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10 Reasons to Fall for Cape Breton Island

Bras d'Or Lake, Cabot Trail, Canada's Musical Coast, Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Cape Breton's South Coast, Coastal Adventure, Fall, Golf, Hiking, Motorcycling, Outdoor Adventure

Cape Breton is a beautiful island in any season, but there's one season where it shines brighter and that's fall!


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101 Things to do This Fall on Cape Breton Island

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 , Coastal Adventure , Culinary , Fall , Festival & Events , Fortress of Louisbourg , Golf , Hiking , Living Culture , Louisbourg and area , Music & the Arts , Outdoor Adventure , Sydney Area and Marconi Trail

As the crisp autumn air settles over Cape Breton Island, the landscape transforms into a vibrant tapestry of red, orange and gold. This season is the perfect time to explore the Island's natural beauty, rich culture and warm hospitality.


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Exploring Cape Breton Island with Ren Navarro

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Bras d'Or Lake , Cabot Trail , Canada's Musical Coast , Coastal Adventure , Culinary , Fortress of Louisbourg , Hiking , Sydney Area and Marconi Trail

In June, Cape Breton Island welcomed Ren Navarro, a well-known advocate for diversity in the brewing industry and a passionate explorer. Ren’s visit to our stunning Island was a blend of historical adventures, local brews and breathtaking natural bea


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Exploring 2SLGBTQI+ Activities on Cape Breton Island

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 , Fortress of Louisbourg , Hiking , Living Culture , Louisbourg and area , Music & the Arts , Outdoor Adventure , Sydney Area and Marconi Trail

Cape Breton Island is not only a place of stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage but also a welcoming destination for the LGBTQIA2S+ community.


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Cape Mabou Highlands Hiking Trails - A Hidden Gem

by: Janet Barlow

Canada's Musical Coast , Hiking , Outdoor Adventure

Janet Barlow is the Executive Director of Hike Nova Scotia and a life-long hiker. Located in Halifax, but originally from Cape Breton, she is always happy to head back home for a hike. FB: @HikeNovaScotia; Twitter: @HikeNS; Instagram: @hikenovascotia


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3 Great Hikes to Explore this Waterfall Season

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Bras d'Or Lake , Cabot Trail , Hiking , Outdoor Adventure , Spring

Chasing waterfalls is one of those activities that everyone loves and if you're looking for some great, challenging hikes then here's what you need to know!


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5 Hikes to take on this Spring!

by: Tammy Aucoin & Chris van den Berg: Local Hiking Ambassadors

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

There are so many hiking trails with phenomenal views in Cape Breton that it’s difficult to narrow it down to 5.


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5 Amazing Waterfalls in Cape Breton

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

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

Looking to visit some super epic waterfalls this summer as part of your escape to Cape Breton? Well we’ve got just the five for you to explore.


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Safety Tips for Hiking and Chasing Waterfalls

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 , Louisbourg and area , Outdoor Adventure , Sydney Area and Marconi Trail

While chasing waterfalls is good for the body, mind and spirit there are a few things you should remember before hitting the trails to ensure you have a great time and make it back home safely!


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Sydney

by: Ashley Eisan

Fortress of Louisbourg , Hiking , Music & the Arts , Outdoor Adventure , Sydney Area and Marconi Trail

While there are countless places on Cape Breton Island to get away from it all, Sydney and area offers a different experience—urban amenities and downtown vibes with a waterfront feel.


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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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4 Winter Days Along the Cabot Trail

by: Ashley MacDonald: Local Outdoor Ambassador

Cabot Trail , Hiking , Outdoor Adventure , Winter

Join Ashley MacDonald, one of our Adventure Ambassadors, on an outdoor adventure along the Cabot Trail. If you enjoy skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing or just the sound of nature, you'll enjoy this blog!


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