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...
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.
Cross Country Skiing
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Two Rivers Wildlife Park
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...
Inverness County Winter Gear Rentals
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Port Hood
The Inverness County Recreation/Tourism Department has skiis, snowshoes and walking poles available on a rental basis. If you are school gro...
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...
Ski Tuonela
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...
Cape Breton Regional Library Lending Program
Regions: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail, Cabot Trail
Community: Sydney
Winter Recreation Equipment Snowshoes and poles in Cape Breton County The following equipment is available at McConnell Library in Sydney: ...
Ski Ben Eoin
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...
North Highlands Nordic Cross-Country Ski Facility
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Cape North
North Highlands Nordic Ski Area is located in Cape North, on the north east corner of the Cabot Trail on Cape Breton Island. The trailhead i...
Celtic Shores Coastal Trail
Community: Inverness
The Celtic Shores Coastal Trail is a 92 km (57 mi) multi-use trail, along former rail bed, stretching from Port Hastings to Inverness on the...
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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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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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Winter Events
Hygge in the highlands? We call it Cape Breton cozy. From moonlit snowshoe treks and family friendly festivals to snowmobile rallies and warm Ceilidhs, we celebrate winter with a full schedule of events.
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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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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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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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What better place to celebrate love than on Cape Breton Island? Our community is rich with activities to suit any pair of lovebirds, whether they would rather thump their feet to some music at a pub or snuggle up in a cozy cafe.
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February 2020 Winter Events
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Wondering what to do in Cape Breton this February? Check out our February 2020 Winter Events!
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5 Winter Experiences Without Breaking the Bank
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There’s no need to break the bank when you’re looking to fill up a fun day on the Island. Here are just a few of the many options available to keep you and your family entertained this winter without spending the big bucks.
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12 Days of Awesome Instagrammers, 2019!
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7 Cape Breton Waterfalls to visit this Winter
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When we think of waterfalls, the image that comes to our mind is tropical pools, cascading water, peace and calmness. But come winter, these waterfalls turn into a completely different scene. We have rounded up our favourite winter waterfalls.
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Tuesday, October 27
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Today's Weather
October 27 at 11:00 am
Light Rain
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October 27 at 12:00 pm
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Wind: SW 5.34kph
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October 27 at 1:00 pm
Light Rain
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Wind: SSE 5.49kph
Humidity: 98%
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Wind: SSE 5.49kph
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October 27 at 2:00 pm
Light Rain
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Wind: NNE 5.53kph
Humidity: 98%
12°C
