Ceilidh Trail

Inverness

Judique

Mabou

Port Hawkesbury

Port Hood

Chéticamp

Margaree Forks

Inverness Beach

Long sandy Gulf beach with warm water, dunes, and a wooden boardwalk into town.

Inverness Shean Trail (part of Celtic Shores Coastal Trail)

West Mabou Beach Provincial Park

Port Hood Station Provincial Park

Mabou Provincial Park

Embree’s Brook Falls

Inverness Beach Village

Cottage and RV resort along Inverness's sandy beach.

Cape Mabou Highlands Trails

Network of community-maintained ridge and shoreline trails high above the Northumberland Strait.

West Mabou Beach

Quiet provincial beach with dunes, salt marsh, and warm Gulf swimming.

Mabou Rivers Trail (part of Celtic Shores Coastal Trail)

Judique Flyer Trail (part of Celtic Shores Coastal Trail)

Chestico Trail (part of Celtic Shores Coastal Trail)

Port Hood Beach

Long warm-water beach looking out to Henry Island and Port Hood Island.

Acadian Trail

Steep climb above Cheticamp to a panoramic overlook of the Acadian coast.

Enragée Point Lighthouse

Octagonal lighthouse on Cheticamp Island guarding the entrance to Cheticamp harbour.

Chéticamp Campground (Cape Breton Highlands National Park)

Parks Canada front-country campground at the Cabot Trail's western gateway.

Waves End RV & Campground

Oceanfront RV and tent campground beside the Cabot Trail in Chéticamp.

Red Shoe Pub

Live Cape Breton music seven nights a week. Owned by the Rankin Sisters.

Le Gabriel Restaurant & Lounge

Dine on fresh seafood and Acadian cuisine at Le Gabriel on the Cabot Trail in Cheticamp, featuring homemade desserts and traditional dishes.

L’abri Café, Restaurant and Bar

Stop at L'abri Café in Chéticamp for homemade food, fresh baked goods, specialty coffee, and local brews along the scenic Cabot Trail.

Glenora Distillery’s Washback Pub

Dine on gourmet Nova Scotia cuisine at Glenora's Washback Pub in Mabou Highlands, featuring Glen Breton Rare whisky and live Celtic music.

The Doryman Pub & Grill

Saturday-afternoon ceilidh that's been packing them in for decades.

Doryman Pub & Grill

Chéticamp's social hub for live Acadian fiddle and a hearty lobster roll.

Cabot Cape Breton

Experience world-class golf at two top-100 courses, luxury oceanview accommodations, and upscale dining at this award-winning Cape Breton resort on a mile of

Cabot Cliffs

Play Canada's #1 ranked golf course at Cabot Cliffs in Inverness, a walking-only links course carved along dramatic ocean cliffs with stunning coastal views.

Aucoin Bakery

Three-generation Acadian bakery famous for meat pies and crusty bread.

Wabo’s Pizza, Sub & Donair

Order pizza, subs, and donairs at Wabo's in Chéticamp, a year-round pizza shop on the Cabot Trail with dine-in and takeout options.

Papa’s Pub and Eatery

Dine at Papa's Pub and Eatery in Port Hawkesbury for Canadian cuisine with modern flair, craft pizzas, and an extensive wine list in a warm atmosphere.

Chéticamp Visitor Centre (Cape Breton Highlands National Park)

West-side gateway to Cape Breton Highlands National Park, with park passes and exhibits.

Maritime Inn Port Hawkesbury

4-star · Port Hawkesbury

The Clove Hitch Bar & Bistro

Dine at The Clove Hitch Bar & Bistro in Port Hood, featuring fresh local ingredients, live music all summer, and weekly specials.

The Cameron House Cottage: Live Life In Tents

Stay at this newly renovated riverside cottage on the Cabot Trail in Margaree, sleeping 6 guests with direct access to hiking trails and 4 local beaches.

Live Life In Tents

Book a unique glamping and adventure experience at Live Life In Tents in Margaree Forks, Cape Breton, with rental gear and tailored outdoor packages.

Miller’s Seafood & Chophouse

Dine at Miller's Seafood & Chophouse in Port Hawkesbury with casual elegance, fresh local seafood, steaks, and a summer patio overlooking the Strait Area.

Whale Cruisers Chéticamp

Three-hour pilot whale tours with the family that started it all.

Captain Zodiac Whale Cruise

Spot finback, humpback, and pilot whales on guided zodiac tours from Chéticamp, May to October, with a whale sightings guarantee or full refund.

Cabot Trail Guaranteed Whale Adventures

Book a whale watching tour on the Highland Dancer in Chéticamp with guaranteed sightings and 4 daily departures from 9:30am to 3:30pm.

Mr. Chicken

Dine at Mr. Chicken in Chéticamp, a specialty chicken restaurant on the Cabot Trail serving delicious, satisfying meals.

Restaurant Evangeline

Start your Cabot Trail adventure with breakfast at this charming Chéticamp restaurant on the main street.

Coal Miner’s Café

Dine at Coal Miner's Café in Inverness for hearty pub-style breakfast, lunch, and supper in a historic atmosphere.

Route 19 Brewing

Inverness microbrewery anchoring the Ceilidh Trail's craft beer scene.

Laurie’s Motel

Stay at Laurie's Motel in Chéticamp with harbor views, 53 air-conditioned rooms, and easy access to Cape Breton Highlands National Park and the Cabot Trail.

Inverness Beach Village

Stay in beachfront cottages with private beach access in Inverness, Cape Breton, near world-class golf courses and the Cabot Trail.

