Rural Experiences
For Curious Travelers
Tucked into the corner of eastern Nova Scotia is a place with starry skies, quiet trails, and big adventures.
Take the Road Less Travelled
St. Mary's Recplex
The St. Mary’s Recplex is a modern, multi-use recreation facility. It features an ice rink during the winter months, as well as skate sharpening services, a concrete surface floor in the summer, and a year-round walking track.
- 164 Old Road Hill, Sherbrooke, NS B0J 3C0
- (902)522-2646
Affordable Equipment Rentals
The Municipality of the District of St. Mary’s offers a variety of equipment available for rent, including Kayaks (incl. paddles and life jackets), bicycles (inc. helmets), tents, fishing rods and more. Rentals are open to community members and organizations. Browse available items, check rental fees, and submit your request online.
Ride the Wild Side
Discover the thrill of off-road adventures.
History, Heritage, and a Whole Lot of Heart
Spend a day with the old ways at Sherbrooke Village, where history comes to life.
Find Peace in the Quiet
Hiking, birding, or sitting by the water doing nothing at all.
Country Harbour Ferry
The Country Harbour ferry is one of four cable ferries operating in Nova Scotia. In the summer, the ferry departs every 15 minutes. During the rest of the year, the ferry departs on the hour from Country Harbour side and on the half-hour from the Port Bickerton side. Signs are posted to notify travellers if the ferry is not running or you may phone 902-387-2200. July 1- September 30 – 7:00am to 6:00pm
This ferry is all a part of the Eastern Shore experience, so feel free to get out of your car, stretch your legs and talk to the crew during this short crossing. Cars and bicycles are free.
Sherbrooke Public Library
Find public-use computers with high-speed internet access and public Wi-Fi are available. Need to print, photocopy, laminate, and/or fax? Stop by. Check out the selection of fiction, non-fiction, genealogy, local history, reference materials, videos, audiobooks, large print titles, jigsaw puzzles, and more.
- 11 Main Street, Sherbrooke, NS
- (902) 522-2180
Cast a line
Fly fish the legendary St. Mary’s River or paddle its calm bends—it’s your move.
Slow Travel. Real Places. Real People.
Wander off the beaten path for Nova Scotia’s hidden secret. (We’re even hard to find on Google Maps!)
Nature-based escapes are just a few hours from Halifax, Moncton, or Charlottetown.
