Wheelchair Accessible Nova Scotia: Places to stay, dine, visit and more in the Yarmouth & Acadian Shores region

Whether you’re arriving aboard The CAT highspeed ferry, learning about the region’s rich Acadian culture, attending one of the many fantastic events while visiting beautiful sandy beaches and quaint fishing communities… or all of the above, you’ll also discover the many places to stay, dine, and experience that are wheelchair accessible in the Yarmouth & Acadian Shores region.

Please note: links below for viewing all self-identified wheelchair accessible businesses on NovaScotia.com currently require you to click on “Show Advanced Filters” and under “Accessibility” to select “Wheelchair Accessible” of “Partially Accessible” once the page has loaded. These links will be updated soon to provide only wheelchair accessible and partially accessible businesses and properties.

Wheelchair Accessible Places to Stay in the Yarmouth & Acadian Shores

TRU by Hilton Yarmouth: Six wheelchair accessible King or Queen rooms, each with a roll-in shower.
The Shanty at The Argyler Lodge: Newly built wheelchair accessible cottage located next to the Inn comes complete with a king-sized bed and 3 piece bathroom.
Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park: Accessible campsite available with wheelchair accessible washroom facilities with roll-in showers.

>> Click here to view places to stay in the Yarmouth & Acadian Shores regions that have self-identified as being wheelchair accessible

>> Click here to view campgrounds in the Yarmouth & Acadian Shores region that have self-identified as having wheelchair accessible facilities

View of Argyler Lodge and the dock and beach through tall grass along the water's edge in Pubnico, Nova Scotia — Argyler Lodge

Attractions, Museums, Artisan Shops & Galleries and more

Firefighters’ Museum of Nova Scotia: While the main entrance is not wheelchair accessible, an alternate entrance is. Inside the exhibits on both floors are accessible via elevator. Learn more
Le Village historique acadien de la Nouvelle-Écosse / The Acadian Village of Nova Scotia: The welcome centre is wheelchair accessible with accessible washrooms and five of the eight historic buildings have ramps at the entrances. Learn more
Th’YARC: Performance arts theatre with wheelchair seating.

>> Click here to vide attractions, museums, artisan shops & galleries and more on the Yarmouth & Acadian Shores that have self-identified as being wheelchair accessible

Le Village historique acadien de la Nouvelle-Écosse

Restaurants and Places to Eat & Drink

Wheelchair accessible places to dine in the Yarmouth & Acadian Shores region include:

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Outdoor Activities, Parks, Trails and Tours

Wedgeport Nature Trail: Located within the only UNESCO Starlight tourist certified area in North America, the trail includes a public, wheelchair accessible starlight viewing platform with tables and benches, located near the edge of the ocean, that is free of charge for all who visit.
Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park: Accessible campsite available; wheelchair accessible washroom facility with roll-in showers. Accessible vault toilet at camper beach and day use beach along with an accessible beach mat.

>> Click here to view outdoor activities, tours and places to explore in the Yarmouth & Acadian Shores region that have self-identified as being wheelchair accessible