It’s that magical time of year when the temperature starts dropping and snow blankets the landscapes. Lace-up, grab some poles, hit the slopes, and track your own path. Lean into the snow and embrace our coastal winter like an Islander.
Extensive trails. Drive-up eateries. Cozy accommodations. Cut a powdery path across highland mountains and coastal plains to lose yourself in the white dusted beauty of winter in all her glory.
Trek your way to familiarity. Get to know every silvery inch of Cape Breton Island in the winter though winding trails, rugged headlands, ice-covered waterfalls, and peaceful woods.
Four cross-country ski facilities. Hundreds of trails to discover. Glide around beautiful sea vistas, bound across golf courses, and challenge yourself on the only serviced Telemark hill in the Maritimes.
Shred powder while overlooking Canada’s only inland ocean. Bound down Nova Scotia’s tallest alpine peak, high above the North Atlantic. Here, the mountain meets the ocean—literally.
Cape Breton Island is open and our locals are waiting for you. Connect yourself to the heartbeat of mother earth while experiencing a Medicine Walk or work with a local artisan and create your own unique piece.
Rediscover our Island this winter! Whether it is a vacation, a staycation, or a one-day adventure there are plenty of winter packages and specials just waiting for you to enjoy.
Not even the cold can dull the warmth of our Island. Embrace winter with a snowy farm stay or escape to an authentic Mongolian yurt set in the vast wilderness of the Cabot Trail.
Cozy up for an après ski ale alongside the Bras d’Or Lake. Defrost over a steaming bowl of fresh chowder. Tuck into a hearty Dutch Pannekoek (pancake) before embarking on a wintery trek across the Cabot Trail. The air may might be chilly but our winter hospitality is warm.
Next Date: Jan 27, 2021
Surf ‘n Cider Sunday Every Sunday from 4:00pm-9:oopm Don’t worry about cooking this evening, come enjoy delicious batter...
Next Date: Jan 27, 2021
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: St. Ann’s
Enjoy an evening of music with a Ceilidh at the Colaisde na Gàidhlig / The Gaelic College every Wednesday night starting at 7:30pm! Each we...
Next Date: Feb 2, 2021
Region: Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: Huntington
WINTER FROLIC EVENTS Feb. 2 Coasting, skating snowshoeing from 10 a.m.- 5 p.m., weather permitting. Groundhog Day ceremonies beginning at 1...
Next Date: Feb 6, 2021
Community: Judique
Judique Winter Fest, Judique Community Centre Fun-filled day for all ages! Schedule of events TBA ...
Enjoy snowmobiling across the Cabot Trail or near the Bras d'Or Lake. Meet up with old friends or meet new ones along the Great Trail. Pull up next to restaurants with delicious homemade food and sleep in accommodations you hand select.
Romance is in the air. Read through some relaxing and romantic getaway adventures here.
Looking for a ski getaway this winter? Check out these packages to get the best bang for your buck!
Grab a pair of snowshoes and trek on over to one of these beautiful destinations. Whether you want a guided tour or plan on self-guiding we have you covered.
There are direct flights to Sydney from Toronto and Montreal and from other North American and European cities via Halifax. If traveling by ground, the Trans-Canada Highway 104 leads to Cape Breton Island.
Getting Here and AroundMonday, January 25
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