Aerial view of red barn-like buildings situated along the water

Tatamagouche

Learn More About Tatamagouche

Tatamagouche is a charming seaside village with a bustling Main Street, ideal for a weekend getaway or as a base to explore the area. Stroll downtown and enjoy craft beer, handmade chocolates, baked goods, and local arts. The weekend farmers’ market is a great spot to connect with local producers and artisans. Also, nearby Jost Vineyards and Vista Bella Farm offer wine and cider tastings.

For outdoor enthusiasts, The Great Trail runs through town, making it perfect for your Trans Canada Trail adventures. The village is also less than 30 minutes from three provincial parks with sandy, warm water beaches, and Wentworth, which offers both downhill skiing and mountain biking (depending on the season). So, whether you seek delicious local flavours, outdoor adventure, or the arts, Tatamagouche is a must-stop.

Two people walk down the street during the fall towards a charming brick building.

Don’t-Miss Activities in Tatamagouche

Local Food & Drink

Savour local seafood in a carefully restored 1928 dining car at the Train Station Inn & Railway Dining Car.
Take a guided tour of a sugar camp before feasting on pancakes at Sugar Moon Farm.
Enjoy a wine tasting and dine beside the vines at Jost Vineyards and the Seagrape Café.
Sip handcrafter ciders infused with farm grown fruit at Vista Bella Farm & Malagash Cidery.

A mother and son walk down the sidewalk in a charming community, past a red chocolate shop.

Bustling Main Street

Try a flight of small batch organic beer at Tatamagouche Brewing Co.
Stop by Appleton Chocolates and browse the selection of handmade truffles.
Dine where the locals go and enjoy a handmade pizza from Derado’s Pizzeria and Donair.
Relax with a fresh scone, flaky croissant and latte from the Red Knot Bakery.
Savour a bowl of Nova Scotia Seafood Chowder at the Chowder House on Main

Tatamagouche Creamery Square Heritage Centre

Visit the Creamery Square Heritage Centre to explore local history, see the Brule Fossil Collection, and learn about local giantess Anna Swan.
Experience exhibits from Nova Scotian and Canadian artists at the Ice House Gallery.
Take in a theatre performance at the Grace Arts Centre.
Meet local producers, farmers, and artisans at the Tatamagouche Farmer’s Market (on Saturdays).

A woman mountain bikes through the Wentworth Bike Park on a fall day.

Outdoor Adventure

Walk or cycle the Butter Trail, accessed at a handful of locations in Tatamagouche. The 26-kilometer trail features views of Tatamagouche Bay and is part of the Trans Canada Trail System.
Experience four seasons of fun at nearby Ski Wentworth and the Wentworth Bike Park. Enjoy downhill mountain biking, hiking, skiing, and snowshoeing, then grab a bite to eat at the Barn.

Warm Water Ocean Beaches

Walk broad sandbars and take a dip in ocean water at Rushton’s Beach Provincial Park. This picturesque spot features boardwalk beach access over the salt marsh and is just 15-minutes from Tatamagouche.
Visit Blue Sea Beach Provincial Park at low tide to experience a long, sandy beach perfect for beachcombing, birdwatching, and catching a stellar sunset. During warm weather, pack a picnic to enjoy under the park gazebos.