Cape Breton Highlands National Park
Nestled along the famous Cabot Trail, the Cape Breton Highlands offers an experience like no other. Here you can become one with nature by walking next to amazing forest creatures, camping next to indescribable views and hiking various trails.

Things to do in Cape Breton Highlands National Park
TNT Outdoor Adventures Inc.
Explore Cape Breton’s extensive trail network with TNT Outdoor Adventures. Discover breathtaking look-offs, beautiful waterfalls, and unique…
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Featuring 400-year-old sugar maple trees, the Grande Anse Valley is one of the largest old-growth hardwood forests in the Maritimes. As one of the…
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In keeping with Parks Canada’s mandate to protect the natural environment, a boardwalk keeps your feet dry as you walk while preventing you from…
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Note: Infrastructure improvements in the park may cause delays or reduce services while we complete this important work. We appreciate your…
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Connect with nature and local history with a visit to La Bloc Beach. Explore the pebbly shoreline, take a dip in the warm gulf waters, or savour a…
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One of Cape Breton Island’s most enchanting places, where the mountains meet the sea. Discover 950 square kilometres of rugged wilderness, travel along the world-famous Cabot Trail and marvel at lush, forested river canyons carved into an ancient plateau.
Park Canada oTENTiks
Parks Canada’s got you covered with oTENTiks in three beautiful campgrounds: Chéticamp, Ingonish Beach and Broad Cove. Imagine opening up your front door to the wonders of Cape Breton Highlands National Park. You’ll enjoy all the excitement of camping outdoors, but this time with a soft bed and a cozy roof over your head.
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Take an immersive virtual mine tour through the last century of coal mining in Cape Breton. Then journey into the depths of the Ocean Deeps Colliery, a coal mine
located beneath the Museum building.
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Embrace the opportunity to have a historical and artistic experience by staying for a night at the vintage Royal Hotel established since 1895.
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Take a break and relax on the world-famous Margaree River. Let the currents carry you downstream as you dip your toes in the river.
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Discover Downtown Sydney’s self-guided walking tour of locally curated art and cultural installations!
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Join our Musical Walking Tour to explore Cape Breton's culture, music, and history. End with a live performance in our main room. Discover hidden gems and enjoy talented musicians!
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Visit Cape Breton Highland National Park’s newest walk-in campground, Mkwesaqtuk/Cap-Rouge. This cliff-side retreat is the perfect spot to launch your adventure, where the mountains meet the sea.
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