Brier and Long Islands Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Balancing rock, Nova Scotia, Canada
After leaving Digby, NS, driving 40 minutes, surviving the sharp turns, and taking two ferries you will discover Brier Island. This island is small, but packed with great hiking and rock jumping. Not many tourists or Nova Soctians make their way out to the island, and that's a shame because it is worth the trip.
There are many fascinating hikes and sights in Nova Scotia, Canada but the Balancing Rock on Long Island is one you won't forget.
Tiverton harbor.
Pond Cove, Brier Island. Most people visit Bier Island for the excellant whale watching, but the draw for me was the chance to hike 20km around the coast of the entire island. A full day of coastal scenery, with the ocean never out of sight? Yes please!
Brier Island Lodge

Brier Island Lodge

3 out of 5
557 Water St Westport NS
Stay at this lodge in Westport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Peter Island Lighthouse and Central Grove Picnic ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (456 reviews)
The owner was very friendly and accomodating, and the inn was perfect! Would have stayed two night if i knew in advanced how beautiful the island is! Will definitely come back here!

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

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Brier Island Lodge
Nova Scotia Island getaway home: private, comfy, spectacular ocean views

Nova Scotia Island getaway home: private, comfy, spectacular ocean views

Freeport NS
Stay at this holiday home in Freeport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Peter Island Lighthouse and Central ...
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Nova Scotia Island getaway home: private, comfy, spectacular ocean views
Lakefront country cabin with rustic charm overlooking lake

Lakefront country cabin with rustic charm overlooking lake

Salmon River NS
The price is £111 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
£111
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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
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Nova Scotia Island getaway home: private, comfy, spectacular ocean views

Nova Scotia Island getaway home: private, comfy, spectacular ocean views

Freeport NS
Stay at this holiday home in Freeport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Peter Island Lighthouse and Central ...
Nova Scotia Island getaway home: private, comfy, spectacular ocean views
Victorian ocean front cottage on the shores of the highest tides in the world.

Victorian ocean front cottage on the shores of the highest tides in the world.

New Edinburgh NS
Stay at this cottage in New Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and a picnic area. Popular attractions Sissiboo Landing and New France Historical ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
All as expected. Highly recommended

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Victorian ocean front cottage on the shores of the highest tides in the world.
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
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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

Balancing Rock Trail

Find out about the history of Tiverton with a stop at Balancing Rock Trail. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Balancing Rock Trail

Boar's Head Lighthouse

Learn about the local history of Tiverton when you spend time at Boar's Head Lighthouse. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Boar's Head Lighthouse

Peter Island Lighthouse

You can learn about the history of Westport with a stop at Peter Island Lighthouse. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Peter Island Lighthouse

Cities near Brier and Long Islands

Nova Scotia's most famous balancing act, the Balancing Rock in Tiverton.

Tiverton

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