The Best Things to do on Nova Scotia’s Eastern Shore
- littlewoodstent
- Mar 10
- 3 min read
Nova Scotia’s Eastern Shore is one of the province’s most beautiful and underrated regions. Just a short drive from Halifax, this rugged coastline offers quiet beaches, scenic coastal drives, charming fishing communities, and endless opportunities to reconnect with nature.
If you’re planning a visit to the Eastern Shore of Nova Scotia, here are some of the best things to do while exploring this stunning part of the province.
And if you’re looking for a unique place to stay, Littlewoods Tent offers a cozy glamping experience near Halifax, making it the perfect base for exploring the area.
Visit Lawrencetown Beach
One of the most famous beaches in Nova Scotia, Lawrencetown Beach is known for its rolling waves and dramatic coastline.
This beach is a favourite destination for:
surfers
photographers
sunset watchers
beach walkers
Even if you’re not surfing, it’s worth visiting for the scenery alone. The boardwalk trail above the beach offers incredible views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Lawrencetown Beach is only a short drive from Littlewoods, making it an easy day trip during your glamping stay.
Explore Taylor Head Provincial Park
Taylor Head Provincial Park is one of Nova Scotia’s hidden gems. Located about an hour from Halifax, the park offers spectacular coastal hiking trails with views of rugged cliffs, white sand beaches, and the open Atlantic.
Popular trails include:
Spry Bay Trail
Bull Beach Trail
Headland Trail
If you enjoy hiking and nature, Taylor Head is a must-visit destination on the Eastern Shore.
Discover Clam Harbour Beach
Clam Harbour Beach is famous for its long stretch of soft sand and its annual sandcastle competition.
Visitors love this beach for:
swimming
beachcombing
peaceful walks along the shoreline
The wide open beach feels much quieter than many of the beaches closer to Halifax.
Explore The Many Hiking Trails Along The Eastern Shore
Musquodoboit Harbour offers a variety of scenic trails, including the Musquodoboit Trailway, which features over 41 km of hiking and biking opportunities suitable for all skill levels.
Crowbar Lake Hiking Trails offer 18 km of wilderness hiking trails arranged in a number of loops. The trails access the Waverley Salmon River Long Lake Wilderness Area east of metropolitan Halifax. Being situated within a wilderness area, the Crowbar Lake Hiking Trails allow users to enjoy scenic vistas and unspoiled lakes and waterways.
The trail is constructed across a rugged granite ridge landscape and, as such, offers a demanding challenge. The multiple loops of the trail allow for various routes of increasing challenge and can range from 1 hour to a full day to navigate.
The Salt Marsh Trail is a section of the Trans Canada Trail, and can be joined at either Lawrencetown beach or a little further along. The main trail is linear and consists of gentle, well-traveled gravel terrain. Saltmarsh offers remote bog-land, salt marsh, and wildlife views.
All these trailways are less than 20 minutes' drive from Littlewoods Tent - a unique glamping experience near Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Enjoy a Unique Glamping Experience
After a day exploring the Eastern Shore, returning to a peaceful forest retreat is the perfect way to unwind.
Located near Porters Lake and just 40 minutes from Halifax, Littlewoods Tent offers a unique glamping experience in Nova Scotia.
Guests can enjoy:
a comfortable queen bed
a private forest setting
an outdoor shower
evenings around the firepit
easy access to beaches and hiking trails
Glamping allows visitors to enjoy the beauty of nature while still having the comforts of a cozy place to sleep.
If you’re planning a trip to the Eastern Shore of Nova Scotia, Littlewoods is the perfect base for exploring the region.
Written by Heather & Clovis, hosts of Littlewoods Tent on Nova Scotia’s Eastern Shore.
FAQ: Visiting the Eastern Shore
Is the Eastern Shore worth visiting? Yes. The Eastern Shore of Nova Scotia offers quieter beaches, coastal and forest hiking trails, and scenic drives only 4O minutes from Halifax.
Where can I stay on the Eastern Shore? Littlewoods offers a private glamping tent near Porters Lake, perfect for couples looking for a peaceful nature getaway. We're also pet-friendly.
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