboit musquodoboitvalley.ca Nova Scotia’s largest wooden playground is made up of giant old-school, castle-like structures. 20
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Beaches and Provincial Parks MCCORMACKS BEACH PROVINCIAL PARK 1641 Shore Road, Eastern Passage Extensive boardwalk provides beautiful views of McNab’s, Lawlor’s, and Devil’s islands. LAWRENCETOWN BEACH PROVINCIAL PARK 4348 Lawrencetown Road, Route 207, Lawrencetown Sand and cobble beach with high Atlantic surf. Boardwalks, change houses, showers, canteen, trails. Supervised during the summer. CONRAD’S BEACH End of Conrad Road, off Highway 207, Lawrencetown No services on-site. PORTERS LAKE PROVINCIAL PARK 1160 West Porter’s Lake Road, Porter’s Lake A large freshwater lake great for fishing, swimming, and boating. Camping sites are available.
LAWRENCENTOWN WINTER SURFING
Photo: Adam Cornich, Acorn Art & Photography
For more information on parks and beaches, visit: parks.gov.ns.ca
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RAINBOW HAVEN
Photo: Dean Casavechia
MARTINIQUE BEACH PROVINCIAL PARK 2389 East Petpeswick Road, Musquodoboit Harbour One of Nova Scotia’s longest white sand beaches with open and wooded picnic areas behind the dunes. DOLLAR LAKE PROVINCIAL PARK 5265 Old Guysborough Road, Route 212, Wyse Corner A large freshwater beach park with camping, canteen, picnicking, playground, trails. Supervised in summer. RAINBOW HAVEN BEACH 2249 Highway, 322 Cow Bay Road, Cow Bay A large sand-and-cobble beach that has boardwalks, change houses, and showers. Supervised swimming July and August.
For detailed trail descriptions and maps, visit trails.gov.ns For snowmobile trails visit snowmobilersns.com
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Trails SALT MARSH AND SHEARWATER FLYER TRAILS (various distances) From Shearwater to Cole Harbour to Lawrencetown, multi-use linked trails on former rail bed stretch 7 km inland and 6.5 km on a causeway through the Cole Harbour salt marsh. THE GREAT TRAIL-ATLANTIC VIEW TRAIL thegreattrail.ca (10 km) From Lawrencetown Beach, through woodland and salt marshes and across wooden bridges. THE GREAT TRAIL-BLUEBERRY RUN TRAIL thegreattrail.ca (10 km) A popular section of The Great Trail that connects Three Fathom Harbour to Porters Lake Provincial Park. CROWBAR LAKE HIKING TRAILS Porters Lake trails.gov.ns.ca Trail head is located at 1800 Myra Road (9 km down) 18 km of backcountry trails with 2-to-10-hour loops that lead to Dollar Lake Provincial Park. THE GREAT TRAIL-ACADIAN MARSH TRAIL Chezzetcook thegreattrail.ca (2.5 km) Abandoned railway bed that offers wonderful views of the salt marsh in Chezzetcook. THE GREAT TRAIL-MUSQUODOBOIT TRAILWAY thegreattrail.ca (16 km) This section of The Great Trail offers picnic shelters and three backcountry look-offs from the main trail.
Golf RIVER OAKS GOLF CLUB 3909 Highway 357, Meagher’s Grant 902-384-3033 riveroaksgolfclub.org 18-hole, par 70 course plus smaller south 9-hole course. coastalnovascotia.ca
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FOOD & DRINK DOBBIT BAKEHOUSE 7896 Highway 7, Musquodoboit Harbour 902-889-2919 facebook.com/Dobbit.Bakehouse Artisan bakery offering breads, muffins, cookies, pastries, pies, cakes made with natural and certified organic ingredients. RIVER OAKS GOLF CLUB 3909 Highway 357, Meagher’s Grant 902-384-2033 riveroaksgolfclub.org Homemade meals and snacks.
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UPROOTED MARKET & CAFÉ
Photo: Dean Casavechia
ROSE & ROOSTER CAFE 6502 Highway 207, Grand Desert 902-827-1042 roseandrooster.com Good – Local – Food Offering breakfast, lunch or special weekend brunches near Lawrencetown Beach. UPROOTED MARKET & CAFÉ 7992 Highway 7, Musquodoboit Harbour 902-889-9189 uprootedmarketcafe.ca A must stop café serving up the freshest local ingredients and market items.
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WILD ISLANDS
Photo: Tourism Nova Scotia, Patrick Rojo
STAY
Accommodations COASTAL WATERS ACCOMMODATIONS B&B 16 Emerald Drive RR#2, Three Fathom Harbour Head of Chezzetcook 902-827-4223 coastalwatersbnb.ca Two spacious guestrooms with ensuite baths plus a fully equipped one-bedroom apartment suite with full kitchen. MOONLIGHT BEACH SUITES 2 Wydenfog Lane, East Lawrencetown B2Z 1P7 902-827-2712 moonlightbeachinn.com 3 oceanview suites at Lawrencetown Beach. Open year round. RIVER OAKS COUNTRY LODGE 3909 Meagher’s Grant Road, Meagher’s Grant 902-384-3033 riveroaksgolfclub.ca Eight air-conditioned units (some with kitchenette), TV, pool.
