Wallace is a picturesque rural settlement that stands by the shores of the Northumberland Strait in Nova Scotia. The gorgeous seaside village is named after Nova Scotia’s first treasurer, Michael Wallace, and the legendary Scottish hero, Sir William Wallace. The Wallace Bay National Wildlife Area, crisscrossed with walking trails and rich in bio-diversity, is a haven for birders, nature lovers and hikers alike. The Wallace River near the village attracts outdoor enthusiasts with canoeing, fishing and kayaking opportunities. Culture and history buffs also find plenty to do at the Wallace-and-Area Museum, along with heritage walks to discover remnants of old habitations and dykes built by the early settler communities of the Mi’kmaq and Acadians. The region’s sandy beaches, fragrant orchards, wineries and a riverside golf course complete the picture.