Trail, Water Route or Organization Name Located In Description (Brief)
Mira River Provincial ParkAlbert Bridge Mira River Provincial Park offers a picturesque water-side setting for a wide range of outdoor opportunities including walking, boating, canoeing, water skiing, fishing, and swimming. The park is clo ...
Development Isle Madame AssociationArichat Beautiful Isle Madame (population 4300) can be found on the most southeastern tip of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada. Geographically it is located near the Strait of Canso, Cape Breton’s gatew ...
Municipality of the County of RichmondArichat Richmond County is the gateway to the Bras d’Or Lakes. Here you can experience the Atlantic Ocean coastline on sandy beaches or on the water in a kayak or sailboat. Journey through St. Peter’s Canal o ...
Pondville Beach Provincial ParkArichat Pondville Beach Provincial Park, a picnic park on Cape Breton Island 2 km (1.5 mi) off Route 320 through Pondville, has a 1-km (0.5-mi) sandy beach (unsupervised), backed by gentle dunes, a large lago ...
Baddeck and Area ATV ClubBaddeck We are a club of community minded members who establish and maintain legal trails for ATV, hikers, skiers, and outdoor enthusiasts. We are more than just trail makers. We enjoy the social aspect of co ...
Cape Breton Guided Walks, Cape Breton Island Walking ToursBaddeck Welcome! I’m Minga O’Brien. I am a biologist and forest technician who loves sharing my passion for the natural world with others. I have been an outdoors enthusiast all my life, and have always had a ...
Crowdis Mountain Snowmobile ClubBaddeck  
Rocking Horse RanchBaddeck Nestled in the foothills of the Cape Breton Highlands is a small horse ranch with a big heart. If you're looking for things to do on your next vacation to Cape Breton, look no further. For a peaceful, ...
Barrachois Provincial ParkBarrachois The Barrachois Provincial Park is located in Barrachois on Cape Breton Island (located 12 km (8 mi) south of Highway 125). Formerly a farm, this picnic park is situated on a knoll under a canopy of tr ...
Ben Eoin MarinaBen Eoin Ben Eoin Yacht Club has 75 berths (68 slips and 7 visitors berths), making it the largest marina on the Bras d’Or Lakes. The new Ben Eoin Yacht Club & Marina is located on the south shore of the East ...
Ben Eoin Provincial ParkBen Eoin Ben Eoin Provincial Park is a small secluded park on an old farm against hardwood-covered hills in the Bras d’Or Lake region on Cape Breton Island (5549 Highway 4). Picnic tables can be found at the ...
Bald Mountain TrailBig Baddeck 7km Return, Difficulty level 3C
Coxheath Hills Wilderness Recreation AssociationBlacketts Lake The Coxheath Hills Wilderness Recreation Association was founded on the premise of improving the physical fitness of our community and enhancing our understanding of nature from season to season thro ...
Dalem Lake Provincial ParkBoularderie Dalem Lake Provincial Park is on Cape Breton Island (3 km / 2 mi east of Boularderie East, 4 km/2.5 mi north off Highway 105 at St James Road). Dalem Lake is a popular park on a small lake with hardwo ...
Canadian Tire JumpstartCape Breton Mission * To enrich the lives of kids in need through sports and physical activity. Canadian Tire Jumpstart is a nationally registered charity dedicated to removing financial barriers so kids across ...
Marconi TrailblazersCape Breton Regional Municipality Opportunities for youth include organized rides and helping build and maintain trails. Can also direct youth to safety courses.
North Highlands Nordic Ski ClubCape North The North Highlands Nordic Ski Club was founded in 1977 by a small group of enthusiastic cross country skiers who shared a love of winter and of the splendid scenery in the Northeast Highlands Area of ...
Acadian TrailCheticamp Significant Features: Ocean and mountain scenery Length: 8.4 km (5.2 mi) loop Hiking Time: 3 - 4 hours Elevation: 20 - 365 m (65 - 1200 ft.) Climb 365 metres above the Chéticamp River for panoramic v ...
