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, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Cape Forchu Lightstation and Bunker Island Lighthouse are located nearby.
6/10 (2 reviews)
This is a nicely appointed RV that sits by itself on a beautiful stretch of beach with an interesting array of dog walkers coming by everyday. It was an exhiliarating feeling having the ocean so close. The RV was clean, spacious and comfortable. However, my first night the shower didn't have any ...
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Tru By Hilton Yarmouth
10588 Starrs Road Yarmouth NS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$160 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$160
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Yarmouth First Nation Reserve. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,290 reviews)
Clean room and staff
Reviewed on 22 Mar 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,153 reviews)
Sophia was extremely accommodating, She has the best energy. She made she we had a wonderful stay. Thank you Sophia!
Reviewed on 20 Mar 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, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Cape Forchu Lightstation and Bunker Island Lighthouse are located nearby.
6/10 (2 reviews)
This is a nicely appointed RV that sits by itself on a beautiful stretch of beach with an interesting array of dog walkers coming by everyday. It was an exhiliarating feeling having the ocean so close. The RV was clean, spacious and comfortable. However, my first night the shower didn't have any ...
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Ocean view house
Overton NS
Stay at this holiday home in Overton. Enjoy a garden, patios and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Killam Brothers Shipping Office and W. Laurence ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
The house is cute and cozy, with an amazing porch perfect for stargazing! We were a short drive away from shops and restaurants, and the view out to the water was nice.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
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.
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Cape Forchu Lightstation
This historic lighthouse is worth its own special trip, both for the surrounding sights and for its natural and human history.
