Chéticamp & Area

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Corney Brook Campground is located in Cape Breton Highlands National Park, 15 km north of Cheticamp. It is a small campground on the ocean, featuring 22 tenting sites with fireplaces. It’s a very popular campground and works on a first-come, first-served basis. Potable water is available. GPS Location: N46 43.580 W60 55.523 
 
Note: No large RVs or trailers; this small campground is most suitable for tents and small pop-up car campers. No generators, please.

Campground Services:

  • Flush toilets and running water
  • Kitchen shelters with wood stoves

Activities:

  • Ocean swimming (unsupervised)
  • Hiking (within walking distance)

Pay by self-registration or at a Parks Canada Visitor Centre.

There are several walking and hiking trails nearby, including: 

  • Corney Brook for a walk in a river canyon to a waterfall
  • Skyline (a 10 minute drive away) for a truly magnificent view of ocean and mountains
  • Le Vieux Chemin du Cap-Rouge for picturesque ocean views

Park is open year-round but full visitor services are only available from mid-May until mid-October. 

#KeepitWild
Please be responsible and join with us in caring for our environment. Take your garbage with you, keep wildlife at a safe distance, and stay on designated trails to protect fragile plant life. 
Nature, other visitors, and future generations will be thankful for your stewardship.

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