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Businesses in Cabot Trail

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Arts North

Arts North

attraction · Cape North

Explore curated Cape Breton crafts at Arts North, a consignment gallery near Cape North featuring pottery, jewelry, fiber art, and more from local artisans si

★★★★ (46)
Aspy Trail

Aspy Trail

attraction · Ingonish

Hike the moderate-to-difficult Aspy Trail through regenerated Acadian forest near Ingonish, a 9.6 km return trek featuring red oaks and barred owls.

★★★★ (28)
Cabot Trail Adventures

Cabot Trail Adventures

attraction · Dingwall

Rent kayaks, canoes, and SUPs in Dingwall, or join a guided sea kayak tour along Northern Cape Breton's coastline with instruction provided for all skill leve

★★★★★ (168)
Cabots Landing Provincial Park

Cabots Landing Provincial Park

attraction · Saint Margaret Village

Explore Cabots Landing Provincial Park's sandy beach and historic John Cabot cairn on Aspy Bay near Saint Margaret Village, ideal for picnicking and hiking.

★★★★★ (254)
Cape Breton Highlands Links

Cape Breton Highlands Links

attraction · Ingonish Beach

Play one of Canada's Top 10 golf courses at Cape Breton Highlands Links in Ingonish Beach, featuring 18 holes with ocean views and mountain scenery designed b

★★★★ (317)
Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Cape Breton Highlands National Park

attraction · Ingonish Beach

Hike 26 trails through Canada's rugged highlands where mountains meet the sea along the iconic Cabot Trail in Cape Breton.

★★★★ (204)
Cape Breton Northern Tip Charters

Cape Breton Northern Tip Charters

attraction · Bay Saint Lawrence

Book a private coastal charter aboard the Charles B, a 41-foot fishing boat captained by Skipper Scott Burton, exploring Cape Breton's rugged northern tip fro

★★★★★ (6)
Cape Smokey Provincial Park

Cape Smokey Provincial Park

attraction · Ingonish Beach

Hike scenic trails atop Smokey Mountain along the Cabot Trail in Cape Breton, with panoramic lookoffs and excellent bird watching opportunities.

★★★★★ (143)
Capt. Cox’s Whale and Bird Watch

Capt. Cox’s Whale and Bird Watch

attraction · Bay Saint Lawrence

Book a 2-hour Zodiac whale watching tour from Bay Saint Lawrence to spot humpbacks, minkes, seals, and seabirds on Cape Breton's Cabot Trail.

★★★★★ (365)
Dixon’s Zodiac Seafari Whale & Coastal Tours

Dixon’s Zodiac Seafari Whale & Coastal Tours

attraction · Neils Harbour

Join a whale watching tour from Neil's Harbour to spot fin, humpback, and minke whales, plus bald eagles and seals in Cape Breton on a 2+ hour zodiac adventur

★★★★ (77)
Eiblin Koch at the Studio Shop

Eiblin Koch at the Studio Shop

attraction · North Shore

Visit Eiblin Koch's studio on the Cabot Trail to browse hand-carved lino prints and collage art featuring Cape Breton wildlife and landscapes on textiles and

★★★★★ (5)
Franey Trail

Franey Trail

attraction · Ingonish

Hike Franey Trail in Ingonish for 360° views of the Clyburn Brook canyon, Atlantic coastline, and dramatic mountain vistas; two loop options available.

★★★★★ (172)
Freshwater Lake Look-off Trail

Freshwater Lake Look-off Trail

attraction · Ingonish Beach

Hike the steep 0.3 km Freshwater Lake Look-off Trail in Ingonish for panoramic views of Ingonish Beach, Freshwater Lake, and Cape Smokey in just 10 minutes.

★★★★★ (27)
Glass Artisans Studio & Gallery

Glass Artisans Studio & Gallery

attraction · North Shore

Watch glass-blowing demonstrations and explore work from over 40 artisans at this North Shore studio, or book a hands-on class to try it yourself.

★★★★★ (126)
Groovy Goat Farm & Soap Company

Groovy Goat Farm & Soap Company

attraction · Ingonish

Tour a family goat farm in Ingonish on the Cabot Trail, meet playful goats, and shop handcrafted goat milk soaps and gelato.

★★★★★ (302)
Highland Bow & Arrow

Highland Bow & Arrow

attraction · Englishtown

Book archery lessons and 3D shooting tours in Wreck Cove on the Cabot Trail, with sessions for ages 9+ and group packages available by appointment.

★★★★★ (21)
Ingonish Beach and Freshwater Lake

Ingonish Beach and Freshwater Lake

attraction · Ingonish Beach

Swim in ocean saltwater at Ingonish Beach or Freshwater Lake, then enjoy playgrounds, trails, and picnic areas in Cape Breton Highlands National Park.

