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Cross Country Skiing

Glide around beautiful sea vistas. Bound across deserted, snow-covered golf courses. Discover four cross-country ski facilities or challenge yourself on the only serviced Telemark hill in the Maritimes. Our beautiful Island deserves to be explored, poles in hand. Rent equipment or bring your own to experience winter at its best.

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Cape Breton Nordic Ski Club

Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail

Community: North Sydney

Club members will have access to all equipment and programs at reduced rates. Special events and try-it events will be announced through the...

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Escape Outdoors

Escape Outdoors

Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail

Community: North Sydney

An independent, locally-owned retailer. EO promotes an active & outdoor lifestyle. Visit them for all your active and casual clothing, f...

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Cape Breton Epic Winter Bucket List 1

Inverness County Winter Gear Rentals

Region: Canada’s Musical Coast

Community: Port Hood

The Inverness County Recreation/Tourism Department has skis, snowshoes, and walking poles available on a rental basis. If you are a school g...

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Ski Ben Eoin

Ski Ben Eoin

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Trip Advisor Rating 5 Reviews

Region: Bras d’Or Lake

Community: Ben Eoin

11 runs: longest run 1300 m (4200 ft). Vertical rise: 149 m (490 ft). Lifts: 1 carpet lift, 1 quad chair. Alpine skiing; night skiing; ski s...

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Ski Tuonela

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Trip Advisor Rating 3 Reviews

Region: Cabot Trail

Community: St. Ann’s

The “Tuonela Trail”, founded in 1997, boasts the maritime’s only serviced Telemark hill. Located in the snow belt of Cape Breton, it w...

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The Lakes at Ben Eoin Golf Club & Resort 3

Snow-Cation: Stay and Ski

Region: Bras d’Or Lake

Community: Ben Eoin

Après ski has never looked so good! Enjoy the best of winter activity at Ski Ben Eoin, followed by a comfortable stay at the Lakes. Cozy up...

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Two Rivers Wildlife Park

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Trip Advisor Rating 78 Reviews

Region: Louisbourg Area

Community: Grand Mira North

This 500-acre park displays many native Nova Scotian wildlife in a natural setting, including black bears, white-tailed deer, wolves and cou...

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  • Six Unique Places to Stay This Winter 5

    Winter Accommodations

    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.

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  • Cape Breton Fall Culinary Guide 24

    Winter Eats

    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.

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  • Cultural Experiences & Local Artisans 1

    Culture & Craft Experiences

    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.

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3 Day Nordic Skiing Itinerary

Don’t miss out on this nordic skiing adventure that takes you to the Maritime’s only Telemark Skiing facility as well as two local ski hills.

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    Snowmobiling

    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.

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  • Two Snowshoers

    Snowshoeing

    Hike one of our many trails to discover breathtaking ocean vistas. Head backcountry for a peaceful walk in the woods. Join a guided trek and experience winter like a local.

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  • Airborne Snowboarder at Ski Ben Eion

    Skiing & Snowboarding

    Shred powder while overlooking Canada’s only inland ocean. Bound down Nova Scotia’s tallest alpine peak, high above the North Atlantic. Here, mountain meets ocean—literally.

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4 Winter Days Along the Cabot Trail

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Join Ashley MacDonald, one of our Adventure Ambassadors, on her latest outdoor adventure along the Cabot Trail this winter. If you enjoy skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing or just the sound of nature you'll enjoy this blog!

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Take a Bite out of Winter in Chéticamp! 10

Take a Bite out of Winter in Chéticamp!

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In the last few years, winter culinary offerings have expanded greatly, and there are so many delicious ways to take a bite out of winter!

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24 Hours of Adventure in Cape Breton 12

Outdoor Adventure in the Ingonish Area

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What do you do when you’re feeling like you are in desperate need of a winter fix? Pick a date and then plan a strike mission to Ingonish, Cape Breton!

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3 Ways to Spend Winter at the Inverary Resort

3 Ways to Spend Winter at the Inverary Resort

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With our lakes, rivers, and mountains, it’s easy to escape to your own winter wilderness getaway on Cape Breton Island. Luckily, we know of just the place that accommodates all kinds of winter enthusiasts and R&R seekers!

