Ingonish & Area
Ingonish is one of those storied places where all your troubles melt away. It’s home to beautiful beaches, mountains, lakes, rivers and waterfalls and they’re all waiting for you to be explored. If you’re not the outdoorsy type, don’t worry! There are cute cafés, artisan shops and superb restaurants.
The Great Outdoors
If you’re an outdoor lover then Ingonish is where you want to be! Hikers will have a hard time leaving Ingonish since it’s home to 5 great hikes that’ll take you to some of the best views on the Island. Franey Mountain, Warren Lake, Fresh Water Lake Trail, Middle Head Trail and Cape Smokey Provincial Park are all great trails that vary in difficulty so there’s a hike for everyone. If you’re not a hiker, don’t worry! With great beaches like Black Brook Beach, Ingonish Beach and Warren Lake you’ll never run out of places relax in the sand.
Cafés, Fine Dining and Bakeries
You name, Ingonish has it! Fine dining while over looking the ocean? Check! Cute and cozy cafés with unique foods and gifts? Check! How about bakeries with fresh baked bread and cookies? Check! There’s not much else you could ask for, but if you did we’d bet you could find it in Ingonish!
Cape Smokey
Cape Smokey has made a splash on village of Ingonish. This year round destination features Atlantic Canada’s first gondola, Nova Scotia’s highest ski hill and is home to great year round events. A Tree Walk platform is scheduled to be built at the top of the mountain and we can’t wait to see the amazing view. Stay tuned for news on this!
Home to the Keltic Lodge, Cape Breton Highlands National Park and Cape Breton Highlands Links
In case you’re wondering why Ingonish has so many great attractions and experiences it’s largely due to the Cape Breton Highlands National Park. This Park, created in 1936, is home to 26 hiking trails, the iconic Keltic Lodge and one of the best golf courses in Canada, the Cape Breton Highland Links. The presence of Parks Canada ensures the hiking trails are well maintained, the beaches are accessible (to all) and great programs to help enrich your experience while staying Ingonish.
