Nova Scotia’s

Treasure

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Welcome to the Municipality of Chester, Kespukwitk. Beaches, trails, and lakes are waiting for you. Enjoy the views from one of our patio restaurants. Relax with friends at Nova Scotia’s oldest pub. Indulge at our provinces first Nordic Spa. Take a walk back in time at Ross Farm Museum. Whether you are a local, visiting us again or for the first time, let us help you experience everything there is to love about our communities. It’s time to explore.
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spotlight June 12, 2026 • 1 Min Read
Chester Connection Trail Closed
Due to the Highway 103 twinning project, the Chester Connection Trail will be closed between East River and the Highway...
Image show two people at the top of Castle Rock Trails overlooking forest and ocean in the distance.
spotlight April 28, 2026 • 3 Min Read
Trails of MOC
Step into the fresh air and let curiosity lead the way - because in our Municipal of Chester there is...
Photo of five red Adirondack chairs in a semi circle at the top of Ruby's Trail in New Ross overlooking trees with a blue sky.
spotlight March 17, 2026 • 3 Min Read
5 Reasons to Explore MOC this Spring
Our Municipality of Chester is stunning in Spring. Not too busy, with room to breath and explore. Our communities are...
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The Tancook Island Ferry

The ferry departs daily from Chester and services both Little and Big Tancook Islands. There is short-term designated parking on Duke Street. For longer stays, visit the Tancook Island parking lot on Valley Road, Chester.

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Our Tourism Ambassadors

We’ve teamed up with local partners who stock a variety of brochures outlining what there is to see and do throughout the municipality

Nova Scotia Parks

Whether you’re up for a day at the beach, camping overnight, or a picnic plan your trip to one of our provincial parks.
Bayswater 
Card Lake
East River
Graves Island

By Water

If you’re making your way to our neck of woods by water we’ve got plenty of ports to pull up in. 

Contact Us

How can we help? Contact us with questions, for help planning your trip.