Rich in natural beauty, a deep sense of culture, and known for its hospitality, Nova Scotia’s Cape Breton Island is a storied land with more tales to be written. Located on the north-eastern tip of Nova Scotia, on the east coast of Canada, it is joined to the mainland by a rock-filled causeway. Explore the Island’s regions and trails which are alive with Gaelic, Aboriginal and Acadian cultures, awe-inspiring land and seascapes, exciting outdoor adventures and a rich history.
The roadways hug the coastline and the world’s largest inland sea, the Bras d’Or Lake.Cape Breton Island is ranked as the number 1 Island in North America by Travel & Leisure magazine. It is also home to the Cabot Trail which was ranked in USA Today’s 10 Best Motorcycle Trips, MSN Travel’s 10 Most Underrated Attractions, and Zoomer’s 7 Greatest Road Trips. You may want to check your brakes before heading to Cape Breton. The world-renown Cabot Trail, with its dramatic coastal views and highland scenery, can be rather steep. Not to mention you’ll want to stop a lot while on the island.