Cape Forchu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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 featuring a garden and a lighthouse
Cape Forchu Lightstation which includes a lighthouse and rocky coastline
Tru By Hilton Yarmouth

Tru By Hilton Yarmouth

2.5 out of 5
10588 Starrs Road Yarmouth NS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 2.489.698 ₫ per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
2.489.698 ₫
2.923.403 ₫ total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
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! (1,273 reviews)
It was perfect

Reviewed on 5 Feb 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! (1,151 reviews)
I didn't have breakfast

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Get rates
Rodd Grand Yarmouth Hotel
Mavillette Beach Lodge and RV Park

Mavillette Beach Lodge and RV Park

2 out of 5
124 John Doucette Road Mavillette NS
Stay at this motel in Mavillette. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Mavillette Beach Provincial Park and Cape Saint Mary Lighthouse ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (338 reviews)
The motel itself is cheap and cheerful, but the people who own/run it are amazing! Very friendly and helpful. The view from our room was outstanding - one of the few places in Nova Scotia you can see a sunset over the ocean!!

Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025

Get rates
Mavillette Beach Lodge and RV Park
See all 37 properties in Cape Forchu
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.
Cameo Hotel and Suites

Cameo Hotel and Suites

3 out of 5
1572 Barrington St Halifax NS
Stay at this aparthotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and Netflix. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (515 reviews)
Great stay at Cameo Hotel & Suites! Clean rooms, comfortable beds, and friendly staff. Smooth experience overall—would definitely recommend.

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Cameo Hotel and Suites
Micro Boutique Living Wolfville

Micro Boutique Living Wolfville

3.5 out of 5
336 Main Street Wolfville NS
Stay at this apartment in Wolfville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the convenient parking and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,097 reviews)
Very nice stay, will return

Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025

Micro Boutique Living Wolfville
Windmill walk

Windmill walk

3 out of 5
63 Windmill Rd Dartmouth NS
Stay at this business-friendly apartment in Dartmouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (219 reviews)
Great spot and perfect place to stay for a short visit. The furnished appartment is so much more comfortable than a hotel room. Had a great nap on the full size couch after a long day at work

Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025

Windmill walk
See all 2,151 properties in Nova Scotia
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.

Popular places to visit

Cape Forchu Lightstation which includes a lighthouse and rocky coastline

Cape Forchu Lightstation

Learn about the local history of Cape Forchu with a stop at Cape Forchu Lightstation. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Cape Forchu Lightstation