Junior Naturalist Day Camp
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Chéticamp
Join us for five fun-filled days of nature exploration and adventures, rain or shine. Search for animal signs, explore a jack pine forest, a...
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Overview
The Famous Highlands Hostel is a Cabot Trail must!! This four season outdoor adventure base camp is strategically nestled between the mighty Cape Breton Highlands National Park and the soft sandy beaches of the Atlantic Ocean. You can enjoy any of the 32 hikes, 12 beaches and refreshing rivers all within an hour of the hostel, with the best being right out the back door. Located in the Village of Cape North, ‘The Winter capital of Nova Scotia’ at the very top of the Cabot Trail. Highlands Hostel is action central in Cape Breton’s wildest corners!! Bring what you need to explore the Cape Breton Highlands, We’ll provide the cozy base camp. Large groups of 25 are welcome. Stay two days; you’ll wish you did!
Open Monday to Sunday, All Day, Year-Round
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My name is Riley Beaton and I am from Mabou, Cape Breton Island. I’ve always had a deep passion for adventure, the outdoors, and photography so getting to explore hidden gems on the Island that I love was very suiting and enjoyable. @rileybeaton2
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