Mason Point Nova Scotia Map

About Mason Point, Nova Scotia

Mason Point is a locality in Inverness, Nova Scotia, Canada. It is classified as a town. Mason Point is located at 46.1306°N, 61.2276°W.

Mason Point lies where the rolling hills of Cape Breton Island begin their gentle descent towards the vast, grey expanse of the Atlantic. It lies 12.6 km south-south-east of Inverness, NS (from Inverness, NS: bearing 151°T), and is situated 14.3 km east-north-east of Mabou. The land here is a mosaic of hardy green pastures, punctuated by stoic stands of spruce and fir that cling tenaciously to the slopes, their branches often bowed by the persistent sea breeze. Heather, in shades of purple and russet, carpets the higher ground, a vibrant contrast to the muted greens of the dominant vegetation. The air itself carries a briny tang, a constant reminder of the ocean's proximity, and the light, especially in the late afternoon, can cast a soft, diffused glow, softening the rugged contours of the landscape into something quietly beautiful. The coastline, a dramatic interplay of rocky outcrops and sheltered coves, offers a stark, windswept elegance. The history of Mason Point is deeply intertwined with the bounty of the sea and the resilience of its people. For generations, fishing has been the lifeblood of this place, with lobster boats forming a familiar, rhythmic pattern on the horizon during the season, their traps laid out like dark jewels on the seabed. The economy, while still anchored by fishing, has seen diversification with a growing interest in local crafts and small-scale agriculture, reflecting a desire to honour tradition while embracing a sustainable future. There are whispers of earlier settlements, of families drawn to this fertile, yet exposed, stretch of coast for its promise of self-sufficiency. The character of Mason Point is one of quiet determination, a place where the rhythm of the tides and the changing seasons dictate the pace of life, fostering a strong sense of shared purpose amongst its residents.

About This Mason Point Map Page

Explore Mason Point, 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: 46.130589, -61.227589. 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 Mason Point includes the postal code (B0E), telephone area code (782, 902). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Canadian city or town.

Location data for Mason Point 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.