Cape Forchu Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
![Cape Forchu Lightstation, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. Located at the tip of scenic Cape Forchu, approximately 10 minutes from the Town of Yarmouth, the Cape Forchu Lightstation is home to the first applecore style lighthouse with its 23 metres [75 feet] of statuesque beauty. This towering beacon, built in 1962, sits atop picturesque volcanic rocks and, along with its predecessor, has guided vessels safely into the Yarmouth Harbour since 1840.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6221289/59ea96b3-737a-486c-bc2e-b9b077c671a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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False Harbour Beach Paradise.
Directly on the beach.
worlds highest tides
Cape Forchu NS
Enjoy a beach locale, a water park and patios. Popular attractions Cape Forchu Lightstation and Bunker Island Lighthouse are located nearby.
6/10 (2 reviews)
Excellent location, very peaceful. Check in was very easy and host was responsive to any requests. Accommodation was clean. Only complaint is that it stated in ad that it could accommodate 6 people, it cannot, 4 at best.
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025
Tru By Hilton Yarmouth
10588 Starrs Road Yarmouth NS
The price is AU$162 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
AU$162
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Yarmouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,267 reviews)
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Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Rodd Grand Yarmouth Hotel
417 Main Street Yarmouth NS
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Yarmouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,151 reviews)
I didn't have breakfast
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
False Harbour Beach Paradise.
Directly on the beach.
worlds highest tides
Cape Forchu NS
Enjoy a beach locale, a water park and patios. Popular attractions Cape Forchu Lightstation and Bunker Island Lighthouse are located nearby.
6/10 (2 reviews)
Excellent location, very peaceful. Check in was very easy and host was responsive to any requests. Accommodation was clean. Only complaint is that it stated in ad that it could accommodate 6 people, it cannot, 4 at best.
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025
Cozy Getaway! - Oceanview Nova Scotian Sailor's Cottage with Modern Amenities
Yarmouth NS
Stay at this holiday home in Rockville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a garden. Popular attractions Cape Forchu Lightstation and Bunker Island Lighthouse ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Perfect accomodations and close to the Cat Ferry in Yarmouth. Perfect for my dog, plenty of yard to walk him around in.
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025
Lakefront country cabin with rustic charm overlooking lake
Salmon River NS
Stay at this cabin in Lake Doucette. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an in-room coffee maker and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Lac Doucette and Doctors Lake are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews)
Very clean and comfortable nice view of the lake
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Cape Forchu Lightstation
This historic lighthouse is worth its own special trip, both for the surrounding sights and for its natural and human history.
