Cape St. Marys Nature Reserve

Overview

Large patch with good representation of coastal ecosystems of Guysborough Headlands Natural Landscape

Ecological Values

Over 4 km of coast line

Varied coastline with extensive beaches, dunes and lagoons

Coastal barrens

Potential habitat for provincially endangered mainland moose

Staging area for migrating passerine birds, shore birds and waterfowl

Outdoor Recreation Values

Coastal hiking

Hunting, fishing and trapping

Forestry Values

Low importance for forestry

Other Resource Values

Medium mineral potential

Part of the area is licensed for mineral exploration

Low petroleum potential

Medium wind potential

Conditions

Exclusions and Vehicle Access

Access will be provided to private land inholding.

Additional Comments

Some OHV use