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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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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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Margaree

by: Adèle LeBlanc

Cabot Trail , Coastal Adventure , Outdoor Adventure

Whether you come for the fishing or relaxing on the River, a day at the beach, or a square dance in Southwest Margaree, you’ll leave refreshed and exhilarated, and ready to plan your return.


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St Ann's Bay

by: Angelo Spinazzola

Cabot Trail , Coastal Adventure , Culinary , Fall , Hiking , Outdoor Adventure

The St. Ann’s Bay area starts at the Exit 11 turnoff on the Trans-Canada Highway and it goes right up until the base of Cape Smokey. The views that you get are super-breathtaking. In the fall, it’s just like a haven of colours.


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A Winter Snowshoe Getaway

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

Bras d'Or Lake , Canada's Musical Coast , Culinary , Hiking , Outdoor Adventure , Winter

Calling all snowshoeing fans! Read where our Local Ambassadors Tammy Aucoin and Chris van den Berg have snowshoeing lately, and when you can grab a drink or find a place to stay after a long day hiking.


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10 Unique Places to Stay on Cape Breton Island

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

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

Looking for the camping experience, but don't want to have to sacrifice the conveniences? If so, these glamping sites and one-of-a-kind cabins are for you!


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10 Unforgettable Experiences on Cape Breton Island

by: Adam Hill

Bras d'Or Lake , Cabot Trail , Cape Breton Highlands National Park , Coastal Adventure , Culinary , Fortress of Louisbourg , Golf , Hiking , Living Culture , Music & the Arts , Outdoor Adventure

10 Cape Breton Island experiences: the Cabot Trail, Fortress of Louisbourg, cèilidhs, seafood, golf and more.


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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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