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A Winter Getaway on Cape Breton Island

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Have you wanted to take a weekend trip to Cape Breton in the winter but don’t know where to start? Here's an itinerary from our ambassador Kyler's visit to Cape Breton Island to help guide you on your next Cape Breton Island adventure!

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Winter Adventures Around the Chéticamp Area

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Grab a pair of snowshoes and enjoy your latest winter adventure in Chéticamp along the Cabot Trail!

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Trivia Nights at the Frolic

Next Date: Oct 28, 2021

Region: Bras d’Or Lake

Community: Iona

Come test your wits & win prizes! 3 Rounds – 12 general knowledge questions each round. Play solo, or form a team. The funniest team n...

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Current Weather

Sunday, October 24

cloudy 9°C Feels like 5°C Overcast
7.87kph Wind - W
72% Humidity
16.093km Visibility

Today's Weather

October 24 at 9:00 pm Overcast cloudy 9°C P.O.P: 10% Wind: W 7.91kph Humidity: 72%
October 24 at 10:00 pm Overcast cloudy 9°C P.O.P: 11% Wind: W 7.83kph Humidity: 72%
October 24 at 11:00 pm Overcast cloudy 9°C P.O.P: 13% Wind: WNW 7.78kph Humidity: 72%
October 25 at 12:00 am Overcast cloudy 9°C P.O.P: 20% Wind: W 8.13kph Humidity: 72%
October 25 at 1:00 am Possible Drizzle rain 9°C P.O.P: 27% Wind: SSW 8.18kph Humidity: 72%
October 25 at 2:00 am Possible Drizzle rain 9°C P.O.P: 29% Wind: NNW 8.18kph Humidity: 72%
October 25 at 3:00 am Possible Drizzle rain 9°C P.O.P: 29% Wind: W 8.12kph Humidity: 72%
October 25 at 4:00 am Possible Drizzle rain 9°C P.O.P: 28% Wind: W 8.12kph Humidity: 72%
October 25 at 5:00 am Overcast cloudy 9°C P.O.P: 24% Wind: W 8.15kph Humidity: 72%
October 25 at 6:00 am Mostly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 9°C P.O.P: 19% Wind: W 7.99kph Humidity: 72%
October 25 at 7:00 am Overcast cloudy 9°C P.O.P: 18% Wind: WNW 7.69kph Humidity: 72%
October 25 at 8:00 am Overcast cloudy 10°C P.O.P: 17% Wind: WNW 7.26kph Humidity: 72%
October 25 at 9:00 am Overcast cloudy 10°C P.O.P: 19% Wind: WNW 6.95kph Humidity: 72%
October 25 at 10:00 am Overcast cloudy 10°C P.O.P: 18% Wind: WNW 6.7kph Humidity: 72%
October 25 at 11:00 am Mostly Cloudy partly-cloudy-day 10°C P.O.P: 15% Wind: NW 6.28kph Humidity: 72%
October 25 at 12:00 pm Mostly Cloudy partly-cloudy-day 10°C P.O.P: 15% Wind: WNW 5.89kph Humidity: 72%
October 25 at 1:00 pm Partly Cloudy partly-cloudy-day 11°C P.O.P: 11% Wind: WNW 5.79kph Humidity: 72%
October 25 at 2:00 pm Partly Cloudy partly-cloudy-day 12°C P.O.P: 8% Wind: WNW 5.85kph Humidity: 72%
October 25 at 3:00 pm Partly Cloudy partly-cloudy-day 12°C P.O.P: 6% Wind: NW 5.87kph Humidity: 72%
October 25 at 4:00 pm Partly Cloudy partly-cloudy-day 12°C P.O.P: 4% Wind: NW 5.71kph Humidity: 72%
October 25 at 5:00 pm Mostly Cloudy partly-cloudy-day 12°C P.O.P: 4% Wind: NW 5.62kph Humidity: 72%
October 25 at 6:00 pm Mostly Cloudy partly-cloudy-day 12°C P.O.P: 3% Wind: NW 5.07kph Humidity: 72%
October 25 at 7:00 pm Mostly Cloudy partly-cloudy-day 11°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: WNW 4.72kph Humidity: 72%
October 25 at 8:00 pm Mostly Cloudy partly-cloudy-day 11°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: WNW 4.44kph Humidity: 72%
October 25 at 9:00 pm Mostly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 10°C P.O.P: 3% Wind: WNW 4.1kph Humidity: 72%
October 25 at 10:00 pm Mostly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 9°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: WNW 3.93kph Humidity: 72%
October 25 at 11:00 pm Mostly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 8°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: NW 3.84kph Humidity: 72%
October 26 at 12:00 am Mostly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 8°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: NW 3.83kph Humidity: 72%
