Things to See and Do in Hants County
Hants County is home to the world’s highest and lowest tides, creating a playground like no other on the planet. Here you will find a four season eco-adventure destination with recreational opportunities around every corner – from equestrian, golf, and ski activities, or exploring our many nature trails, to geo-caching adventures to watching the billion litres of water rise and fall in the Bay of Fundy and riding the tidal bore.
Come rediscover Hants County and have the adventure of a life time!
Tidal Bore Rafting
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Shubenacadie Tidal Bore Rafting Park and Cottages
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Shubenacadie Tidal Bore Rafting Park and Cottages is a recommended experience in East Hants, Hants County! Come and spend the day at the park rafting and touring the river. See spectacular American Bald Eagles soar and hand on tight as you ride the tidal boar. Have any meal of the day at the park’s first class restaurant and spend the night at one of their handsome log cabins or cottages. Toll-Free: 1-800-565-7238 Phone:(902) 758-4032 Operational Dates: May 1 to October 1 Address: 12215 HWY 215, Urbania; RR4 Shubenacadie Email:INFO@RAFTINGCANADA.CA For more information visit Shubenacadie Tidal Bore Rafting Park online |
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Shubenacadie River Runners |
A premium tidal rafting operation located at the mouth of the Shubenacadie River in Maitland, Nova Scotia with a breath taking view of the upper Bay of Fundy. Open your eyes to the Bay of Fundy\\\'s history and incredible natural forces. A recommended experience in East Hants, Hants County! Toll-Free: 1-800-865-5061 Phone:(902) 261-2770 Operational Dates: June 1 to September 30 Address: 8681 HWY 215, Maitland Email: info@tidalborerafting.com For more information visit Shubenacadia River Runners online |
Interpretive Centres
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South Maitland Fundy Tidal Interpretive Centre |
As a gateway into the East Hants, Hants County experience visit the South Maitland Centre. There is a Bay of Fundy tidal observation park and interpretive centre; tidal observation deck over Shubenacadie River; nature park with trail, bird & eagle watching, marsh and pond system. Museum in original train caboose features local lore. Staff are Bus tours and groups are welcomed. The facility is wheelchair accessible, there is plenty of parking, public washrooms, and is pet friendly. Phone: (902)-261-2298 Operational Dates: Wednesday- Sunday from 10am to 5pm, June 8 to September 30 Address: 9865 HWY 236, South Maitland Email: southmaitlandns@gmail.com For more information visit South Maitland Fundy Tidal Interpretive Centre Online |
Lighthouses and Parks
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Burncoat Head Park and Lighthouse |
Come and walk, play and explore on the ocean floor! Discover small species of ocean life in pools of ocean water left behind when the tides are out. On site is a beautiful lighthouse and 3-acre park; interpretive display and site of world’s highest recorded tides. Walking trails, scenic view of Cobequid Bay with 100 million tonnes of water flowing into the basin every 13 hours. A recommended experience in East Hants, Hants County! Phone:(902) 369-2529 Operational Dates: 7 days week from 9am-dusk, Mid May to October Address:611 Burntcoat Rd GD Noel, NS B0N 2C0 Video: Bay of Fundy- Burncoat Head For more information visit Burncoat Head Park online |
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Uniacke Estate Museum Park |
The Uniacke Estate Museum Park is one of Nova Scotia’s 27 provincial museums. Built between 1813 and 1815, the grand country house is one of the finest examples of Georgian architecture in Canada. The estate offers visitors a vivid glimpse of life in the early 1800s among Nova Scotia's gentry. There’s also a tea room on site with light refreshments for sale, and ample space for picnic lunches. And last but not least, spend some time exploring one or more of the seven outstanding hiking trails available on this 930-hectare property. You can discover Nova Scotia's rich natural heritage in all seasons. Phone: (902) 866- 0032 Operational Dates: June 1st-October 15th Open: Tuesday-Saturday 9:30 am - 5:00 pm Sunday 11 am - 5:00 pm Closed Mondays Address: 758 #1 Highway Mt. Uniacke, Nova Scotia B0N 1Z0 Video: Hiking Mt. Uniacke Estate Trails For more Information visit Uniacke Easte Museum Park online |
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Walton Lighthouse |
The Walton Lighthouse is a registered heritage site! Make sure to include a climb up to the top of a lighthouse for a 360 degree, miles long, breathtaking view of the Minas Basin into your day trip to Hants County. Enjoy an up-close look across the basic with an onsite telescope and explore a walking trail to a look off, gazebo, flower gardens, and make a wish at the wishing well. A recommended experience in East Hants, Hants County! Phone:(902) 528-2929 Operational Dates: 8am-8pm May 15 to October 15 Address: Lorne Smith Road, Walton Video: Visiting the Walton Lighthouse For more informaiton visit the Walton Lighthouse online |
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Bell Park |
A Historic, 55-acre Nature Park, with more than two kilometres of signed trails. Operational Dates: Open all year round Address: 414 #1 Highway Mt. Uniacke, Nova Scotia B0N 1Z0 Video: Visiting Bell Park |
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Dawson Dowell Park |
Situated just at the edge of the village core of Maitland, this day-use Park provides easy access to spectacular views of Cobequid Bay and the famous Tidal Bore. Pause for lunch in the gazebo; parents will enjoy the garden plantings while the kids will love the playground facilities. An easy path over the Acadian Dyke wall will lead you to a public wharf, for an up close view of the turning tide rushing towards the mouth of the Shubenacadie River. Operational Dates: Day Use Address: Maitland, NS |