Cape Breton & the Cabot Trail
Canada's Most Scenic Drive
Highland cliffs, ocean vistas, and Celtic culture on a legendary loop.
At a glance · 5 reasons to go
Why Cape Breton & the Cabot Trail.
Drive the world-famous Cabot Trail.
Cliffs, highlands, and ocean lookouts.
Whale watching and coastal hikes.
Celtic and Acadian music and culture.
One of the planet's great road trips.
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Cape Breton's Cabot Trail is regularly called one of the world's most beautiful drives — a loop of highland cliffs, sweeping ocean views, and moose-dotted forest, all wrapped in living Celtic and Acadian music. Pure Maritime magic.
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Cape Breton & the Cabot Trail
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Reviewed: 2026-06-06
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Before You Travel
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