Cape Breton Highlands (Cabot Trail)

Cape Breton Highlands (Cabot Trail)

Clifftop roadways and ocean views.

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Inspiration

Why go there

  • World‑class coastal drive
  • Cape Breton Highlands scenery
  • Wildlife & cliffs

Timing

Best time to visit

June–Oct; peak foliage late Sept–Oct.

Eat & Drink

Good local food places

  • Seafood chowder stops
  • Baddeck eateries

Must-See

Popular places

  • Skyline Trail
  • Ingonish Beach
  • Pleasant Bay

Activities

Things to do

  • Drive the loop with overlooks
  • Hike Skyline Trail
  • Whale‑watching tours

Quiet Corners

Off-path places to see / Hidden gems

  • North River & Margaree Valley backroads
  • Mabou Highlands trails

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