Mushamush Beach Park
Region: Lunenburg Region
Mushamush Beach Park is a municipal treasure! Located on Mushamush Lake in Sweetland, it is a pleasant drive from anywhere in our District.
The park is open May through to October from 9am until dusk for swimming, picnicing, paddling or a leisurely walk. The lake is shallow with a very low grade making it an excellent swimming area for little ones and those not comfortable in deep water. The Municipality offers swimming lessons at this location.
The beach is equipped with accessible picnic tables and on-site privies. There is also a small play area on-site for children. Come prepared to spend the day! Pack up your swimsuit, beach blanket, shovel and bucket, and maybe a good book.
Unfortunately, you will need to leave your pet at home as pets are prohibited. If you are looking for a location that allows pets, all of the other Municipal parks are pet on leash parks.
Civic Address: 11 Aulenback Point Road Sweetland NS
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Wilfred Joudrey
Location: Lunenburg Region
Drop in - by Chance. Call for appointment.
Civic Address: 1600 Sweetland Road Sweetland NS
Village Glassworks
Location: Lunenburg Region
With over 30 years experience in the Stained-glass business, this is the place to visit for unique designs of crafted stained glass panels, lamps, mirrors and sun catchers.
The gift shop also sells other Maritime-made gifts, candles and cards.
Civic Address: 4928 Highway 10 RR#2, New Germany
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Veteran’s Memorial Park
Location: New Germany & Area
This Day-Use Picnic Park and Boat Ramp are maintained by the LaHave River Watershed Enhancement Foundation.
Located in Penny’s Cove and providing easy access to New Germany Lake and the LaHave River.
River Ridge Common
Location: New Germany & Area
Owned by the District of Lunenburg since 2011, River Ridge Common is a 115 acre park in the north end of the Municipality. The park features trails that meet accessibility guidelines and a large natural playground with features that encourage exploration, adventure and skills development, washrooms, single track mountain bike trails, and an Off Highway Vehicle pull off and picnic area next to the rail trail. Spanning both side of the South Shore Annapolis Valley Trail, River Ridge Common offers…
Parkdale Maplewood Museum
Location: Lunenburg Region
Located inland from the Lighthouse Trail on the South Shore of Nova Scotia, this museum has a wealth of local heritage to share with you. Take a walk through the Museum and Heritage gardens to see how the ancestors of our communities lived. From the Country Store to the Library to the Cobbler’s Shop, they show how the people of yesteryear survived and flourished.
Civic Address: 3005 Barss Corner Road Maplewood NS
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Lunenburg County Winery
Location: Lunenburg Region
This three generation family farm operates a winery and commercial blueberry farm on a drumlin surrounded by lakes & forests, near the North Branch of the LaHave River. Wine making has been an integral part of their family life and enjoyment for as long as anyone remembers. The winery is located at Hackmatack Farm, a commercial highbush blueberry farm. Come take a pleasant drive into the country and visit, to taste wine, to pick berries, picnic, or tour the winery and N.S. craft store. Open…
Indian Falls
Location: Lunenburg Region
To commemorate the Municipality of the District of Lunenburg’s 125th anniversary in 2004, Indian Falls was designated as a Municipal Park. The park offers a picnic area, on-site privies, walking trails, rock beach and look-off points.
The shutterbug in you will find the drive worth making, as Indian Falls is both picturesque and unique.
Between May and October the park is open from 8:00 a.m until dusk.
Civic Address: 1585 Newburne Road, Newburne, NS, B0R 1A0
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Crabapple Creek Crafts & Gifts
Location: Lunenburg Region
Visit this lovely store in the beautiful country and enjoy their displays and items which change weekly, with new items arriving several times a week. It’s a fun place to hang out with your girlfriends over a coffee and enjoy a piece of their famous cheesecake.
Open Fridays 10-5, Saturdays 10-5 spring to fall.
Civic Address: 3360 Barss Corner Road Parkdale NS
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Church Lake Access Site
Location: Lunenburg Region
The Church Lake Public Access site includes a parking lot for 3 - 6 vehicles, a dock and boat put-in for canoes, kayaks and small fishing boats. The lake is too shallow for big boats. The dock is wheelchair accessible.
Address: 311 Newburne Road, Newburne. 30 minutes from Blockhouse.
2 Papa’s Restaurant
Location: Lunenburg Region
Drop into 2 Papa’s Restaurant in New Germany for a slice for the road or a sit-down dinner. This community-based restaurant reflecting community values has a menu featuring Pizzas, Donairs and Salads.
Hours of Operation:
Monday Closed
Tuesday 11am-8pm
Wednesday 11am-8pm
Thursday 11am-8pm
Friday 11am-9pm
Saturday 11am-9pm
Sunday 12pm-8pm
Civic Address: 5257 Highway 10 New Germany NS
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27 South- Best Western Plus Bridgewater
Location: Lunenburg Region
27 South is a stylish lounge offering casual dining, perfect for business lunches, early morning buffet or late night cocktails and wine. Located in the Best Western Plus Bridgewater, 27 South proudly serves an eclectic mix of local and international cuisine with some new twists on old classics. The main dining area seats 28 with more seating available at the bar as well as booths along the sidewall and a private patio for outdoor dining (weather permitting). Civic Address: 527 Highway 10,…
Blarney Stone Restaurant Ltd.