Fleur de-Lis Tea Room and Dining Room

Book a table at Fleur de-Lis in Port Hawkesbury for home-cooked breakfast, Acadian seafood, and Cape Breton cuisine with vegetarian and gluten-free options.

The Annex Inverness

Dine at The Annex in Inverness, a new bar and restaurant celebrating local, in-season ingredients in a seaside setting.

Freya & Thor Gallery and Café

Browse local art and Maritime crafts at this beloved Cape Breton gallery, then enjoy espresso and locally made treats at the café near Highlands National Park

Cornerstone Motel

Stay at Cornerstone Motel on the Cabot Trail in Chéticamp with river views, walking trails, and direct access to Cape Breton Highlands National Park.

Chéticamp Co-op

Shop for groceries, fresh produce, baked goods, and deli products at Chéticamp Co-op on Cape Breton's Cabot Trail since 1985.

Coopérative Artisanale de Chéticamp

Acadian artisan co-op showcasing Chéticamp's world-renowned hooked rugs.

Waves End RV Campground

Camp at Waves End RV Campground in Chéticamp with 98 RV sites and 36 tent sites offering Gulf of St. Lawrence beach access and sunset views from the Cabot Tra

Bog Trail

Walk the accessible boardwalk trail through a highland plateau bog on the Cabot Trail, spotting pitcher plants, orchids, and moose in just 15 minutes.

Cabot Public House

Clubhouse pub at Cabot Cape Breton with ocean-view dining for golfers and visitors.

Whit’s Public House at Cabot Cape Breton

Dine at Whit's Public House in Inverness with ocean views, live music, local seafood, and craft beer on an outdoor patio.

Cape Breton Sea Coast Adventures

Zodiac whale watching on the Acadian coast

Margaree Co-op

Shop fresh groceries, local meats, farm produce, and baked goods at Margaree Co-op on Cabot Trail in Margaree Forks, Cape Breton.

MacLeod’s Beach Campsite

Camp at MacLeod's Beach in Inverness with 97 overnight sites, ocean views, sandy beach swimming, and full amenities including showers and a games room.

L’Auberge Doucet Inn

Stay at L'Auberge Doucet Inn in Chéticamp with 13 rooms, complimentary breakfast, and views of Chéticamp Island and the Cape Breton Highlands.

Plage St-Pierre Beach and Campground

Camp on Chéticamp Island with 106 overnight sites, beach swimming, and full amenities including rental trailers and a playground.

Mabou Freshmart

Shop Mabou Freshmart for fresh groceries, meat, produce, and prepared food in Mabou, Cape Breton. Open 7 days a week.

Mabou River Inn

Stay at Mabou River Inn on Cape Breton's Ceilidh Trail near West Mabou Beach, featuring rooms with private baths, hot breakfast, and a licensed restaurant.

Silver Lining Inn and Motel

Stay at Silver Lining Inn and Motel in Chéticamp overlooking the harbour with 14 rooms, free Wi-Fi, breakfast, and easy accessibility near the boardwalk.

Ocean View Motel & Chalets

Twelve chalets and motel rooms on Cheticamp Harbour

Cheticamp Island Resort

Oceanfront cabins on the doorstep of Cape Breton Highlands National Park.

Hebridean Motel

Stay at Hebridean Motel in Port Hood, Cape Breton's Beach Capital, with 16 motel units and suites near Sunset Beach and Celtic Shores Coastal Trail.

Shean Co-op (Inverness)

Inverness's main grocery store, a short walk from the famous boardwalk and beach.

Harbourview Motel & Accommodations

3.5-star · Port Hawkesbury

Pilot Whale Chalets

Book luxury log chalets in Chéticamp with private beach access, fireplaces, and stunning Cabot Trail views overlooking where the Highlands meet the sea.

Maison Fiset House

Book a luxurious room at this Chéticamp inn featuring 8 suites with ensuite bathrooms, whirlpool tubs, and housekeeping units on the Cabot Trail.

The Archie & Isidore Hotel

Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Cheticamp featuring eight unique suites with local art, modern amenities, and easy access to Cape Breton Highlands hikin

The Fiddle and The Sea B&B

Stay at this oceanfront B&B in Port Hood with water view breakfasts, bicycle amenities, and easy access to Celtic Shores Coastal Trail and sandy beaches.

Lunch Ceilidhs – Celtic Music Interpretive Centre

Enjoy lunch with live traditional Celtic music at Cape Breton's Ceilidh Pub in Judique, featuring house-made seafood chowder and local craft beer.

Interactive Exhibit Room – Celtic Music Interpretive Centre

Explore Cape Breton's Celtic music heritage at this interactive exhibit room in Judique, featuring custom displays designed to introduce you to authentic loca

Celtic Music Interpretive Centre

Experience Cape Breton's music and culture at Nova Scotia's official Celtic centre in Judique, featuring live ceilidhs, traditional food, and interactive exhi

Fiddle, Stepdance and Gaelic Lessons – Celtic Music Interpretive Centre

Learn Scottish Gaelic, fiddle, stepdance, and piano from June to October at this Judique music school offering beginner lessons for all ages.

Hillcrest Hall Country Inn

Stay at this historic 1910 mansion turned elegant country inn in Port Hood with 11 rooms, harbour views, and complimentary breakfast.

Love Boat Seafood Tours

Lobster fishing and shore lunch experience

Le Portage Golf Club

Play an 18-hole championship golf course in Chéticamp with views of the Gulf of St. Lawrence and Cape Breton Highlands National Park nearby.