Mica Hill Trail
Region: Cape Breton Highlands National Park
Community: South Harbour
This breathtaking trail winds through Acadian mixed forest and stunted taiga as it climbs to the windswept plateau. It offers 360° views sp...
Watch the waterfalls in the Aspy Valley below you as the river winds its way to the Atlantic. The name “Beulach Ban” is Gaelic, a language spoken by the original Scottish settlers. When you reach the base of the mountain, you can drive to the falls. This is a particularly nice area in the autumn when the foliage changes colour. A small picnic area allows for a tranquil lunch.
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Fishing Cove Campground – Cape Breton Highlands National Park
Region: Cape Breton Highlands National Park
Community: Pleasant Bay
Located in the Cape Breton Highlands National Park, 8 overnight sites (U) in an open backcountry campground; 12-km return hike to an ocean c...
Capt. Mark's Whale and Seal Cruise
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Pleasant Bay
Come aboard our 12-passenger Zodiac for a unique adventure along our rugged coastline of Cape Breton Island. We will search for Pilot, Minke...
Joyful Journeys
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Jersey Cove
Joyful Journeys is located only minutes off the scenic Cabot Trail at Jersey Cove on beautiful Cape Breton Island. Come and enjoy our campgr...
At the Harbourfront B&B Inn
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: North Sydney
9 A/C rooms (Q,D,T,S), ensuite 3-pc (S; 1 with roll-in shower) or 4-pc bath, CBTV, hairdryer. Full breakfast 7–9am. Overlooking Sydney Har...
Albert's Motel
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Chéticamp
4 A/C units (Q,2D; all no-smoking), 4-pc bath, SaTV, fridge, microwave, free Wi-Fi, electric fireplace. 22-m/yd deck with harbour view; outd...
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