Conseil Economique de CheticampCheticamp Le CÉC représente, facilite, accroît, concerte et assure la promotion du commerce et du développement économique de la région acadienne de Chéticamp avec la participation active des entrepreneurs, com ...
Doyle Rd Multi-Purpose TrailD'Escousse 3.5 km trail connecting the village of D’Escousse to Rocky Bay. The gravel road winds through woodlands crossing small streams and is lined with ponds teaming with tadpoles. Blueberries, blackberries ...
Dominion Beach Provincial Park and BoardwalkDominion Dominion Beach Provincial Park is located in Dominion (from Sydney, Highway 4 left, north of Gardener Road. 5 km /3 mi, right 8 km / 5 mi east along Highway 28) on Cape Breton Island. The Park, which ...
Cape George TrailDundee  
Eskasoni Sports & RecreationEskasoni  
Goat Island Walking TrailEskasoni Explore Eskasoni Destination Goat Island is part of Eskasoni First Nation and has a partnership with Eskasoni Cultural Journeys. The Island includes a groomed walking trail, picnic areas and various c ...
Stations of the CrossEskasoni This is a community owned trail and everyone is welcome to use it. It is a steep climb which follows the Stations of the Cross to a large cross at the top. Elders and community members make this climb ...
Uisge Bàn Falls Provincial ParkForks Baddeck Uisge Bàn Falls Provincial Park is a 1.5 hour round trip hike to a spectacular waterfall on Cape Breton Island, 14.5 km (9 mi) north of Baddeck (Highway 105, Exit 9). A 1.5-km (1-mi) trail leads to th ...
Fox Cove/Capelin Cove TrailFramboise Another great coastal hike on the south shore of Cape Breton Island. The highlights of this hike are two coves, one small with cobble and the other quite large with a beautiful sandy beach. Setting of ...
Benjie's Lake TrailFrench Mountain On the plateau at the top of the mountain, this trail crosses wet barrens and evergreen forests typical of the highlands, ending at a small lake. Boardwalks in some sections keep you dry and protect ...
Skyline TrailFrench Mountain A dramatic headland cliff overlooks the rugged coast from the end of this level trail. You can enjoy an eagle's view of the Cabot Trail as it winds its way down the mountain and vehicles look like toy ...
Ski TuonelaGoose Cove Ski Tuonela is the Maritimes only serviced Telemark ski area. The Ski Village is a 4 km. ski-in from the Cabot Trail. Ski Tuonela offers awesome backcountry / outback skiing with a gladed Telemark hil ...
Groves Point Provincial ParkGroves Point Groves Point Provincial Park is a popular site with a pebble beach and warm salt water situated in Bras d’Or (5 km / 3 mi south of Highway 105, before crossing St Andrew’s Channel) on Cape Breton Isl ...
Cabot Shores Wilderness ResortIndian Brook Adventures We have waterfalls, rivers and seashores to be explored. Moose, eagles and birds of all shapes and colours to be discovered. Our yolo boards, kayaks, canoes are waiting for you. Want a gui ...
Branch Pond Look-off TrailIngonish The trail explores Acadian, Boreal and Taiga land regions and leads to a look-off offering an impressive view of the Atlantic coast and the park interior plateau, with Cape Smokey and Cape North appea ...
Cape Breton Highlands National ParkIngonish One of Canada’s most enchanting places, where the mountains meet the sea. As you hug the world-famous Cabot Trail coastline you'll wind through Cape Breton Highlands National Park, where lush, foreste ...
Glasgow Lakes Look-offIngonish From Paquette Lake, follow an old fire access trail across windswept barrens, over hills and through stands of softwood trees. Then follow a short side trail to the top of Glasgow Lakes Hill where you ...
Warren Lake TrailIngonish For a relaxing walk or an early morning jog, this level trail is hard to beat. The trail hugs the shoreline of the park's largest lake and is alive with wildlife. A wide variety of birds flit through ...
Aspy TrailIngonish Beach This trail meanders along the Aspy fault, through an Acadian and mixed forest. As nature reclaims land once used for farming and logging, a regenerated forest begins to blend in with the old growth. T ...
