Welcome to Guysborough County
You Belong Here.
Taking the path less travelled can have surprising rewards.
For folks who have visited Guysborough County, they know this to be true. Their path revealed our unspoiled nature and culture – Nova Scotia’s greatest secret. This site will assist you in discovering our place – to encounter our wild places and vibrant communities. Guysborough County is where you can meet local people, participate in nature experiences, spend time with an artist, enjoy local music, and be carried back in time. Discover The Secret Worth Sharing!
A path of unspoiled nature and culture.
Stanfest
Canada’s Song Writers Festival
July , 2025
Route 16 Thunder Rally
Great Riding, Friends, Food, & Music
August, 2025
ArtWorks East
Experience The Work of Local Artists
Summer, 2025
Festival Savalette
Experience Acadian Culture
August, 2025
Nor’Easter Craft Beer Festival
Beer, Spirits, and Good Times
November 16, 2024
Sherbrooke Show and Shine
For The Antique Car Lover
September, 2024
Sherbrooke Market
Crafts, Food, Music, and People
Saturdays, June – October, 2024
Plan Your Adventure
Join local guides as they explore with you the nature and culture of Guysborough County on boats, beaches, forests, and in the night sky.
Dark Skies of Tor Bay
Experience The Night Sky Over The Ocean
June – October, 2024
Sugar Islands Boat Tour
Discover Nature & History of Sugar Islands
July – October, 2024
Seashores & Sandcastles
Explore Beaches & Build Sandcastles
June – October, 2024
Foggy Forests & Friends
Explore The Coastal Forests Of Tor Bay
July – October, 2024
Canso Islands & Stories
Explore Islands, History & Wild Coasts of Tor Bay
June – October, 2024
Guided Kayak Tours
Explore the Eastern Shore by Kayak
June – August, 2024
Canoe St. Mary’s Eco & Art
Explore the St. Mary’s River By Canoe
June – October, 2024
Lighthouses & Lite Hikes
Explore Coastal Trails & Learn About Lighthouses
July – October, 2024
Visit Guysborough
Your Adventure Awaits
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