Wherever You’re From, When You’re Here, You’re Home
Tucked away on Cape Breton’s southeastern coast, Gabarus is a welcoming fishing village where visitors are embraced like locals. With scenic beaches, a protected harbour and 10,000 acres of wilderness to explore, it’s a haven for those seeking coastal beauty and quiet charm. Stroll past 19th-century homes, hike along the Atlantic and enjoy fresh seafood shared by a close-knit community that comes alive each summer. Whether you're here for a day or a season, Gabarus feels like home from the moment you arrive.
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Whale Watching on Cape Breton Island: What to Look For (and Where to Find Them)
There's something that stops you in your tracks when you first see a whale. Maybe it's the sheer scale of a humpback's fluke rising from the Gulf of St. Lawrence, dripping and impossibly large. Whatever it...
Puffins on Cape Breton Island: Where to See the Island’s Most Colourful Seabirds
Every summer, one of the most charming wildlife experiences on Cape Breton Island returns to the cliffs and waters just off the coast. Atlantic puffins, often called the clowns of the sea, arrive at the Bird...
The Ultimate 5-Day Fall Cape Breton Road Trip
There are fall drives, and then there's the Cabot Trail in autumn. From late September through October, the 298-kilometre loop around the northern tip of Cape Breton Island turns into one of the most spectacular foliage...
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