The 2021 Nova Scotia Culinary Trails

Looking for staycation ideas? Lucky for you, we’ve mapped out your ultimate Nova Scotia culinary road trip through the Nova Scotia Lobster, Chowder, & Good Cheer Trails! This year, there are three easy ways to collect stamps – the passport, the website or our soon-to-launch Taste of Nova Scotia app. Stay tuned for all the details!

Whether you’re tapping into local craft beverages, cracking open a freshly caught lobster, or diving into a bowl of seafood chowder – there’s something on the trails that will satisfy all your cravings. Keep reading for a few highlights to visit on your culinary trail staycation to each region of the province.

South Shore

The South Shore isn’t just home to must-see Nova Scotia landmarks like Lunenburg and Peggy’s Cove. The region is also home to 30+ trail stops!

Yarmouth & Acadian Shores

With just under 10 trail stops, it’s easy to fill your weekend getaway to Yarmouth & Acadian Shores with fresh local seafood and craft beverages.

Halifax Metro

evan's chowder with ferry background

Explore all that Halifax Metro has to offer through shopping, live music venues, and 40+ delicious trail stops!

Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley

the luckett phone booth sits in the vineyard against a sunset

The Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley is an agricultural hub in Nova Scotia, which is not surprising since it’s home to 50+ trail stops!

Northumberland Shore

A photo of a group of four people at Steinhart Distillery looking at owner/distiller Thomas Steinhart as he shows off one of their stills.

The Northumberland Shore’s warm water beaches and 12 trail stops make it the perfect place for your beach staycation!

Eastern Shore

Rose and Rooster Chowder

If you love to kick back, the Eastern Shore is for you! The Eastern Shore trail stops have got you covered with fresh seafood and local beverages.

Cape Breton Island

hand holds a dram of whiskey in front of glenora

Cape Breton is home to the Cabot Trail, the Cape Breton Highlands National Park, and many culinary trail stops that will keep you full after a day of adventuring.

Visit the links below for a complete list of trail stops:

GOOD CHEER TRAIL

LOBSTER TRAIL

CHOWDER TRAIL

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