Title: Visit Cape Forchu: 2026 Travel Guide for Cape Forchu, Nova Scotia | Expedia.com [Hotels in Cape Forchu](https://expedia.com/Cape-Forchu-Hotels.d717127586039980032.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Cape Forchu](https://expedia.com/Cape-Forchu-Vacation-Rentals.d717127586039980032.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Car Rentals in Cape Forchu](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Cape-Forchu.d717127586039980032.Car-Rental-Guide)[Cape Forchu Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Cape-Forchu.d717127586039980032.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Cape Forchu ## Travel Guide ![Cape Forchu Lightstation, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. Located at the tip of scenic Cape Forchu, approximately 10 minutes from the Town of Yarmouth, the Cape Forchu Lightstation is home to the first applecore style lighthouse with its 23 metres [75 feet] of statuesque beauty. This towering beacon, built in 1962, sits atop picturesque volcanic rocks and, along with its predecessor, has guided vessels safely into the Yarmouth Harbour since 1840.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6221289/59ea96b3-737a-486c-bc2e-b9b077c671a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cape Forchu Lightstation, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. Located at the tip of scenic Cape Forchu, approximately 10 minutes from the Town of Yarmouth, the Cape Forchu Lightstation is home to the first applecore style lighthouse with its 23 metres [75 feet] of statuesque beauty. This towering beacon, built in 1962, sits atop picturesque volcanic rocks and, along with its predecessor, has guided vessels safely into the Yarmouth Harbour since 1840.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6221289/59ea96b3-737a-486c-bc2e-b9b077c671a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![You may recognize this lighthouse. It has been in a lot of movies. most recently, "The Lighthouse." The lighthouse was constructed in 1839 and was operational in 1840. The original station was demolished in 1961 and replaced in 1962 with the "apple core" tower. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6221289/23d47e62-83b2-475d-b19c-b41bf3831745.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cape Forchu Lightstation showing a lighthouse and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6221289/a0a7c1a4-96be-453a-bc79-d9664755246f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cape Forchu Lightstation which includes rocky coastline and a lighthouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6221289/23696990-f6ff-4311-88dc-0ba0a089402e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Cape Forchu Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_717127586039980032) - Cape Forchu Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Cape Forchu ![False Harbour Beach Paradise. Directly on the beach. worlds highest tides](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102010000/102000400/102000337/017491d8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### False Harbour Beach Paradise. Directly on the beach. worlds highest tides Cape Forchu NS Enjoy a beach locale, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Cape Forchu Lightstation and Bunker Island Lighthouse are located nearby. 6/10 (2 reviews) This is a nicely appointed RV that sits by itself on a beautiful stretch of beach with an interesting array of dog walkers coming by everyday. It was an exhiliarating feeling having the ocean so close. The RV was clean, spacious and comfortable. However, my first night the shower didn't have any ... 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(1,281 reviews) Was a quick stay late check in due to work , but always great Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F21%2F2026&endDate=3%2F22%2F2026&selected=58323252&PinnedHotelID=58323252&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=717127586039980032) ![Rodd Grand Yarmouth Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28700/28632/59c0bf43_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rodd Grand Yarmouth Hotel 417 Main Street Yarmouth NS $81 nightly $96 total Mar 14 - Mar 15 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Yarmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,151 reviews) the facility was very nice, well maintained and the staff were polite and helpful Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F14%2F2026&endDate=3%2F15%2F2026&selected=28632&PinnedHotelID=28632&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=717127586039980032) [See all 37 properties in Cape Forchu](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F14%2F2026&endDate=3%2F15%2F2026®ionId=717127586039980032) 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. ![False Harbour Beach Paradise. Directly on the beach. worlds highest tides](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102010000/102000400/102000337/017491d8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### False Harbour Beach Paradise. Directly on the beach. worlds highest tides Cape Forchu NS Enjoy a beach locale, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Cape Forchu Lightstation and Bunker Island Lighthouse are located nearby. 6/10 (2 reviews) This is a nicely appointed RV that sits by itself on a beautiful stretch of beach with an interesting array of dog walkers coming by everyday. It was an exhiliarating feeling having the ocean so close. The RV was clean, spacious and comfortable. However, my first night the shower didn't have any ... Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Cape-Forchu-Hotels-False-Harbour-Beach-ParadiseDirectly-On-The-Beachworlds-Highest-Tides.h102000337.Hotel-Information) ![Ocean view house](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114410000/114406400/114406343/b63cffc6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ocean view house Overton NS Stay at this vacation home in Overton. Enjoy a garden, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Killam Brothers Shipping Office and W. Laurence ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews) Kitchen was very well equipped. 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