Digby County

Digby County is an administrative region in Nova Scotia spanning roughly 2,500 square kilometers, with the Digby Neck peninsula extending into the Bay of Fundy. Highway 101 crosses the territory and ferry services link to nearby islands.

The county was formed in 1837 following settlement by British Loyalists after the American Revolutionary War. This early population shaped the administrative structure that remains today.

The Municipality of Clare preserves French-Acadian traditions through language and customs that residents continue to practice in their daily lives.

You can reach the region via Highway 101 and use ferry services to explore nearby islands and peninsulas. The best time to visit is from May through October when weather is milder and roads are in good condition for driving.

The Bear River First Nations reserve is partially built on wooden stilts above the tidal river, an unusual construction adapted to the area's extreme tides. This building method shows how residents work with the natural conditions.

Location: Nova Scotia

Inception: 1837

Shares border with: Yarmouth County

GPS coordinates: 44.30000,-65.80000

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:02