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Cape Breton Waterfall Season App and Contest Rules

Story by: Team Destination Cape Breton

It is Waterfall Season on Cape Breton Island! Whether you’re looking for a relaxing stroll or a challenging half-day hike, there is an amazing view of a waterfall waiting for you. And here’s the great news, by visiting our pre-selected waterfalls you could win an amazing Cape Breton Waterfall Adventure Weekend for two! Learn more below.

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Download the Cape Breton Waterfall Season App

The Waterfall Season App is a must-have for this contest! This app lists the pre-selected waterfalls and their locations where you can scan a QR code for your ‘digital passport.’ Each pre-selected waterfall included in the Waterfall Season campaign will have a sign located near the falls. Before you begin your waterfall adventuring, be sure to download the app as some locations may not have cellular service. 

App for Apple Devices

App for Android Devices

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How do I Enter the Contest?

After you’ve installed the app, visit one of our waterfalls and scan the QR code when you find the Waterfall Season sign near the falls. Every QR code scan is eligible for a stamp. Three STAMPS gives you your first automatic entry into the draw for a Cape Breton Adventure Weekend. Every stamp after the first three will qualify for an additional entry.

If you do not want to use the app and QR codes, you can take a photo of yourself and our waterfall sign and send the photos to [email protected]. We must receive three photos of yourself at different waterfalls to be entered into the contest. Every extra photo received will qualify for an additional entry.

Review the full document of contest rules here: Cape Breton Waterfall Adventure Contest.

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The Prize Package

  • Two-night accommodations for two at Ridge on the Chimney
  • Dining experience for two at Woodroad
  • $250 Visa gift card for meals
  • All taxes and accommodation levy fees (gratuities not included).
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Accommodations: Ridge on the Chimney

Four newly built MacKay-Lyon Sweetapple designed cabins (one bedroom or two bedrooms, one accessible unit) located above Chimney Corner Beach. These cabins are available all 4 seasons.

Enjoy a glass of wine from your wood fired hot tub while enjoying stunning sunsets. Walk down to one of the most beautiful, hidden beaches on Cape Breton Island.

Ridge on the Chimney cabins in evening light with a beautiful snset

Dining: Woodroad

Enjoy your time on Cape Breton Island by experiencing some of our best local cuisine! Woodroad is a 25 seat restaurant offering fine dining experiences in Margaree Harbour. Located along the stunning coast of western Cape Breton Island , Woodroad’s dining room is in the upper floor of a recently constructed timber frame home overlooking the Gulf of St. Lawrence. The house is perched on a bluff approximately 100 feet from the ocean. Views from the dining room and deck offer breath-taking vistas of the gulf, Margaree Island and a remarkable stretch of coastline. Their experience-focused dining room offers airy seating in the great room of the timber frame. The open kitchen provides guests an opportunity to participate in and learn about our local fare. Their menu changes frequently and takes inspiration from the land and the sea.

 

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While exploring the great outdoors is one of the best ways to spend your time, it’s best to be safe while you’re out there. Review our tips on how to chase waterfalls safely here. It’s time to get out there and enjoy some incredible adventures chasing waterfalls and receive a chance to win this incredible waterfall-themed prize package! It’s time to hit the trails!

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Team Destination Cape Breton

Our team at Destination Cape Breton is always exploring our beautiful Island. We love discovering our hidden gems, working with partners, and putting our Island on the pedestal it deserves!