Top Things to do in Southwest Nova Scotia
Top Hotels in Southwest Nova Scotia
- 1. Days Inn by Wyndham Bridgewater Conference Center
- 2. Rum Runner Inn
- 3. Bayside Inn
- 4. Best Western Plus Bridgewater Hotel & Convention Centre
- 5. Dockside Suites
- 6. Tru By Hilton Yarmouth
- 7. Lakelawn B&B Motel
- 8. Rodd Grand Yarmouth Hotel
- 9. Smugglers Cove Inn
- 10. A Seafaring Maiden Bed and Breakfast
10 Hiking Trails in Southwest Nova Scotia That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Southwest Nova Scotia, United States including Atlantic View Trail, Gaff Point Trail, Harvest Moon Trailway, LaHave River Trail, Fundy View Trail, Springhill Pit Pond Walking Trail, Cape Split Hiking Trail, Rum Runners Trail, Balancing Rock Trail, The Gorge.
Restaurants in Southwest Nova Scotia
1. Atlantic View Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By rivieratravels - Halifax, Canada
We immensely enjoy exploring the various trails that are part of the rails-to-trails system on the Eastern Shore. Another of our favourites is the Atlantic View Trail. On this walk, we picked up the trail near Three Fathom Harbour Road and walked as far as Lawrencetown Beach. The first part of the trail has a spectacular vista from Rocky Run where a bridge spans the turbulent waters as the tide rushes in or out from the Atlantic Ocean towards Porter’s Lake. As you take this trail you will walk through both marsh and rugged forest with views of the Atlantic Ocean along the way. Take a side trail up the embankments and you’ll have even better glimpses of the spectacular coastline. The trail opens up more as you come to the section that is between Porter’s Lake and Lawrencetown Beach. We’ve spied beavers building lodges, eagles flying overhead and a multitude of other birds making their homes alongside the trail. Once you arrive at Lawrencetown Beach you’ll be treated to magnificent views of waves crashing onto the stones of the shoreline. And if you have even more energy, keep going as the trail links up with the Salt Marsh trail at one end and the Blueberry Run Trail closer to Three Fathom Harbour. This is another must-walk trail!
2. Gaff Point Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By Justtravelling4 - Halifax, Canada
We thoroughly enjoyed hiking this trail, it really had a little bit of everything. A beautiful beach, stunning water views, and stunning treks through wooded areas. The walk through the fir trees was one of my favourite portions of the trail, the smell was amazing. There are some exposed roots in places and the walk across the beach rocks is a little challenging on the ankles, but overall a pretty easy to moderate trail. I recommend walking the farm land area over the hill instead of the entire beach as it gives you a break from the sea rocks. The owners have it marked and don’t mind as long as the horses are not in the field. Once you get to the loop we went to the right first. It means you finish on the water view side of the trail. The trail in total including walking Hirtle Beach is about 6.6 km. We finished the entire trail in about 90 mins, this included stopping for pics etc. I highly recommend for anyone of any age, definitely a trail I’d return to.
3. Harvest Moon Trailway
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
"The Harvest Moon Trailway is a safe, multi-use active transportation route that passes through picturesque communities offering access to farm markets, wineries, craft beverage producers, restaurants, u-picks, accommodations and other businesses," said Beth Pattillo, chair of the AVTC. "The trailway aims to increase trail activity, promote active living, and grow economic opportunities.
Reviewed By BillD1397
Visited wolvville last weekend , a bustling little town with the return of the college students, took our bike along the trail for and hours plus ride, great scenery easy riding to Evangeline beach
4. LaHave River Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By irenetH159ZZ
This is a easy level walk up the lahave river. It has nice shady areas so great to walk on a hit day. the grade to the trail is very slight. it has pretty views of the river.
5. Fundy View Trail
6. Springhill Pit Pond Walking Trail
7. Cape Split Hiking Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 245 reviews
Reviewed By 2015eastcoasters - Nova Scotia, Canada
A long hike along a trail to a beautiful view. Wear comfortable footwear because its a long walk but worth the time.
8. Rum Runners Trail
9. Balancing Rock Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 168 reviews
Reviewed By smorrisve0fc
The Balancing Rock trail is a well marked and laid out trail to get from the road out to the coast where the Balancing Rock is. There are frequent wooden boardwalks to keep you above the swampy ground. There are lots of signs that detail the flora and fauna of the region and give you information on the area. The climb down to the viewing platform has been updated and has a great staircase with railings which felt safe in the misty weather. The hike out to the rock takes about 15-20 minutes so it is not too taxing on all manner of ages and conditions. They have done a super job making this natural landmark accessible to the public.
