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Upper Nappan Nova Scotia Map

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PlaceUpper Nappan
TypeCommunity
Province / TerritoryNova Scotia (NS)
LocationCumberland
CountryCanada
Latitude45.7935
Longitude-64.195281
Postal Code (FSA)B4H
Area Code782, 902
ImportanceVillage / hamlet
CGN IDCBMYB

About Upper Nappan, Nova Scotia

Upper Nappan is a community in Cumberland, Nova Scotia, Canada. It is classified as a village / hamlet. Upper Nappan is located at 45.7935°N, 64.1953°W.

Upper Nappan holds a quiet position on the Atlantic coast, where the land yields to the influence of the tides and the air carries a persistent salt-heavy chill. It lies 4.6 km south-south-east of Amherst, NS (from Amherst, NS: bearing 163°T), and is situated 8.7 km north-north-east of Maccan. The Nappan River carves a slow path through the terrain, its dark waters mirroring the changing light of the sky as it flows toward the sea. Nearby, the landscape rises toward the Fort Lawrence Ridge, a feature that provides a steady, grounded horizon against the sweep of the wind. Blair Lake sits just a short distance from the settlement, offering a stillness that contrasts with the rhythmic pull of the coastal atmosphere. During the dusk hours, the low light catches the tall grasses along the banks, turning the fields into a muted palette of copper and grey that defines the character of Upper Nappan. The history of Upper Nappan remains tied to the fertility of the surrounding soil and the industrious nature of those who first cleared the land for agriculture. Farming continues to shape the local economy, with fields and pastures reflecting a long-standing commitment to the land’s productivity. The presence of research facilities dedicated to agricultural innovation ensures that Upper Nappan maintains a forward-looking perspective while respecting the traditional ways of the region. Daily life here moves with the requirements of the harvest and the seasons, creating a steady, predictable pace for those who live and work among the fields. The connection to the Nappan River and the proximity to the Fort Lawrence Ridge serve as constant reminders of the physical realities that define the identity of Upper Nappan.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Chignecto National Wildlife Area (National Wildlife Area) — 2.9 km, 268° W · 432 ha
  • Amherst Point Migratory Bird Sanctuary (Migratory Bird Sanctuary) — 2.9 km, 268° W · 432 ha
  • Cumberland County Museum & Archives (Museum) — 3.9 km, 353° N
  • Cineplex Cinemas Amherst (Cinema) — 4.5 km, 344° NNW
  • Nova Scotia Highlanders Museum (Museum) — 4.6 km, 348° NNW
  • John Lusby Marsh National Wildlife Area (National Wildlife Area) — 4.7 km, 306° NW · 14 ha
  • Old Growth Forest Lands (Old Growth Forest) — 6.3 km, 157° SSE
  • Harrison Woods Nature Reserve (Nature Reserve) — 9.5 km, 231° SW
  • Chignecto Isthmus Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 10.6 km, 017° NNE · 2,785 ha
  • Fort Beauséjour National Historic Site of Canada (Heritage Site) — 10.8 km, 321° NW
  • Fort Beauséjour–Fort Cumberland Museum (Museum) — 10.8 km, 316° NW
  • Provision Store (Historic Ruins) — 10.8 km, 317° NW
  • Soldier Barracks (Historic Ruins) — 10.9 km, 317° NW
  • Kelley River Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 11.2 km, 216° SW · 209 km²
  • Amos Seaman School Museum (Museum) — 12.1 km, 260° W
  • 4037700 (Nature Legacy Area) — 15.2 km, 341° NNW
  • Tintamarre National Wildlife Area (National Wildlife Area) — 15.2 km, 344° NNW · 1,941 ha
  • Fossil Coast Nature Reserve (Nature Reserve) — 16.3 km, 253° WSW
  • Chase Lake Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 16.9 km, 102° ESE · 874 ha
  • Boultenhouse Heritage Centre (Heritage Site) — 17.4 km, 309° NW
  • Struts Gallery (Gallery) — 17.5 km, 311° NW
  • Tantramar Heritage Trust (Heritage Site) — 17.6 km, 308° NW
  • Live Bait Theatre (Theatre) — 17.6 km, 311° NW
  • Vogue Cinema (Cinema) — 17.7 km, 311° NW
  • River Herbert Tidal Bore Park (Attraction) — 18.0 km, 230° SW
  • Owens Art Gallery (Gallery) — 18.1 km, 311° NW
  • Anne Murray Centre (Attraction) — 19.1 km, 147° SSE
  • Polly Brook Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 21.2 km, 135° SE · 781 ha
  • 4051800 (Nature Legacy Area) — 22.2 km, 003° N
  • Joggins Fossil Cliffs (Attraction) — 22.6 km, 241° WSW

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About This Upper Nappan Map Page

Explore Upper Nappan, 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: 45.7935, -64.195281. 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 Upper Nappan includes the postal code (B4H), telephone area code (782, 902). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Canadian city or town.

Location data for Upper Nappan 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.

Page generatedAugust 2026
Location dataCanadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada