Cape Forchu Lighthouse
Cape Forchu Lighthouse
4.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Welcome to Cape Forchu, a Light Like No Other. This spectacular and unique "apple core" lighthouse is the second most photographed lighthouse in Nova Scotia and located just 10 minutes outside the Town of Yarmouth. The Cape has been welcoming visitors since 1604, when Samuel de Champlain landed and named the area "Cap Forchu," meaning "Forked tongue of land."
Duration: 2-3 hours
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County-Hunter
Tacoma, WA3,751 contributions
Jul 2024 • Couples
Normally, you just have to say lighthouse to get me excited, but when you tell me that it's climbable and then you follow that up by saying that it's is Nova Scotia's tallest climbable lighthouse, then I'm in nirvana!
It cost $15 CAD to climb and you have to go up with a guide. You also have to be 48" or taller and they make you sign a waiver. It isn't too hard. I'm 62 and could be in better shape and I made it with no problem. We enjoyed our tour guide Grace, who explained a lot and patiently answered all our questions. The small museum is nice and the grounds are just as nice. They even have a small restaurant that unfortunately is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. The only other drawback was that it was foggy in the day we went so couldn't see much. We still had a great time though. Definitely worth a visit.
It cost $15 CAD to climb and you have to go up with a guide. You also have to be 48" or taller and they make you sign a waiver. It isn't too hard. I'm 62 and could be in better shape and I made it with no problem. We enjoyed our tour guide Grace, who explained a lot and patiently answered all our questions. The small museum is nice and the grounds are just as nice. They even have a small restaurant that unfortunately is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. The only other drawback was that it was foggy in the day we went so couldn't see much. We still had a great time though. Definitely worth a visit.
Written 9 July 2024
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Eric A
Sykesville390 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
Very much enjoyed our time here, beautiful views and scenery, we had lovely weather and found it to be a very peaceful spot. The climb to the top of the tower is one 77 step long spiral staircase. The may not be fit everyone, but we both found it to be week worth the effort.
All three docents we interacted with were knowledgeable about both the history of the beacon/site, as well as the local area, and each of them was just a delight to speak with. All in all an excellent traveling experience, and a wonderful learning opportunity.
All three docents we interacted with were knowledgeable about both the history of the beacon/site, as well as the local area, and each of them was just a delight to speak with. All in all an excellent traveling experience, and a wonderful learning opportunity.
Written 4 September 2023
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Thank you so much for visiting Cape Forchu Lighthouse and leaving a great review! You are always welcome to the Cape!
Written 14 December 2023
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Justtravelling4
Halifax, Canada352 contributions
Aug 2020
We loved our visit to Cape Forchu. It was a little foggy at first when we arrived, but it started to burn off during our time there. The area has a lot of history and beautiful rock formations. We enjoyed walking the short trail that had a number of plaques with the history of the area. They have a restaurant up by the lighthouse and washroom facilities. I highly recommend visiting this area, if you are in Yarmouth.
Written 2 September 2020
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Thanks for visiting and leaving a review! It's incredibly appreciated. Great to hear you loved your visit :)
Written 7 September 2020
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Lena
Nova Scotia, Canada67 contributions
Jun 2022 • Family
It's an interesting drive from Yarmouth to Cape Forchu with many opportunities for some interesting photo ops. The lighthouse area itself is very nice with good parking and walking trails. There is a small gift shop and eatery in the building beside the lighthouse and the food is quite good. Always love visiting Cape Forchu where the movie, "The Lighthouse" was filmed with Robert Pattinson.
Written 16 July 2022
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Thank you for the positive review! You are always welcome at The Cape :)
Written 23 August 2022
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JAB
North Haven, CT8 contributions
Jul 2023
We spent 3-4 hours here just basking in the views and taking photos. Lovey spot and fun to climb the lighthouse stairs. Not recommended for those who are not comfortable in closed in spaces. The climb is not too strenuous but you have to be able to climb a short ladder at the top. about 72 narrow stairs.
Written 24 July 2023
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Thank you very much for visiting and for leaving a great review. We hope to see you again soon!
Written 25 July 2023
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Nhiker
ks632 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
There are sooo many lighthouses in Nova Scotia. We really enjoyed this one. Great views from the top and interesting history and stories told by a guide whose grandfather just happened to have been a lighthouse keeper there.
Written 2 June 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We appreciate the thoughtful words!
Written 23 August 2022
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JFWhite
Moncton, Canada6,588 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
Came here today for a walk around the point where the lighthouse is. So nice, well maintained and lots to see!
There is a free parking lot, and you cab walk from there.
Highly recommended!
There is a free parking lot, and you cab walk from there.
Highly recommended!
Written 14 August 2020
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Thanks so much for the review - greatly appreciated! We always love to hear from our visitors. Glad you had a great visit :)
Written 16 August 2020
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worktotravel14
Trenton, NJ3,725 contributions
Sept 2019
We spent about an hour at this lighthouse while making our way south around the western end of Nova Scotia. It's a beautiful lighthouse, with many walking paths and lots of history to take in. It's among the most striking lighthouses. There's also a nice cafe. We'd love to come here when it's sunny.
Written 23 August 2020
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Thanks for leaving a review and coming to Cape Forchu! So glad to hear you enjoyed your visit :) There sure is a lot of history to take in!
Written 30 August 2020
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Prmsmus
Nova Scotia, Canada72 contributions
Aug 2020
We visited on a lovely afternoon and found the scenery lovely. The rugged coastline is beautiful! I was also happy to earn an Earth Geocache and learn about the formation of the rocks. Unfortunately we were too late to enjoy a coffee at the café.
Written 23 August 2020
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Thanks for the visit and review! It's greatly appreciated :) If you make it back this year in September the cafe hours will be Thursday - Sunday, 11 am - 6 pm! Hope to see you at Cape Forchu again!
Written 30 August 2020
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tshep42
Halifax, Canada4,168 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
It’s a short drive outside of the main downtown area. It doesn’t take very long to walk around and see the place. There is a restaurant there but it wasn’t open when we were there. Take a pic in the supersized Adirondack chair. It’s one of the best places to go for a beautiful sunset.
Written 28 August 2022
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Thank you for the positive review! We are happy that you enjoyed your visit :)
Written 31 August 2022
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Hello Lila! Cape Forchu Lighthouse is a free attraction for all visitors to enter and enjoy :)
Written 12 July 2020
Is it true that two women who sat up on the rocks one stormy night were both swept into the sea. There is a memorial stone there with their names on it?
Written 8 April 2018
I should add...in the maritimes, most beaches look beautiful, but can be quite deadly...heed the warnings from the locals...We don't tell you stories just for entertainment, we want to keep our visitors safe
Written 9 April 2018
CapeForchuLighthouse
Yarmouth, Canada
Yes!!! The lighthouse still works and is under control of the Coast Guard.
Written 12 October 2017
Is there anything we can see in this area right now? Ie. Tomorrow
Written 20 April 2017
fromtheheart2017
Yarmouth, Canada
Yes!!, You can walk the trail and up to and around the lighthouse! If someone it there, they might let you have a peek inside, we are renovating. We open mid May.
Written 20 April 2017
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