Walk the windswept barrens or stroll the sandy beaches of Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Stand on the edge of beautiful cliffs and take in the rolling waves of the Atlantic Ocean. Backpack trails or take a trip around the winding roads of the scenic Cabot Trail. Wetlands, hiking trails, canoeing or bicycling can all be part of a relaxing vacation to this picturesque province on Canada’s East Coast.
Nova Scotia is rich in historical culture and natural wonders. Visit Cape Chignecto, where you can hike scenic trails or search for unique rocks. Beautiful clean beaches give an ample supply of seashells. Starfish, sea urchins and sand dollars can all be collected at low tide. Watch crabs scramble for a hiding spot as the tide retreats. Stand on shore and gaze out to sea while the wind blows upon your face. Romance is heightened at dusk as a couple strolls the beach hand in hand, watching a beautiful sunset. Yellows, oranges, pinks, purples and blues turn the seas into a kaleidoscope of color.
Be sure to spend a day at Taylor Head. The pure white sand of the beach is an ideal place to spread a blanket for a picnic.
The rugged cliffs surrounding the Bay of Fundy flourish with old-growth forests and rare plant life. The South Shore teems with wildlife at Thomas Raddall Provincial Park.
A trip to Nova Scotia would not be complete without taking in the coastal scenery of majestic Smokey Mountain. A panorama of awesome sights greets you from every angle of the picturesque Cabot Trail. At North Pool, crystal salmon pools are a sight to behold.
Ten scenic travelways encircle Nova Scotia. You will pass through quaint villages, where friendly natives will welcome you and provide you with helpful information about their province. Panorama views from the towering cliffs will leave you breathless. Quiet beaches and beautiful bays will make you long to stay forever in the solitude that brings peace to your soul. Take a weeklong hike around the Cape Breton Highlands that will fill you with unforgettable wonders.
Nova Scotia is filled with natural wonders, prehistoric fossils and diverse historical culture. Acadian Maple Products Ltd is located on Route 4 in Wentworth County and is open from March to April. It is a living history maple sugar manufacturing village. Guides take you on a tour of the production of maple syrup from the 1800’s to present day. Admission is free.
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