Vicar's View
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Baddeck
Offering your own private, two level lighthouse themed ensuite with a small garage for a couple of motorcycles, a sports car or even a place...
North Highlands Nordic Cross-Country Ski Facility
North Highlands Nordic Ski Area is located in Cape North, on the north east corner of the Cabot Trail on Cape Breton Island. The trailhead is situated at the Northern Victoria Community Centre. There are over 10 km (6 mi) of groomed trails, which are groomed daily (weather permitting), for classic and skate technique. Visitors can enjoy cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and winter walking trails.
Our facilities include a waxing room, instructional clinics, and rentals (skis, snowshoes).
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