Broad Cove Mountain TrailIngonish Beach This switchback trail leads through a dense forest of softwood to the top of Broad Cove Mountain for exceptional views of the rocky Atlantic coast, with Middle Head and Cape Smokey in the distance. Yo ...
Cape Smokey Provincial ParkIngonish Beach Cape Smokey Provincial Park is on top of Smokey Mountain along the Cabot Trail on Cape Breton Island where you will find picnic tables and look-off views. Cape Smokey is a popular rest stop for visito ...
Clyburn Valley TrailIngonish Beach Hikers will marvel at the spectacular stands of hardwood trees, boulders bigger than cars, old abandoned beaver ponds, meadows, apple trees and even the remains of an old gold mine. This trail follows ...
Franey TrailIngonish Beach You climb up and up and your reward is at the top! Large flat rocks give you a nice place to sit and enjoy the 360-degree views of the entire Clyburn Brook canyon and the Atlantic coastline from Cape ...
Freshwater Lake TrailIngonish Beach Starting next to the ocean, this short, level trail follows the shoreline of a small lake that was once an ocean bay. A side trail (1.6 km return) follows the cobble barrier beach which separates the ...
Green Cove TrailIngonish Beach This mere "leg stretcher" is quite fascinating. From this rocky granite headland jutting out into the sea, you can watch the ocean crash against the rocks or catch a glimpse of whales offshore as fish ...
Jack Pine TrailIngonish Beach This scenic trail overlooks the Atlantic coastline and winds through a post-fire jack pine stand. This pocket of jack pine is significant because it is separated from the rest of its range by 200 km. ...
Le Buttereau TrailIngonish Beach The self-guiding trail explores mixed Acadian forest, old fields and foundation ruins on a “buttereau” (small hill) overlooking the Chéticamp River and Gulf of St. Lawrence. Wildflowers, trees and shr ...
Lone Shieling TrailIngonish Beach Dominated by 350 year old sugar maple trees, the Grande Anse Valley is one of the largest old growth hardwood forests in the Maritimes. One of the most protected areas of the park, access is restricte ...
Middle Head Hiking TrailIngonish Beach Located in Cape Breton Highlands National Park, this trail is well kept and fairly easy hiking. The trailhead is located just beyond the Keltic Lodge. The hike follows a peninsula that juts out into t ...
Inverness Capers Snowmobile ClubInverness The Inverness Capers are a 30 member snowmobile group with a trail system of approx 120kms. With their scenic trails of the Highlands, woodland, open fields and old railway beds your sure to get a tas ...
Inverness Shean Trail AssociationInverness The Inverness Shean Trail Association is part of 5 volunteer associations that maintain different sections of the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail. The Inverness Shean Trail runs 16kms from Blackstone to I ...
Celtic Shores Coastal TrailInverness County The Celtic Shores Coastal Trail is a 92-km (57 mi) multi-use trail stretching from Port Hastings to the Town of Inverness on the west coast of the spectacular Cape Breton Island, that combines outdoor ...
Judique Flyer Trail Association, TheInverness County The Judique Flyer Trail Association is part of 5 volunteer associations that maintain different sections of the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail. The Judique Flyer Trail runs 19kms from Chisholm's Brook in ...
Lake Ainslie Trail CommitteeInverness County  
Baxters CoveJudique  
Beauvais Lake TrailL'Ardoise For detailed information on these lovely waterfall please check out the website above.
Lennox Passage Provincial ParkLennox Passage Lennox Passage Provincial Park located on the North Shore of Isle Madame on Cape Breton Island (5 km / 3 mi east of the junction of Routes 320 and 206) offers a picnic area with tables scattered thro ...
Louisbourg Lighthouse Trail, Coastal Connections Trail AssociationLouisbourg Coastal Connections Trail Association was formed to build coastal trails that could be enjoyed by everyone, experience nature at its best, relax, and to promote a healthy life style. Information abou ...
