Meat Cove, North Highlands

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Meat Cove, the most northern tip of Cape Breton Island, is surrounded by jagged cliffs, valleys of connected mountains where bald eagles soar above. Here, you will find yourself surrounded by magnificent views from each of our 30 unserviced campsites that come with a picnic table, fire pit, and grill along with space available for the RV traveler. Campsites are on a “first come, first served” basis – call ahead to check if we have availability, day of.

Amenities at the campground include:

washrooms with flush toilets and hot showers

WiFi

access to fresh drinking water

kayak rentals

hiking and biking trails

firewood

food truck

Wilderness Cabins

We also have six wilderness camp cabins, each with one single and one double bed (bring own bedding/pillows). There is solar power in the cabins for charging your devices. Washroom and shower facilities are located nearby.

Miles From Nowhere Chalet Guesthouse

Book your stay in Meat Cove Campground’s cottage, Miles From Nowhere, a three bedroom, one bathroom chalet guesthouse comes complete with a full kitchen, bathroom, and laundry facilities along with a private patio and hot tub offering up those amazing ocean views.

On-site Food Truck

Don’t miss a seafood feast at our Lawless Lobster Seafood Trailer in the campground. Serving up favourites including mussels, lobster rolls, fish & chips, and seafood chowder and more, be sure to bring your appetite!

Amenities

  • Kayak/​Paddleboard Rental
  • Kitchen/Kitchenette
  • Pets Welcome
  • Restaurant
  • WiFi

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