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Walking trail
Photo: Dean Casavechia
Campgrounds DOLLAR LAKE PROVINCIAL PARK Route 212, Wyse Corner 888-544-3434 novascotiaparks.ca 119 sites. Wooded campground and picnic area with sandy beaches on the shores of a large lake. PORTERS LAKE PROVINCIAL PARK 1160 West Porter’s Lake Road, Porter’s Lake 888-544-3434 novascotiaparks.ca 80 overnight sites with open campground on large lake. Open May to October.
COASTAL WATERS B&B
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HEAD OF JEDDORE TO SHEET HARBOUR TO LISCOMB
This is a place where quaint fishing villages beckon from side roads, urging you to stop and breathe in the fresh salt air. Invigorating, isn’t it? As you meander along this section of the Eastern Shore, you’re sure to sense the history coming to life all around you. While several of the area’s museums focus their exhibits on the past, you’ll also find a sense of history in our very way of life. The oldfashioned pleasures are still valued here: community picnics, church suppers, fishing right off the wharf. And just because you’re visiting doesn’t mean you can’t take part.
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LISCOMBE LODGE
Photo: Tourism Nova Scotia, Acorn Art Photography
Services Gas Stations ULTRAMAR Highway 7, Head of Jeddore WILSON’S GAS STOPS Highway 7, Sheet Harbour IRVING Highway 7, Sheet Harbour CHURCH POINT VARIETY AND GAS Sheet Harbour
Grocery Stores SOBEYS Highway 7, Head of Jeddore FOODLAND 22579 Main Street, Sheet Harbour
Pharmacies LAWTON’S Highway 7, Sheet Harbour
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MEMORY LANE HERITAGE VILLAGE
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FISHERMAN’S LIFE MUSEUM 58 Navy Pool Loop, Jeddore Oyster Pond 902-889-2053 fishermanslife.museum.gov.ns.ca Here you’ll hear stories about the land, the sea, and life from people on the Eastern Shore. MEMORY LANE HERITAGE VILLAGE Highway 7, Lake Charlotte 5435 Clam Harbour Road 902-845-1937 | 877-287-0697 heritagevillage.ca Immerse yourself in the nostalgia of the 1940s as you stroll back in time to an authentically restored village. MACPHEE HOUSE COMMUNITY MUSEUM AND VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 22404 Highway 7, Sheet Harbour 902-885-2092 Discover the history of Sheet Harbour and its lumber-related industries. 30
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BARRY COLPITTS FOLK ART 15359 Highway 7, East Ship Harbour 902-772-2090 barrycolpitts.ca The artist’s home and outbuildings will stand out as they are adorned with his colourful folk art. BLACK SHEEP FOLK ART GALLERY 1689 West Jeddore Road, Head of Jeddore 902-889-5012 blacksheepart.com This colourful gallery is located in a converted 1,200-square-foot fish plant. Featuring the work of over 40 Nova Scotian folk artists, including Barry Colpitts and Maud Lewis. HOSKING GENERAL STORE AT MEMORY LANE HERITAGE VILLAGE 5435 Clam Harbour Road, Lake Charlotte 902-845-1937 | 877-287-0697 heritagevillage.ca Built in 1894, this year-round general store displays merchandise typical of the 1940s. coastalnovascotia.ca
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Sober Island Boat Tours
Photo: @daveyandsky
MURPHY’S CAMPING AND SCENIC BOAT TOURS 308 Murphy’s Road, Tangier 902-772-2700 | 800-565-0000 murphyscamping.ca Welcome aboard the Murphy’s Legacy, a Cape Island-style wooden boat offering coastal island tours, fishing tours, sunset cruises, and an island drop-off service. COASTAL ADVENTURES 84 Mason’s Point Road, Tangier 902-772-2774 | 877-404-2774 coastaladventures.com Over 30 years offering guided sea kayaking tours and coastal paddling excursions. Guided adventures available for every interest and skill level. THE DEANERY PROJECT 751 West Ship Harbour Road, Lower Ship Harbour 902-845-1888 thedeaneryproject.com Explore the trails, take in the waterfront, or attend a workshop on topics ranging from permaculture and maple tree tapping, to guitar building and straw bale construction. NORSE COVE CAMPING N orse Cov e AND KAYAK CENTRE 51 Dewolfes Road, Tangier 902-430-4559 norsecovecamping.com Norse Cove is your one stop destination on the Eastern Shore for small footprint, eco-friendly camping and kayak exploration of the Eastern Shore Wild Islands. A full-service kayak centre with exceptional sea kayak equipment, guides and Paddle Canada Instructors with a fresh and innovative approach to kayak training and exploration. 32
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HARBOUR BREEZES DAYLILIES 10099 Highway 7, Head of Jeddore 902-889-3179 harbourbreezes.ca A gardener’s delight featuring over 800 varieties of daylilies and 100 varieties of rare Japanese irises. Gift shop on site. SOBER ISLAND BOAT TOURS 73 Levy Road, Sober Island, Sheet Harbour 902-885-5389 Facebook: Sober Island Boat Tours Sightseeing boat tours; also lobster fishing tours mid-May to mid-June. Sightseeing tours are weather and tide-dependent; for tour times and reservations call or use Facebook messenger. LISCOMBE LODGE MARINA 2884 Highway 7, Liscomb Mills 902-779-2307 liscombelodge.ca Service dock, water. Electric, fuel, washroom, showers. Resort facilities available to visiting boaters.
