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Cape Breton Highlands National Park

16650 Cabot Trail, Chéticamp, NS
Chéticamp, Cape Breton: Cabot Trail
Amusement 		Phone: 902-224-2306
Toll-free: 888-773-8888 (brochures)

www.parkscanada.gc.ca/capebretonhighlands

The world-famous Cabot Trail weaves through 950 km2 (366 sq. mi.) of magnificent highlands and coastal wilderness in northern Cape Breton. The park offers 26 hiking trails (from easy strolls to strenuous climbs), camping, geocaching, golf, cycling, wildlife, beaches, look-offs, and interpretive programs. The Cheticamp Information Centre includes a large exhibit, a slide show and a nature bookstore.

Admission: Park entry fee charged.

Open year-round

Operated by Parks Canada.Wheelchair accessible.

Details

Facilities/Services

  • No smoking
  • Bus tours welcome
  • Gift shop
  • Parking
  • Picnic area
  • Ici, on parle français

     

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