Drone photo of Westport on Brier Island at low tide on the Bay of Fundy in Nova Scotia.

Digby Neck & Islands

Learn More About Digby Neck & Islands

Stretching to one of the most westerly points in Nova Scotia, well into the Bay of Fundy, travelling to this picturesque neck of land and to the set of islands requiring two ferries is an adventure unto itself! Along the way make time for hikes, visiting quaint fishing villages, a whale watching excursion and of course, succulent Digby scallops.

Don’t Miss Activities on Digby Neck & Islands

Whale Watching

Long and Brier Islands are renowned for some of the best whale watching on the Atlantic coast.
Take a tour during summer or fall when upwards of 12 species of whale visit the Bay of Fundy.
Step aboard with Mariner Cruises Whale & Seabird Tours, Brier Island Whale & Seabird Cruises, Freeport Whale & Seabird Tours, or Petit Passage Whale Watch to catch a glimpse of these magnificent creatures.

Hiking Trails

Easy to moderate trails offer up stunning rugged coastal views along the Bay of Fundy.
Explore Balancing Rock Trail, Fundy View Trail, Central Grove Provincial Park, and Gulliver’s Cove Trails.
Pack a lunch and enjoy a leisurely meal after your hike at one of the designated picnic areas near the trails.

Lighthouses

Four lighthouses are located along the coast of Long and Brier Islands.
Visit Boars Head, Grand Passage, Peter Island, and Brier Island Lighthouses or visit Point Prim Lighthouse near Digby.
While not open to the public, these beacons are standing tall and make for the perfect photo op as you adventure around the islands.