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National ParksCape Breton Highlands National ParkThe northern and most rugged tip of Cape Breton Island, between the Gulf of St. Lawrence and the Atlantic Ocean. Within its 950 kmz (366 sq mi), the park encompasses a great variety of wildlife and landscape: a magnificent highland plateau with windswept barrens, deep-walled canyons, picturesque waterfalls, sandy beaches and spectacular cliffs plunging into the sea. Through it all winds the Cabot Trail, one of the world's most scenic drives. For golfers, the Highlands Links is one of the world's finest courses. For skiers, is area offers some of Atlantic Canada's best skiing. Accommodations vary from motels and cabins located in nearby communities to serviced and semi-serviced campgrounds, located along the Cabot Trail. In the park itself, there's everything from primitive backcountry campsites to full-service trailer hookups Park entry fees are charged from mid-May to mid-October. Provincial Parks and Community ParksMost provincial parks are open May 19-Oct 9, and admission is free. This symbol wheel chairsymbol indicates that there are wheelchair-accessible facilities, but the trails may not be accessible. Most provincial parks provide tables and pit toilets. Open campfires, camping (except in campgrounds) and consumption of alcoholic beverages are prohibited. Swimming is unsupervised (unless noted) and at your own risk.For more information please contact Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources, RR 1 Belmont, NS, BOM 1 C0; www.gov.ns.ca/natr , 662-3030. Ceilidh TrailLong Point Provincial Park F73Long Point. Rte 19. A quiet inland picnic park. Open May 19 to Oct 9. Mabou Provincial Park E13 Mabou. Rte 19, 1.5 km (1 mi) north of Mabou. Hillside location, with a panoramic view of the Mabou Valley. Picnic tables. Open May 19 to Oct 9. Port Hood Station Provincial Park E73 Port Hood Station. Off Rte 19. A picnic park with a cobble beach. Picnic tables, boardwalk. Adjacent to white-sand beach. Open May 19 to Oct 9. South West Margaree Provincial Park D14 2 km (1.5 mi) south of the junction of Rtes 19 and 395. A roadside picnic area next to a small brook, with tables around the edge of an open field. Open May 19 to Oct 9. Trout Brook Provincial Park E14 , Rte 395, 22.5 km (14 mi) south of the junction of Rtes 19 and 395. Tables under a mixed-wood forest. Beyond the forested area is a beautiful white sandy beach on the shores of Lake Ainslie. Open May 19 to Oct 9. Cabot TrailCabot Landing Provincial Park A1Cape North.10 km (6 mi) north of the Cabot Trail. Interesting picnic and beach park overlooking Aspy Bay. Picnic tables in open fields. National Historic Site: interpretive cairn. Hike and beachcomb along the sandy beach. Open May 19 to Oct 9. Cape Smokey Provincial Park B16 Cape Smokey. Top of Smokey Mtn on the Cabot Trail. Picnic tables, lookoff views. A trail along the coast, 5 km (3 mi) each way, offers even more spectacular views. Rest stops along trail. Allow 4 hours for hike. Brochure available. Open May 19 to Oct 9. Lake O'Law Provincial Park D14 Lake O'Law. On the Cabot Trail, 24 km (15 mi) north of Hwy 1 O5. An inland park on the shore of Lake O'Law, with boating and swimming opportunities. Picnic areas in fields and mixed-wood stands. Boat launch. Open May 19 to Oct 9. North River Provincial Park D15 North River Bridge. 3.5 km (2 mi) off the Cabot Trail. A small picnic park located above the river, well-known for fishing. Trail, 9 km (5.5 mi) each way, through a steep-sided river valley to a beautiful 32-m (104-ft) waterfall; allow 7 hours for hike; brochure available. Open May 19 to Oct 9. Plaster Provincial Park C15 North Shore, on the Cabot Trail. A picnic park with rolling topography and several ponds in sinkholes. Scattered tables, some with shelters, in open areas along the forest edge. A short trail leads from the high bank to St. Ann's Bay. Open May 19 to Oct 9. St. Ann's Provincial Park D15 St. Ann's. On the Cabot Trail,1.5 km (1 mi) north of St. Ann's. A small picturesque picnic park on the shore of North Gut. Tables under softwood trees, accessible via a short trail beside the highway. Open May 19 to Oct 9. Uisge Bahn Falls Provincial Park D15 Forks Baddeck. Hwy 105, Exit 9,15 km; watch for signs.1.5-km (1-mi) trail leads to a spectacular 15-m (50-ft) waterfall in a granite gorge. 