Cape Breton Island: Heavy rainfall has caused flooding and road damage. Highways 104 and 105, Route 19 and the Cabot Trail remain open. Avoid non-essential travel in affected areas and check 511 Nova Scotia before travelling.
Petersfield Provincial Park is a waterside picnic park located on Route 239 in Westmount that overlooks Sydney Harbour on Cape Breton Island.
The park contains remnants of four cultural periods, dating from the late-18th to mid-20th centuries, with interpretive signs detailing the history of the park space which was once home to three prominent families and one of the finest estates to have been built on the island. While the grand estate and lush gardens no longer exist, the park features information throughout an extensive network of trails (7 km/4.5 mi).
Open year-round, this park features picnic tables and benches. No facilities or services provided during the winter months.
