LeNoir Forge Museum
Region: Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: Isle Madame
Come visit one of the oldest stone buildings on Cape Breton Island. “The Forge,” built between 1780 and 1800, was an important e...
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
Encore Jewellery
Regions: Bras d’Or Lake, Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: St Peter’s & Area
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Region: Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: Isle Madame
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Region: Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: Isle Madame
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Region: Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: Isle Madame
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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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Louisbourg and area
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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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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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Winter
Cape Breton Island Ambassador Ashley George was selected by Explore Canada as an official ambassador for her home province of Nova Scotia.
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Culinary
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Music & the Arts
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Outdoor Adventure
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Winter
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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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Winter
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