Louisbourg Old Town TrailLouisbourg Located on Route 22 just past the Royal Battery Trail, this 2.25 kilometre (1.4 mile) walk along the shore of Louisbourg Harbour takes visitors through what is known locally as Old Town, telling its s ...
Dundee Provincial ParkLouisdale Our beautiful sandy beach is located 4 km (2.5 mi) west of Dundee Golf Course. We have a boat launch available to the public and a great place for canoeing and kayaking.
Cape Mabou Highlands Hiking Trails, Cape Mabou Trails ClubMabou Mines There are 3 trailheads: Mabou Mines - most accessible and popular Sight Point - not always accessible Cape Mabou - near the windmill Trails are open year round but hiking should be restricted to May-N ...
North Mountain Cultural & Recreation AssociationMarble Mountain  
Margaree HarbourMargaree  
Margaree Highlands Snowmobile ClubMargaree  
Ski MargareeMargaree Ski Margaree Valley has more than 30 km of trails for cross-country skiing in three areas: Badlands (21 km), North Face (14 km), and MacKenzie Bowl (7 km). It is not known if any of the trails are gro ...
Two Rivers Wildlife ParkMarion Bridge Two Rivers Wildlife Park offers a unique experience to everyone from the avid nature lover to the casual observer. Within its five hundred plus acre grounds live over 50 species of native and non-nat ...
Lowland CoveMeat Cove This trail connects to the Cape St. Lawrence Lighthouse. After you walk the shoreline you go back into the woods and you come out back home at the Meat Cove Campground. ...
Access to Greenlinks Trail/Rotary ParkMembertou On hand to plant a red oak tree at the opening ceremony were Mayor Cecil Clarke, Chief Terry Paul, Membertou Band Councillor David Marshall, and CBRM Councillor Eldon MacDonald. The trail system is 3 ...
Coastal TrailNeils Harbour This scenic trail hugs the ocean, briefly joining the Jack Pine Trail then continuing along granite headlands, coastal meadows and cobblestone beaches. The trail connects with Jigging Cove Trail. Trai ...
Jigging Cove TrailNeils Harbour Birders and other nature lovers simply enjoy the varied wildlife on this short relaxing trail, following the shoreline of a small man-made lake before connecting with Coastal Trail. The trail name com ...
Lake O’Law Provincial ParkNorth East Margaree Lake O’Law Provincial Park is an inland park on the shore of Lake O’Law on the Cabot Trail (24 km / 15 mi north of Highway 105) on Cape Breton Island. It's the only provincial park in Inverness County ...
North River Provincial Park and FallsNorth River Bridge Nova Scotia has a wealth of provincial parks. Some are small picnic areas, and others are large parks with a variety of facilities. North River Provincial Park is situated 3.5 km (2 mi) off the Cabot ...
Bog TrailPleasant Bay Length: 0.5 km (0.3 mi) loop Elevation : 410 m (1,345 ft) Significant Features : Boreal and taiga forest, highland bog In keeping with Parks Canada's mandate to protect the natural environment, a boa ...
Corney Brook TrailPleasant Bay Length: 6.5 km (4 mi) return Elevation: 30 - 170 m (100 - 560 ft) Significant Features: Acadian forest river canyon, waterfall Follow a meandering brook through a hardwood forest to a small waterfall ...
Fishing Cove TrailPleasant Bay Significant Feature: Acadian forest, ocean cove and headlands Length: 12 km (7.5 mi) return (also a 5.7 km (3.6 mi) alternate route) Elevation: 0 - 355 m (0 - 1165 ft.) Activites: Birding & wildlife, ...
Le Chemin du ButtereauPleasant Bay Retrace the steps of the Acadian pioneers who travelled this cart path from Le Buttereau, a small settlement of seven families, to Chéticamp. The open fields and bits of foundations are visible remind ...
Le Vieux Chemin du Cap-Rouge TrailPleasant Bay Follow the route of the old Cabot Trail from Trout Brook as it gently climbs to a ridge midway up Jerome Mountain, offering views of the Atlantic along the entire length of this trail. Traces of Acadi ...
