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There’s no need to break the bank when you’re looking to fill up a fun day on the Island. Here are just a few of the many options available to keep you and your family entertained this winter without spending the big bucks.

The Cabot Trail is known as a true riders paradise. If you’ve already decided you’re riding the trial, here are a few tricks & tips you’ll need so your trip is as smooth as the pavement on the Cabot Trail!

Here are Cabot Trail Biker’s 3 steps on how to best Group Ride the Cabot Trail.

You’ve probably seen some incredible Instagram posts from the end of the Skyline Trail or the winding Cabot Trail road.

Once again, your heart is pumping, you’re amazed and invigorated as you ascend to the top of Franey Mountain and your reward… a 360° view of the entire Clyburn Brook canyon and the Atlantic coastline from Cape Smokey to Ingonish! Simply breath-taking

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

10 Cape Breton Island experiences: the Cabot Trail, Fortress of Louisbourg, ceilidhs, seafood, golf and more.

You may want to work your way up to this hike! So consider conquering North River Falls as something to aim for as you build your hiking repertoire. The hike is a well-maintained trail, part of the North River Provincial Park and Wilderness Area.

This fall, explore Cape Breton's variety of breweries and distilleries found all over the island.

What better place to celebrate love than on Cape Breton Island? Our community is rich with activities to suit any pair of lovebirds, whether they would rather thump their feet to some music at a pub or snuggle up in a cozy cafe.