The Area
Pugwash “World Famous for Peace“
Pugwash is a quaint village centrally located along the North Shore Region of Nova Scotia. Situated on a scenic estuary at the mouth of the Pugwash River it boasts a busy harbour which is used for both industry and leisure activities. It’s not uncommon to see salt boats and sailboats in the harbour at the same time. It’s prime location makes it easily accessible by car from three of the larger cities in the Atlantic Provinces: Moncton NB, Charlottetown, PE, and Halifax, NS. Pugwash has long been a popular holiday area and it is a jumping off point for many day trips into the other provinces.
Pugwash first gained the worlds attention in 1957 when industrialist and humanitarian Cyrus Eaton convened the first Peace Conference at Pineo Lodge. The “Pugwash Movement” thereafter became synonymous with the themes of global co-operation and nuclear disarmament, sharing the Nobel Peace Prize with Joseph Rotblat in 1995. The Lodge is located at the mouth of the harbour and is a must see when visiting the village.
The village of Pugwash itself offers visitors a unique photo gallery, craft shops, and is the home of world famous Seagull Pewter. Also in the town is the Windsor Salt Mine which produces over one million tonnes annually of some of the world’s purest salt!
Travelling just outside the town are you will come across two award winning golf courses Northumberland Links , Pugwash and Fox Harbour. For swimmers and beachcombers, there are over 30 fine-sandy beaches to offer many hours of enjoyment with some of the warmest waters in Nova Scotia. There are 12 provincial parks along the length of the North Shore Region where nature lovers can enjoy picnic area, hiking trails, bird watching and wildlife filled salt water mashes and forests.
Marinas for sailing are found in several towns along the shore.
No trip to the North Shore Region would be complete without tasting the local bounty of the area. From wild blueberries and maple syrup to locally produced fine wines and fresh fish the choice is yours! Local lobster is a favourite treat especially when cooked over an open fire. There are numerous restaurants and cafes at which to dine or enjoy cooking some of the local cuisine for yourself.
MAY WE SUGGEST- DAY TRIPS FROM THE PUGWASH AREA
Visit Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
Drive the coastal scenic route from Pugwash to the Confederation Bridge which spans the Northumberland Strait from New Brunswick to PE. Spend the day in Charlottetown and visit local attractions then take the ferry from Wood Islands, P.E.I to Caribou near Pictou, Nova Scotia. Return to Pugwash via the Sunrise Trail (Route 6).
Fossil Hunting and Rock hounding on the Fundy Shore
Drive to River Hebert, Nova Scotia from Pugwash west on the Sunrise Trail and then switch to the Fundy Shore Drive in Amherst and head south. Visit the Joggins Fossil Cliffs and Fossil Center near River Hebert and then drive the Fundy Shore Drive to Parrsboro for rock hounding along the north shore of the minas basin searching for semi-precious stones. Visit the Geological Museum and see Jurassic age dinosaur bones on display. Return to Pugwash via Springhill and Oxford world famous for Wild blueberries.
Museums, Wine Tasting, Tour a Grist Mill
Drive east along the Sunrise Trail to Malagash to visit the Jost Vineyard to sample fine wines and tour the facility. Continue east to Tatamagouche and follow the signs for the Balmoral Grist Mill . The historic Grist Mill was built in 1874, the water powered mill is now a museum. Returning toward Pugwash on the Sunrise Trail stop at the Sunrise Trail Museum in Tatamagouche and Intercolonial Railway Station . Visit the Wallace Area Museum just west of Wallace to view the history of shipbuilding and early 20th century lifestyles. Return to Pugwash just in time to catch a spectacular sunset over the Northumberland Strait.
Spend the Day Visiting Pugwash and Area
Begin at the Interpretive Center located at the Visitor Information 
Center in Pugwash, next to the former train station. Learn about how salt is mined, and about the Seagull Pewter Company Take a leisurely stroll down water street to shop and follow the street to Eaton Park where you can watch the fishing boats coming in with their catch of lobsters and read about the history of the Pugwash Peace Movement from the information panels in the park.
Take a drive down the scenic Gulf Shore road and stop at the provincial park and beach. Continue on east toward Wallace and stop at the Wallace Bay National Wildlife Area for a walk on the walking trails and watch for the many bird species in the area.
Enjoy a seafood dish at one of the local restaurants and cafes and take in the spectacular sunsets to complete a perfect day in Pugwash.
