Bridgewater: Main Street of the South Shore
Bridgewater is the largest town on the South Shore and is affectionately known as the Main Street of the region. As a centre for services and shopp...
Choose Tatamagouche for your next Nova Scotia getaway and discover its vibrant Main Street, multi-use trail that passes through town, and historic Creamery Square. Dine on seafood chowder and fresh croissants, savour local craft beer, and shop for gifts to take home — all within a one-kilometre stretch. A short drive away, you’ll find Jost Vineyards, Vista Bella Farm & Malagash Cidery, Ski Wentworth, warm water beaches, and unique accommodations. Read on to begin planning your Tatamagouche vacation.
Take in panoramic views as you ride the bike lift toward 30 kilometers of trails at Wentworth Bike Park. The new facility features Nova Scotia’s only lift-accessible downhill mountain bike park with opportunities for all levels of rider. After hitting the trails, stop by the Barn for pizza, nachos, sandwiches, and burgers.
Visit the Butter Trail for a leisurely walk or cycle. This 26-kilometer multi-use trail features views of Tatamagouche Bay, impressive bridges, and access to the Train Station Inn & Railway Dining Car, Patterson Wharf Park, and the Sutherland Steam Mill Museum.
Just 20 minutes outside town, Blue Sea Beach Provincial Park reveals a long sandy beach at low tide, ideal for beachcombing, birdwatching, and catching a stellar sunset. During warm weather, bring a picnic to enjoy under the gazebos.
Start your day with a fresh scone or a flaky croissant from the Red Knot Bakery, at the Balmoral Motel, or on weekends, enjoy a delicious traditional breakfast or soup and sandwich for lunch.
Dine where the locals go at Derado’s Pizzeria and Donair and savour a chicken shawarma, a Nova Scotia donair, or their handmade pizza. Enjoy your meal on the patio or order take out and head to Patterson Wharf Park for a picnic by the water.
Raise a glass to Tatamagoodness at Tatamagouche Brewing Co. This family-owned microbrewery offers small batches of organic beer and a sunny patio in the summer.
The Chowder House on Main is where to go for mouthwatering Nova Scotia seafood chowder, traditional seafood dishes, and diner classics all made from scratch and served with the hospitality Nova Scotians are known for.
For a sweet treat to take home to family and friends, visit Appleton Chocolates. These tasty truffles are made by hand, using local maple syrup.
Discover the story behind the famous Tatamagouche Butter and the area’s creamery history, explore the Brule Fossil Collection, learn about local giantess Anna Swan, and browse the new Acadian and Mi’kmaq exhibits at the Creamery Square Heritage Centre.
Enjoy performances and musical acts in the 170-person auditorium at the Grace Arts Centre or stop by the Ice House Gallery to discover art from Nova Scotian and Canadian artists.
On Saturday mornings at Creamery Square, the Tatamagouche Farmer’s Market is the place to be to shop from local farmers, producers, artisans, crafters, and bakers.
Take a stroll through the vineyard, browse the retail shop, or enjoy a wine tasting and learn about the grape varieties that thrive in Nova Scotia’s climate at Jost Vineyards. From May to October, dine beside the vineyard on lobster sliders and gourmet pizza at the Seagrape Café.
Five minutes from Jost, Vista Bella Farm & Malagash Cidery is home to an artisanal cidery and heritage orchard, overlooking the water and boasting more than 100 varieties of apples. During harvest season, make sure to BYOB (bring your own basket!) or pick up a bag from the cidery and enjoy the u-pick before heading inside to try one of their many varieties of cider.
For a truly unique Tatamagouche experience, spend the night in a renovated train caboose or boxcar at the Train Station Inn. The onsite restaurant offers local flavours in a carefully restored 1928 dining car.
Sleep next to the ocean at Oyster Shore Vacation Homes. Just 10 minutes outside Tatamagouche, their log cabins offer a tranquil getaway on the Northumberland Strait with more than 1000 feet of waterfront.
Get cozy in one of the tiny cabins at Kabina, nestled in the wilderness just 15 minutes from Tatamagouche. Kabina is also open year-round, which makes it ideal for experiencing four seasons of adventure.
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