NORSE COVE CAMPING
Photo: Alexa Cude
For further marina information contact Harbour Authorities, visit:
dfo-mpo.gc.ca
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LISCOMBE LODGE MARINA
Photo: Adam Cornich, Acorn Art & Photography
Beaches and Provincial Parks CLAM HARBOUR BEACH PROVINCIAL PARK 158 Beach Road, Clam Harbour A long sandy beach and a picnic area in a field atop a bluff. Supervised on weekends only. TAYLOR HEAD PROVINCIAL PARK 20140 Highway 7, Spry Bay A beautiful picnic park with boardwalks to white sand beach and several backcountry hiking trails (2 km to 8 km) along the Mushaboom Harbour.
CLAM HARBOUR
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Trails OYSTER POND (1.5 km) A short walk leads from the dam at Oyster Pond along an old loop highway to a war memorial. TAYLOR HEAD PROVINCIAL PARK TRAIL (various distances) Off Highway 7 in Spry Bay Several backcountry hiking trails, ranging from 2 km to 8 km along Mushaboom Harbour and the end of the peninsula. LISCOMB RIVER TRAIL SYSTEM Liscomb Mills (various distances) Over 20 km of trails, from 1 km to 9.5 km, the system features inland and coastal hiking, waterfalls, swinging bridge.
TAYLOR HEAD PROVINCIAL BEACH
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businesses
Contact info:
Sober Island Brewing 902-885-2700 Monday -Friday 6am-3pm
Specialty Coffees Serving breakfast, lunch, sweets and treats. Family & Dog Friendly Taproom & Beer Garden
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attractions
Norse Cove Camping and Kayak Centre Far from the ordinary…. Your one stop destination for small footprint, eco-friendly camping and a full service kayak centre exploration of the Eastern Shore Wild Islands.
MacPhee House Museum
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FOOD & DRINK THE COOKHOUSE AT MEMORY LANE HERITAGE VILLAGE 5435 Clam Harbour Road, Lake Charlotte 902-845-1937 | 877-287-0697 heritagevillage.ca Cookhouse chow is served buffet style in the 60-seat replica of a 1940s cookhouse between 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. daily while the Museum is open. All food is prepared on-site and features baked beans, soup, homemade brown bread, gingerbread, cookies, coffee, tea, and lemonade. HARBOURSIDE COFFEE HOUSE 22808 Highway 7, Sheet Harbour 902-885-2700 F harbourside coffee house Open Monday to Friday 6am-3pm. Serving breakfast, lunch, sweets and treats. THE HENLEY HOUSE PUB & RESTAURANT 22478 Highway 7, Sheet Harbour 902-885-3335 henleyhouse.ca Located in a 96-year-old former inn, the Henley House Pub & Restaurant features live music, local seafood, and a full-service bar. Opens at 12 p.m.
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FAIRWINDS MOTEL & RESTAURANT 22522 Highway 7, Sheet Harbour 902-885-2502 fairwindsmotelsheetharbour.ca Casual licensed dining with harbour view. IL PORTO RESTAURANT 22808 Highway, Sheet Harbour 902-885-3111 facebook.com/ilporto Enjoy homemade food in a casual atmosphere. RIVERSIDE DINING ROOM AT LISCOMBE LODGE RESORT 2884 Highway 7, Liscomb Mills 902-779-2307 | 800-665-6343 liscombelodge.ca Relaxed fine dining featuring fresh seafood, local produce, and Nova Scotia wines. Planked salmon is prepared the traditional way, slow-roasted outdoors. SLIPPERY OYSTER RESTAURANT 22715 Highway 7, Sheet Harbour 902-885-2293 Under new ownership, this rebranded restaurant is housed in the Sheet Harbour Motel. Enjoy the view while choosing a dish from their new menu.
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Craft Beverages SOBER ISLAND BREWING COMPANY LTD. 22462 Highway 7, Sheet Harbour 902-719-9463 soberislandbrewing.ca You can find Sober Island ales in your favourite local eateries along the Eastern Shore or you can visit them at their location beside Henley House Pub & Restaurant.
