Dayton Nova Scotia Map

About Dayton, Nova Scotia

Dayton is a community in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada. It is classified as a town. Dayton is located at 43.8732°N, 66.1050°W.

Dayton, Nova Scotia, rests in a landscape shaped by the slow, persistent work of glaciers and the salt-laced breath of the Atlantic. It lies 3.9 km north-north-east of Yarmouth, NS (from Yarmouth, NS: bearing 12°T), and is situated 12.6 km south-south-east of Port Maitland. Rolling hills, cloaked in a mosaic of spruce and fir, descend towards the rugged coastline where the land bites into the sea, creating sheltered coves and windswept headlands. The air here often carries the damp, earthy scent of the forest floor, mingling with the briny tang of the ocean, a constant reminder of the powerful elements that define this corner of Yarmouth County. Small, well-tended farms are carved into the fertile valleys, their fields a patchwork of greens and golds against the darker, wilder woods, and the occasional weathered barn stands as a stoic sentinel against the elements. The history of Dayton is deeply entwined with the sea and the resilience of those who have made their living from it, a tradition evident in the weathered fishing boats that still dot the harbours and the quiet industry that hums along the waterfront. Early settlers, drawn by the promise of fertile land and abundant fishing grounds, established a foothold here, their descendants continuing to cultivate the soil and navigate the coastal waters. While fishing remains a vital artery of the local economy, the spirit of innovation has also taken root, with small businesses and artisanal producers contributing to the unique character of Dayton. The enduring connection to the past is palpable, a quiet strength that resonates in the steady pace of life and the close-knit bonds of the people who call this place home.

About This Dayton Map Page

Explore Dayton, 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: 43.873158, -66.10504. 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. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Detailed location data for Dayton includes the postal code (B5A), telephone area code (782, 902). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Canadian city or town.

Location data for Dayton 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.