MacIntosh Brook TrailPleasant Bay Imagine a nice, easy, fairly level stroll along a babbling brook and through a mature hardwood forest with a scenic waterfall at the end. Add to that the songs of forest birds and you have this relaxi ...
Salmon Pools TrailPleasant Bay Ideal for a fitness walk or a stroll, this level trail follows the bottom of the Chéticamp River canyon with cliffs almost 400 metres (1,300 ft) high towering above. The First Pool is about 3.6 km up ...
Point Michaud Beach Provincial ParkPoint Michaud Point Michaud Beach Provincial Park on Cape Breton Island (1 km / 0.5 mi east of Point Michaud, 3796 Hwy 247) is an exceptional 3-km / 2-mi sandy beach (supervised in July and August), backed by marra ...
Inverness County Department of Recreation and Community WellnessPort Hood Sport and fitness, music and dance, computer and the internet, food preparation and gardening are just a few of the courses offered through the Inverness County Department of Recreation and Community ...
Port Hood Station Provincial ParkPort Hood A day-use park with a cobble beach and adjacent to white sand beach. Carry-in boating, birding. Picnic tables, boardwalk, trail, change house and flush toilets. Located near Port Hood Station.
Chestico Trail AssociationPort Hood Station The Chestico Trail Association is part of 5 volunteer associations that maintain different sections of the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail. The Chestico Trail runs 17kms from Little Judique Harbour to Zup ...
Coastal ATV RidersRichmond County  
Isle Madame ATV Riders & TrailsRichmond County The Isle Madame ATV Riders is a non-profit Volunteer group that has interests in developing; operating and maintaining the multi-trail system in and around Isle Madame ...
Cape Clear Snowmobile ClubRiver Denys Trail Highlights: The Cape Clear Clubhouse is located 2 miles from the Trans-Canada Highway on River Denys Mountain. 320 Km (200 mi) of groomed trails leading to Ports Hastings, Inverness and Whycoco ...
Ross Ferry Marine ParkRoss Ferry Ross Ferry Provincial Park, located along the Bras d’Or Lakes scenic drive on Cape Breton Island, is a community-managed small day use area with a boat launch providing access to the Bras d’Or Lakes. ...
Eagle North Canoe and Kayak, Cabot Trail AdventuresSouth Harbour We currently offer Kayak, Canoe, Paddle Board, Peddle boat and Bike rentals. As well as guided hiking cycling and kayak tours. That are either half or full day. With half day Kayak tours being our mo ...
Ski Cape SmokeySouth Ingonish Harbour Ski Cape Smokey, is a non profit society with a mandate to provide Cultural and Recreational activities to local residents and visitors. We are presently working on partnerships to provide a wide vari ...
St Anns Provincial ParkSt Anns St. Anns Provincial Park is a small picturesque picnic park, with tables under softwood trees, on the shore of North Gut along the Cabot Trail on Cape Breton Island. The park has a 500-m trail with lo ...
East Richmond ATV ClubSt. Peter's  
St. Peters Battery Provincial ParkSt. Peter's Park Info Located on on the southeast coast of Cape Breton Island, the park is on a hillside overlooking St. Peters Bay. The lighthouse found in the park serves as a landmark for the entrance to St. ...
St. Peter's Coastal TrailSt. Peter's Directions to Trailhead: Trailhead is located at the St. Peter's Canal but there are trail access points throughout the town of St. Peter's. Trail runs 3 kilometers from St. Peter's Canal to River Til ...
St. Peter's Park TrailSt. Peter's  
Cabot’s Landing Provincial Park, Department of Natural ResourcesSugar Loaf 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 ...
Baille Ard Trail, Baille Ard Recreation AssociationSydney About Baille Ard Trail Cape Breton's newest scenic wonder. With close to 70 acres of Acadian forest and 2 healthy brooks, the 3 kilometer trails are ideal in all four seasons for walking, jogging or ...
Cabot Snowmobile ClubSydney We are a member of SANS. Snowmobilers Association of Nova Scotia (SANS). Our members are active, community minded, environmentally conscience nature enthusiasts who are committed volunteers.