SOBER ISLAND BREWING
Specialty Foods
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HARDYWARES PRESERVES hardywares.com info@hardywares.com facebook.com/ hardyWaresPreserves Small-batch traditional recipes for jams, jellies, pickles and relishes all made in Necum Teuch. TANGIER LOBSTER 172 Lawlors Point Road, Tangier 902-772-2130 tangierlobster.com Tangier Lobster is a leading Canadian exporter of live lobster. 40
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Accommodations PADDLER’S RETREAT B&B 84 Mason’s Point Rd, Tangier 902-772-2774 coastaladventures.com Circa 1860 fisherman’s home offers four rooms with shared and private baths. Full breakfast included. Sea kayaking tours and rentals available. FAIRWINDS MOTEL & RESTAURANT 22522 Highway 7, Sheet Harbour 902-885-2502 fairwindsmotelsheetharbour.ca 10 air-conditioned units, TV, licensed dining room. LISCOMBE LODGE RESORT & CONFERENCE CENTRE 2884 Highway 7, Liscomb Mills 902-779-2307 800-665-6343 liscombelodge.ca This Nova Scotia Signature Resort offers rustic chalets, spacious four- bedroom cottages, and luxury-lodge guest rooms with private balconies. coastalnovascotia.ca
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MARMALADE MOTEL 25658 Nova Scotia Highway 7, Port Dufferin 782-285-0095 themarmalademotel.com Each one of 8 rooms is individually decorated with a Modern BoHo vibe. Every room offers a private balcony with westward facing ocean views, perfect for catching afternoon rays or watching the sunset. WEBBER’S LAKE CHARLOTTE MOTEL 11470 Highway 7, Lake Charlotte 902-440-6731 webbersmotel.com Local charm at reasonable rates, the motel is located minutes from Clam Harbour Beach and on an extensive trail system that is used by hikers, mountain bikes, and ATVs.
Gateway to 100 Wild Islands
MURPHY’S
Camping on the Ocean
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Campgrounds MURPHY’S CAMPING ON THE OCEAN 308 Murphy’s Road, Murphy Cove, (Tangier) 902-772-2700 | 800-565-0000 murphyscamping.ca 25 unserviced, 13 serviced, 4 rental units, Wi-Fi and laundry, situated on a peninsula overlooking the ocean. Marina, boat tours, and canoe rentals available. NORSE COVE CAMPING N orse Cov e AND KAYAK CENTRE 51 Dewolfes Road, Tangier 902-430-4559 norsecovecamping.com Far from the ordinary…. A beautiful, oceanside campground with unique tent platforms, micro-cabins, RV sites, access to the Wild Islands and beautiful beaches! Enjoy one of the best headland ocean views in Nova Scotia only an hour and fifteen minutes’ drive from Halifax. SPRY BAY CAMPGROUND AND CABINS 19867 Highway 7, Spry Bay, (Tangier) 902-772-2554 | 866-229-8014 sprybaycampground.ca 43 overnight sites; 19 sites, 24 unserviced and two campers cabins. Open and wooded sites. Beautiful spacious tenting area. Showers, laundromat, fire pits, wood, ice, payphone. Convenience store and pizza shop. Playground, above ground swimming pool, free Wi-Fi, communal campfires.
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As you make your way into this section of the Eastern Shore, you’ll find Nova Scotia’s largest museum site at Sherbrooke Village. Dating back to 1860 through to the First World War, you’ll walk through a typical Nova Scotian village in those times and gain a unique sense of history. Stroll the Main Street where you’ll find dining experiences in a relaxed atmosphere. As you continue along the shore, you’ll want to stop and capture more memories of beautiful St. Mary’s River. Continue your journey by car, or a short ferry ride, where you’ll appreciate the natural wonders as you wind your way around the dips and bends in the road that give way to incredible coastal vistas. You may want to take along your rod because you’ll encounter several great fishing spots along the way. Plan to spend the night, enjoy the hospitality, and the view of a sunrise or a sunset along a hidden treasure of this shore.
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Services Gas Stations SHERBROOKE GARAGE LTD 8152 Highway 7, Sherbrooke 902-522-2881 Service station, 24-hour emergency towing
Grocery Stores CLOVER FARMS SUPER MARKET 3 Main Street, Sherbrooke 902-522-2999
Pharmacy SHOPPERS DRUG MART 14 Main St, Sherbrooke 902-522-2010 Monday to Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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BAIRD’S TRADESMEN MUSEUM 12455 Highway 7, Aspen Large collection of tools used by the fine craftsmen of many nowforgotten trades: cobbler, cooper, farrier, blacksmith, woodturner, carpenter/joiner, leatherworker, wheelwright, typesetter, saw filer/ fitter, weaving and spinning. GOLDBORO INTERPRETIVE CENTRE 12881 Highway 316, Goldboro Learn about the local area, past (fishing, forestry, mining and ship building) and present. GOLDENVILLE GOLD MINING INTERPRETIVE CENTRE 199 Goldenville Road, Goldenville On the site of what was once a working gold mine, this restored turn-of-the century church now houses a gold mining interpretive centre. PARC DE NOS ANCÊTRES Larry’s River, Highway 316 A peaceful, historic park that features handpainted rocks and plaques that movingly tell the story of the Acadian settlers in the area.
