Cabot Trail

Nearly 300 kilometers (186 miles) of spectacular coastal vistas, this circular loop traces the island’s north shore. Whichever direction you choose to drive the Cabot Trail (clockwise or counter-clockwise) it will truly prove to be a drive you'll never forget and create memories you'll cherish forever! We recommend the counter-clockwise route, beginning in Baddeck, taking Trans-Canada Hwy East, turning left onto the Cabot Trail at St. Ann's, around the 'St. Ann's Loop', left at the 'T' intersection and on up along the shore through Ingonish and Neil's Harbour, around the northern tip of the island over to the Acadian village of Cheticamp, following the coastline down to Margaree Harbour, then cutting across the centre of the island and back to Baddeck.