Cape Breton Regional Municipality, CBRM RecreationSydney This photo was taken during the popular concert series "Makin' Waves" that takes place during the Summer months at the Wentworth Park band shell. Watch for information regarding Makin' Waves on our f ...
Isle Royale ATV ClubSydney The Isle Royale ATV Club was formed in 1998 to develop and work on trails. To date the club has 135 members and continues to grow each and every year .The benefits to join a club are as follows: 1. B ...
Open Hearth ParkSydney The park is adjacent to Harbourside and will be owned and managed by Harbourside Commercial Park. Open Hearth Park includes a multi-use sports field with synthetic turf, a commons area, an outdoor co ...
Pringle Mountain TrailThe Points West Bay This trail is named after James Pringle, the first settler of Point West Bay area in 1851. The trail leads up hill immediately but levels out after the first 2 km. There is a fork in the trail at the ...
Strait Area Trails AssociationTown of Port Hawkesbury This wonderful system of all-season trails will appeal to both the avid and casual hiker. Discover a wide variety of plants and wildlife as the 10-kilometer trail system winds its way through majesti ...
Ceilidh Coastal Trail AssociationTroy The Ceilidh Coastal Trail Association is part of 5 volunteer associations that maintain different sections of the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail . The Ceilidh Coastal Trail runs 22kms from the Canso Can ...
Biosphere Northeast Trails AssociationVictoria County In early 2014 a group of hiking enthusiasts formed the Biosphere Northeast Trails Association (BNTA). Accepted as a society and as a member of the Nova Scotia Trails Association, this group has been r ...
Naturally Active for Life Victoria County (Est. 2011), Victoria County Physical Activity StrategyVictoria County Municipal Physical Activity Strategy For All Residents & All Areas in Victoria County
Seawall Trail, Seawall Trail SocietyVictoria County Our Society is community driven, tourism focused and through the Seawall Trail we seek to raise the hiking profile of all of Nova Scotia. The Seawall Trail Society is dedicated to developing Cape Bret ...
Wagmatcook First NationWagmatcook  
Blue Way Water RouteWe'koqma'q The Blue Way Water Route is a section of the Great Trail (Trans Canada Trail). This water route circles the beautiful Bras d'Or Lakes in Cape Breton. This entrance is located on the Skye River in We'k ...
Skye River TrailWe'koqma'q Trans Canada Highway We’koqma’q, NS It's about the feeling you get when stroll through these woods. The soft rumblings of the river, the warmth of the sun shining through the leaves, the stories that ...
We'koqma'q First NationWe'koqma'q  
Kayak Cape BretonWest Bay Our two cedar log cottages are located right on the magnificent Bras d’Or Lake and are hidden from each other in a twelve acre wooded area to secure your privacy. They are fully equipped for your holi ...
Mabou Rivers Trail AssociationWest Mabou The Mabou Rivers Trail Association is part of 5 volunteer associations that maintain different sections of the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail. The Mabou Rivers Trail runs 19.6kms from Zupthen Farm Southw ...
West Mabou Beach Provincial ParkWest Mabou West Mabou Beach Provincial Park is a large sand beach and dune system at the mouth of Mabou Harbour. Family friendly activities include: - Birding opportunities - Hiking trails - Fishing - Swimming ...
Petersfield Provincial ParkWestmount Petersfield Provincial Park is a picnic park overlooking the south arm of Sydney Harbour on Cape Breton Island (off Route 239). The park contains remnants of four cultural periods, dating from the la ...
Salt Mountain TrailWhycocomagh This is a maintained 2.5 km return hike to the top of Salt Mountain rising 230 metres (750 ft) above Bras d'Or Lake. The steep climb to the top travels through a forest of predominantly mixed woods. A ...
Whycocomagh Provincial ParkWhycocomagh 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 ta ...
Whycocomagh Waterfront Centre AssociationWhycocomagh Our mandate is for the Volunteer Board to encourage recreational and cultural activities within the community through maintaining the community wharf and through renovating and sponsoring activities w ...