Canal Landing
Regions: Cape Breton’s South Coast, Bras d’Or Lake
Community: St Peter’s & Area
Visit us in Southeast Cape Breton, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Bras d’Or Lake, an inland sea and UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. L...
Irish Cove Provincial Park
16165 Highway 4
Overview
Irish Cove is a small roadside picnic park on a hill overlooking Bras d’Or Lake on Cape Breton Island (Route 4, 32 km / 20 mi northeast of St Peter’s). Some tables are sheltered. Other park activities include bird watching and observing the area’s wildlife.
Nearby Things To Do
Grand River Falls
Region: Bras d’Or Lake
Community: Ben Eoin & East Bay Area
Waterfall Season Select! Grand River Falls Height: 11 m Distance (one way): 1.3 m Difficulty: Easy Elevation: 50 m Hiking Time: 30 minutes C...
Darby's Old Church Kitchen
Region: Bras d’Or Lake
Community: Baddeck & Area
Darby’s Old Church Kitchen is just that – a former church and community centre converted into an open kitchen, serving up good o...
Inverness Co-op
Region: Canada’s Musical Coast
Community: Inverness
Foodland and Co-op have been dedicated to providing groceries, choice meats, farm-fresh produce, home-style baked goods and deli meats, and ...
Wallace MacAskill Museum
Regions: Bras d’Or Lake, Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: St Peter’s & Area
Birthplace of famed marine photographer Wallace R. MacAskill. Wooden building (c 1880) with turn-of-the-century furnishings, over 100 MacAsk...
St. Peter's Marina
Regions: Bras d’Or Lake, Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: St Peter’s & Area
400 m/yd west of St Peter’s Canal at entrance to Bras d’Or Lakes. Services include docking, moorings, service dock with gas and dies...
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Fortress of Louisbourg
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Hiking
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Sydney Area and Marconi Trail
In June, Cape Breton Island welcomed Ren Navarro, a well-known advocate for diversity in the brewing industry and a passionate explorer. Ren’s visit to our stunning Island was a blend of historical adventures, local brews and breathtaking natural bea
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Bras d'Or Lake
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Cabot Trail
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Canada's Musical Coast
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Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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Cape Breton's South Coast
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Fortress of Louisbourg
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Hiking
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Living Culture
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Louisbourg and area
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Music & the Arts
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Outdoor Adventure
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Sydney Area and Marconi Trail
Cape Breton Island is not only a place of stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage but also a welcoming destination for the LGBTQIA2S+ community.
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Bras d'Or Lake
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Cabot Trail
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Canada's Musical Coast
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Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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Coastal Adventure
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Outdoor Adventure
Embark on a coastal adventure to Cape Breton Island and discover a world where coastal beauty meets serene seascapes.
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Bras d'Or Lake
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Cabot Trail
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Canada's Musical Coast
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Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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Outdoor Adventure
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Spring
Not interested in camping? Why not try glamping? Stay in a Mongolian Yurt or a luxury geometric dome, sleep out in the stars or watch the ocean from your cliffside accommodation.
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Bras d'Or Lake
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Cabot Trail
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Canada's Musical Coast
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Festival & Events
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Living Culture
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Sydney Area and Marconi Trail
Looking to learn more about your family roots? Check out 10 of our cultural experiences that are available to you this summer!
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Bras d'Or Lake
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Cabot Trail
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Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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Hiking
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Outdoor Adventure
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Spring
There are so many hiking trails with phenomenal views in Cape Breton that it’s difficult to narrow it down to 5.
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Cabot Trail
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Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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Hiking
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Outdoor Adventure
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Spring
Looking to visit some super epic waterfalls this summer as part of your escape to Cape Breton? Well we’ve got just the five for you to explore.
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Bras d'Or Lake
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Cabot Trail
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Canada's Musical Coast
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Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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Cape Breton's South Coast
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Hiking
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Louisbourg and area
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Outdoor Adventure
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Sydney Area and Marconi Trail
While chasing waterfalls is good for the body, mind and spirit there are a few things you should remember before hitting the trails to ensure you have a great time and make it back home safely!
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Bras d'Or Lake
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Cabot Trail
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Canada's Musical Coast
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Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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Cape Breton's South Coast
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Hiking
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Louisbourg and area
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Outdoor Adventure
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