Cumberland North, Nova Scotia

In Amherst, Nova Scotia you can stay in a beautiful historic B&B or a contemporary hotel and take day trips to tour the depths of a coal mine, hunt for 300-million-year-old fossils by the Bay of Fundy, swim at Nova Scotia's warmest ocean beaches, and enjoy fresh seafood at the shore. Shop more than 100 local artisans, stroll past gorgeous sandstone buildings and kick up your heels to live music. We're just a two hour drive from Halifax, 90 minutes from Stanfield International Airport, an hour from Prince Edward Island and 40 minutes from Moncton, New Brunswick.

Tidnish is a wonderfully active community here in Cumberland North. The population is around 1,327 and it has a very welcoming feel to it. It has a community centre located at 4358 Highway 366, RR#2. Areas worth checking out include Tidnish River, Tidnish Bridge and Tidnish Cross Roads. You can also visit the historic Chignecto Ship Railway Site. A must visit!

If you are looking for a beautiful place to escape to with stunning views, warm waters and great people, then look no further than Northport, Nova Scotia. The top attractions to visit in Northport are the Amherst Shore Provincial Park, Northport Beach Provincial Park and the Coldspring Head Lighthouse. Visit soon to see why this is one of the hidden gems of this gorgeous province.

Linden is a beautiful little community full of people who care for one another and their surroundings.  It is located between Amherst and Pugwash here in Cumberland North, and is an old farming community. It is also where Cumberland North MLA Elizabeth Smith-McCrossin was proudly raised on a dairy farm.

Pugwash is representative of all that is good along the northern shores of Nova Scotia.  The friendly people, a safe, deep harbour, sandy beaches and the "warmest waters north of the Carolinas" in the summer. 

Pugwash and area is not just a summer retreat for many cottagers and visitors, it has attractions all year round with excellent hiking, snowmobile and ATV trails, serene wild life habitat reserves nearby, hunting in the fall and birdwatching in the spring.  Long, deep, cool rivers are perfect habitats for salmon.  The surrounding areas remain wooded, making excellent habitat for the many birds of prey such as bald eagles and osprey. Ski Wentworth is also just a 20 minute drive away.

Wallace is a picturesque rural community on the shores of the Northumberland Strait in Cumberland County of Nova Scotia. Our views and vistas have all the beauty that comes with unspoiled ocean frontage. All the necessities are readily available including accommodations, restaurants, and a variety of shops. Enjoy nature using our public roads and trails or from the waters of our harbours and river including the wide variety of birds that frequent the local sanctuary. Museums, golf courses, restaurants, a five-star resort and a vineyard are all close by.

Overlooking the picturesque Northumberland Strait, Malagash is a quiet rural community just off the Sunrise Trail between Pugwash and Tatamagouche.  A scenic 1.5 hour drive from the Halifax or Moncton airports. The warm waters of the Northumberland Strait are perfect for many water activities including kayaking, sailing and of course spending time at one of our beautiful sandy beaches. The warm waters also create an idyllic setting for growing grapes.  Jost Vineyards has earned a reputation for producing world class wines, find your favorite at their complimentary tasting bar and enjoy on their patio overlooking the vineyard. Share in the history of the local area at the Malagash museum, participate in the sand castle competition or one of Josts famous festivals, enjoy walks on the beach or just watching the sun set over the water.