Things to do

Bring your hiking shoes and explore the park’s 26 scenic trails, from easy forested walks to sloping coastal hikes. Picnic in quaint coves, and experience the friendly local culture in the fishing villages that dot the park’s edges. There are sandy beaches and plenty of ocean and freshwater swimming. Enjoy cycling, ocean kayaking in sheltered bays, camping, golfing, and fishing; you might even catch minke and humpback whales breaching off shore.

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  • Randonnée

    Hiking

    Cape Breton Highlands National Park's hiking trails range from easy strolls to challenging climbs with panoramic views of canyons, highlands and seacoasts. The trails provide a chance to intimately explore the complex habitat of northern Cape Breton Island.

  • Camping

    Camping

    Camping is one of the best ways to truly experience and appreciate Cape Breton Highlands National Park!

  • Camping

    Cycling

    Cycle all or part of the Cabot Trail which, according to Lonely Planet, is one of the world's top ten cycling destinations.

  • Camping

    The Cabot Trail

    Some of the most spectacular views in Atlantic Canada!

All activities

Hiking Hiking
Camping Camping
Back-country camping Backcountry camping
oTENTik oTENTik
Kayaking Kayaking
Lookout Sightseeing
Photo Opportunity Photography
Picnic area Picnicking
Notice board Interpretive trail
Geocaching Geocaching
Playground Playground
Golf Golf
Canoeing Canoeing
Sea Kayaking Paddling
Sailboating Boating
Snowshoeing Snowshoeing
Tobogganing Tobogganing
Tennis Tennis
Coffee shop Restaurant or café
Stargazing
Rock climbing Mountain climbing
Dogs on leash Dog walking
Wildlife viewing Animal watching
Sea birds Bird watching
Fishing Fishing
Cross-country skiing Cross country skiing
Interpretation Tours and programs
Interpretation Special events
Theatre Theatre
Bicycles Cycling
Mountain biking Mountain biking
Beaches Beach
Swimming Swimming