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Hike the Highlands Festival
A ten-day hiking festival on the Cabot Trail and Northern Cape Breton that features guided hikes, evening activities & presentations, the hiker distance award, opening & closing ceremonies and a photo contest.
Attracting hikers from across North America and Europe, The Hike the Highlands festival is celebrating its 21st anniversary in 2024.
Experience the beauty of the Cape Breton Highlands on guided hikes during the day and through presentations and activities in the evenings.
Be sure to visit the Hike the Highlands Festival’s official website for the most up-to-date information on events taking place.
Registration fees for 2024:
Hike the Highlands Festival Pass and CBHNP Park Pass
Individual – $120.00
Couple – $180.00
Family – $225.00
Hike the Highlands Festival Pass only( No Park Pass)
Individual – $100.00
Couple – $140.00
Family – $150.00
Individual – Weekend Pass: $45.00
Individual – Daily Pass: $25.00 (two hikes on same day) / One hike: $15.00
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