Cape Forchu

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Cape Forchu Lightstation, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. Located at the tip of scenic Cape Forchu, approximately 10 minutes from the Town of Yarmouth, the Cape Forchu Lightstation is home to the first applecore style lighthouse with its 23 metres [75 feet] of statuesque beauty. This towering beacon, built in 1962, sits atop picturesque volcanic rocks and, along with its predecessor, has guided vessels safely into the Yarmouth Harbour since 1840.
Cape Forchu Lightstation, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. Located at the tip of scenic Cape Forchu, approximately 10 minutes from the Town of Yarmouth, the Cape Forchu Lightstation is home to the first applecore style lighthouse with its 23 metres [75 feet] of statuesque beauty. This towering beacon, built in 1962, sits atop picturesque volcanic rocks and, along with its predecessor, has guided vessels safely into the Yarmouth Harbour since 1840.
You may recognize this lighthouse. It has been in a lot of movies. most recently, "The Lighthouse." The lighthouse was constructed in 1839 and was operational in 1840. The original station was demolished in 1961 and replaced in 1962 with the "apple core" tower.
Cape Forchu Lightstation which includes a garden and a lighthouse
Cape Forchu Lightstation featuring a lighthouse and rugged coastline

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False Harbour Beach Paradise. Directly on the beach. worlds highest tides

False Harbour Beach Paradise. Directly on the beach. worlds highest tides

Cape Forchu NS
Enjoy a beach locale, a water park, and patios. Popular attractions Cape Forchu Lightstation and Bunker Island Lighthouse are located nearby.
6/10 (2 reviews)
This is a nicely appointed RV that sits by itself on a beautiful stretch of beach with an interesting array of dog walkers coming by everyday. It was an exhiliarating feeling having the ocean so close. The RV was clean, spacious and comfortable. However, my first night the shower didn't have any ...

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False Harbour Beach Paradise. Directly on the beach. worlds highest tides
Tru By Hilton Yarmouth

Tru By Hilton Yarmouth

2.5 out of 5
10588 Starrs Road Yarmouth NS
The price is CA $131 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
CA $131
CA $154 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Yarmouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,278 reviews)
We were woke up mutiple times thrkughout our stay. Its too bad that sport teams couldn't be on one floor. Kids screaming ,doors slamming kids running wild . Breakfast was slim pickings at 915 am

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

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Rodd Grand Yarmouth Hotel

Rodd Grand Yarmouth Hotel

3 out of 5
417 Main Street Yarmouth NS
The price is CA $120 per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
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CA $141 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Yarmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,150 reviews)
The toilet ran all night and we had bones in our hot turkey sandwiches. We did complain about the bones and we got a oh sorry, and that was all.

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

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False Harbour Beach Paradise. Directly on the beach. worlds highest tides

False Harbour Beach Paradise. Directly on the beach. worlds highest tides

Cape Forchu NS
Enjoy a beach locale, a water park, and patios. Popular attractions Cape Forchu Lightstation and Bunker Island Lighthouse are located nearby.
6/10 (2 reviews)
This is a nicely appointed RV that sits by itself on a beautiful stretch of beach with an interesting array of dog walkers coming by everyday. It was an exhiliarating feeling having the ocean so close. The RV was clean, spacious and comfortable. However, my first night the shower didn't have any ...

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025

False Harbour Beach Paradise. Directly on the beach. worlds highest tides
Beautiful Four Bedroom House with a Stunning view of the Chebogue River

Beautiful Four Bedroom House with a Stunning view of the Chebogue River

Yarmouth NS
Stay at this vacation home in Central Chebogue. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Yarmouth Links and Mariners Centre are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
This home is an excellent place to stay. Our host had thought of everything and even left a gift for us. Wonderful experience!!

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025

Beautiful Four Bedroom House with a Stunning view of the Chebogue River
Lakefront country cabin with rustic charm overlooking lake

Lakefront country cabin with rustic charm overlooking lake

Salmon River NS
Stay at this cabin in Lake Doucette. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Lac Doucette and Doctors Lake are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews)
Very clean and comfortable nice view of the lake

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025

Lakefront country cabin with rustic charm overlooking lake
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Cape Forchu Lightstation featuring a lighthouse and rugged coastline

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This historic lighthouse is worth its own special trip, both for the surrounding sights and for its natural and human history.

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