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Cape Breton Highlands National Park

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Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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Places in Cape Breton Highlands

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Skyline Look-off, Cape Breton Highlands National ParkSkyline Look-offIconic cliff-top boardwalk with sweeping Gulf viewsScenic ViewpointBlack Brook Beach, Cape Breton Highlands National ParkBlack Brook BeachA sandy cove with surf, a waterfall, and a freshwater brookRestroom · ParkingChéticamp Visitor Centre, Cape Breton Highlands National ParkChéticamp Visitor CentreRefreshed hub with staff, bookstore, coffee, and picnic shadeRestroom · ExhibitFrench Mountain, Cape Breton Highlands National ParkFrench MountainHighland hub for Skyline vistas and a carnivorous-plant bogParking · RestroomIngonish Beach, Cape Breton Highlands National ParkIngonish BeachOcean waves and a warm lake, steps apartRestroom · ParkingMiddle Head, Cape Breton Highlands National ParkMiddle HeadClassic headland hike with ocean on both sidesTrailhead · ParkingMkwesaqtuk/Cap-Rouge Campground, Cape Breton Highlands National ParkMkwesaqtuk/Cap-Rouge CampgroundCliffside walk-in camping with Gulf sunsets and clean comfortsCampground · RestroomTop of Franey Mountain, Cape Breton Highlands National ParkTop of Franey MountainBig canyon-and-coast views from two airy cliff lookoffsScenic Viewpoint

Trails in Cape Breton Highlands

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Skyline Trail, Cape Breton Highlands National ParkEasySkyline TrailCliff-top boardwalk to ocean vistas and whale‑spotting perches5.1 mi · 2.5 hrFraney Mountain Trail, Cape Breton Highlands National ParkChallengingFraney Mountain TrailSteep loop to big Atlantic and canyon views above Ingonish4.6 mi · 2.5 hrFraney Trail, Cape Breton Highlands National ParkChallengingFraney TrailSteep forest climb to big Atlantic and canyon views near Ingonish4.6 mi · 3 hrBlueberry Mountain Trail, Cape Breton Highlands National ParkChallengingBlueberry Mountain TrailSteady, brushy climb to big Cape Breton coastal views.4.2 mi · 3 hrAcadian Trail, Cape Breton Highlands National ParkModerateAcadian TrailBig Gulf views, steady climbs, and a soothing brook descent.5.2 mi · 3.5 hrMiddle Head Trail, Cape Breton Highlands National ParkEasyMiddle Head TrailEasy headland ramble to sweeping Atlantic cliffs and lookoffs3.3 mi · 1.8 hrMica Hill Trail, Cape Breton Highlands National ParkModerateMica Hill TrailWindy highland walk to glittering mica outcrops and wide open views4.9 mi · 3.5 hrFishing Cove Trail, Cape Breton Highlands National ParkChallengingFishing Cove TrailSteep forest descent to a lonely ocean cove with seaside campsites7.5 mi · 5.5 hr

Find wildlife in Cape Breton Highlands

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Moose in Cape Breton Highlands National ParkMooseReports peak in the early morning, around 5 AM177 sightingsBlack Bear in Cape Breton Highlands National ParkBlack BearReports peak in the early evening, around 6 PM59 sightingsBald Eagle in Cape Breton Highlands National ParkBald EagleReports peak in the early morning, around 8 AM45 sightingsGrey Seal in Cape Breton Highlands National ParkGrey SealReports peak in the early morning, around 7 AM28 sightingsCoyote in Cape Breton Highlands National ParkCoyoteReports peak in the evening, around 8 PM14 sightingsWhite-tailed Deer in Cape Breton Highlands National ParkWhite-tailed DeerReports peak in the early morning, around 6 AM10 sightingsBeaver in Cape Breton Highlands National ParkBeaverReports peak in the evening, around 8 PM16 sightingsLoon in Cape Breton Highlands National ParkLoonReports peak in the evening, around 7 PM30 sightings

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CLOSURE

Pedestrian use prohibited on Cabot Trail segment

Do not walk on the Cabot Trail between French Lake Look-Off and Veteran’s Monument Look-Off through October 25, 2026. - The prohibited segment runs between 19713 Cabot Trail (French Lake Look-Off) and 18865 Cabot Trail (Veteran’s Monument Look-Off), and pedestrian use is prohibited at all times during the effective period. - Exceptions are emergencies or travel authorized by Parks Canada staff. Violation is an offence under the Canada National Parks Act and may result in prosecution. Check the current Cabot Trail pedestrian prohibition before traveling.

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Park Entry Pass required

A valid Park Entry Pass is required to enter Cape Breton Highlands National Park from September 8 through October 25, 2026. - This requirement applies at all times during the listed period. - Exceptions are people traveling along the Cabot Trail without stopping inside the park; stopping inside the park because of an emergency or to use an essential service; supplying or servicing a park facility or business; or conducting government business. Check the current Park Entry Pass requirement before entering the park.

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Angling prohibited in Clyburn Brook and Chéticamp River

Do not fish in Clyburn Brook, Chéticamp River, or their tributaries until further notice because of low water levels. - Clyburn Brook: All portions of the brook and its tributaries are closed, including scheduled waters from the bottom of A-Frame Pool upstream and the portion between A-Frame Pool and the park boundary at the mouth of the river. - Chéticamp River: All portions upstream from the park boundary at the Gulf of St. Lawrence are closed, along with all tributaries, including Robert’s Brook. - Parks Canada imposed these restrictions under section 35(1) of the National Parks of Canada Fishing Regulations to provide for the continued protection and management of the park’s natural resources. Check the current Clyburn Brook notice, the current Chéticamp River notice, or current restricted-activity notices before fishing.

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