Top 10 Places to Visit in
Cheticamp | Nova Scotia
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Saint Peter’s Church / Paroisse Saint-Pierre
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Saint Peter’s Church is a beautiful sandstone structure located on Cape Breton Island, where it overlooks the charming Chéticamp Harbour. After years of fundraising, construction took place in 1893, with the designer, David Ouellet, and the contractor, Joseph-Hubert Morin, coming from Quebec. Their French-Canadian roots can be seen in Neo-classical architecture, consisting of features such […]
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- 15114 Cabot Trail, Chéticamp, NS B0E 1H0
- (902) 224-2064
- https://www.historicplaces.ca/en/rep-reg/place-lieu.aspx?id=8821
Acadian Trail
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There is nothing quite like basking in nature to heal and revitalize the mind and body. Dig your heels into the dirt, bathe in the warm sunlight, breathe clean air, and feel your lungs expand with every step you take. Make it to the top of the trail, and you will be rewarded with panoramic […]
- 16648 Cabot Trail, Petit Étang, NS B0E 2M0
- 902-224-2306
- https://www.novascotia.com/see-do/trails/acadian-trail-cape-breton-highlands-national-park/6171
Gypsum Mine Lake
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Gypsum Mine Lake is a beautiful lake located near Cheticamp. Around the lake, there are hiking trails, the most famous being the Gypsum Mine Trail. The trail circles the lake and has beautiful views of the lake and its surroundings. The trail is a 2.6km long loop taking approximately 40 minutes to complete and is […]
Les Trois Pignons
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Les Trois Pignons is a cultural and information centre built in 1978 and can be found by the entrance to Chéticamp Harbour. Along with the museum it houses, the information centre is open from mid-May to mid-October, where guides are available from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. to provide you with tourist tips that can […]
Captain Zodiac Whale Cruise
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Fancy a bout of whale watching? It’s not as intimidating as you might think! As the name suggests, Captain Zodiac Whale Cruise uses 28ft. long fibreglass hull zodiacs, providing a fast but smooth ride. The tubes on these vessels help prevent seasickness by reducing side-to-side motion, and there is zero bouncing near the stern, where […]
- 15407 Cabot Trl, Cheticamp, Inverness, Nova Scotia, Canada
- 902-224-1088
- https://www.novascotiawhales.com/
Centre de la Mi-Carême
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Centre de la Mi-Careme is an exhibit displaying one of the oldest Acadian traditions: mask making. The center has a wide display of locally crafted masks. Guides are available to lead visitors through the exhibit, as well as educate them on the history behind the craft. Mask workshops are also held, and visitors can craft […]
Freya & Thor
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Originally called the Frog Pond Café and Sunset Gallery, this business has integrated itself into the Chéticamp community for over 30 years and has even had celebrity customers such as Alan Arkin and Billy Joel. It became Freya & Thor in 2021 after the current owners, Erin Boyd and Matthew Zeilfelder, made the big—but, according […]
Le Portage Golf Club
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Le Portage Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course with a driving range and putting greens. The course is lined by trees on every hole, has over 60 bunkers, and has many ponds, which makes it suitable for intermediate to advanced golfers. However, beginners are still welcome as there are many coaching sessions available. The […]
- 15580 Cabot Trail Road, Chéticamp, Nova Scotia B0E 1H0
- 902-224-3338
- https://leportagegolfclub.com/
The Doryman Pub & Grill
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The roots of this pub can be traced back to 1966 when its name was originally The Surfside Tavern. Various changes have been made throughout the years—from the name, the owners, the building, and the menu—but the locals’ love has remained steadfast. Good food, good music, and good people? What results is a unique warmth […]
Plage St-Pierre
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This campground is perfectly equipped for your family camping trip. There are 144 sites—both wooden and open—available for motorhomes, trailers, and tents. Nearby, you’ll find a beach, walking trails, blueberry and raspberry fields, and the lighthouse at Pointe Enragée. There are also a bunch of amenities catered to your leisure and comfort: washrooms, showers, firepits, […]
- 635 Chéticamp Island Road, Chéticamp, NS B0E 1H0
- 1-902-224-2112
- http://www.plagestpierrebeachandcampground.com/plage-facilities-eng.htm