Le Chemin du Buttereau Trail
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Petit Etang
Retrace the steps of the Acadian pioneers who travelled this cart path from Le Buttereau, a small settlement of seven families, to Chéticam...
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Capt. Mark's Whale and Seal Cruise
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Come aboard for a unique adventure along our rugged coastline of Cape Breton Island. We will search for Pilot, Minke, Finback & Humpback Whales as well as Seals and Bald Eagles. Our spectacular rock and cliff formations, sea caves, waterfalls and pioneer settlements are all part of the experience. A hydrophone to hear the whales is also available. Reservations highly advised.
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North Highlands Community Museum
Community: Cape North
Interpretive exhibits illustrating lifestyle experienced by early settlers of northern Cape Breton. Exhibits include gypsum quarry, stores, ...
La Bloc Beach
Regions: Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Cabot Trail
Community: Cape Breton Highlands NP
Connect with nature and local history with a visit to La Bloc Beach. Explore the pebbly shoreline, take a dip in the warm gulf waters, or s...
Aspy Trail
Regions: Cabot Trail, Cape Breton Highlands National Park
Community: Cape Breton Highlands NP
This trail meanders along the Aspy fault, through an Acadian and mixed forest. As nature reclaims land once used for farming and logging, a ...
Cabot Trail Food Market
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Dingwall
A one-stop shop. Where you can shop at leisure while we make you supper. Anything from a cheeseburger platter, to a hot pizza made to your l...
Skyline Sunset Hike
Regions: Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Cabot Trail
Community: Cape Breton Highlands NP
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