It is a neat little place just off the highway that is definitely worth the trip. It is a must-stop destination for the cheese, interaction with the animals, and the view. As we continue West on Trunk 2, we head towards Economy and Five Islands, named after five small islands - Moose, Diamond, Long, Egg, and Pinnacle. Located just off the coast, the islands are visible as you drive along the shore. Five Islands is home to the Five Islands Provincial Park, one of Nova Scotia's premiere outdoor destinations. Situated 24 km (15 mi) east of Parrsboro, the park features 90-metre (300-ft.) sea cliffs overlooking the world's highest tides. It is a spectacular setting for camping and has many opportunities that abound for hiking, beachcombing, rock collecting, and clam digging. But check tide times as a precaution before walking on the mud flats as the Fundy tides rise very quickly. Red Head Trail offers four of the best views of the islands and the basin. You can enjoy hiking, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing on the west side of Economy Mountain with 5.2 km (3.2 mi) of tracked trails, which are marked and mapped. Although there are no facilities or services offered in the winter months, the park is open for winter recreational activities. The park road is normally plowed to the parking lot near the start of the Economy Mountain Trail.
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