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 showing a park and a lighthouse
Cape Forchu Lightstation which includes a lighthouse and rocky coastline
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)
Excellent location, very peaceful. Check in was very easy and host was responsive to any requests. Accommodation was clean. Only complaint is that it stated in ad that it could accommodate 6 people, it cannot, 4 at best.

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

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 HK$737 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
HK$737
HK$865 total
28 Jan - 29 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Yarmouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,258 reviews)
Fantastic staff and amenities

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Tru By Hilton Yarmouth
Rodd Grand Yarmouth Hotel

Rodd Grand Yarmouth Hotel

3 out of 5
417 Main Street Yarmouth NS
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Yarmouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,152 reviews)
I didn't have breakfast

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Rodd Grand Yarmouth Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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)
Excellent location, very peaceful. Check in was very easy and host was responsive to any requests. Accommodation was clean. Only complaint is that it stated in ad that it could accommodate 6 people, it cannot, 4 at best.

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

False Harbour Beach Paradise. Directly on the beach. worlds highest tides
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 Wi-Fi, an in-room coffee maker and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Lac Doucette and Doctors Lake are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews)
Very clean and comfortable nice view of the lake

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Lakefront country cabin with rustic charm overlooking lake
Adventure Cabin too! 
Cosy cabin on lake edge

Adventure Cabin too! Cosy cabin on lake edge

Salmon River NS
Stay at this cottage in Lake Doucette. Enjoy an in-room coffee maker, in-room fireplaces and air conditioning. Popular attractions Lac Doucette and Doctors Lake ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (9 reviews)
Cabin was very nice but needs some small maintenance. Electrical plug at left of the sink has loose connections. Trim on left of bedroom "barn door" needs nailing. Shower has low water pressure. Only one table spoon in cutlery set and no serving spoons.These are minor issues biut would add to the ...

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Adventure Cabin too! Cosy cabin on lake edge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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