Location: Lunenburg Region
We are a licensed family restaurant serving customers for over 35 years. We have a diverse menu offering East Coast favourites such as haddock and chips, clams, scallops, lobster poutine, lobster sandwiches, hot sandwiches, burgers and seafood chowder. Satisfying portions and friendly service will keep you coming back.
Civic Address: 16339 Highway 103 Italy Cross NS
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Boston Pizza
Location: Lunenburg Region
Boston Pizza is Canada’s No. 1 casual dining brand with more than 380 restaurants in Canada serving more than 100 unique and delicious menu items such as gourmet pizzas and pastas, juicy burgers and their famous BP wings.
The Bridgewater location is a local, family-owned restaurant offering a wide variety of appetizers, entrees, salads and desserts. Gather round to catch a sports game or enjoy dinner with your family.
Civic Address: 485 Highway 10 Cookville NS
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Boulangerie La Vendeenne
Location: Lunenburg Region
Our mission is to offer our customers French authentic organic breads and viennoiseries using traditional artisanal baking methods. Our commitment to delivering fresh certified organic breads is matched with our desire to support the environment from beginning to end, offering healthy food, using high quality ingredients, following organic standards and procedures and supporting local farmers.
Civic Address: 500 Highway 325 Blockhouse NS
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Swiss Chalet/Harvey’s
Location: Lunenburg Region
Since their doors first opened in 1954, families have been coming back to Swiss Chalet generation after generation. And that’s certainly not stopping now. They’ve got exciting new dishes, and all the favourites you know and love are just as delicious as ever. Harvey’s has been home to the great Canadian burger since 1950. Well-known for using 100% Canadian ingredients - beef, chicken, potatoes and bacon and supporting our farming industry. These restaurants, conveniently located in the…
Turkey Burger
Location: Lunenburg Region
A family restaurant established in 1953 specializing in sensational seafood, homemade pies and unique burgers such as the Forklift Burger and the Step Ladder! Specializing in award winning chowder, sensational seafood, the best fish and chips on the south shore, best homemade pies and more. All ingredients are fresh caught or made. No frozen products and all made from scratch. Catering and private parties, party trays, on and off site. Located on Trunk 10, approximately 10 minutes from Exit 12…
Wiles Lake Farm Market- Cafe- Seasonal
Location: Lunenburg Region
We have a unique combination of greenhouses, farm market, cafe, market kitchen and bakery. A great spot to enjoy locally grown produce from our farm and others in the area, get some freshly baked bread and sweets, comfort food to take home from our kitchen and shop for flowers for your garden. We now have a Market Cafe where we serve breakfast sandwiches and lunch until 4 pm daily. Great coffee too!
Civic Address: 3254 Highway 325 Wileville NS
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River Ridge Lodge
Location: Lunenburg Region
Relax and Renew at River Ridge Lodge – a Bed and Breakfast in a newly renovated riverside historic farmhouse on 10 pastoral acres, located on Martin’s River, 6 kilometres from the town of Mahone Bay and close to famous Oak Island. They offer well-appointed and comfortable accommodations, with modern amenities and calming views of the pastures and river. A great spot to relax, or get acquainted with the outdoors: immerse yourself in the amazing offshore playground and start a guided kayak…
Rayport Campground
Location: Lunenburg Region
At Rayport Campground, the Eisnor family has been dedicated to providing their customers with friendly service since 1973 and value your business. We proudly made it our mission since day one to provide a relaxing, family camping experience for all of our customers. We’ve had a lot of fun over the years and have met many wonderful people, building our reputation on friendship with our customers. RayPort Campground is a family campground situated on the southwest bank of Martin’s River,…
Oakhill Pines Camp & Trailer Park
Location: Lunenburg Region
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Location: Lunenburg Region
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Location: Lunenburg Region
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Location: Lunenburg Region
Welcome to our charming seaside Inn with lovely views over Mahone Bay.
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Civic Address: 678 Oakland Road Mahone Bay NS
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A Day in Historic LaHave
Download an Itinerary Make your way to the LaHave River Cable Ferry. The cable ferry service across this river has been active since the 1800s, connecting East LaHave on the Lunenburg side of the LaHave River to the LaHave and Petite Riviere region. The ferry is free to all members of the public, and is accessible to cars, trucks, RVs, bikes, walkers, and more. Upon crossing the Ferry from the Northern Side to the Southern side, stop at the LaHave Bakery for a delicious brunch. This bakery has…
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Blue Rocks is a hidden gem of the region, located just minutes out of Lunenburg. Often advertised as “Peggy’s Cove without the lighthouse”, Blue Rocks is a must-see when visiting Lunenburg area. A traditional fishing community with unique natural features, Blue Rocks is a favorite among amateur and professional artists and artisans of all types. During high tide the Old Fish House appears to be floating amidst the Atlantic Ocean and the contrast of the “blue” rocks and yellow and red…
Country Fun in New Germany
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Outdoor Activites in Lunenburg Region
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Perfect Petite Riviere
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Big Tancook Island Adventure
Download this Itinerary The rustic and gentle charm of Big Tancook Island is only a passenger ferry ride away from the mainland. The 8 km (1 hour) trip across the water from Chester is free and provides a step back in time and a step closer to nature. Shaped like a fish hook and named after the Mi’kmaq word for “facing the open sea”, Big Tancook Island is only 3 miles long and 1.5 miles at the widest point. With only 150 year-round residents, it’s true island life, Nova Scotia-style.…