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Lighthouse Coast
Barrington and Area
Welcome to the Lobster Capital of Canada - this is where we have the largest landed catch of this tasty crustacean. A visit to Sand Hills Provincial Park affords you the opportunity to walk the beach and unique sand spit, go swimming in the ocean while you relax and picnic in the park. A network of walking trails along the shore invites you to wonderful vistas, great birding, white sand beaches and strolls along the boardwalk. Lighthouses and museums offer a glimpse into the history of the area. Birding, sea kayaking, and golfing will provide many hours of enjoyment.
- Climb the tower of the Seal Island Light Museum and view Barrington Bay. See the fresnel lens up close! (Open May –September)
- Visit the oldest non-conformist Meeting House where costumed guides retell the history of the Planters who settled the area.(Open May – September)
- Hear the story of the Nova Scotia Tartan, and see the large wall mural at the Old Woolen Mill, the last water powered mill in Eastern Canada. (Open- May-September)
- Climb to the top of Chapel Hill Museum and view three lighthouses. This is where you will learn about Evelyn Richardson, winner of the Governor General’s Award for her book- We Keep A Light and whose family lived on Bon Portage Island. (Seasonal)
- The Samuel Wood Museum in Woods Harbour offers a peek into the history of this fishing community.(Seasonal)
- Interested in birding – then a visit to the Baccaro Lighthouse is a must for great seabird watching. While there enjoy picnic area.
- Interested in UFO’s – then a visit to Shag Harbour is a must. Send your mail from the post office and see the unique cancellation stamp. This is the sight of one of Canada’s most well documented UFO sightings.
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