Lennox Passage Provincial Park
Region: Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: Isle Madame
Lennox Passage Provincial Park located on the North Shore of Isle Madame on Cape Breton Island (5 km / 3 mi east of the junction of Routes...
Canal Landing
Overview
Visit us in Southeast Cape Breton, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Bras d’Or Lake, an inland sea and UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
Located on the St. Peter’s Canal National Historic Site, Canal Landing was once home to Nicholas Denys’ trading post where early settlers traded with the Mi’kmaq.
We promote the multicultural relationship between Potlotek First Nation and St. Peter’s through a range of cultural excursions, water activity equipment rentals, and a canteen/hamburger stand.
Be sure to check out the Heart of Mi’kma’ki gift shop for authentic local-made crafts to take home as a souvenir!
Immerse yourself in Mi’kmaw culture with our Sweet Grass Tour or Medicine Walk, or explore on your own with our wide selection of outdoor-activity equipment:
- Canoes
- Kayaks
- Hobie Mirage Eclipse Stand-up Pedal Boards
- Pedal Boats
- Fishing rods
- Bicycles
Kayak rental:
- Hour – $20
- Half Day – $40
- Full Day – $80
Double Kayak rental:
- Hour – $25
- Half Day – $50
- Full Day – $100
Pedal Boat and Hobie Eclipse Pedal/Paddle Board rental:
- Hour – $20
- Half Day – $40
- Full Day – $80
Bicycle rental:
- Hour – $15
- Half Day – $25
- Full Day – $40
Canal Landing is pet-friendly and offers complimentary wi-fi for our visitors. Be sure to register in advance for guided tours.
Nearby Things To Do
Cape Breton Sailing Charters
Regions: Cape Breton’s South Coast, Bras d’Or Lake
Community: St Peter’s & Area
Join Captain Greg for a hands-on sailing experience on Cape Breton’s Bras d’Or Lake and Ocean Coast We offer a hands-on experie...
Isle Madame Boat Club & Marina
Region: Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: Isle Madame
IMBC is a non-profit boat club and marina owned and operated by its members. Guest berths are available for boats less than 45 feet in lengt...
Gallery Ruairicroft
Regions: Bras d’Or Lake, Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: Dundee & Area
Original artwork by Berni Thorneycroft. ...
Encore Jewellery
Regions: Bras d’Or Lake, Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: St Peter’s & Area
Handmade items using repurposed instrument strings. Juried member of Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design. ...
St. Peter's Marina
Regions: Bras d’Or Lake, Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: St Peter’s & Area
400 m/yd west of St Peter’s Canal at entrance to Bras d’Or Lakes. Services include docking, moorings, service dock with gas and dies...
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Cabot Trail
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Canada's Musical Coast
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Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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Cape Breton's South Coast
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Louisbourg and area
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Outdoor Adventure
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Bras d'Or Lake
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Cabot Trail
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Canada's Musical Coast
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Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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Cape Breton's South Coast
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Coastal Adventure
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Hiking
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Louisbourg and area
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Outdoor Adventure
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Sydney Area and Marconi Trail
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Waterfall Season
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Bras d'Or Lake
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Cabot Trail
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Canada's Musical Coast
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Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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Cape Breton's South Coast
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Hiking
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Outdoor Adventure
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Sydney Area and Marconi Trail
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Winter
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Cabot Trail
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Canada's Musical Coast
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Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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Cape Breton's South Coast
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Culinary
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Sydney Area and Marconi Trail
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