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...
Keltic Express Zodiac Adventures
Zodiac Whale Watching is located on the Cabot Trail. Discover the beauty of Northern Cape Breton Island and marine life near the coast. Explore sea caves along the rugged shores; learn the history of a light keeper’s station; and experience the intrigue of being next to whales, dolphins, seals or even a leather back turtle! Marine birds such as northern gannets, bald eagles and puffins are spotted on nearly every trip. Join us for a vacation highlight! We offer four tours daily; reservations are recommended.
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Fishing Cove Campground – Cape Breton Highlands National Park
Region: Cape Breton Highlands National Park
Community: Pleasant Bay
Located in the Cape Breton Highlands National Park, 8 overnight sites (U) in an open backcountry campground; 12-km return hike to an ocean c...
Ingonish Beach and Freshwater Lake
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Ingonish Beach
Jump from saltwater at this sand and cobblestone beach to Freshwater Lake with just a few steps across the barachois in between. Surf lifegu...
Kluskap Ridge-Traditional Mi’kmaq Drumming and Dancing
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Englishtown
Traditional Mi’kmaq drumming and dancing is a fun event for all ages to learn and experience the beautiful heartbeat of the drum. You ...
Short Stories Gallery
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: River Bennet
Fine art gallery nestled in the woods, in a quaint building that aesthetically preserves the heritage of life by the sea. ...
Sharing Stories: Mi’kmaw Culture - Cape Breton Highlands National Park
Region: Cape Breton Highlands National Park
Community: Cape Breton Highlands NP
Hear the story of Sismoqnapui Skwe’j—Sweetwater Maiden, a young Mi’kmaq woman who, based on oral history, was the first to discover an...
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We all need some motivation to leave the house, put our boots on and hit the trails. Some do it to stay in shape, some do it to meet fellow hikers and some do it just to reconnect with Mother Nature.
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You’ve probably seen some incredible Instagram posts from the end of the Skyline Trail or the winding Cabot Trail road.
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Bras d'Or Lake
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Cabot Trail
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Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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Fall
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Hiking
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Outdoor Adventure
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Spring
There are so many hiking trails with phenomenal views in Cape Breton that it’s difficult to narrow it down to 5.
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Bras d'Or Lake
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Cabot Trail
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Coastal Adventure
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Culinary
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Fortress of Louisbourg
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Golf
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Hiking
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Living Culture
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Music & the Arts
Cape Breton Island experiences: the Cabot Trail, Fortress of Louisbourg, ceilidhs, seafood, golf and more.
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The North Highlands Nordic Ski Club (NHN) was founded in 1977 by a small group of enthusiastic cross country skiers who shared a love of winter and of the splendid scenery in the Northeast Highlands Area of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia.
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Many marvel at the breathtaking views Cape Breton has in the summertime, but have you ever truly appreciated unwinding in our gorgeous winter? These snowy escapes could become your new favourite way to recharge this season.
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One of our favourite parts of this hike is the sound of the river beside you as you wander through the forest and see the stunning mountains of the Highlands around you.
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Gaelic for “white water”, Uisge Ban (ish-ka-ban) Falls is by far the most popular hike in the Baddeck area. This 4 km, 1.5 hour hike complete with picnic facilities attracts local and visitors all season long. Those visiting via the many cruise ships
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The trail starts out somewhat wide and eventually narrows to a footpath in the woods – exactly what we wanted! We love hiking when it feels like
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To live fully on this island is to learn to love it through every season. Even on our coldest days Cape Breton offers up some wonderfully wintery ways to stay warm and experience the best our island has to offer. Grab your toque and mitts! We’re hitt
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