Parrsboro Shore 1 - Partridge Island, Wassons Bluff, and Five Islands Provincial Park

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My 4 day trip of the Parrsboro shore area started with a hike to Partridge Island in the town of Parrsboro. A mild hike of about 45 minutes, the trail takes you to an observation tower where you get excellent views of the "Minas Gut"; the narrowest part of the Minas Basin. Across you can see Blomidon and Cape Split NS. After a little beachcombing and erecting a driftwood sculpture, I spent the evening at the Madhatter Hostel. Kathy is a helpful and friendly host who loves to share her travel stories. The hostel is even within walking distance of the local Tim Hortons! The next day I visited Wassons Bluff; known for its fossil deposits. Off to Five Islands Provincial Park, I visited the beach finding one walking stick. I hiked one trail, about 90 minutes return, with great views of the red rocks and cliffs of the area. Being mid-Sep, there were no crowds and few people on the trails. Tomorrow Cape Chignecto Provincial Park.

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Photos

The five islands
They each have names