Bras d'Or Lake

abandoned home overlooking Bras D'Or Lake

From your base in Baddeck in the heart of the Bras d’Or Lake area, you’ll be able to explore the beautiful drive and stop in the many unique communities along the way.

Cabot Trail

cabot trail scenery

Start your day with a drive along Cabot Trail. one of the world’s most scenic drives. For 300 km, the road winds through the Cape Breton highlands, climbs 500-metre-high capes, skirts rugged coastal headlands and passes through villages where ancient dialects can still be heard.

Mahone Bay

the famous three churches in mahone bay

Soak up the views in scenic Mahone Bay where it is possible to take a boat ride or paddle the waters in a kayak. The picturesque villages and towns along the shore are a joy to explore, with quaint shops, excellent dining and welcoming locals.

Lunenberg

lunenberg aerial image with boats

Today, explore Nova Scotia’s south shore even further as you visit the UNESCO World Heritage town of Lunenburg and the beautiful coastline of Mahone Bay. Dive deeper into the province’s seafaring history in beautiful Lunenburg, home to the famous schooner the Bluenose, which appears on the Canadian dime.

Ridge Road Lookout

lookout from Ridge Road Lookout rural Hamilton Ontario

Take a moment along the route to stop at this Ridge Road Lookout for views of Lake Ontario and Stoney Creek. Perched on the Niagara Escarpment, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, enjoy the views of Lake Ontario.

Orphan Lake Trail

Sign and map on trailhead

Explore the 6.0-kilometer loop trail near Agawa Bay, Ontario, which is generally considered an easy route and takes an average of 1 hour and 45 minutes to complete. This trail is a popular destination for camping, hiking, and running, but you can still enjoy some quiet time during less busy hours. The best time to visit this trail is between March and November. Dogs are allowed on the trail but must be kept on a leash.

Sioux Mountain Lookout

snowmobile at Sioux Mountain Lookout

See Sioux Lookout from the top of Sioux Mountain, located across the lake from the town. Whether hiking in the summer or sledding in the winter, this is a must-see when in the area. 

Cox Bay Lookout

Cox Bay Lookout at sunset, with calm blue waves and turquoise sky

Climb the Cox Bay Trail to the Lookout and get an aerial view of Cox Bay, Chesterman Beach, and Clayoquot Sound with Lone Cone Mountain in the background. An easy-moderate intensity, 2.6 km hike, approximately a 10-minute drive from Tofino town center. 

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