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La Société Acadienne de Torbé
PARC DE NOS ANCÊTRES
AND PLACE SAVALETTE Highway 316, Port Felix Interpretative panels and paintings bring to life the amazing story of this Basque Captain who fished these waters many years ago and welcomed such notable visitors as Samuel de Champlain.
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PORT BICKERTON LIGHTHOUSE INTERPRETIVE CENTRE Marine Drive, Route 211 902-364-2007 portbickertonlighthouse.ca This restored lighthouse is accessible by car from the Village of Port Bickerton and displays story boards, pictures, and directories on all of Nova Scotia’s remaining lighthouses. SHERBROOKE VILLAGE PROVINCIAL MUSEUM 42 Main Street, Sherbrooke 902-522-2400 | 888-743-7845 sherbrookevillage.novascotia.ca facebook.com/sherbrookevillage Every day is a trip back in time as Nova Scotia’s 19th-century heritage is brought to life for visitors of all ages by costumed interpreters in 25 original heritage buildings including blacksmiths, potters, weavers and printers. ST. MARY’S RIVER ASSOCIATION SALMON MUSEUM 8404 Highway 7, Sherbrooke 902-522-2099 stmarysriverassociation.com Displays of fishing exhibits from the St. Mary’s River. Learn about the lifecycle of an Atlantic salmon and enjoy exhibits on local wildlife. coastalnovascotia.ca 47
SHERBROOKE VILLAGE AMBROTYPE STUDIO 42 Main Street, Sherbrooke 902-522-2400 Get outfitted in period costume (1860–1900) and have your photo taken at Canada’s only ambrotype photo studio. SHERBROOKE VILLAGE TREASURES AND GIFTS 42 Main Street, Sherbrooke 888-743-7845 902-522-2400 museum.gov.ns.ca/sv Handmade items produced in Sherbrooke Village, including woodturning products, pottery, blacksmith pieces, hand cream, and candles. THE SOAP COMPANY OF NOVA SCOTIA LTD. (STUDIO & SHOP) 8000 Highway 7, Sherbrooke 844-522-2114 | 902-522-2114 soapnovascotia.com Find small batch products for your family, your pets and your home. 48
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FOOD & DRINK BEANIE’S BISTRO 27 Main St, Sherbrooke 902-522-2044 Handmade, locally sourced food served with a little local love on every plate. MCDANIEL’S TEA ROOM AND RESTAURANT 42 Main Street, Sherbrooke Village 902-522-2423 Tea room providing light meals for visitors, just as it did when the McDaniel family operated the hotel from the 1860s until 1918.
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SEAWIND LANDING COUNTRY INN 159 Wharf Road, Highway 316, Charlos Cove 902-525-2108 | 800-563-4667 seawindlanding.ca Seaside country gourmet dining at breakfast and dinner. Open year round. (October 15 to May 31, call ahead). Reservations are recommended. SHERBROOKE VILLAGE INN RESTAURANT 7975 Highway 7, Sherbrooke 902-522-2228 sherbrookevillageinn.com A number of dining options, a full service menu breakfast, luncheons, high tea and dinner by the fire. Or if you need to be on the road, they offer take away options for your convenience. SMOKEY HOLLOW GENERAL STORE 17490 highway 316, Cross Roads Country Harbour 902-328-2576 Delicious homemade meals with convenience items. WHITNEY’S CORNER STORE 4955 Highway 211, Port Bickerton 902-364-2017 Great food and warm hospitality.
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Your Eastern Shore destination, half-way between Halifax and the Cabot Trail Take the road less travelled. 1-800-563-4667 • www.seawindlanding.ca
NovaNature Adventures www.NovaNatureAdventures.com Ph: 902-387-2089
Eastern Shore nature adventures, boat tours, and dark sky events - Let your inner naturalist emerge. Launching from: Seawind Landing Country Inn
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NOVANATURE ADVENTURES 598 Isaac Harbour Road, Isaac Harbour 902-387-2089 NovaNatureAdventures.com Launching from Seawind Landing Country Inn, we offer a variety of half-day adventures that include special nature encounters, art experiences, history and culture moments, a spectacular boat tour of Tor Bay and dark sky events.
