Northeast Golf Region

The northeast golf region offers visitors a diverse array of adventures both on and off the course, from warm salt-water beaches, crisp local wines, dramatic landscapes and living history experiences. Three scenic travelways make up the northeast golf region - the Glooscap Trail; the Sunrise Trail; and the Marine Drive.

The surging tides of the Bay of Fundy reveal hundred-million-year-old fossils and semi-precious gems lodged in the Triassic cliffs of the Glooscap Trail. Discover this ancient landscape then relax by savouring local plump blueberries, crisp wines and rich seafood.

Warm salt-water beaches and quaint Scottish communities are the order of the day when touring the Sunrise Trail. In addition to the many Scottish festivals and highland games, there are many local businesses worth touring, such as vineyards and professional artisans.

Along the Marine Drive, visit a restored 18th-century fishing village at Fisherman’s Cove and a 19th-century lumbering and ship-building town at Sherbrooke Village. Angle in the Liscombe River; hike Taylor Head National Park; and kayak through salt-marshes that teem with wildlife.

Regional Highlights

Glooscap Trail - Festival & Events
Truro International Tulip Festival - May 16 to May 19, Truro
4th Annual Acoustic Maritime Music Festival - July 18 to July 20, Kempt Shore
7th Annual Kempt Shore Bluegrass & Oldtime Music Festival - August 15 to August 17, Kempt Shore
Annual Wild Blueberry Potluck Supper - August 23, Masstown
Eastern Canada Bluegrass Music Awards - October 18, Truro

Destination Highlights
The Ship’s Company Theatre - July through September
Anne Murray Centre - walk in the footsteps of Nova Scotia’s singing superstar
The Tidal Bore - raft the Tidal Bore on the Shubenacadie River or view the Tidal Bore in Truro, South Maitland/Maitland, River Herbert or Maccan

Golf Tournament
Junior Midget, Riverrun Golf Club - July 7 to July 8, Truro

Vineyard Tours
Williamsdale Winery

Sunrise Trail - Festival & Events
Pictou Lobster Carnival - July 4 to July 6, Pictou
Antigonish Highland Games - July 18 to July 20, Antigonish
Riverfront Music Jubilee - July 31 to August 3, New Glasgow
9th Annual Pictou Bluegrass Festival - August 22 to August 24, Pictou

Destination Highlights
Museum of Industry in Stellarton - experience the human story of Industry in Nova Scotia.
Warmest Salt Water Beaches in Nova Scotia
Blueberries, Maple, Fine Wine & Fresh Produce - treat your taste buds at one of our many Farmer’s Markets, Berry U-Picks or Vineyards

Vineyard Tours
Jost Vineyards, Malagash