Cape Breton Island Hiking: An avid hiker makes a solo trek along a trail on Cape Breton Island.

Guided & Self-Guided Hikes on Cape Breton Island

Spring is a beautiful time to explore Cape Breton Island as hiking trails reopen and the landscape awakens with vibrant greens and rushing waterfalls. Whether seeking solitude in nature or craving a more immersive experience with local insight, May is ideal for lacing up your boots and hitting the trail.  An Immersive Hiking Experience on …

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Cape Breton Wedding: A newlywed couple smiles while walking along a trail at Cabot Shores.

Magical Destination Weddings on Cape Breton Island

Cabot Shores Wilderness Resort should be at the top of the list for engaged couples looking for a unique destination wedding on Cape Breton Island. With gorgeous ocean views, unique accommodations, and ideal event space, it’s no wonder we’ve hosted so many weddings over the years. Still, if you’re trying to narrow down your options …

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Cape Breton Winter: A young grandmother smiles as she gives her granddaughter a piggy-back ride along a Cape Breton Island shore.

Unlock the Magic of a Cape Breton Winter Vacation

There’s something truly special about experiencing a Cape Breton winter. The snow-blanketed landscapes, crisp air, and peaceful atmosphere create the perfect setting for those seeking a meaningful escape. Nestled along the famous Cabot Trail, Cabot Shores Wilderness Resort offers an ideal base for an unforgettable winter retreat. With unique accommodations, curated vacation packages, and a …

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New Years Eve Vacation Packages: Lodge accommodations at Cabot Shores amid winter.

Cabot Trail Celebrations | New Year’s Eve Vacation Packages

The Cabot Shores family invites you to ring in the new year surrounded by the pristine beauty of Cape Breton Island with our New Year’s Eve vacation packages. Set along the renowned Cabot Trail, Cabot Shores offers a unique wilderness escape for those seeking connection, adventure, and wellness. Whether planning a romantic getaway or a …

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Polar Bear Swim: A group of vacationers swimming in cold water off the shore of Cape Breton Island.

A Cabot Shores New Year’s Celebration + Polar Bear Swim

Ringing in a new year should be memorable no matter how many times you do it. Whether your focus tends to be reflecting on ways to improve or looking ahead and planning for the future, celebrating with friends and family is ideal. And while tradition is always a valuable aspect of your annual festivities, Cabot Shores invites you to experience a different kind of New Year’s Eve amid the wintery waters surrounding Cape Breton Island.

Camping

Have old-fashioned grass and ground underneath you and still be near the Cabot Trail. At the edge of the Indian Brook Wilderness, along the Indian Brook River, just below the Indian Brook waterfalls, you’ll have access to tent sites, fire pits, picnic tables, Church Pond and Indian Brook swimming holes, along with a plethora of Cape Breton’s finest sights and activities right at your fingertips:

Swim, fish and kayak/canoe
- Hike, bird and moose gaze
- Cook, play and enjoy solitude

Our campgrounds are terrific for:

Cyclists, alone or in groups, of all stripes
Hikers
 – Couples and Families

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