Skip to main content

Whycocomagh Provincial Park


9780 Highway 105

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

Trip Advisor Rating Based on 40 Reviews

Overview

Whycocomagh Provincial Park occupies a dramatic hillside overlooking the Skye River Valley and the Bras d’Or Lakes. This is a quiet scenic setting for camping and hiking, or as a base from which to take in the area’s many attractions. Fall colours make the park a “must-visit” location in October. 

A series of hiking trails (4.9 km/3 mi total)  lead to four Salt Mountain look-offs offering excellent views of the Bras d’Or Lakes. From the park, eagles may be seen soaring above the lake or perched in trees along its shores. 

Whycocomagh is Nova Scotia’s first provincial park to offer yurt camping. Yurts are outfitted with beds, solar lighting, outdoor decks and propane barbecues.

Nearby: 

Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site (Baddeck) and the Highland Village Museum (Iona).

Campground accommodations include: 

37 open/partially wooded overnight sites (27 unserviced; 10 with water and electrical services). Three yurts available.

Park amenities include: 

flush toilets, showers, disposal station, playground, lake access, boat launch, fire grills, dishwashing station, laundry station, cooking shelters, multi-purpose building, wood, and ice. Wheelchair accessible washrooms and showers onsite.

Self-registration. Wireless Internet access is available at the administration building and surrounding area only.  Leashed pets permitted.

Detailed Information

Outdoor activities: Fishing, Hiking, Kayaking

Directions: Hwy 105, 0.4 km (0.2 mi) east of Whycocomagh.

Nearby Things To Do

Eileanan Brèagha Vineyards

Regions: Bras d’Or Lake, Canada’s Musical Coast

Community: Whycocomagh & Area

Overlooking the Bras d’Or Lake, Eileanan Brèagha (pronouced AY-len-an BREE-ah) is Cape Breton’s first and only estate winery. Scottish ...


45.8079 -61.0622

Wagmatcook Culture & Heritage Centre

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

Trip Advisor Rating 7 Reviews

Regions: Bras d’Or Lake, Canada’s Musical Coast

Community: Whycocomagh & Area

The Wagmatcook Culture and Heritage Centre provides visitors with an innovative view of Mi’kmaw culture, history and heritage. Schedul...


46.0726 -60.912

Cape Breton Fried Chicken

Regions: Bras d’Or Lake, Cabot Trail

Community: Baddeck & Area

Crispy Fried Chicken ( Regular / Spicy), Zinger Burgers with homemade sauce, Homemade Grilled Chicken Burgers, Fish & Chips, Chicken Bir...


46.0796 -60.8337

River Denys Mountain

Regions: Bras d’Or Lake, Canada’s Musical Coast

Community: Whycocomagh & Area

Length: 9 km (5.6 mi) return Hiking Time: 2+hrs Type of Trail: compacted earth Uses (no snow): walking, biking, horseback riding, ATVs Uses ...


45.86618 -61.31610

Brook Village Grocery

Region: Canada’s Musical Coast

Community: Mabou

A rural general store with a long history and old-fashioned charm, BVG carries a little bit of everything, with a focus on locally made prod...


46.05159 -61.29987

CleanWave Restaurant

Regions: Bras d’Or Lake, Canada’s Musical Coast

Community: Whycocomagh & Area

About CleanWave Restaurant: Satisfy your appetite for culture and good food at the Wagmatcook Culture & Heritage Centre! Recently renova...


46.072217 -60.911436

Locals Know Blogs