October 26 at 1:00 am Partly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 7°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: NW 3.72kph Humidity: 72%
October 26 at 2:00 am Partly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 7°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: NW 3.55kph Humidity: 72%
October 26 at 3:00 am Partly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 7°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: NW 3.47kph Humidity: 72%
October 26 at 4:00 am Partly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 7°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: NW 3.38kph Humidity: 72%
October 26 at 5:00 am Partly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 7°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: WNW 3.34kph Humidity: 72%
October 26 at 6:00 am Partly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 6°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: WNW 2.94kph Humidity: 72%
October 26 at 7:00 am Partly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 6°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: WNW 3.04kph Humidity: 72%
October 26 at 8:00 am Partly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 6°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: WNW 2.95kph Humidity: 72%
October 26 at 9:00 am Partly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 5°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: WNW 2.88kph Humidity: 72%
October 26 at 10:00 am Partly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 5°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: NW 2.71kph Humidity: 72%
October 26 at 11:00 am Partly Cloudy partly-cloudy-day 6°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: NW 2.59kph Humidity: 72%
October 26 at 12:00 pm Clear clear-day 7°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: NW 2.29kph Humidity: 72%
October 26 at 1:00 pm Clear clear-day 9°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: NW 2.36kph Humidity: 72%
October 26 at 2:00 pm Partly Cloudy partly-cloudy-day 10°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: NW 2.47kph Humidity: 72%
October 26 at 3:00 pm Partly Cloudy partly-cloudy-day 12°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: NNW 2.51kph Humidity: 72%
October 26 at 4:00 pm Partly Cloudy partly-cloudy-day 12°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: NNW 2.51kph Humidity: 72%
October 26 at 5:00 pm Partly Cloudy partly-cloudy-day 13°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: N 2.44kph Humidity: 72%
October 26 at 6:00 pm Partly Cloudy partly-cloudy-day 12°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: NNE 2.15kph Humidity: 72%
October 26 at 7:00 pm Mostly Cloudy partly-cloudy-day 12°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: NE 2.36kph Humidity: 72%
October 26 at 8:00 pm Mostly Cloudy partly-cloudy-day 11°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: NE 2.65kph Humidity: 72%
October 26 at 9:00 pm Mostly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 9°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: ENE 2.71kph Humidity: 72%

7 Day Forecast

Monday, October 25 Possible drizzle in the morning. rain 13°C P.O.P: 62% Wind: WNW 5.7kph Humidity: 72%
Tuesday, October 26 Partly cloudy throughout the day. partly-cloudy-day 13°C P.O.P: 7% Wind: NNW 2.8kph Humidity: 72%
Wednesday, October 27 Windy in the evening. rain 12°C P.O.P: 62% Wind: ENE 7.42kph Humidity: 72%
Thursday, October 28 Mostly cloudy throughout the day. partly-cloudy-day 11°C P.O.P: 14% Wind: NE 8.33kph Humidity: 72%
Friday, October 29 Mostly cloudy throughout the day. partly-cloudy-day 10°C P.O.P: 2% Wind: NE 5.88kph Humidity: 72%
Saturday, October 30 Partly cloudy throughout the day. partly-cloudy-day 11°C P.O.P: 2% Wind: E 3.34kph Humidity: 72%
Sunday, October 31 Rain in the evening and overnight. rain 13°C P.O.P: 82% Wind: SE 6.05kph Humidity: 72%
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