While driving the most scenic highway in the world is a joy in itself, you really need to step out from behind the wheel to fully absorb the beauty of Nova Scotia’s masterpiece. There are plenty of secret paths and trails accessible only by foot, and hidden gems along every side road just waiting to be discovered.
On your journey, you’ll undoubtedly come face to face with Cape Breton’s wildlife. Here the ocean is home to pods of playful whales that are rarely camera shy. On land there are moose that come out to say hello, and above you eagles watch over the land and sea with an elegant grace that simply cannot be described.
From the enchanting Acadian village of Cheticamp where world-famous hooked rugs are handcrafted to the greens of famed Highland Links Golf Course to the 950 square kilometres of Cape Breton Highlands National Park, this is a vacation destination where wonderful is waiting around every bend in the road.
No Nova Scotia seacoast excursion would be complete without an afternoon at the beach, and the Cabot Trail is no exception. The Lake-O-Law Provincial Park offers fantastic bird watching opportunities, refreshing swimming and a place to launch your boat. History buffs will love Cabots Landing Provincial Park and National Historic Site where explorer John Cabot first landed in North America in 1497. Overlooking Aspy Bay, Cabots Landing offers picnic areas and plenty of beach space to soak up the sun.
If the breathtaking vistas, hidden gems, plentiful wildlife and serene beaches aren’t enough for you (and we guarantee they will be), the Cabot Trail also hosts Lobsterpalooza from May 24 to July 1, 2010. One of our signature festivals, Lobsterpalooza is a mouth watering, fun filled learning experience that showcases Maritime traditions and celebrates all things seafood.