2-km (1.5-mi) trail following the North Branch River. Beautiful hardwood stands along cliffs. Brochure available. Parking, picnic tables (some with shelters). Open May 19 to Oct 9. Bras d'Or Lakes Scenic DriveBarachois Provincial Park D16Barachois. Rte 223,12 km (8 mi) south of Hwy 125. Formerly a farm, this picnic park is situated on a knoll with a lovely view of Bras d'Or Lake. A short trail leads from the park down to a marshy lagoon. Open May 19 to Oct 9. Ben Eoin Provincial Park E16 Ben Eoin. Rte 4. Small secluded park on an old farm against hardwood-covered hills; picnic tables are at the edge of the fields. A short walk leads to a lookoff with a view of East Bay. Open May 19 to Oct 9. Bras d'Or Provincial Park D16 Big Bras d'Or. Off Hwy 105. A boat launch into Great Bras d'Or. Open May 19 to Oct 9. Dalem Lake Provincial Park D15 Boularderie. 3 km (2 mi) east of Boularderie East, 4 km (2.5 mi) north off Hwy 105. Park on a small lake. Hardwood-shaded tables. White sand beach; boat launch for nonmotorized boats. Trail 1.5 km (0.5 mi). Open May 19 to Oct 9. · Dundee Provincial Park F74 Dundee. 4 km (2.5 mi) west of Dundee Golf Course. Boat launch. Sandy beach. Open May 19 to Oct 9. Groves Point Provincial Park D16 Groves Point. 5 km (3 mi) south of Hwy 105, before crossing St. Andrew's Channel. A popular site with a sandy beach and warm salt water. Tables are scattered under a softwood stand. Open May 19 to Oct 9. Irish Cove Provincial Park F15 Irish Cove. Rte 4, 32 km (20 mi) northeast of St. Peter's. A small roadside picnic park on a hill overlooking Bras d'Or Lake. Some tables are sheltered. Open May 19 to Oct 9. MacCormack Provincial Park E75 Iona. Off Rte 223, 0.3 km (0.2 mi) north of lona. A small picnic park overlooking Bras d'Or Lake, with tables scattered through a sofhvood forest. Beach access, view of picturesque Plaster Cove. Open May 19 to Oct 9. Ross Ferry Provincial Park D1 S Ross Ferry. South of Hwy 105. A boat launch to Great Bras d'Or. Open May 19 to Oct 9. Whycocomagh Provincial Park E14 Whycocomagh. On Hwy 105,1.5 km (1 mi) north of the junction of Hwy 105 and Rte 252. A picnic park under a mixed-wood stand on the Bras d'Or shore. Trail to three Salt Mountain lookoffs offering excellent views of Bras d'Or Lake;1.5-km (1-mi) each way. Camping. Open Jun 9 to Sep 4. Fleur-de-lis-Marconi Metro CBBattery Provincial Park F14St. Peter's. On Rte 4; turn at canal bridge exit. Picnic area and small beach. Tables scattered in open area. View of the canal and St. Peter's Bay. Interpretive signage. Trail:1 km (0.5 mi). Boat launch, camping. Open Jun 9 to Sep 4. Burnt Island Provincial Park G14 Rte 320, on Isle Madame. A boat launch provides access to Lennox Passage. Open May 19 to Oct 9. Dominion Beach Provincial Park D17 Dominion. Hwy 28. A 1.S-km (1-mi) sandy beach, with boardwalks providing access to the beach and protecting the dunes. Change houses, canteen, salt rinse showers. Supervised. Open May 19 to Oct 9. Lennox Passage Provincial Park G14 Isle Madame. On Rte 320, 5 km (3 mi) east of the junction of Rtes 320 and 206. Tables scattered through a forest; saltwater beach. An operating lighthouse to explore. Open May 19 to Oct 9. Louisdale Provincial Park G14 Ferry Rd, off Rte 320, near Louisdale. Boat launch for St. Peter's Bay. Open May 19 to Oct 9. Mira River Provincial Park E17 Albert Bridge. 3 km (2 mi) east of Rte 22 from Albert Bridge. A peninsula with natural coves and swimming areas. Picnic sites range from open shoreline to secluded. Toilets, change house. Camping. Open May 19 to Oct 9. Petersfield Provincial Park D16 Near Westmount on Rte 239. View of the south arm of Sydney Harbour. The site of ruins of several 18th-century eastates. Picnic tables, interpretive signs. Extensive network of trails (5 km/3 mi). Open year-round. Point Michaud Provincial Park G15 Point Michaud. Rte 247,1 km (0.5 mi) east of Point Michaud. A fantastic 3-km (2-mi) sandy beach, backed by marram-covered sand dunes and large cranberry bogs. Open May 19 to Oct 9. Pondville Beach Provincial G14 Isle Madame. 2 km (1.5 m) off Rte 320 through Pondville. Picnic park with 1-km (0.5-mi) sandy beach, backed by gentle dunes, a large lagoon and salt marsh. Open May 19 to Oct 9. |
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- The community of Louisbourg with a population of 1265 is located on the southeast coast of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. It is easily accessible by road and air. Louisbourg's major attraction is the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site. It has a facinating history and the site of 2 of Canada's major Battles,Friendly folk and Beautiful scenery raging surf and sandy beaches also await you in Louisbourg.
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