Welcome To Peggy's Cove

Climb rocks sculpted by the ice age 20,000 years ago, to the famous lighthouse, mail a letter and take a keepsake photo. Cautiously hike along granite outcrops marveling at the powerful surf, relax with some homemade chowder and gingerbread. Have a yarn with our resident fishermen and artists who call this natural masterpiece home. While traveling along Highway 333, be sure not to miss the villages of Terence Bay, West Dover, Prospect, Peggy’s Cove, and Indian Harbour.

Hidden Gems

• Clam Pond Tidal Pool: Discover the sea life located in the delicate environment of the Peggy’s Cove Preservation Area.

Things to Do

• Visit the deGarthe Gallery & Fishermen’s Monument: View the private collection of artist William E. deGarthe. Housed in his former home, this gift to the community was never meant to be sold, but to be enjoyed by visitors for years to come.
• Buy Lobster at Ryer & Ryer Lobster Pound: Maritime cuisine to go. Purchase fresh live or boiled lobsters that can be wrapped to go or shipped home.
• Don’t Forget Your Camera: The Peggy’s Cove lighthouse is the most photographed lighthouse in Canada and an icon of our marine heritage. STAY OFF THE WET AND BLACK ROCKS!
• Stroll Through the Village: Read the many interpretive panels highlighting the history and geology.
• Take a Scenic Boat Tour: Cruise out to see nesting arctic terns, puffins, seals, and the occasional whale. Tours depart from the Peggy’s Cove Government Wharf.
• Peggy’s Cove Government Wharf
• 178 Peggy's Cove Road, Peggy's Cove
• Shop the Village: Treat yourself to a handcrafted memento of your visit from Beales’ Bailiwick.
• Explore Shut-In Island: Accessible only by boat, this massive granite “whalesback” shaped island affords an amazing view for those who hike to its summit. Camping is permitted on the island, but watch out for its resident ghosts, camp at your own risk.
• Fish or Launch Your Boat At Peggy’s Cove Government Wharf or West Dover Government Wharf.
• Peggy’s Cove Government Wharf
• 178 Peggy's Cove Road, Peggy's Cove
• Dive our Underwater Scenery: Bring your own gear or guided tours, dive training, and rental equipment are available from Torpedo Rays in Halifax.
• Cranberry Cove: From the entrance to Peggy’s Cove, turn left on Hwy 333. The dive entrance is on the left after about 600 metres (2000 feet).
• Paddy’s Head: From Hwy 333, turn down Paddy’s Head Road in Indian Harbour. The dive entrance is on the right just before the bridge.
• “Its Some Good”: Chow down on delicious homemade chowder, gingerbread, fudge, ice cream, or lobster.
• Dee Dee’s Gourmet Ice Cream will Satisfy the Most Discriminating Ice Cream Lover
• The Homemade Fudge and Gingerbread at the Sou’Wester Restaurant is sure to please.
• Treat Yourself to a Steaming Bowl of Seafood Chowder at Tea & Treasures
• Finer Diner serves a delicious chowder and lobster club sandwich.