Belliveau Cove lies at the heart of the Municipality of Clare, the largest Acadian community in Nova Scotia where French remains the first language for many residents. This picturesque harbour on the Bay of Fundy's French Shore offers a window into a culture that has thrived here since Joseph and Marie Dugas became the first Acadian couple to settle the area in 1768. Their legacy lives on in the municipal park that bears their name, featuring a wharf, lighthouse, and nature trail along the scenic shoreline.

The Bay of Fundy's legendary tides—among the highest in the world—transform the cove twice daily. When the water recedes, locals head to the exposed seabed for clamming, a tradition passed down through generations. The working wharf remains home to a lobster fishing fleet, carrying on the Maritime heritage that defines this coast. Shorebirds flock to the mudflats during migration, and seals are a common sight bobbing in the waters offshore.

Visitors can experience authentic Acadian hospitality at the Saturday Farmer's Market (May through October) or join the beloved "Beaux Vendredis" suppers on summer Friday evenings, where locals and visitors gather to feast on fresh lobster and clams. Nearby, the Rendez-vous de la Baie cultural centre celebrates Acadian art and history, while a short drive brings you to Église Sainte-Marie in Church Point—the tallest wooden church in North America. Whether you're savouring traditional rappie pie, exploring the Evangeline Trail, or simply watching the tides reveal the ocean floor, Belliveau Cove delivers an unforgettable taste of Acadian Nova Scotia.

The Walton Lighthouse is the last original lighthouse in Hants County. It was built in 1873 by Timothy Parker at a cost of $620. It was once the brightest light on the Minas Basin in the upper Bay of Fundy. Over the years it guided ships into Walton port where they loaded cargoes of pulpwood, gypsum and barite. Walton Harbour was the busiest port in Nova Scotia in the 1950’s. The shipping declined in the 1970’s and the lighthouse was decommissioned. It was purchased by the Municipality of East Hants and declared a heritage property in 1992. It is currently maintained by the non-profit organization WADA, Walton and Area Development Association.