Acadian Trail
Regions: Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Cabot Trail
Community: Chéticamp & Area
Climb 365 metres above the Chéticamp River for panoramic views of the Acadian coastline, the Chéticamp river valley and the park’s h...
Hiking
Our Island is renowned as a hiker’s paradise, a challenging beauty that demands exploration. Breathtaking landscapes await you on every Highland crest, low-tide beach, and serene trek through old-growth forest. Lose yourself in our wilderness. Discover our wild heart with each trail.
Hiking in Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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Skyline Trail
Regions: Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Cabot Trail
A dramatic headland cliff overlooks the rugged coast from the end of this level trail. You can enjoy an eagle’s view of the Cabot Tra...
Aspy Trail
Regions: Cabot Trail, Cape Breton Highlands National Park
This trail meanders along the Aspy fault, through an Acadian and mixed forest. As nature reclaims land once used for farming and logging, a ...
Beulach Ban Falls
Regions: Cabot Trail, Cape Breton Highlands National Park
Community: North Highlands
Waterfall Season Selected Waterfall! Beulach Ban Falls Height: 21 m Distance (one way): 134 m Difficulty: Easy Elevation: 12 m Hiking Time: ...
Bog Trail
Regions: Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Cabot Trail
In keeping with Parks Canada’s mandate to protect the natural environment, a boardwalk keeps your feet dry as you walk while preventin...
Clyburn Trail
Regions: Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Cabot Trail
Community: Ingonish & Area
Note: Infrastructure improvements in the park may cause delays or reduce services while we complete this important work. We appreciate ...
Corney Brook Falls and Trail
Regions: Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Cabot Trail
Community: Chéticamp & Area
Waterfall Season Selected Waterfall! Corney Brook Falls Height: 9 m Distance (one way): 3.1 km Difficulty: Easy Elevation: 140 m Hiking Tim...
Fishing Cove Trail
Regions: Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Cabot Trail
You are 355 metres (1165 feet) above sea level! Hike from the top of the mountain about 6 kilometres down to a small ocean cove and grassy c...
Jack Pine Trail
Regions: Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Cabot Trail
Note: Infrastructure improvements in the park may cause delays or reduce services while we complete this important work. We appreciate ...
Jigging Cove Trail
Regions: Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Cabot Trail
Birders and other nature lovers will enjoy the varied wildlife on this short relaxing trail, following the shoreline of a small man-made lak...
Le vieux chemin du Cap-Rouge Trail
Regions: Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Cabot Trail
Follow the route of the old Cabot Trail from Trout Brook as it gently climbs to a ridge midway up Jerome Mountain, offering views of the Atl...
Lone Shieling Trail
Regions: Cabot Trail, Cape Breton Highlands National Park
Featuring 400-year-old sugar maple trees, the Grande Anse Valley is one of the largest old-growth hardwood forests in the Maritimes. As one ...
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Locals Know Blogs
Waterfall Chasers - Off Grid Paradise
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If you’re looking to start your trip around the Cabot Trail with a little adventure, then this one day itinerary is for you!
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Safety Tips for Hiking and Chasing Waterfalls
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While chasing waterfalls is good for the body, mind and spirit there are a few things you should remember before hitting the trails to ensure you have a great time and make it back home safely!
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Cape Breton Waterfall Season App and Contest Rules
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Winter Gem - Chasing Frozen Waterfalls
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Waterfalls are one of the natural wonders that remain epic to even the casual adventurer. Cape Breton Island has an awe-inspiring variety of waterfalls that will leave you wanting to search for more!
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History and Unspoiled Natural Beauty at Louisbourg
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When you get to a certain point, you look to your left and you see a towering lighthouse and you look to your right and you see this fortress, which is unlike being anywhere else, at least in Canada.
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A Winter Snowshoe Getaway
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Calling all snowshoeing fans! Read where our Local Ambassadors Tammy Aucoin and Chris van den Berg have snowshoeing lately, and when you can grab a drink or find a place to stay after a long day hiking.
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