How do you get on Cape Breton Island?
How do you get on Cape Breton Island? Most visitors travel to Cape Breton by car and, of course, the only entrance point by car is the Canso Causeway. To get to the Canso Causeway, follow the Trans Canada Highway 104 as you enter Nova Scotia in Amherst. Continue on the 104 and once you reach Truro follow the signage to Cape Breton.
What should I not miss on the Cabot Trail?
Favourite stops along the Cabot Trail include: Meat Cove at the very tip of Cape Breton Island (exit the Cabot Trail at Cape North). Hike or walk the Skyline Trail (easy and stroller and wheelchair accessible) and Franey Trail (more challenging hike) in the Cape Breton Highlands National Park.
Can you do the Cabot Trail in one day?
One of the world's most scenic coastal drives, it weaves around rugged headlands with spectacular views of the North Atlantic and Gulf of St Lawrence. Although you could complete the Cabot Trail in a long day, we recommend at least two days to enjoy all it has to offer.
Is Cabot Cliffs worth it?
I've been to Cabot four times, and I can quickly list five things that make the destination special: its two 18-hole courses play wildly different, all but ensuring you'll never get bored; the last four holes at Cliffs will likely comprise the most stunning walk you've ever taken on any golf course; the bar on property ...
What do you cross to enter Cape Breton?
Most visitors travel to Cape Breton by car and, of course, the only entrance point by car is the Canso Causeway. To get to the Canso Causeway, follow the Trans Canada Highway 104 as you enter Nova Scotia in Amherst.
How do I get to Cape Breton without a car?
By Air. Regular direct flight service is available to the JA Douglas McCurdy Airport in Sydney from Toronto and Montreal with connections to the rest of Canada and beyond. Or travellers may opt to fly into the Halifax Stanfield International Airport where they can drive to Cape Breton Island.
Where do you fly into for Cape Breton?
Nearest airport: Halifax Stanfield International Airport is 3 hours away. There are two closer airports for private planes: The first is Sydney J.A. Douglas McCurdy (2 hour drive), and the other is Allan J. MacEachen Regional Airport (1 hour drive).
Is Cape Breton Island worth seeing?
Cape Breton is home to historic fishing towns, like Cheticamp, as well as beautiful national parks, like Cape Breton Highlands National Park. In visiting the island, you can experience everything from Acadian and Indigenous culture and history, to observing wildlife. This maritime island is absolutely worth visiting!