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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. Get to know every silvery inch of Cape Breton Island in through rugged headlands, ice-covered waterfalls, peaceful woods, and over 50 winding trails.

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Follow Your Heart to 50+ Snowshoeing Adventures on Cape Breton Island

 

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Destination Cape Smokey

Region: Cabot Trail

Community: Ingonish & Area

Cape Smokey, a year-round mountain playground where land meets sea and your ultimate getaway awaits and welcomes you to choose your own adv...

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The Clairestone Inn

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Trip Advisor Rating 63 Reviews

Region: Cape Breton’s South Coast

Community: Isle Madame

Experience sea level living on an island off an island at The Clairestone Inn: a newly renovated 17 room boutique hotel nestled in the quai...

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Cape Breton Nordic Ski

CBRM Recreation Snowshoe Lending Program

Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail

Community: Sydney & Area

20 pairs Adult & young adult sizes Also available: 40 pairs of snow cleats and 10 sets of trekking poles. Open: Monday-Friday: 8:30am-4:...

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Escape Outdoors

Escape Outdoors

Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail

Community: North Sydney & Area

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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Framework Cycle & Fitness

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Trip Advisor Rating 11 Reviews

Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail

Community: Sydney & Area

Bike rentals available year-round, including high-performance, touring, and hybrid bikes; snowshoes in winter. Open Tuesday-Friday: 10:00am-...

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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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3 Day Nordic Skiing Itinerary 1

Nordic Skiing at Bell Bay

Region: Cabot Trail

Community: Baddeck & Area

Come to Bell Bay Golf Course for 3km of groomed trails for Nordic Skiing and snowshoeing!  This will be provided all Winter (weather provid...

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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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3 Day Snowshoeing Itinerary

Spend 3 Days exploring Cape Breton Island via snowshoe. Get up close and personal with nature as your hikes lead you to stunning views and vistas.

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Where to Rent Snowshoes on Cape Breton Island 5

14 Places To Rent Snowshoes On Cape Breton Island

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Why not give snowshoeing a try this winter. Check out our list of places to rent snowshoes so you can test out this winter sport before committing to purchasing any gear.

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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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5 Easy Cape Breton Snowshoe Hikes

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Come late November, when parts of Canada begin to be blanketed with snow, Cape Breton wonders if Mother Nature has forgotten her. Not a chance. Winter on Cape Breton Island is inevitable.

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7 Unique Places to Stay This Winter 3

7 Unique Places to Stay This Winter

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Many marvel at the breathtaking views Cape Breton has in the summertime, but have you ever truly appreciated unwinding in our gorgeous winter? These snowy escapes could become your new favourite way to recharge this season.

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6 Snowshoe Packages

6 Snowshoe Packages

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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.

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Cape Bretons Epic Winter Bucket List 4

Cape Breton Island's Epic Winter Bucket List

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Read through and see how many places, views, and experiences you can check off from this Epic Winter Bucket List!

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The Barn Concert-Ceilidhs

Next Date: Sep 29, 2022

Regions: Cabot Trail, Canada’s Musical Coast

Community: Margaree Valley

On the grounds of the Normaway Inn, The Barn, operated by the Barn Music and Theatre Society, presents weekly Concert-Ceilidhs on Wednesdays...

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Dear Rita

Next Date: Sep 29, 2022

Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail

Community: Glace Bay

DEAR RITA is a musical celebration of Cape Breton’s first lady of song, Rita MacNeil — a fierce force of storytelling through song who i...

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Mabel's Garden

Next Date: Sep 29, 2022

Regions: Cabot Trail, Bras d’Or Lake

Community: Baddeck

Update: Due to COVID-19, the visitor experience at Parks Canada-administered places may be different than it has been in the past. Please v...

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Current Weather

Wednesday, September 28

cloudy 17°C Feels like 17°C Overcast
2.9kph Wind - SSW
98% Humidity
14.421km Visibility

