Cape Smokey Provincial Park

Cape Smokey Provincial Park

Hike scenic trails atop Smokey Mountain along the Cabot Trail in Cape Breton, with panoramic lookoffs and excellent bird watching opportunities.

attraction· Ingonish Beach, NS · ★ 4.50 (143 reviews)

Cape Smokey Provincial Park is on top of Smokey Mountain along the Cabot Trail on Cape Breton Island. With picnic tables and incredible look-off views, Cape Smokey is a popular rest stop for visitors to the Cabot Trail and the Cape Breton Highlands National Park area. The park has great bird watching and photography opportunities. A trail, 5 km (3.1 mi) each way, offers even more spectacular views. Rest stops are provided along the way. Allow 4 hours for this hiking trail.

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