Baddeck & Bras d'Or Lake
A few Gaelic phrases
Cape Breton has the largest Scottish-Gaelic-speaking community outside Scotland. You'll hear it at ceilidhs, see it on signage along the Cabot Trail, and find it in place names everywhere.
Communities in Baddeck & Bras d'Or Lake
Businesses in Baddeck & Bras d'Or Lake
Baddeck Lobster Suppers
All-you-can-eat mussels, chowder, and a whole lobster on the lake.
★★★★★ (807)
Currents Fly Fishing
Book guided fly fishing trips for Atlantic salmon and trout on Cape Breton rivers with Currents Fly Fishing, tailored for all experience levels.
Cruise and Learn Adventure Sailing School
Learn to sail on the UNESCO-designated Bras d'Or Lakes with Captain Dan aboard the Eva Jade, offering one, three, or five day courses in Baddeck.
Ben Eoin Yacht Club & Marina
Dock your boat at this full-service marina on the Bras d'Or Lakes with 72 berths, waterfront dining, and an adjacent 18-hole golf course.
★★★★★ (41)
TNT’s YouDrive! 2-seater UTV/Side-by-Side Trail Tour
Drive your own 2-seater UTV through Crowdis Mountain Wilderness Area with an experienced guide, reaching Cape Clear for Highlands and Margaree Valley views.
Highland Hardwoods Trail Tour – UTV / Side-by-Side
Ride guided side-by-side UTVs through Cape Breton Highlands backcountry on a 2-hour tour with scenic stops and wildlife viewing near Baddeck.
Cape Breton’s Winter wonderland – TNT’s Snowmobiling Tour in the Cape Breton Highlands
Snowmobile through the Cape Breton Highlands on guided tours from Hunter's Mountain, with gear provided and hot beverages included.
Milling Frolic at the Highland Village
Experience a traditional Gaelic cloth-making gathering at Highland Village in Baddeck where participants wet and beat fabric while singing together.
★★★★★ (123)
The Adventure Centre at Inverary Resort
Rent kayaks, paddleboards, bicycles, and pontoon boats at this dockside activity centre on Bras d'Or Lake in Baddeck, with lakeside dining and nightly bonfire
★★★★★ (747)
Sand and Souls
Discover locally crafted coastal decor at Sand and Souls in Baddeck, featuring driftwood art, sea glass jewelry, and hand-carved shorebirds near Bras d'Or Lak
★★★★★ (11)
Bed and Breakfast Getaway
Stay at this lakeside bed and breakfast in Baddeck with lake views and full breakfast included starting at $265.
★★★★★ (36)
Baddeck Lighthouse
Book this 4-bedroom waterfront vacation rental in Baddeck overlooking Bras d'Or Lakes, complete with patio, barbecue, and high-speed internet.
★★★★★ (29)Outdoors
MacCormack Provincial Park
Quiet riverside campground on the Northeast Margaree salmon river.
Baddeck Nordic Club
Second Branch Humes River Falls
North River Falls Provincial Park
Grand River Falls
MacIsaacs Brook Falls
Lower North River Falls
McNaughton’s Falls
Irish Cove Brook Falls
Capelin Cove
Bell Bay Golf Club RV Village
On-course RV sites at one of Canada's top public golf clubs.
Adventures East Campground & Cottages
Family-run campground and cottages just outside Baddeck.
Upcoming events
Wednesday Ceilidhs at Colaisde na Gàidhlig
Live traditional music and dancing happens every Wednesday evening at Colaisde na Gàidhlig, $15 admission.
Wednesday Night Ceilidh
Colaisde na Gàidhlig / The Gaelic College is dedicated to the promotion and preservation of traditional Gaelic culture, offering instruction in over ten disciplines, and year-round learning and fun. As a cultural destination, it will delight visitors with the unique opportunity to experience first-hand the living culture of the Nova Scotia Gaelic people.
Wednesday Ceilidhs at Colaisde na Gàidhlig
Live traditional music and dancing happen every Wednesday evening at the Gaelic College, 7:30-9pm, $15 admission.
Friday Crafternoon at the Baddeck Public Library
Join locals for crafting Friday afternoons at Baddeck Public Library, with tea, cookies, and materials available for beginners.
Mary Frances at Big Spruce
Hikers journey to island waterfalls during Waterfall Weekend, then gather at Big Spruce for a concert with Mary Frances Leahy.
Highland Village Museum — “Language and Lyrics” Launch Events
“Language and Lyrics” Launch Events; Gaelic scholar Dr. John Shaw; (CSANA Conference)
“Buth-obrach Orain Ghaidhlig”
Three Gaelic song workshops run on Saturdays in May at St. Barra Church on Christmas Island, featuring local and traditional instruction.
Céilidh Matinee at the Frolic’n Folk
Get a taste of local Celtic music and culture with the Frolic’n Folk’s Saturday Ceilidhs (kay-lee). Expect to see world-renowned talent & budding entertainers from all over our native Cape Breton. General admission seating. First come first serve at the pub. No reservations. Minors allowed up until 10pm. 5-8pm | $5
About Baddeck & Bras d'Or Lake
What's special about Baddeck & Bras d'Or Lake, Cape Breton?
Inland sea region, Alexander Graham Bell country.
Where can you stay in Baddeck & Bras d'Or Lake?
Notable places to stay in Baddeck & Bras d'Or Lake include Baddeck Lighthouse.
Where do locals eat in Baddeck & Bras d'Or Lake?
Local favourites in Baddeck & Bras d'Or Lake include Baddeck Lobster Suppers.
What hiking trails are in Baddeck & Bras d'Or Lake?
Trails and lookoffs to know in Baddeck & Bras d'Or Lake: Baddeck Nordic Club, Capelin Cove.
Are there golf courses in Baddeck & Bras d'Or Lake?
Yes — Baddeck & Bras d'Or Lake has Bell Bay Golf Club, Dundee Resort & Golf Club.
What's happening in Baddeck & Bras d'Or Lake soon?
Upcoming events in Baddeck & Bras d'Or Lake include Wednesday Ceilidhs at Colaisde na Gàidhlig, Wednesday Night Ceilidh, Wednesday Ceilidhs at Colaisde na Gàidhlig, Friday Crafternoon at the Baddeck Public Library, Mary Frances at Big Spruce.