Hiking Hiking-landscapes Snowshoeing-trails
Outdoor Adventure
Hiking Time- 1 hourTrail Length - 2kmDifficulty - 3GPS Reference Coordinates: 46° 54' 24" N 60° 30' 52" WThe peak at the top of Tenerife Mountain delivers a magnificent view of the Aspy Valley. You will see the peak as you drive on the highway. Park where you are almost perpendicular to the peak. There are two houses between you and the peak. Go ask permission to the owners to take the trail that start at the…
Whalewatching
Outdoor Adventure
Dixons Zodiac Seafari is located in the tiny fishing village of Neil’s Harbour, just below the lighthouse. Join us and embark on a minimum two hour adventure in search of different whale species such as Fin, Pilot, Minke and Humpbacks and others. You will also encounter various seabirds, seals and, in August and September, the impressive Leatherback Turtle. Combine this with the rocky cliff shoreline of northern Cape Breton and it will be an unforgettable…
Canoeing Cycling
Outdoor Adventure
Your outdoor adventure specialists in Northern Cape Breton. Sea kayak tours and rentals, paddle boards, bicycle rentals, shuttles and guided tours. Guided coastal hikes to the best "locals know" destinations. With 20 years' experience in the industry we can help you discover the island from a completely different perspective. All of this adventure lies just north of the Cape Breton Highlands National Park.Paddle Board, sea kayak and bicycle rentals.Guided sea kayak tours daily $65Atlantic Fisheries…
Canoeing
Outdoor Adventure
Blue Bayou Resort has 23 domes and 7 tipis. Experience a private outdoor space in a billion star environment. For your comfort we have domes with private bathrooms, including bath towels and bedding. For a nomadic experience, we have Authentic painted Tipis with interior fire pits and 4 cots. Come to where the Mountains turn to sand, where John Cabot made a stand, in the Heart of the Highlands.Recommend you to bring your water shoes…
Whalewatching Wildlife
Outdoor Adventure
Nestled in the northeast corner of Cape Breton Island lies the quaint fishing village of Neil’s Harbour. Just two minutes off of the Cabot Trail, let the lighthouse guide you to Dixon's Zodiac Seafari. Prepare to have a smooth, exhilarating ride aboard the "733 Hurricane", the same type of vessel used by the Canadian Coast Guard. This is where your coastal, whale and marine life adventure will begin.You will embark on a 1 ½ hour…
Camping
Camping / RV Outdoor Adventure
Welcome to Blue Bayou Resort, Cape Breton Highlands newest and most exciting campground. Summer 2019 will be the inaugural year. Doors will open for the first time Friday May 31 with over 20 sites available at that time and all 30 sites will be available by June 27. Dome Glamping in Style at the Blue Bayou Resort. Don't just come and see the Highlands... Stay here and live it.Geodesic Domes with private bath, BBQ equipment, fire pit and…
Canoeing Cycling Guided-hike Hiking Scenic-tour Snowshoeing-trails
Outdoor Adventure
Cabot Trail Adventures is a year-round outfitter located at the northern tip of Cape Breton Island … the Top of the Island region.Cabot Trail Adventures offers guided and self-guided day tours and multi-day packages, with summer offerings featuring biking, kayaking, and hiking. Winter day tours and multi-day outdoor packages are available featuring guided cross-country snowshoe tours. All tours may be purchased as single activities or custom-combined with other activities into multi-day packages. Most popular…
Hiking Hiking-challenging Hiking-halfday Hiking-landscapes Snowshoeing-trails