★★★★★ (44)
Ingonish Outdoor Rink – Smokey Recreation Society

Ingonish Outdoor Rink – Smokey Recreation Society

attraction · Ingonish Beach

Skate at this community outdoor rink near Cape Smokey in Ingonish with stunning views, offering daily rates and seasonal passes.

★★★★★ (1)
Ingonish Whalewatching Tours

Ingonish Whalewatching Tours

attraction · Ingonish Beach

Witness majestic whales in their natural habitat on a guided tour from Ingonish Beach, with expert insights into Cape Breton's stunning marine life.

★★★★ (89)
Jack Pine Trail

Jack Pine Trail

attraction · Ingonish

Hike the easy 2.3 km Jack Pine Trail loop in Cape Breton Highlands National Park near Ingonish, featuring jack pine forest and Atlantic coastline views.

★★★★★ (61)
Jigging Cove Trail

Jigging Cove Trail

attraction · Neils Harbour

Hike the easy 2.15 km Jigging Cove Trail along a scenic lake in Cape Breton's Acadian forest, perfect for birders and nature lovers on the Cabot Trail.

★★★★ (11)
Kauzmann Trail

Kauzmann Trail

attraction · Saint Margaret Village

Hike the scenic 3.7km Kauzmann Trail near Saint Margaret Village on Cape Breton's Cabot Trail, featuring a riverside walk suitable for all skill levels.

★★★★★ (78)
Keltic Express Zodiac Adventures

Keltic Express Zodiac Adventures

attraction · Ingonish

Speed along the Cabot Trail near Ingonish on a zodiac tour seeking whales, dolphins, puffins, and eagles with one of Atlantic Canada's best sighting success r

★★★★ (149)
Life on a String Studio

Life on a String Studio

attraction · North Shore

Explore handcrafted pebble jewellery, suncatchers, and art by Heike and Eiblin Koch at this North Shore studio featuring driftwood creations and watercolour d

★★★★★ (5)
Mica Hill Trail

Mica Hill Trail

attraction · Ingonish

Hike the 7.9 km Mica Hill Trail in Cape Breton's Highlands to windswept plateaus with 360° views, mica-quartz displays, and coastal vistas. Moderate, 3–4 hour

★★★★★ (19)
Middle Head Trail

Middle Head Trail

attraction · Ingonish Beach

Hike the 5.3 km Middle Head Trail in Ingonish to dramatic coastal cliffs with Atlantic views, seabirds, and seals in Cape Breton Highlands National Park.

★★★★★ (202)
North Bay Beach

North Bay Beach

attraction · Ingonish Beach

Explore a secluded sandy beach in Ingonish Beach where families can swim, picnic, and walk to the Clyburn estuary in Cape Breton Highlands National Park.

★★★★★ (35)
North Highlands Community Museum

North Highlands Community Museum

attraction · Dingwall

Explore early settler life at this Dingwall museum featuring exhibits on gypsum quarries, shipwrecks, and local history, plus genealogy archives and weekly co

★★★★★ (60)
North Highlands Nordic Cross-Country Ski Facility

North Highlands Nordic Cross-Country Ski Facility

attraction · Cape North

Cross-country ski or snowshoe over 10 km of groomed trails at North Highlands Nordic Ski Area in Cape North on the Cabot Trail, with rentals and instruction a

★★★★★ (24)
North Shore Woodsmiths

North Shore Woodsmiths

attraction · Englishtown

Explore handcrafted wooden art and functional pieces made from local Cape Breton woods by master craftsman Bob Evans on the Cabot Trail.

★★★★ (7)
Sew Inclined

Sew Inclined

attraction · Englishtown

Browse one-of-a-kind clothing and historical hat designs at Sew Inclined in Englishtown on the Cabot Trail.

★★★★★ (27)
Warren Lake

Warren Lake

attraction

Swim and hike at Warren Lake, Cape Breton Highlands National Park's largest lake with mountain views, resident loons, and a scenic lakeside trail.

★★★★★ (29)
Warren Lake Trail

Warren Lake Trail

attraction

Hike the 4.7 km Warren Lake loop trail in Cape Breton's largest lake shoreline, spotting wildlife and Acadian forest in 1.5–2 hours.

★★★★★ (42)
Wildfire Pottery

Wildfire Pottery

attraction · North Shore

Visit Wildfire Pottery on the Cabot Trail to browse handcrafted raku-fired clay animals, functional pottery, and nature-themed art by potter Sarah Beck.

★★★★★ (40)

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