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Cape Breton Island's Epic Winter Bucket List

Bras d'Or Lake, Cabot Trail, Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Outdoor Adventure, Winter

Read through and see how many places, views, and experiences you can check off from this Epic Winter Bucket List!


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7 of Cape Breton’s Top Winter Activities

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Bras d'Or Lake , Cabot Trail , Canada's Musical Coast , Cape Breton Highlands National Park , Cape Breton's South Coast , Hiking , Outdoor Adventure , Sydney Area and Marconi Trail , Winter

When Cape Breton Island dons its blanket of snow, it transforms into a winter wonderland bursting with adventure and serene beauty.


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A Scenic Winter Road Trip Along the Cabot Trail

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Cabot Trail , Cape Breton Highlands National Park , Winter

The Cabot Trail is one of the world’s most celebrated scenic drives, and while it’s stunning year-round, winter adds a magical touch to its already breathtaking landscapes.


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Winter Guide for Instagrammers!

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Cabot Trail , Canada's Musical Coast , Cape Breton Highlands National Park , Hiking , Outdoor Adventure , Winter

Don't put that camera away just because it's cold! Winter on Cape Breton Island is an Instagrammer's wonderland.


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7 Places for Great Winter Eats

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Cabot Trail , Canada's Musical Coast , Cape Breton Highlands National Park , Cape Breton's South Coast , Culinary , Sydney Area and Marconi Trail , Winter

It’s time to find the heartiest, homemade meal on Cape Breton Island this winter.  Our Island offers many options to chase away the chill. 


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Pleasant Bay

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Cabot Trail , Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Welcome to Pleasant Bay, a small fishing village nestled along the rugged shores of the Cabot Trail. Steeped in history and surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty, this charming community offers visitors a glimpse into the authentic maritime way o


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Chéticamp

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Cabot Trail , Canada's Musical Coast , Cape Breton Highlands National Park

If you're craving a taste of authentic Acadian culture, look no further than the charming community of Chéticamp, nestled along the breathtaking Cabot Trail on Cape Breton Island. This vibrant village is a treasure trove of local crafts, folk art, an


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North Highlands

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Cabot Trail , Hiking , Outdoor Adventure

Just north of the Cabot Trail is a beautiful corner of Cape Breton Island filled with rugged coast lines, mountains that plunge to the sea and some of the Island's most colourful characters.


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Baddeck & Area

by: Hilda Murphy-Phillips

Bras d'Or Lake , Cabot Trail , Hiking , Music & the Arts , Outdoor Adventure , Winter

Whether it’s a slow drive along the old Route 205, an afternoon of golf, or a day spent hiking a nearby trail, the main thing to do in Baddeck is to take the time to enjoy where you’re at.


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Northern Cape Breton

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Cabot Trail , Canada's Musical Coast , Cape Breton Highlands National Park , Coastal Adventure

This region includes beautiful communities like Cape North, Bay St Lawrence, Capstick and Meat Cove.


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Ingonish & Area

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Cabot Trail , Cape Breton Highlands National Park , Outdoor Adventure

Ingonish is one of those storied places where all your troubles melt away. It's home to beautiful beaches, mountains, lakes, rivers and waterfalls and they're all waiting for you to be explored.


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Why the Celtic Colours International Festival is a “Don’t-Miss” Event

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Bras d'Or Lake , Cabot Trail , Canada's Musical Coast , Cape Breton's South Coast , Fall , Festival & Events , Living Culture , Louisbourg and area , Music & the Arts

As autumn's vibrant hues cover Cape Breton Island's hills and coastlines, one event captures the season’s essence perfectly: the Celtic Colours International Festival. Held each October, this renowned festival blends music, culture and natural beauty


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