Smuggler's Cove Provincial Park, provincial park of Nova Scotia, Canada
Smuggler's Cove Provincial Park is a coastal park in Nova Scotia with rocky cliffs that rise above the Atlantic Ocean. The grounds feature walking trails and viewing platforms where visitors can see the water and rugged shoreline stretching toward the horizon.
The park takes its name from rum runners who operated here during Prohibition in the early 20th century. The cove's hidden geography and sea caves made it a natural landing spot for boats carrying illegal alcohol.
The cove's name reflects its smuggling past, which remains a living part of local stories and community identity. Visitors drawn to this place often think about how geography and human activity shaped the meaning of this coastal spot over time.
Note that beach access is no longer available as of 2023, but the cliff trails and viewing platforms remain open for exploration. Walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are useful since conditions on the cliffs can be windy and changeable.
A small sea cave visible from the viewing platforms was once used as a hiding spot for boats and goods during smuggling operations. This natural feature is the only physical reminder of the clandestine activity that once took place here.
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