The charm of lighthouses cannot be denied. These unwavering sentinels standing tall on the edge and their pulsing lights are a reminder of days gone by and maritime heritage that runs deep. From the volunteers with their friendly greetings, stories of the lighthouse keepers, the surrounding jagged rocks, and sparkling sunsets, a trip to Nova Scotia isn’t complete until you’ve visited one, two, three, or more lighthouses.
As you put together your own road trip itinerary through this beautiful province, you’ll find that it feels almost impossible to choose which to visit but with this guide, we’re honing in on the Southwest region and share with you 9 of the best Nova Scotia lighthouses.
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10 Best Nova Scotia Lighthouses in the Southwest
With thousands of kilometres of coastline, Nova Scotia has a staggering number of lighthouses. In fact, with a total of 287 lighthouses, this is the largest number in Canada. Combine this with the fact that this is the second smallest province geographically, we’re talking about a lot of beacons of light.
Instead of covering the entire province, we’re going to focus in on the southwest region of Nova Scotia that includes Digby all the way around the Shelburne. This is often the side that’s less-travelled but as you’re about to see, offers some of the most brilliant views, stories, and experiences of the maritimes.
1. Prim Point Lighthouse
Found on a rocky headland and looking out towards what’s called the Digby Gut, Prim Point Lighthouse stands watch over the deep water passage where the current Fundy Rose ferry goes back and forth between Digby and Saint John.
There’s plenty of history to be discovered at this location. Through the various plaques and displays, you’ll learn the names of all lighthouse keepers, shipwrecks, the foghorn, and all the versions of the lighthouse.
In fact, the current version of the Prim Point Lighthouse is the fourth. Its predecessors have either burned down or been bulldozed over the bluff. There’s even a neat little glass panel that shows you where the previous iteration was located and what it looked…
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