Beaches and Provincial Parks SALSMAN PROVINCIAL PARK Highway 316, Country Harbour 888-544-3434 novascotiaparks.ca A picnic park with a view of the harbour. The facility has a boat launch and can accommodate tents and RVs for overnight guests. Great area for swimming. SHERBROOKE PROVINCIAL PARK 8407 Highway 7, Sherbrooke Small picnic park on the banks of the St. Mary’s River. LOCHIEL LAKE PROVINCIAL PARK 13575 Highway 7, Lochiel Quiet picnic park under mixed- wood trees. Lake is suitable for boating and swimming.
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PORT BICKERTON BEACH PARK Route 211, 640 Lighthouse Road A naturalist’s paradise, this beach is a quiet one that stretches along 3.7 km of maintained trails with interpretive panels describing the local flora. TOR BAY BEACH PROVINCIAL PARK 650 Highway 316, Tor Bay Picturesque picnic area on a rocky point looks out to the open Atlantic. Sand beaches, boardwalk, interpretive displays.
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visitguysborough.ca PORT BICKERTON LIGHTHOUSE BEACH PARK AND TRAIL Off Route 211 (various distances) A boardwalk meanders through flora to a sandy beach. A great family trail featuring a lighthouse museum. UNITED EMPIRE LOYALIST TRAIL On Highway 316, Stormont (2.2 km) This trail acknowledges the Loyalists who settled in the area. RADAR BASE TRAIL turn right onto Hwy 316 near Cole Harbour This trail, that leads you to the Queensport Road Trail in Guysborough, highlights the remains of a Second World War airforce radar base, huge glacial erratics (rocks left from the last ice age) and panoramic views from the top. STONEWALL PARK Highway 7 – across from Sherbrooke Provincial Park It is the perfect place to get outside and experience nature in the heart of the community of Sherbrooke. The park has graveled walking trails, boardwalks, platforms over-looking the beautiful rapids of the St. Mary’s River and picnic tables.
Boating ST. MARY’S BOAT CLUB Located behind Sherbrooke Village Museum. Floating dock, four berths for small boats, launch way, no services. For more information phone Don Dunbar at 902-522-2572.
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Accommodations DAYSAGO B&B 15 Cameron Road, Sherbrooke 902-522-2811 | 902-328-7600 bbcanada.com/daysago Three guest rooms. Relax in the sun porch with view of St. Mary’s River. LONELY ROCK SEASIDE BUNGALOWS 150 New Harbour Road, New Harbour 902-387-2668 | 866-248-1877 lonelyrock.com Six fully equipped cottages nestled in a wooded area overlooking a sandy beach with fire pit, playground, and ocean views. MURPHY’S INN B&B 6163 Highway 316, Larry’s River 902-525-2411 | 902-476-8687 murphysinn.ca Located by the river in the historical Acadian fishing village of Larry’s River, Murphy’s Inn is a painter or photographers dream come true. Four rooms. SEAWIND LANDING COUNTRY INN 159 Wharf Road, Highway 316, Charlos Cove 902-525-2108 | 800-563-4667 seawindlanding.ca Located on a 20-acre peninsula overlooking the sheltered waters of Tor Bay and the vast Atlantic Ocean, enjoy your perfect seaside getaway. They welcome your furry family as well. Open year round. (October 15 to May 31, call ahead). 54
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SHERBROOKE VILLAGE INN 7975 Highway 7, Sherbrooke 902-522-2228 866-522-3818 sherbrookevillageinn.ca Fourteen comfortable guest rooms with private baths, efficiency units, and housekeeping chalets.
Campgrounds NIMROD’S CAMPGROUND 159 Highway 211, Stillwater 902-522-2441 nimrodscampground.ca Sixty sites, 52 with water and electric, Wi-Fi, canteen, swimming, and playground. Canoe rentals and rec hall, washer toss, darts, dump station, hiking trails. SALSMAN PROVINCIAL PARK Highway 316, Country Harbour 888-544-3434 novascotiaparks.ca A picnic park with a view of the harbour. The facility has a boat launch and can accommodate tents and RVs for overnight guests. Great area for swimming.
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Your appreciation for the natural wonders of the world will increase by leaps and bounds as you wind your way around the dips and bends in the roads that give way to incredible coastal vistas. This is Chedabucto Bay, one of Nova Scotia’s best kept secrets. Your prize at the end of this beautiful drive is the hospitality that awaits you in one of the picturesque communities. Lining the colourful Guysborough waterfront on Wednesday nights during the summer months you’ll enjoy a weekly ceilidh that features the talents of several young musicians and dancers. The community pride swells along this section of the Eastern Shore. Take in an annual festival or experience one of the many outdoor events. Community pride is evident in the preservation of the area’s history that can be found in community-run museums like the Mulgrave Heritage Centre by taking Route 344. As you travel along this stretch of the Eastern Shore, you will enjoy breathtaking views and stunning sunsets and you’ll realize this was a truly beautiful way to end your tour of the mainland.
