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.
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.
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.
Restaurants and Places to Eat & Drink
Wheelchair accessible places to dine in the Yarmouth & Acadian Shores region include:
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.
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