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Mahone Bay

Mahone Bay

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Mahone Bay boasts a simple yet extraordinary way of life. Experience it all from history to unique shops, artisans to culinary experiences, along the colourful and quaint streets. Recently named as one of Canada’s top ten most beautiful towns by culturetrip.com, Mahone Bay is a must-see town famous for its picture perfect Three Churches photo-op.

Explore the calm waters of Mahone Bay, home to hundreds of islands and numerous birds and marine life. Enjoy an easy paddle on your own or guided tour around the sheltered bay.

Don’t-Miss Activities in Mahone Bay

Amos Pewter

  • See artisans at work as they transform molten pewter into beautifully handcrafted pieces
  • Chat with an artisan or enjoy a tour where you can finish and personalize your own sand dollar
  • Visit other Amos Pewter shops in Nova Scotia – Peggy’s Cove and on the Halifax Waterfront
Amos Pewter

BernArt Maze

  • Discover Canada’s very first art maze with nearly 1km of paths to explore with unique surprises around every turn
  • Explore the maze and outdoor gallery to find sculptures, mosaics and murals throughout
  • Featuring one-of-a-kind creations, hand-crafted by talented artists from around the world
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Dynamite Trail (part of Rum Runners Trail)

  • Shared use 10km woodland and lakeside trail from Martin’s River to Mahone Bay
  • Trail crosses over two trestle bridges; one at Martins River and the second at Mush-a-Mush River, which is especially beautiful in fall as the leaves change colours
  • The Dynamite Trail section links with Chester Connection to the North and Bay to Bay to the South
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Popular annual events in Mahone Bay

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