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.
Explore Featured Partners Across Cape Breton Island
An intimate and personalized experience, led by knowledgeable local guides who will take you to "off the beaten path" locations you won't find in the guidebooks.
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Capt. Mark’s is Pleasant Bay’s most experienced whale watching company. Operating for 30 years, Capt. Mark takes you along Cape Breton’s coastlines in search of Pilot, Minke, Finback and Humpbacks.
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Experience stunning ocean views, sunsets and tranquility at our cozy cottages. Enjoy private access to a gorgeous, sandy beach, views of Port Hood Island, and opportunities for bird watching.
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Unama’ki Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design in Sydney offers artisan works, exhibitions, & workshops. Use the Artisan Trail Map for a cultural journey. Also visit Customs House in Port Hawkesbury.
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Surrounded by my sculpture garden, enjoy sunsets & ocean views from your hot tub or deck in this unique creative space. Stay includes a private artist led tour of the sculpture garden and gallery.
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Experience Cape Breton Highlands at dusk! Hike the Skyline Sunset, marvel at Stars on Mica Hill, enjoy a Lantern Walk at Freshwater Lake, and explore Seeing in the Dark at Warren Lake.
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