Tallest Mountains in Nova Scotia
While Nova Scotia is better known for its dramatic coastlines and rolling drumlins than for towering altitudes, the province’s northern reaches offer some surprisingly rugged terrain. The highest elevations are found within the Cape Breton Highlands, a massive plateau carved by deep river canyons that meet the sea with spectacular cliffs. These “mountains” are technically part of the Appalachian range, offering a unique blend of acadian forest and boreal highland scenery. The following table includes the tallest mountains in Nova Scoatia.
| Rank | Peak Name | Elevation (m) | Elevation (ft) | Location / Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | White Hill | 532 m | 1,745′ | Cape Breton Highlands National Park |
| 2 | Francklyn Mountain | 520 m | 1,706′ | Inverness County (Cape Breton) |
| 3 | Mount Coady | 510 m | 1,673′ | Inverness County (Cape Breton) |
| 4 | Crowdis Mountain | 492 m | 1,614′ | Victoria County (Cape Breton) |
| 5 | Kellys Mountain | 335 m | 1,099′ | Victoria County (Cape Breton) |
| 6 | Nutby Mountain | 325 m | 1,066′ | Cobequid Mountains (Mainland) |
| 7 | Dalhousie Mountain | 250 m | 820′ | Pictou County (Mainland) |