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MacIntosh Brook Campground


24150 Cabot Trail

902-224-2306

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Overview

Located in Cape Breton Highlands National Park, MacIntosh Brook Campground is nestled in the Grande Anse Valley, a hardwood valley between North and MacKenzie Mountains, 5 km from Pleasant Bay. 

A wide open, grassy area with 10 unserviced sites alongside MacIntosh Brook. This is a beautiful campground to enjoy breathtaking fall scenery. Charge up at our electric vehicle (EV) charging stations before continuing on your journey. GPS Location: N46 48.753 W60 46.063

Campground Services:

  • Washrooms with flush toilets
  • Large kitchen shelter with wood stoves
  • Boil water before drinking
  • An emergency call box is available as cell service is unreliable in this area

Pay by self-registration or at Parks Canada Visitor Centres

  

There are several walking and hiking trails nearby:  

  • MacIntosh Brook – for a walk in old-growth forest along the river to a waterfall. Interpretive panels share Mi’kmaw culture.
  • Lone Shieling – to see a replica of a Scottish crofters hut
  • Fishing Cove – Hike from the top of the mountain down to a small ocean cove, where a Scottish fishing community once existed on the rugged coast. One of the most challenging trails in the park!

Park is open year-round but full visitor services are only available from mid-May until mid-October. 

#KeepitWild


Please be responsible and join with us in caring for our environment. Take your garbage with you, keep wildlife at a safe distance, and stay on designated trails to protect fragile plant life. 

Nature, other visitors, and future generations will be thankful for your stewardship.

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