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Services Gas Stations COOK’S GAS BAR AND CAFÉ 10016 Highway 16, Guysborough 902-533-2993 Open daily 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. HANHAM’S GARAGE Half Island Cove CANSO GARAGE Canso
Grocery Stores YOUR INDEPENDENT GROCER Guysborough CANSO COOP Canso
Pharmacies GUYSBOROUGH PHARMACHOICE Guysborough CANSO PHARMACY Canso
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CANSO ISLANDS NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE 1465 Union Street, Canso 902-295-2069 | 902-366-3136 (summer) pc.gc.ca/lhn-nhs/ns/canso/index.aspx The site commemorates the significant role the fishery played in international commerce since the early 1700s. Visit the ruins of 18th-century fortifications and then explore the interpretive trail system. Enjoy a free 15-minute ride on a fishing boat that shuttles guests from the mainland to Grassy Island. WHITMAN HOUSE MUSEUM & VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 1297 Union Street, Canso 902-366-2170 visitguysborough.ca/whitmanhouse-museum Whitman House illustrates the history of Canso Town and eastern Guysborough County, with exhibits from Canso Harbour. OUT OF THE FOG LIGHTHOUSE MUSEUM 4291 Highway 16, Half Island Cove 902-358-2108 902-358-2290 (off season) outofthefog.ca Exhibits showcase the lightkeeper’s way of life and demonstrate the operations of the light station. The Museum is lovingly run by the Keepers of the Beacon.
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AND QUEENSPORT LIGHTHOUSE Rook Island, Queensport The lighthouse’s crisp white clapboard and red tower offers a cheerful beacon to vessels passing tiny Rook Island in Chedabucto Bay. Built in 1936, this lighthouse is an example of the evolution in the design of traditional lighthouses. PRINCE HENRY SINCLAIR MONUMENT Highway 16, Halfway Cove Commemorating the landing of the Prince Henry Sinclair Expedition (c. 1398). The monument is a fifteen-ton granite boulder with a black granite narrative plaque offering a panoramic view of Chedabuto Bay. OLD COURT HOUSE MUSEUM 106 Church Street, Guysborough 902-533-4008 guysboroughhistoricalsociety.ca Built in 1842-43 the museum offers a large selection of books and reference materials, including numerous complete and incomplete genealogies for use within the museum. MULGRAVE HERITAGE CENTRE 54 Loggie Street, Mulgrave 902-747-2788 The Heritage Centre and Cenotaph was built in the form of a replica to the former Scotia Ferry and is a must see stop on the Eastern Shore. The town’s rich history from the building of the Canso Causeway, to memorabilia from the First and Second World Wars, to the railroad, and the fishing industry are on display at this unique centre. coastalnovascotia.ca
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AWE SUMMER! 80 Main Street, Guysborough artworkseast.ca The summer gallery of the artists and crafters of ArtWorks East, located right on the Guysborough Marina, featuring paintings, prints, photography, jewelry, quilts, wood carvings, gift cards and more. Visit their website for hours of operation. GUYSBOROUGH COMMUNITY MARKET Jost Building, Guysborough Waterfront 902-358-2061 A community gathering place, the market cooperative is where you will find many local wares to purchase. Visit their website for hours of operation. THE LOFT GALLERY 102 Main Street, Guysborough 902-533-2851 seashoredecor.ca theloftguysborough@gmail.com Beautiful works by local artists, oil paintings, photography, seaglass creations, folk art, cards and posters.
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Beaches and Provincial Parks BLACK DUCK PROVINCIAL PARK 1409 Little Dover Road, Little Dover A boardwalk leads to a beautiful sandy beach park and shoreline walking trail. QUEENSPORT BEACH 5420 Route 16, Queensport A small sand and cobble beach overlooking historic Queensport Lighthouse. Interpretive display, picnic tables. BOYLSTON PROVINCIAL PARK 11131 Highway 16, Boylston Picnic area on Guysborough Harbour, with a short bridge to a small offshore island. PORT SHOREHAM BEACH PROVINCIAL PARK 1720 Highway 344, Port Shoreham A sand beach with picnic tables and change houses.
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CHEDABUCTO LIFESTYLE COMPLEX 60 Green Street, Guysborough municipality.guysborough.ns.ca 902-533-2015 The CLC houses the Chedabucto Fitness Centre, community meeting and event space, an elementary sized gymnasium that can be converted into community space for weddings or other larger events. In Winter, lace up your skates and go for a spin on the 1000ft figure-eight loop or shoot the puck on the shinny rink. In Summer, a four lane running track around the soccer field offers a great place to do laps. GUYSBOROUGH COMMUNITY MARKET Jost’s Building, Guysborough Waterfront 902-358-2061 A community gathering place, the market cooperative is where you will find many local wares to purchase.
