Drive the legendary Cabot Trail — 298 km of cliff-hugging turns, ocean vistas, and Highland culture that thrills every sense in any season.
Set out on a coastal loop among the world’s great drives. The Cabot Trail crosses Cape Breton Highlands National Park, climbs forested plateaus, and dips into fishing hamlets alive with Acadian, Mi’kmaw, and Gaelic stories. Stop for whale-spouting look-offs, hikes, and fresh local seafood.
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