A Visit to Pretty Blue Rocks, Nova Scotia

Timeless coastal scenes in Blue Rocks
Timeless coastal scenes in Blue Rocks

I returned to Blue Rocks, Nova Scotia after more than a 33 year hiatus. The last time I was here was in the early dating phase with my husband John – and we’ve been married now for almost 38 years.

At the time we were both working as geologists for the summer in Nova Scotia – but for different companies. My company gave me a vehicle and a cook prepared our meals. His company gave him a vehicle and weekly food allowance. That meant we could indulge weekly in wine and scallops in the Lunenburg area and then head to Blue Rocks Nova Scotia – a 10 minute drive away, to walk off the meal.

That wine we’d drink was probably Liebfraumilch or Black Nun. That was living though I wouldn’t be caught dead drinking that stuff now. But a hearty yes still to the scallops.

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The view as you enter the hamlet of Blue Rocks
The view as you enter the hamlet of Blue Rocks, Nova Scotia

Blue Rocks is just minute’s away from Lunenburg

When I revisited Blue Rocks by bike what most struck me – apart from the totally quiet feeling to Blue Rocks – was its timeless beauty. I spoke with someone last night who had found a local to chat to – and she was told that there are still six fisherman working out of Blue Rocks. It’s also the type of place people retire to.

Should you make it as far as Lunenburg don’t miss the chance to explore this small fishing hamlet. Blue Rocks Nova Scotia is a place untouched by time. 

Blue Rocks, Nova Scotia location map                             

                                                                         

Who would enjoy a visit to Blue Rocks, Nova Scotia?

If you’re a photographer or an artist you’ll adore a visit to Blue Rocks. Try and catch the golden hour for the magical light. And if you’re into kayaking, the waters around Blue Rocks would be fun to poke around in.

Looking out on very calm seas
Looking out on very calm seas in Blue Rocks, Nova Scotia
Blue on blue
Blue on blue
Fisherman's cottage with a view
Fisherman’s cottage with a view in Blue Rocks
A scenic coastal road
A scenic coastal road
A blast of colour in the Blue Rocks harbour
A blast of colour in the Blue Rocks harbour
Safe harbour here
Safe harbour here
Walk the wharf in Blue Rocks
Walk the wharf in Blue Rocks
Love the palette of colours in Blue Rocks
Love the palette of colours in Blue Rocks
The colourful shoreline in Blue Rocks
The colourful shoreline in Blue Rocks 
Colourful fishing shacks and cottages
Colourful fishing cottages
People aren't afraid of colour in Blue Rocks
People aren’t afraid of colour in Blue Rocks
It's fun exploring tide pools
It’s fun exploring tide pools but don’t slip on the seaweed
Fishing boat at anchor
Fishing boat at anchor in Blue Rocks

Where to stay near Blue Rocks

Lunenburg is just an 8-minute drive away. It’s home to loads of B&B’s, motels and inns. 

The Sail Inn Lunenburg is a turn of the century B&B that’s close to the waterfront. It’s rated superb.

The Alicion Bed & Breakfast rated exceptional is known for its great breakfasts.

The Smuggler’s Cove Inn across from the Lunenburg docks is rated as fabulous.

Further reading on things to do in Nova Scotia

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Blue Rocks, Nova Scotia - a stunning fishing village near Lunenburg

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