Parker's Cove is located in Annapolis County, just 10.1 km (6.3 mi.) from the historic town of Annapolis Royal. Parker's Cove was first settled in the 1700s by United Kingdom immigrants, and features a granite monument of the thirteen last names of those first families to venture to Parker's Cove. Original industry in Parker's Cove was fishing, and then harvesting timber. Today, Parker's Cove has the most active fishing wharf on its coast.

Parker's Cove is home to the studio of renowned, award winning painter, Wayne Boudreau. As well, visitors can enjoy hiking along the jagged coast, beachcombing, biking, or walking the shoreline during low tides. Watch tides at Parker's Cove and see them reach heights of 30 ft. (9.1 m).

Parker's Cove accommodations include bed and breakfasts and campgrounds.