Deep Sky Eye Observatory
Open seasonally (June, July, August, September, October)
Yarmouth & Acadian Shores, Quinan
Stargazing
Experience the starry night sky like never before in Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia is home to some of the darkest and clearest skies in North America and two official Dark Sky areas. Whether you’re looking to stargaze in the Acadian Skies & Mi’kmaq Lands Starlight Preserve, the first destination in North America to receive a Starlight certification by the Starlight Foundation, discover the brilliant night sky from within the Dark Sky Preserve, or to sleep under the stars in a geodesic dome on the ocean’s edge, you’ll be amazed at the celestial beauty overhead in Nova Scotia!
Ideal Locations to see the Stars
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Mavillette Beach Provincial Park
From May 17 to October 14
Yarmouth & Acadian Shores, Mavillette -
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Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site
Open year-round
Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley, South Shore, Maitland Bridge -
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Cape Forchu Lighthouse
Open year-round
Yarmouth & Acadian Shores, Cape Forchu -
Smileys Provincial Park
From June 6 to September 21
Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley, Brooklyn (Windsor area) -
Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park
From May 15 to October 12
Yarmouth & Acadian Shores, Deerfield -
Wedgeport Nature Trail
Open year-round
Yarmouth & Acadian Shores, Wedgeport -
Jeremy’s Bay Campground – Kejimkujik National Park & National Historic Site
From May 15 to October 31
Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley, Maitland Bridge -
Port Maitland Beach Provincial Park
From May 17 to October 14
Yarmouth & Acadian Shores, Port Maitland -
Authentic Seacoast: Yurts in the Vineyard
Open year-round
Eastern Shore, Guysborough
Stellar Stargazing Packages
Food & Drink • Relaxation • Romance Spa-inspired Dome Getaway
$435/Starting Price • Per CoupleSoak in the views from your private outdoor hot tub. Relax by the fireplace, stargaze in the Zen loft, and indulge in local farm-to-table meals.
- Nalu Retreat
- Porter’s Lake
- January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025
Places to Stay to see the Stars
Jeremy’s Bay Campground – Kejimkujik National Park & National Historic Site
From May 15 to October 31
Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley, Maitland Bridge
Trout Point Lodge
Open seasonally (May, June, July, August, September, October, November)
Yarmouth & Acadian Shores, Kemptville
Deep Sky Eye Observatory Sky Bubbles
Open seasonally (June, July, August, September, October)
Yarmouth & Acadian Shores, Quinan
Argyler Lodge & Restaurant
From April 1 to November 26
Yarmouth & Acadian Shores, Lower Argyle
The Marmalade Motel
Open year-round
Eastern Shore, Port Dufferin
Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park
From May 15 to October 12
Yarmouth & Acadian Shores, Deerfield
Archer’s Edge Luxury Camping
From June 1 to October 31
Cape Breton Island, Judique
Authentic Seacoast: Yurts in the Vineyard
Open year-round
Eastern Shore, Guysborough
Stargazing in Nova Scotia
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