Dartmouth Nova Scotia Map

About Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

Dartmouth is a community in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. It is classified as a large city. Dartmouth is located at 44.6700°N, 63.5776°W.

Dartmouth rests upon the Atlantic coast, cradled by the quiet elevation of the Pine Hill. It lies 2.7 km north-north-east of Halifax, NS (from Halifax, NS: bearing 22°T), and is situated 10.5 km north-west of Eastern Passage. The salt air clings to the skin here, carrying the damp weight of the ocean across the terrain while Little Albro Lake remains a glassy, silver presence only 2 km away. The landscape holds a stoic stillness, though the pull of the tides is always felt in the shifting light that gathers over the harbor. Beyond the immediate reach of the streets, the Sackville River flows 9 km distant, carving its path through the land, while the distant, rugged silhouettes of McNabs and Lawlor Islands Provincial Park rise 8 km away to anchor the horizon. Even the hidden drop of Bad Luck Falls, tucked 8 km from the center, whispers of the intricate, watery veins that define this coastal ground. History in Dartmouth began with the arrival of settlers who looked toward the sea as a primary source of sustenance and connection. The economy grew from these maritime foundations, evolving from early shipbuilding and trade into a diverse hub of commerce and naval support. Industry here operates with a steady, pragmatic hand, drawing strength from the proximity of the deep-water port that has long served as an engine for local prosperity. Workdays in Dartmouth are marked by the hum of the ferry and the movement of goods, a functional grace that keeps the pulse of the district steady against the backdrop of an Atlantic climate. Cultural life in Dartmouth thrives in the small, deliberate moments of connection found in coffee shops and along the waterfront, where the community gathers to watch the fog roll in. The legacy of the area is carried forward by those who appreciate the balance between quiet residential life and the broader reach of the Atlantic, fostering a character that is both resilient and welcoming. While many notable figures have walked these streets, the true spirit of Dartmouth rests in the everyday persistence of its residents. The evening light often turns the water to a bruised purple, a brief, beautiful interval before the darkness settles over the hills, reminding everyone of the profound, ancient geography that holds the community in its steady, cool embrace.

About This Dartmouth Map Page

Explore Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada, with an embedded street and satellite map — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 44.670036, -63.577577. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts — including hourly outlooks — are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Detailed location data for Dartmouth includes the postal code (B3A), telephone area code (782, 902). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Canadian city or town.

Location data for Dartmouth is sourced from the Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada, and verified by coordinates rather than name matching alone. GPS coordinates, province, administrative location and place type are shown in the information panel above.