Outdoor Adventure
Length: 3 km (1.9 mi) return Hiking Time: 2+hrType of Trail: natural surfaceUses (no snow): walkingUses (snow): snowshoeingFacilities: noneDog Use: off-leash permittedGov't Topo Map: 11K16 (Dingwall)Rating (1-5): 3Trailhead GPS Reference: N 46 57” 08.7’ W 60 27” 42.8’Access Information: Turn off the Cabot Trail at Cape North Village onto the Bay St. Lawrence Road. At 9.9 km (6.2 mi), you will pass the entrance to Cabot Landing Provincial Park. Continue another 1 km (.625 mi);…
Hiking Hiking-challenging Hiking-landscapes Snowshoeing-trails
Outdoor Adventure
Length: 13 km (8 mi) return Hiking time: 4+hrType of Trail: natural surface, compacted earthUses (no snow): walking, mountain biking (if you are really tough!), ATVsUses (snow): snowmobiling*, cross country skiing*, snowshoeingFacilities: noneDog Use: off-leash permittedGov't Topo Map: 11N01 (Cape North)Rating (1-5): 5 [steep climb, remote location]Trailhead GPS Reference: N 47 00” 46.5’ W 60 26” 24.7’Access Information: Turn off the Cabot Trail at Cape North Village onto the Bay St. Lawrence Road. At 15.5…
Skiing Skiing-rentals Skiing-xcountry Snowshoeing Snowshoeing-rental Snowshoeing-trails Winter
Outdoor Adventure
North Highlands Nordic, situated on the Cabot Trail near the northern tip of Cape Breton, is a premier winter destination for cross country ski and snow shoe enthusiasts. A network of approximately 12 kms of trails is mechanically groomed on a regular basis with a Pisten Bulley grooming machine for both classic and skate skiing. There are trails for all levels of ability. North highlands Nordic operates out of a staffed, heated room in the…
Local-food Restaurant Seafood
Culinary
Directly across from the Meat Cove Campground is the Meat Cove Oceanside Chowder Hut. After an eventful day of activities in Meat Cove, you may want to take a break from cooking. Why not stop over at the Oceanside Chowder Hut and let us cook for you?! At our Chowder Hut, we have become known for our outstanding homemade chowder, served with a homemade roll. Also extremely popular on our menu are our delicious crab…
Hiking Hiking-backpacking Hiking-challenging Hiking-landscapes Snowshoeing Snowshoeing-trails Winter
Outdoor Adventure
Length: 16 km (10 mi) returnHiking Time: 5+hrType of Trail: natural surface, compacted earthUses (no snow): walking, biking, horseback riding, ATVsUses (snow): cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, snowshoeingFacilities: camping, tables, water, outhouses (at trailhead only)Dog Use: off-leash permittedGov't Topo Map: 11N02 (Cape St. Lawrence)Rating (1-5): 4 [distance, elevation change]Trailhead GPS: N 47° 01” 35.2’ W 60° 33” 33.3’Access Information: Turn off the Cabot Trail at Cape North Village onto the Bay St. Lawrence Road. At 15.5 km…
Restaurant
Culinary
Our talented chefs have revitalized The Markland Restaurant and have made a point of celebrating local cuisine with wild halibut, lobster, snow crab, seafood chowder, scallops and oysters along with choice beef, chicken and pasta. Our restaurant offers a continental breakfast and dinner in a warm environment that welcomes families. Please see the many positive reviews received by our restaurant last season. Our wines are selected from an outstanding sommelier in Halifax and we are…
Restaurant
Culinary
Located on the beautiful Bay St. Lawrence, Bay Café is the place to be for delicious home-cooked meals and baked goods. Taste a slice of home made pie, or our delicious strawberry shortcake. We also carry a feature of the day, which your friendly server will be happy to tell you on your visit.
