Nova Scotia is in Canada. It is an amazing destination for coastline adventuring. Nova Scotia has 360 miles of coastlines containing picturesque fishing villages, rolling green hills, and beautiful provincial parks. The waterfalls here are crowded. Let’s take a look at some of the best Nova Scotia waterfalls. 

Here are the Best Waterfalls to Visit in Nova Scotia

 

1. Mary Ann Falls

 

Mary Ann Falls is in Cape Breton. This is the most famous waterfall. It is a 20-foot cascade featuring a viewing platform next to the falls. There is a staircase that will take you to the base of the falls. Visitors can find many viewing platforms. One can swim in the base pool. The current looks quite strong when the water level is high. Reaching the falls is either easy from the parking lot, or could require a larger walk. It would be possible to walk in using the road.

2. Jane’s Waterfall

 

Jane’s Waterfall is near the Rogart Mountain Trail in Earltown, Nova Scotia. It begins and ends at the Sugar Moon Farm. There are two ways to get there. It depends on the type of hike the visitors are looking for. There is a shortcut: following the road from Sugar Moon Farms right to the falls. Visitors can take the full 6km trail that starts with a climb up Rogart Mountain and then descends into the woods until you reach the waterfall. The scenic route is worth the hike. It is a stunning look-off, watch the forest transform as one ascends the mountain, and follows the brook downstream to the waterfall. We is recommended to visit Jane’s Waterfall during spring when the water is high.

3. Economy Falls

 

Economic Falls is in the rural community of Economy in Colchester County, Nova Scotia on the north shore of the Minas Basin. This falls is renowned for its beauty and geology and the Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Global Geopark is home to some of the oldest rocks in Nova Scotia. 186 steps down will give a view of the waterfall from below. Hikers can explore the extensive Kenomee Trail System. Economy Falls is impressive during the spring months when the water levels are high, visitors can witness the roar of the plunging water.

4. Joseph Howe Falls

 

Joseph Howe Falls is located in Victoria Park. It is a beautiful place to visit during all seasons. This place offers a seamless balance between infrastructure and nature. The waterfall has a height of 25 feet and falls at an 80-degree angle. Visitors are allowed to swim in these falls.  To reach the falls you have to take the 0.7-mile trail from the Victoria Park parking area. The walk is relatively flat with minimal incline. Visitors can enjoy points of interest like Jacob’s Ladder a 175-step staircase, a heated outdoor pool, and an old wishing well. They can even find one more waterfall in the park, Waddle Falls.

5. Borden Brook Falls

 

Borden Brook Falls is in Blomidon Provincial Park in Blomidon, Nova Scotia. This fall is 3.5km climbs to a height of 185 m, and crosses Borden Brook. It is just a short walk to the base of the Borden Brook waterfall. This waterfall features a series of cascades. Visitors can even explore other points of interest in the park such as panoramic look-offs to the Bay of Fundy. There is also a beach where one can walk along the seafloor at low tide. Visitors can find Cape Spilt nearby, home to one of the most popular hikes in the province.

6. Uisge Ban Falls

 

Uisge Ban Falls is a 2.7-km out-and-back trail near Baddeck, Nova Scotia. It is generally considered a moderately challenging route. That takes an average of 49 min to complete. This area is famous for hiking, you can find other people while exploring. Uisge Ban Falls features a 50-foot waterfall. The best times to visit this trail are May through October.