Things to do

Listen to Cape Breton's finest fiddlers or even learn to square dance in a welcoming venue with superb acoustics! Featuring the best players on the Island considered some of the finest in the Celtic fiddle world, along with emerging talents, and impromptu guest performers. The atmosphere is informal, the acoustics are excellent, and the local crowd graciously shares the love of their music and dance with visitors from near and far. Located on the grounds of the Normaway Inn, Egypt…

Experience fly fishing on Cape Breton Island with fly fishing guides Jimmie Pedersen and Jim Logan on the Margaree River, Cheticamp River and Middle River. We will not only teach you how to fish a pool, we will teach how to fish for Atlantic Salmon anywhere.Fly fishing guide Jimmie Pedersen and Jim Logan invite you to come fly fish for Wild Atlantic Salmon on the Margaree River, just a 20 minute drive from the Cabot Links and Cabot Cliffs golf…

Fly fishing Guide Jimmie Pedersen invites you to come fly fish for Wild Atlantic Salmon on the Heritage Margaree River, only 20 min drive from the Cabot Links and Cabot Cliffs golf course. World class fly fishing, all equipment included. Expert or beginner, I will provide a great day fishing.

The Admiral is a relaxed, casual and friendly business with a fresh homestyle and comfort food menu. Hours:Tuesday to Thursday 12 pm - 7 pm. Friday and Saturday 12 pm - 10 pm (Café closes at 8 pm)

An Drochaid (The Bridge) Museum is located in Mabou (60 km / 37 mi from the Canso Causeway) on Cape Breton Island. Formerly a general store (c. 1874), the building now serves as a centre for research and local music, Gaelic language activities, cultural activities, local artefacts, and genealogical and historical records. Throughout the year, An Drochaid (The Bridge) hosts a series of ceilidh concerts, storytelling, a Gaelic conversation group and lessons, and music and dance lessons. Bus tours are welcome.

A spectacular sea view and a warm welcome await you at Ann Schroeder’s home studio.In Mabou Harbour, winds blow fiercely, the ocean is bright or dark, hillsides sprout hay bales, and fiddlers play under starry skies. This rich brew infuses Ann’s painterly wall quilts that evoke Cape Breton’s landscapes, weather, and music.You'll also find a large assortment of unique hand-dyed silk, cotton, and rayon scarves.Nearby attractions include the Red Shoe Pub, Mabou Farmers Market, beautiful West Mabou Beach, Glenora Distillery,…

Local artisans operate a seasonal gift shop offering quality hand-crafted items for purchase, including quilts and quilted items, knitted and crocheted hats, mittens and scarves, woven blankets, table runners and place-mats, wooden vases and bowls, keyrings and seam rippers, baby gift items and a large assortment of hand-made gift products.

Atlantic Canada Cycling is a bicycle touring organization covering Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland, New Brunswick, and next door in Quebec. The Cape Breton Island Bicycle Tour is a once per year event offering the chance to see Cape Breton as no other form of travel can. It is a fun and friendly, with a great deal of socializing. Along the way, participants learn about Cape Breton’s history, discover its incredible variety, and experience what makes the island distinct.

Atlantic Salmon fly fishing guide on the famous Margaree River, as well as the Cheticamp River & other Cape Breton rivers on the Cabot Trail.The Margaree River is only a short 20 minute drive from the Cabot Links and Cabot Cliffs golf courses. These 'true links' golf courses are remarkably already ranking as one of the most noteworthy golfing destinations! Daily rates and half day rates, equipment supplied. Book your adventure today!

The Aucoin Bakery is located in Petit Étang, alongside the world famous Cabot Trail, neighbouring the Cape-Breton Highland National Park and the region of Chéticamp. For more than half a century, the Aucoin Bakery has been offering products and services that are a slice above the rest.We offer assorted breads and rolls, homemade pastries, sandwiches, Acadian style meat pies, tea, coffee, free wi-fi and friendly service with a smile.Established in 1959, the Aucoin Bakery rose to success by offering products…

Traditional quilts, ready-made and custom; all sizes available.

Cape Breton Clay is created by Margaree Valley native Bell Fraser. Bell’s detailed drawings of local shellfish, flora and fauna are incorporated into her platters, bowls and plates in ways that are refreshing and bold. Located in one of the loveliest parts of the Island, this gallery sits on the property where she was born and raised. Bell’s work has been celebrated for years in publications across North America and the gallery is open most days from mid-June to late…

After a day of fly fishing or exploring the beaches or hiking through the hills exploring with colours, there is no better way to end your day than to dine in our casual dining room and to enjoy delicious fresh seafood, fish and our tantalizing swiss cuisine to which we are renown. And to finish off the evening we invite you to our cozy lounge. While sipping on a drink by the evening fire and exchanging the daily events with…

Trail Length - 7.25kmHiking Time - 2.5 hoursDifficulty- 4This unmarked trail in the CBHNP is our all time favourite where the climb offers amazing views of mountains, coastline and our famous Cabot Trail.  You can even see the Magdalen Islands on clear days!The trail winds up what was once part of the old Cabot Trail from the Cap Rouge to the Skyline trail. Be on the watch out for moose as they love it up there as much as we…

Length:   12 km (7.5 mi) return Hiking Time:   3+hrType of Trail:   compacted earthUses (no snow):   walking, biking, horseback riding, ATVsUses (snow):   snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, snowmobilingFacilities:   noneDog Use:   off-leash permittedGov't Topo Map:   11K06 (Margaree)Rating (1-5):   3Trailhead GPS Reference:   N 46 15” 20.8’ W 61 16” 06.0’Access Information: From Beach Village Road in Inverness, drive approximately 3.5 (2.25 mi) north along Highway 19. Turn left onto the Broad Cove Marsh Road. Continue 1 km (.6 mi) to St. Margaret’s of Scotland Church,…