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Wind: NNE 5.53kph
Humidity: 98%
October 27 at 3:00 pm
Light Rain
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Wind: WNW 5.56kph
Humidity: 98%
11°C
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Wind: WNW 5.56kph
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October 27 at 4:00 pm
Possible Light Rain
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Wind: W 5.74kph
Humidity: 98%
10°C
P.O.P: 50%
Wind: W 5.74kph
Humidity: 98%
October 27 at 5:00 pm
Possible Drizzle
10°C
P.O.P: 25%
Wind: NW 6kph
Humidity: 98%
10°C
P.O.P: 25%
Wind: NW 6kph
Humidity: 98%
October 27 at 6:00 pm
Overcast
9°C
P.O.P: 17%
Wind: WNW 6.23kph
Humidity: 98%
9°C
P.O.P: 17%
Wind: WNW 6.23kph
Humidity: 98%
October 27 at 7:00 pm
Overcast
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P.O.P: 11%
Wind: WNW 6.39kph
Humidity: 98%
8°C
P.O.P: 11%
Wind: WNW 6.39kph
Humidity: 98%
October 27 at 8:00 pm
Mostly Cloudy
7°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 6.48kph
Humidity: 98%
7°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 6.48kph
Humidity: 98%
October 27 at 9:00 pm
Mostly Cloudy
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P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 6.51kph
Humidity: 98%
6°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 6.51kph
Humidity: 98%
October 27 at 10:00 pm
Mostly Cloudy
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Wind: NW 6.5kph
Humidity: 98%
6°C
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Wind: NW 6.5kph
Humidity: 98%
October 27 at 11:00 pm
Partly Cloudy
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P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 6.44kph
Humidity: 98%
5°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 6.44kph
Humidity: 98%
October 28 at 12:00 am
Mostly Cloudy
5°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 6.33kph
Humidity: 98%
5°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 6.33kph
Humidity: 98%
October 28 at 1:00 am
Mostly Cloudy
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P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 6.13kph
Humidity: 98%
4°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 6.13kph
Humidity: 98%
October 28 at 2:00 am
Mostly Cloudy
4°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 5.89kph
Humidity: 98%
4°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 5.89kph
Humidity: 98%
October 28 at 3:00 am
Overcast
4°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 5.65kph
Humidity: 98%
4°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 5.65kph
Humidity: 98%
October 28 at 4:00 am
Overcast
4°C
P.O.P: 2%
Wind: NW 5.45kph
Humidity: 98%
4°C
P.O.P: 2%
Wind: NW 5.45kph
Humidity: 98%
October 28 at 5:00 am
Overcast
4°C
P.O.P: 3%
Wind: NW 5.29kph
Humidity: 98%
4°C
P.O.P: 3%
Wind: NW 5.29kph
Humidity: 98%
October 28 at 6:00 am
Overcast
4°C
P.O.P: 3%
Wind: NW 5.07kph
Humidity: 98%
4°C
P.O.P: 3%
Wind: NW 5.07kph
Humidity: 98%
October 28 at 7:00 am
Overcast
3°C
P.O.P: 3%
Wind: NW 5.16kph
Humidity: 98%
3°C
P.O.P: 3%
Wind: NW 5.16kph
Humidity: 98%
October 28 at 8:00 am
Mostly Cloudy
3°C
P.O.P: 4%
Wind: NW 5.34kph
Humidity: 98%
3°C
P.O.P: 4%
Wind: NW 5.34kph
Humidity: 98%
October 28 at 9:00 am
Mostly Cloudy
3°C
P.O.P: 2%
Wind: NW 5.46kph
Humidity: 98%
3°C
P.O.P: 2%
Wind: NW 5.46kph
Humidity: 98%
October 28 at 10:00 am
Mostly Cloudy
3°C
P.O.P: 2%
Wind: NW 5.53kph
Humidity: 98%
3°C
P.O.P: 2%
Wind: NW 5.53kph
Humidity: 98%
October 28 at 11:00 am
Mostly Cloudy
3°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 5.58kph
Humidity: 98%
3°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 5.58kph
Humidity: 98%
October 28 at 12:00 pm
Partly Cloudy
3°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 5.49kph
Humidity: 98%
3°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 5.49kph
Humidity: 98%
October 28 at 1:00 pm
Partly Cloudy
4°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 5.33kph
Humidity: 98%
4°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 5.33kph
Humidity: 98%
October 28 at 2:00 pm
Partly Cloudy
4°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 4.88kph
Humidity: 98%
4°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 4.88kph
Humidity: 98%
October 28 at 3:00 pm
Partly Cloudy
5°C
P.O.P: 3%
Wind: NW 4.49kph
Humidity: 98%
5°C
P.O.P: 3%
Wind: NW 4.49kph
Humidity: 98%
October 28 at 4:00 pm
Mostly Cloudy