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visitguysborough.ca BLACK DUCK TRAIL 1409 Little Dover Road, Little Dover (3.5 km) Shoreline accessible walking trail with change houses, vault toilets with boardwalk and crushed rock trails. Roofed shelters and picnic tables with bird watching and beachcoming. CHAPEL GULLY TRAIL, Canso (10 km) A short loop around a saltwater estuary leads via a bridge to a full two-hour hike along shoreline and woodland. GRASSY ISLAND TRAIL, Canso (1 km loop) At the Interpretive Centre, visitors will see photographic and video displays, models, and 18thcentury artifacts. QUEENSPORT ROAD TRAIL, Queensport (9 km one-way) This trails takes you through forests of spruce and fir. It leads to the remains of a Second World War airforce radar base displaying huge rocks left from the last ice age. THE GREAT TRAIL—GUYSBOROUGH NATURE TRAIL (50 km) The first section of The Great Trail to open in Nova Scotia, it extends from Guysborough to Country Harbour, offering spectacular views of wilderness, a suspension bridge, and waterfalls. 62
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GUYSBOROUGH WATERFRONT TRAIL (2 to 3 km return) Leave your vehicle at the Old Courthouse Museum and walk along the sidewalk towards the water. You may see eagles and other forms of waterfowl. SCOTIA FERRY LOOK-OFF, Mulgrave A beautiful 1.7-km maintained trail with a perfect location to view the routes that boats used to travel on the Strait of Canso. The lookoff features a walking path with benches and documented history along the path.
Marinas CAPE CANSO MARINA 1639 Union Street, Canso 902-366-2937 Short-term docking is subject to availability. GUYSBOROUGH MARINA 106 Main Street Guysborough 902-533-2052 Fuel, water, power, washrooms, showers. Within walking distance of stores and restaurants. VENUS COVE MARINA 16 Loggie Street, Mulgrave 902-747-2788 Serviced docks to accommodate 15 boats. Water, power, guest moorings. Washrooms.
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DESBARRES MANOR INN, GUYSBOROUGH
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FOOD & DRINK HART’S VILLAGE GROCERY 11771 Main Street, Boylston 902-533-3431 Offering a variety of grocery items and take away deli counter foods. BIG G’S PIZZA & RESTAURANT 111 Main Street, Guysborough 902-533-1886 | biggspizza.ca Big G’s Pizza serves affordable homemade meals with fast and friendly service. ROBIN’S DONUTS COOK’S GAS BAR AND CAFÉ 10016 Highway 16, Guysborough 902-533-2993 Eat-in or take-out/drive-thru. Coffee, ice cappuccino, all day breakfast options, homemade baked goods including donuts and muffins. AUTHENTIC SEACOAST 80 Main St. Guysborough 902-533-2078 authenticseacoast.com Located in the heart of Guysborough, Authentic Seacoast offers a multitude of experiences and products for visitors, from the historic DesBarres Manor Inn, craft beverages, full steam coffee to distillery tours. THE FRONT PORCH 39 Loggie street, Mulgrave, The Front Porch (square.site) F the front porch A local licensed café & ice cream barn.
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Accommodations DESBARRES MANOR INN 90 Church Street, Guysborough 902-533-2099 | 1-888-933-2099 desbarresmanor.com Genuine maritime hospitality await you with elegant common spaces, large guest rooms with original art and fine antiques. DISTILLERY HOUSE 75 Ferry Road, Guysborough 902-533-3904 Distillery House is part of Authentic Seacoast’s hospitality of offerings in historic Guysborough offering affordable comfort at its newly renovated facilities. YURTS IN THE VINEYARD 75 Ferry Road, Guysborough 902-533-3904 | seacoaststay.ca A one of a kind glamping adventure in authentically Canadian made yurts. Settled within a private oceanside vineyard you will enjoy an experience that is unique to the Eastern Shore.
Campgrounds BOYLSTON PROVINCIAL PARK 11087 Highway 16, Boylston 35 overnight sites (unserviced), with a picnic area, interpretive display, and a stocked lake. Park amenities include vault toilets, disposal station, fire grills, and wood. Leashed pets are permitted. SEABREEZE CAMPGROUND AND COTTAGES 230 Fox Island Road, Canso 902-366-2352 50 open and wooded sites for tents or RVs, on a 7.2-hectare property overlooking Chedabucto Bay. Swimming, boating, recreation opportunities. Four fully equipped housekeeping cottages also available. coastalnovascotia.ca
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Day trips to dream trips, we have a little something for everyone, all just down the road! Explore the right Eastern or Northern Nova Scotia activity for Our passport advertisers are highlighted in the red dots, please see the corresponding numbers and visit them in you at our website. coastalnovascotia.ca our passport to adventure for a chance to win prizes... Want help planning your staycation or daycation?
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We have something for every traveler including private guestrooms riverside chalets, harbour cruises, indoor pool, outdoor activities, hiking trails and a life size chess board. Liscombe Lodge will provide hours of entertainment and a lifetime of memories. CALL 1-800-665-6343 TO BOOK OR BOOK DIRECTLY AT WWW.LISCOMBELODGE.CA we look forward to seeing you! 2884 Highway 7 Liscomb Mills, NS BOJ 2AO