Kilometres of coastline, exceptional scenery, rich culture—there’s a reason Cape Breton Island is one of the world’s top island destinations. Located on the northeastern tip of Nova Scotia on Canada’s East Coast, discover a place joined to the mainland by a causeway but separated by a uniqueness all its own.
Here ancestry is deep and alive in the roots of our communities. Cape Breton Island, also called Unama’ki, is one of seven ancestral and unceded territories of the Mi’kmaw People. It’s a place where Indigenous, Gaelic, and Acadian cultures carve out communities. Where awe-inspiring landscapes give way to outdoor adventure and proud history. Where roadways hug the coastline and the world’s largest inland sea is the perfect place to set sail.
Every visit is the perfect opportunity to experience the best of our regions. Our detailed website is full of information on the history and cultures of our Island, where to go and what to see, and everything you need to get around. So start planning your next adventure and prepare to leave a piece of your heart on Cape Breton Island.
Cape Breton Island is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, and when winter descends, the island transforms into a wonderland of snow-covered trails, frosted trees, and serene vistas.
Cape Breton Island is a destination that captivates visitors year-round. However, there's something uniquely magical about experiencing this rugged and breathtaking landscape during the fall.
Wondering where to stay on your next snowmobile getaway? These 10 drive-up accommodations provide easy access to/from the trail system.
Don't put that camera away just because it's cold! Winter on Cape Breton Island is an Instagrammer's wonderland.
It’s time to find the heartiest, homemade meal on Cape Breton Island this winter. Our Island offers many options to chase away the chill.
No matter the time of year, for my wife and I, the weekend means heading to the Cabot Trail for an adventure.
There are direct flights to Sydney from Halifax, Toronto and Montreal and from other North American and European cities via those cities. If traveling by ground, the Trans-Canada Highway 104 leads to Cape Breton Island.
Getting Here and Around