Top 7 Places to Visit in
Cow Bay | Nova Scotia
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Cow Bay Moose
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Built in 1959, this 3.6-metre moose statue is located along Silver Sands Beach Park. Designed by folk artist Winston Bronnum, the moose is one of many of the giant statues of Canada and is an iconic staple of Cow Bay, having even appeared in the television show Trailer Park Boys. Photos: Google Street View
Rainbow Haven Beach Provincial Park
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Rainbow Haven Beach Provincial Park features a large sand-and-cobble beach perfect for saltwater swimming. Amenities at the beach include a boardwalk, changing houses and showers. Photo: Dennis Jarvis, flickr, CC BY-SA 2.0
Fisherman’s Cove
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Located in the neighbouring Eastern Passage, Fisherman’s Cove is a restored 200-year-old fishing village. With its picturesque boardwalk, shops, and restaurants offering crafts, paintings, folk art and food, Fisherman’s Cove offers a fun and informative glimpse into the past of the surrounding area. Don’t miss this hidden gem when travelling in Nova Scotia. Photos: https://www.facebook.com/fishermanscovens
Shearwater Aviation Museum
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Home of Canadian maritime military aviation The Shearwater Aviation Museum features highlights Canadian maritime aviation and naval history. With exhibits that include the recreated briefing room of the HMCS Bonaventure, a replica of the map wall used in the coordination of the Battle of the Atlantic, and a number of refurbished aircrafts as well as […]
Cole Harbour Heritage Farm Museum
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Located just north of Cow Bay in nearby Cole Harbour, the Heritage Farm Museum is a community museum focused on the area’s agricultural past, present, and future. Featuring 8 exhibit buildings representing the evolution of agriculture in the community, the museum also houses farm animals such as sheep, lambs, goats, calves, and chickens. The museum […]
McNabs and Lawlor Islands Provincial Park
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Located a short boat ride from the nearby Eastern Passage, McNabs Island truly has something for everyone. With over 22 km of hiking trails, beautiful forests and coastlines, and historical sites such as Fort McNab, this park is the perfect venue for an outing near Cow Bay. The rich and storied history of McNabs island […]
Salt Marsh Trail
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Once part of the now-abandoned Musquodoboit railroad, the Salt Marsh Trail has been converted into part of the Trans Canada Trail. The trail is the perfect choice for novice and experienced hikers alike, providing an easygoing 1 km path as well as a 13 km path for both hikers and bikers. The trail is also […]