Cape Breton Highlands National Park

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Explore the geology at Presqu’ile’s rocky beach, discover the flora and fauna of trails in the Acadian and boreal forests, investigate the fascinating life in a bog, and dip your toe in the rich marine environment. Every weekday brings a new, hands-on adventure. Ask for details on locations and register at the visitor centres or campground kiosks.

Monday – Friday

July and August – 3 pm

Locals Know Blog

Puffins on Cape Breton Island: Where to See the Island’s Most Colourful Seabirds

Every summer, one of the most charming wildlife experiences on Cape Breton Island returns to the cliffs and waters just off the coast. Atlantic puffins, often called the clowns of the sea, arrive at the Bird...

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St. Patrick’s Day on Cape Breton Island:Music, Dancing and Island Cheer

St. Patrick’s Day is the perfect time to experience the music and culture of Cape Breton Island. Across the Island you’ll find ceilidhs, concerts and lively pub celebrations. Fiddle tunes fill the air, friends gather and...

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The True Meaning of “Ceilidh” in Cape Breton

It's often heard around the island that there will be a ceilidh in this place, or that people are going to a ceilidh tonight, or will there be a ceilidh anywhere this weekend?

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