Broad Cove Mountain Trail
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Ingonish
This switchback trail leads through a dense forest of softwood to the top of Broad Cove Mountain for exceptional views of the rocky Atlantic...
Black Brook Beach
Take in the ocean views at one of Cape Breton Highlands National Park’s most popular beaches bordered by a gentle waterfall on one end and intersected by a freshwater brook. Change houses, washrooms, picnic shelter with wood stove, playground, picnic tables, fire pits and hiking trail heads on site. Park your vehicle in the paved lot north of Black Brook. No lifeguards on duty at this beach.
Cape Breton Highlands is home to a variety of superb beaches. Choose between salt or freshwater, or even enjoy both at one location. The Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of St. Lawrence and our tannin-rich brooks and lakes offer a wonderful variety for the water enthusiast.
Cape Breton Highlands National Park’s operating season is from mid-May to mid-October, with full services in July and August. The Cabot Trail is open year round. A park pass is required for use of all services and facilities in the national park, including beaches. Revenues are used to maintain and improve park services.
For more swimming adventures, visit parkscanada.gc.ca/capebreton.
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Keltic Lodge Resort and Spa
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Ingonish Beach
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Wreck Cove Wilderness Cabins
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Wreck Cove
Wreck Cove Wilderness Cottages are located on the Cabot Trail, just south of Ingonish, on beautiful Cape Breton Island and offer a peaceful ...
Country Haven Bed & Breakfast
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Cape North
Set in the beautiful Cape Breton Highlands and centrally located at the halfway point on the Cabot Trail, Country Haven Bed and Breakfast is...
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Region: Cabot Trail
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Community: North Shore
The experienced glass blower shows you how to make a piece then guides you make it. The next day when the glass comes out of the kiln you ge...
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