Tobeatic Wilderness and Southern Nova Scotia Biosphere Preserve

Few people know about the Southern Nova Scotia World Biosphere Preserve, which was created shortly after the province created the Tobeatic Wilderness Preserve in late 1998. This is the largest protected wilderness area in all of Atlantic Canada. There are large sections of primary Acadian forest, hundreds of pristine lakes, eskers, upland bogs, and several major riuver systems including the Roseway and Tusket. One good point of access is in East Kemptville, Yarmouth County or along the stretch of HWY 203 between East Kemptville and Upper Ohio, Shelburne County. Lodging options are few and far between. One choice is Trout Point Lodge in East Kemptville. There are hiking trails going into the wildenress area from Trout Point and also canoe and kayak routes.