Yarmouth County Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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. (June 2007)
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. (June 2007)
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.
#EndlessSummer Husband and sons swimming in the lake at my brothers cabin in Nova Scotia. Both sons favorite movie is Stand By Me...youngest son got out after messing in the reeds by the shore...only to find a leech on his belly...classic Stand By Me moment. Beautiful place...freshwater lake, perfect for swimming, perfect for relaxing, quite and serene.
You may recognize this lighthouse. It has been in a lot of movies. most recently, "The Lighthouse." The lighthouse was constructed in 1839 and was operational in 1840. The original station was demolished in 1961 and replaced in 1962 with the "apple core" tower.

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Tru By Hilton Yarmouth

Tru By Hilton Yarmouth

2.5 out of 5
10588 Starrs Road Yarmouth NS
The price is AU$160 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$160
22 Feb - 23 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! (1,272 reviews)
Overall good hotel. Wish there was a microwave but it’s ok for the price point. Will gladly book again. Front desk personnel is very professional and customer service oriented.

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

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Rodd Grand Yarmouth Hotel

Rodd Grand Yarmouth Hotel

3 out of 5
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! (1,150 reviews)
I didn't have breakfast

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

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Rodd Grand Yarmouth Hotel
Comfort Inn

Comfort Inn

2.5 out of 5
96 Starrs Rd Yarmouth NS
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The price is AU$154 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
AU$154
7 Mar - 8 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Yarmouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (657 reviews)
everything was good, from check in to breakfast

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

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Beautiful Four Bedroom House with a Stunning view of the Chebogue River

Beautiful Four Bedroom House with a Stunning view of the Chebogue River

Yarmouth NS
Stay at this holiday home in Central Chebogue. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Yarmouth Links and Mariners Centre are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
This home is an excellent place to stay. Our host had thought of everything and even left a gift for us. Wonderful experience!!

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Beautiful Four Bedroom House with a Stunning view of the Chebogue River
Cozy Getaway! - Oceanview Nova Scotian Sailor's Cottage with Modern Amenities

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

Cozy Getaway! - Oceanview Nova Scotian Sailor's Cottage with Modern Amenities
Nautical Themed one bedroom fully equipped apartment.

Nautical Themed one bedroom fully equipped apartment.

Yarmouth NS
Stay at this holiday home in Yarmouth. Enjoy patios, cable/satellite TV service and air conditioning. Popular attractions Yarmouth Mall and Firefighters' Museum ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
Frank is very welcoming. Great place to stay.

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Nautical Themed one bedroom fully equipped apartment.
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Popular places to visit

Cape Forchu Lightstation featuring a lighthouse and rocky coastline

Cape Forchu Lightstation

This historic lighthouse is worth its own special trip, both for the surrounding sights and for its natural and human history.

Cape Forchu Lightstation
The Bailey to Orr Island cribstone style bridge is the only one of it's kind in the world connecting Bailey and Orr Island in Maine over Will's Gut inlet. It was built to accommodate the strong tides

Yarmouth Links

Enjoy a round of golf in Yarmouth at Yarmouth Links. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.

Yarmouth Links
The thre willows in mid winter on the lake shore Lachine, Quebec, Canada

Frost Park

Explore the great outdoors at Frost Park, a lovely green space in Yarmouth. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Frost Park

Yarmouth Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Yarmouth with a trip to Yarmouth Ferry Terminal. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Yarmouth Ferry Terminal

Yarmouth Regional Hospital

If Yarmouth Regional Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Yarmouth.

Yarmouth Regional Hospital

Nova Scotia Historic Acadian Village

You can study the exhibits at Nova Scotia Historic Acadian Village, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Lower West Pubnico. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Nova Scotia Historic Acadian Village

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