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P.O.P: 3%
Wind: NW 4.24kph
Humidity: 98%
5°C
P.O.P: 3%
Wind: NW 4.24kph
Humidity: 98%
October 28 at 5:00 pm
Mostly Cloudy
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Wind: NW 4.01kph
Humidity: 98%
6°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 4.01kph
Humidity: 98%
October 28 at 6:00 pm
Mostly Cloudy
6°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 3.7kph
Humidity: 98%
6°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: NW 3.7kph
Humidity: 98%
October 28 at 7:00 pm
Mostly Cloudy
5°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: WNW 3.27kph
Humidity: 98%
5°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: WNW 3.27kph
Humidity: 98%
October 28 at 8:00 pm
Overcast
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P.O.P: 0%
Wind: W 2.82kph
Humidity: 98%
5°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: W 2.82kph
Humidity: 98%
October 28 at 9:00 pm
Overcast
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P.O.P: 0%
Wind: W 2.51kph
Humidity: 98%
4°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: W 2.51kph
Humidity: 98%
October 28 at 10:00 pm
Mostly Cloudy
3°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: N 2.41kph
Humidity: 98%
3°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: N 2.41kph
Humidity: 98%
October 28 at 11:00 pm
Mostly Cloudy
3°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: SSE 2.42kph
Humidity: 98%
3°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: SSE 2.42kph
Humidity: 98%
October 29 at 12:00 am
Mostly Cloudy
2°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: SW 2.5kph
Humidity: 98%
2°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: SW 2.5kph
Humidity: 98%
October 29 at 1:00 am
Mostly Cloudy
2°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: WSW 2.64kph
Humidity: 98%
2°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: WSW 2.64kph
Humidity: 98%
October 29 at 2:00 am
Mostly Cloudy
1°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: SW 2.84kph
Humidity: 98%
1°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: SW 2.84kph
Humidity: 98%
October 29 at 3:00 am
Mostly Cloudy
1°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: SSW 3.09kph
Humidity: 98%
1°C
P.O.P: 0%
Wind: SSW 3.09kph
Humidity: 98%
October 29 at 4:00 am
Mostly Cloudy
1°C
P.O.P: 3%
Wind: SSW 3.36kph
Humidity: 98%
1°C
P.O.P: 3%
Wind: SSW 3.36kph
Humidity: 98%
October 29 at 5:00 am
Mostly Cloudy
2°C
P.O.P: 4%
Wind: SSW 3.64kph
Humidity: 98%
2°C
P.O.P: 4%
Wind: SSW 3.64kph
Humidity: 98%
October 29 at 6:00 am
Overcast
2°C
P.O.P: 6%
Wind: SW 3.88kph
Humidity: 98%
2°C
P.O.P: 6%
Wind: SW 3.88kph
Humidity: 98%
October 29 at 7:00 am
Overcast
3°C
P.O.P: 8%
Wind: SW 4.04kph
Humidity: 98%
3°C
P.O.P: 8%
Wind: SW 4.04kph
Humidity: 98%
October 29 at 8:00 am
Overcast
3°C
P.O.P: 12%
Wind: SW 4.17kph
Humidity: 98%
3°C
P.O.P: 12%
Wind: SW 4.17kph
Humidity: 98%
October 29 at 9:00 am
Overcast
3°C
P.O.P: 16%
Wind: SW 4.31kph
Humidity: 98%
3°C
P.O.P: 16%
Wind: SW 4.31kph
Humidity: 98%
October 29 at 10:00 am
Possible Drizzle
4°C
P.O.P: 26%
Wind: SSW 4.43kph
Humidity: 98%
4°C
P.O.P: 26%
Wind: SSW 4.43kph
Humidity: 98%
October 29 at 11:00 am
Possible Drizzle
4°C
P.O.P: 38%
Wind: SSW 4.54kph
Humidity: 98%
4°C
P.O.P: 38%
Wind: SSW 4.54kph
Humidity: 98%
7 Day Forecast
Wednesday, October 28
Mostly cloudy throughout the day.
6°C
P.O.P: 16%
Wind: WNW 4.2kph
Humidity: 98%
6°C
P.O.P: 16%
Wind: WNW 4.2kph
Humidity: 98%
Thursday, October 29
Possible drizzle in the morning.
11°C
P.O.P: 57%
Wind: WSW 4.47kph
Humidity: 98%
11°C
P.O.P: 57%
Wind: WSW 4.47kph
Humidity: 98%
Friday, October 30
Mostly cloudy throughout the day.
4°C
P.O.P: 40%
Wind: NNW 7.03kph
Humidity: 98%
4°C
P.O.P: 40%
Wind: NNW 7.03kph
Humidity: 98%
Saturday, October 31
Partly cloudy throughout the day.
5°C
P.O.P: 28%
Wind: NW 5.49kph
Humidity: 98%
5°C
P.O.P: 28%
Wind: NW 5.49kph
Humidity: 98%
Sunday, November 1
Rain in the evening and overnight.
10°C
P.O.P: 44%
Wind: SSW 6.2kph
Humidity: 98%
10°C
P.O.P: 44%
Wind: SSW 6.2kph
Humidity: 98%
Monday, November 2
Rain in the morning and afternoon.
13°C
P.O.P: 99%
Wind: WSW 7.8kph
Humidity: 98%
13°C
P.O.P: 99%
Wind: WSW 7.8kph
Humidity: 98%
Tuesday, November 3
Snow (1–4 cm.) in the morning and afternoon.
4°C
P.O.P: 71%
Wind: WSW 7.04kph
Humidity: 98%
4°C
P.O.P: 71%
Wind: WSW 7.04kph
Humidity: 98%