Today's Weather

September 28 at 11:00 am Overcast cloudy 17°C P.O.P: 3% Wind: SSW 3.16kph Humidity: 98%
September 28 at 12:00 pm Overcast cloudy 17°C P.O.P: 4% Wind: SSW 2.71kph Humidity: 98%
September 28 at 1:00 pm Overcast cloudy 17°C P.O.P: 4% Wind: SSW 2.68kph Humidity: 98%
September 28 at 2:00 pm Overcast cloudy 18°C P.O.P: 5% Wind: SSW 2.62kph Humidity: 98%
September 28 at 3:00 pm Overcast cloudy 18°C P.O.P: 5% Wind: SSW 2.59kph Humidity: 98%
September 28 at 4:00 pm Overcast cloudy 18°C P.O.P: 8% Wind: SW 2.63kph Humidity: 98%
September 28 at 5:00 pm Overcast cloudy 19°C P.O.P: 8% Wind: SW 2.72kph Humidity: 98%
September 28 at 6:00 pm Overcast cloudy 19°C P.O.P: 7% Wind: SSW 3.43kph Humidity: 98%
September 28 at 7:00 pm Overcast cloudy 19°C P.O.P: 7% Wind: S 3.2kph Humidity: 98%
September 28 at 8:00 pm Overcast cloudy 18°C P.O.P: 8% Wind: W 2.76kph Humidity: 98%
September 28 at 9:00 pm Overcast cloudy 18°C P.O.P: 7% Wind: WSW 2.34kph Humidity: 98%
September 28 at 10:00 pm Overcast cloudy 17°C P.O.P: 4% Wind: W 2.16kph Humidity: 98%
September 28 at 11:00 pm Overcast cloudy 16°C P.O.P: 2% Wind: WSW 2.28kph Humidity: 98%
September 29 at 12:00 am Overcast cloudy 15°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: WSW 1.96kph Humidity: 98%
September 29 at 1:00 am Overcast cloudy 15°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: WSW 2.29kph Humidity: 98%
September 29 at 2:00 am Overcast cloudy 15°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: W 2.83kph Humidity: 98%
September 29 at 3:00 am Overcast cloudy 15°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: W 3.1kph Humidity: 98%
September 29 at 4:00 am Overcast cloudy 14°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: WSW 3.27kph Humidity: 98%
September 29 at 5:00 am Overcast cloudy 14°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: W 3.43kph Humidity: 98%
September 29 at 6:00 am Overcast cloudy 14°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: W 3.52kph Humidity: 98%
September 29 at 7:00 am Overcast cloudy 13°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: WNW 3.49kph Humidity: 98%
September 29 at 8:00 am Overcast cloudy 13°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: WSW 3.33kph Humidity: 98%
September 29 at 9:00 am Overcast cloudy 12°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: W 3.22kph Humidity: 98%
September 29 at 10:00 am Overcast cloudy 12°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: W 3.28kph Humidity: 98%
September 29 at 11:00 am Overcast cloudy 13°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: WNW 3.37kph Humidity: 98%
September 29 at 12:00 pm Overcast cloudy 14°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: W 3.42kph Humidity: 98%
September 29 at 1:00 pm Overcast cloudy 15°C P.O.P: 3% Wind: SW 3.66kph Humidity: 98%
September 29 at 2:00 pm Overcast cloudy 16°C P.O.P: 3% Wind: NNW 3.83kph Humidity: 98%
September 29 at 3:00 pm Overcast cloudy 17°C P.O.P: 3% Wind: WNW 3.92kph Humidity: 98%
September 29 at 4:00 pm Overcast cloudy 17°C P.O.P: 3% Wind: W 3.9kph Humidity: 98%
September 29 at 5:00 pm Mostly Cloudy partly-cloudy-day 18°C P.O.P: 3% Wind: WNW 3.88kph Humidity: 98%
September 29 at 6:00 pm Mostly Cloudy partly-cloudy-day 18°C P.O.P: 3% Wind: WNW 4.26kph Humidity: 98%
September 29 at 7:00 pm Mostly Cloudy partly-cloudy-day 17°C P.O.P: 4% Wind: WNW 4.13kph Humidity: 98%
September 29 at 8:00 pm Mostly Cloudy partly-cloudy-day 16°C P.O.P: 5% Wind: NW 4.22kph Humidity: 98%
September 29 at 9:00 pm Mostly Cloudy partly-cloudy-day 15°C P.O.P: 4% Wind: NW 4.24kph Humidity: 98%
September 29 at 10:00 pm Mostly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 14°C P.O.P: 5% Wind: NW 4.03kph Humidity: 98%
September 29 at 11:00 pm Mostly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 13°C P.O.P: 4% Wind: NW 3.85kph Humidity: 98%
September 30 at 12:00 am Mostly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 12°C P.O.P: 5% Wind: NW 3.53kph Humidity: 98%
September 30 at 1:00 am Mostly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 11°C P.O.P: 7% Wind: NW 3.49kph Humidity: 98%
September 30 at 2:00 am Mostly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 11°C P.O.P: 9% Wind: NW 3.49kph Humidity: 98%
September 30 at 3:00 am Partly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 10°C P.O.P: 11% Wind: NW 3.42kph Humidity: 98%
September 30 at 4:00 am Partly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 10°C P.O.P: 10% Wind: NW 3.58kph Humidity: 98%
September 30 at 5:00 am Partly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 9°C P.O.P: 8% Wind: NW 3.81kph Humidity: 98%
September 30 at 6:00 am Partly Cloudy partly-cloudy-night 9°C P.O.P: 6% Wind: NW 3.6kph Humidity: 98%
September 30 at 7:00 am Clear clear-night 8°C P.O.P: 5% Wind: NW 3.51kph Humidity: 98%
September 30 at 8:00 am Clear clear-night 8°C P.O.P: 4% Wind: NW 3.42kph Humidity: 98%
September 30 at 9:00 am Clear clear-night 8°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: WNW 3.39kph Humidity: 98%
September 30 at 10:00 am Clear clear-night 8°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: WNW 3.39kph Humidity: 98%
September 30 at 11:00 am Clear clear-day 9°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: WNW 3.35kph Humidity: 98%

7 Day Forecast

Thursday, September 29 Mostly cloudy throughout the day. partly-cloudy-day 18°C P.O.P: 26% Wind: WNW 3.67kph Humidity: 98%
Friday, September 30 Clear throughout the day. clear-day 17°C P.O.P: 24% Wind: WNW 3.33kph Humidity: 98%
Saturday, October 1 Clear throughout the day. clear-day 19°C P.O.P: 4% Wind: WSW 3.77kph Humidity: 98%
Sunday, October 2 Mostly cloudy throughout the day. partly-cloudy-day 12°C P.O.P: 24% Wind: NNW 5.32kph Humidity: 98%
Monday, October 3 Clear throughout the day. clear-day 13°C P.O.P: 1% Wind: NW 3.56kph Humidity: 98%
Tuesday, October 4 Partly cloudy throughout the day. partly-cloudy-day 17°C P.O.P: 0% Wind: SW 4.07kph Humidity: 98%
Wednesday, October 5 Overcast throughout the day. cloudy 16°C P.O.P: 2% Wind: W 2.86kph Humidity: 98%
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