Hiking Hiking-challenging Hiking-halfday Hiking-landscapes Snowshoeing Snowshoeing-trails Winter
Outdoor Adventure
This challenging 90 minute trail is rich with spectacular views, from the ocean to the unique and beautifully rugged landscape of Meat Cove.Elevation 233Length 3.5km Return
Canoeing
Outdoor Adventure
Kayaking in Meat Cove is like no other. Strap in the Kayak and let the rugged Atlantic coast of Meat Cove show you what it has to offer. You will see some of the most amazing views that the Island has. When kayaking in Meat Cove it can almost be guaranteed you will see all sorts of wildlife. You will see the majestic minke whales, pilot whales, the curious seals that will surface to watch…
Restaurant
Culinary
When locals and visitors alike flock to your restaurant for the freshest seafood around, you know you've got a good thing going on. The Chowder House, a hidden gem on the Cabot Trail, fi ts that bill perfectly. The breathtaking ocean views and spectacular natural beauty are only out-done by the brilliantly fresh lobster, steamy bowls of seafood chowder, the sweetest crab around and succulent, plump mussels. All served up with pride and in a…
Scenic-tour
Outdoor Adventure
Treetop ziplining, stand-up paddle boarding and a rock climbing wall are all designed to thrill and invigorate. Throw in some experiential dining and you'll see why Mountain Pine Adventures is known for offering unique perspectives and unparalleled experiences. For those looking to explore Cape Breton and truly connect with her deep roots and laid-back charm visit Mountain Pine Adventures. Also, join us on a new experience - a bushcraft tour with outdoor enthusiast Chuck Wrathall.…
Canoeing Guided-hike
Outdoor Adventure
Your outdoor adventure specialists in Northern Cape Breton. Sea kayak tours and rentals, paddle boards, bicycle rentals, shuttles and guided tours. Guided coastal hikes to the best “locals know” destinations. With 20 years’ experience in the industry we can help you discover the island from a completely different perspective. All of this adventure lies just north of the Cape Breton Highlands National Park.Guided sea kayak tours daily $65Atlantic Fisheries Cycling Tour daily $75Guided hikes dailyPaddle…
Gift-shop Studio
Artisans & Craft
Arts North, located near the northern tip of Cape Breton’s Cabot Trail, is an artisan’s consignment gallery retailing only high quality arts and crafts produced exclusively on Cape Breton Island.Designed, constructed and managed by professional artisans, Arts North has, since its founding in 1978, adhered to its “Cape Breton only” philosophy, maintaining only two overriding criteria for inclusion in its retail display. Work exhibited and retailed through Arts North must:• Be produced on Cape Breton…
Beach Hiking Hiking-halfday Hiking-landscapes Historic-site Parks Snowshoeing Snowshoeing-trails
Culture & Heritage Outdoor Adventure
Cabots Landing Provincial Park is a picnic and beach park (North Harbour Beach) on the shore of Aspy Bay, 10 km (6 mi) north of the Cabot Trail on Cape Breton Island. Picnic tables are situated in the park’s open fields. Enjoy hiking and beachcombing along the sandy beach. The Park also features a National Historic Site cairn commemorating the landfall of John Cabot. Cabots Landing was formerly a launching site for Mi’kmaq to paddle to…
Whalewatching Wildlife
Outdoor Adventure
Bay St. Lawrence wharf. Daily tours (1- to 2-hr) on 7.5-m (24-ft) Zodiac. Hydrophone to hear whales. Experienced marine biology guide. Photo identification of returning pods. Seal rookery, seabirds, dolphins, moose, bear; shipwrecks, seacaves, waterfalls, spectacular geological formations. Reservations recommended.
Canoeing
Outdoor Adventure
Go sea kayaking in the Cape Breton Highlands just off of the world famous Cabot Trail. Located on Shore Road in South Harbour, we offer guided sea kayaking tours, as well as hourly rentals. Custom packages, including biking, guided hiking and whale watching are available.Our popular half-day tours leave most days at 10 am and 2 pm. Our tours will take you through oyster aquaculture and a saltmarsh to a barrier beach where, if conditions…
Genaeology Industrial-heritage Interpretive-centre Learning Musuem
Culture & Heritage
Interpretive exhibits illustrating lifestyle experienced by early settlers of northern Cape Breton. Exhibits include gypsum quarry, stores, church histories, shipwrecks, furnishings, school and transportation, forge, settlers’ garden. Extensive genealogy centre and archives, visitor information centre, c@p site. Weekly concerts and events.
Scenic-tour Whalewatching Wildlife
Outdoor Adventure
Watch whales, eagles, seals and seabirds at the Top of Cape Breton Island with the Fraser family. Locally owned and operated, Oshan Whale Watch offers guided tours with a coast guard trained crew. Our boat, the Oshan, is a 42-foot, hydrophone-equipped, Northumberland Strait-style vessel: ideal for the cliff side coastline of the Top of the Island region.Tours depart daily at 10:30am, 1:30pm and 4:30pm. Whale sightings guaranteed: 100% customer satisfaction or your money back!
Community-market Culinary-event Fine-crafts Local-food
Artisans & Craft Culinary
Our region – the northeast Highlands of Cape Breton Island – is a mountainous, rocky one, with harsh weather and many, if small, pockets of arable land. One of the primary goals of the Cape North Farmers Market is to bring about a resurgence in growing, selling and eating local food. The fresh produce, fish, maple syrup, honey, preserves and baked goods at the market may be limited in quantity but they are unsurpassed in…
