Lockeport is an excellent home base for exploring Shelburne County. Historic waterfronts, museums, white-sand beaches, coastal parks and important cultural sites are all within an easy drive.
Historic Shelburne
Explore Shelburne’s historic waterfront, shops, restaurants and museums along Dock Street.
Shelburne’s Museums by the Sea include the Shelburne County Museum, Ross-Thomson House and Store Museum, and Dory Shop Museum. Together, they share the history of the people, trades, shipbuilding and cultures that shaped Shelburne County.
Black Loyalist Heritage Centre
Located in Birchtown, the Black Loyalist Heritage Centre shares the story and contributions of the Black Loyalists who arrived in Nova Scotia following the American Revolution.
The site features exhibits, historic buildings, an archaeological site and a waterfront interpretive trail overlooking Birchtown Bay.
Visit the Black Loyalist Heritage Centre
The Islands Provincial Park
Located near Shelburne, The Islands Provincial Park overlooks Shelburne Harbour and offers camping, picnic areas, walking opportunities and coastal scenery.
The park is also connected to the nearby Roseway River Trail, making it a convenient stop for visitors exploring the Shelburne area.
Explore The Islands Provincial Park
Barrington Museum Complex
Discover the history and heritage of the Barrington area through several nearby museums and historic sites, including:
- Seal Island Light Museum
- Old Meeting House
- Barrington Woolen Mill Museum
- Old Court House Museum
- Cape Sable Historical Society Archives and Genealogical Centre
The Old Meeting House is a National Historic Site and is among the oldest surviving meeting houses in North America.
Explore the Barrington Museum Complex
Cape Sable Island
Cape Sable Island offers scenic fishing communities, coastal drives, museums, beaches and excellent opportunities for birdwatching.
The Hawk Beach
Located near Nova Scotia’s southernmost point, The Hawk is a white-sand beach known for its coastal scenery and the remains of a 1,500-year-old drowned forest that can be seen at low tide. The beach is also part of the Cape Sable Important Bird Area.
Stoney Island Beach
Stoney Island Beach offers white sand, parking, picnic tables and seasonal washrooms. Summer lifeguard service and beach access mats are also available seasonally.
Discover More of Shelburne County
From coastal communities and beaches to museums, trails, dining and local shops, there is much more to experience throughout the region.