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Sailing on Bras d’Or Lake
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Discover the Island’s inland sea.
Stunning scenery is a fact of life in Nova Scotia, and that is especially true in the Bras d’Or Lake region. Literally translated as “Arm of Gold,”
the name surely was inspired by the sunsets over Canada’s only inland sea. With a complex sequence of barrier beaches, rocky headlands, barachois ponds, and wetlands, it is no surprise that the area is a desig-nated UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
Here, you can experience the heritage of some of the founding cultures of Nova Scotia. Discover what life was like 10,000 years ago for the Mi’kmaq while hear-ing stories and music and sharing a traditional feast during an Eskasoni Cultural Journey. Learn about the lives of early Scottish settlers at the Highland Village Museum, a 43-acre living history museum where cos-tumed interpreters greet you in Gaelic (see page 180).
Then, pick up some picnic supplies and visit the St. Peter’s Canal National Historic Site (see page 180), where you will learn how the canal has provided a link between the Atlantic Ocean and the Bras d’Or Lake for over 140 years.
Eileanan Brèagha VineyardsEileanan Brèagha Vineyards is the first and only estate winery on Cape Breton Island. The vineyard’s name, pronounced AY-len-an BREE-ah, means “beautiful islands” in Gaelic, and describes the view from its location perched upon Marble Mountain overlooking the Bras d’Or Lake. Stop in to sample and purchase some wine, or ask for a glass at local restaurants (see page 180).
Eskasoni Cultural Journeys, EskasoniExperience authentic Mi’kmaw culture by sharing a traditional feast, hearing stories and music, or learning through participation in the traditional fishing practices of the Mi’kmaq. eskasoniculturaljourneys.ca
Unexpected Discoveries
Eileanan Brèagha Vineyards
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Highland Village Museum, Iona
Not-To-Be-Missed ExperiencesThere’s history, culture, and beauty waiting to be discovered. The following off ers you the defi nitive Bras d’Or Lake experience; see page 180 for details on these and other area attractions.
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Bras d’Or LakePort Hastings
Johnstown
Big Pond
Iona
Whycocomagh
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Irish Cove
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Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
Gaelic College
Highland Village
Nicolas DenysMuseum
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Stroll through a Gaelic village by candlelightHighland Village Museum, IonaFàilte! Costumed interpreters greet you in Gaelic at this 43-acre living history museum and share the stories of their ancestors while you tour the 11 historic buildings by candlelight. The sunsets viewed from this historic village, perched upon the Cape Breton hills overlooking the Bras d’Or Lake, are not to be missed (see page 180).
Attend a powwowWagmatcook Culture & Heritage CentreExperience a story over 10,000 years in the making. Learn about the music, storytelling, nature, food, language, and spirituality of Nova Scotia’s fi rst people, the Mi’kmaq, in a beautiful setting on the shores of the sparkling Bras d’Or Lake (see page 180).
Taste local craft beerBig Spruce Brewing, NyanzaUsing certifi ed organic hops they grow themselves, Big Spruce Brewing craft s microbrews with fun names like, Cereal Killer Oatmeal Stout and Ready Yer Knot...Regatta Red Irish Red Ale. Choose your pint while relaxing in their tasting room, overlooking the Bras d’Or Lake. For more information on local breweries, wineries and distilleries, pick up a Nova Scotia Good Cheer Trail Passport or download online. bigspruce.ca
Become a blacksmith for a dayFireHouse Ironworks, WhycocomaghBlacksmiths were once as important to a community as a doctor. They provided everything from nails to forks. Stop in to FireHouse Ironworks to watch blacksmith, Grant Haverstock create functional and artistic works, or take part in a hands on workshop (see page 180).
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The Lakes Golf Club (see page 181).
Sailing on the Bras d’Or Lake
Outdoor AdventuresThe Bras d’Or Lake region offers outdoor enthusiasts an array of adventures for every age; a complete listing of Bras d’Or Lake’s outdoor experiences starts on page 180.
Step aboard the Puffin ExpressBird Island Boat ToursJust off the coast of Big Bras d’Or, the dramatic Bird Islands rise from the sea like rocky pillars. Take a tour with Bird Island Boat Tours to see thou-sands of nesting sea birds, including razorbills, kittiwakes, and over 300 pairs of Atlantic puffins (see page 204). Golf lakesideThe incredible lake views will inspire you to play your best 18 holes on our acclaimed courses. Choose from Dundee Resort & Golf Club or The Lakes Golf Club. golfcapebreton.com
Cruise the lakeKnown for gentle, fog-free waters, beautiful anchor ages, and hundreds of coves and islands, the Bras d’Or Lake is also a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Take a sailing cruise of the historic St. Peter’s Canal and the Bras d’Or Lake with Cape Breton Sailing Charters or Richmond Adventure Planning. You will see bald eagles, cormorants, and herons. You can also brush up on your sailing skills or take an introductory lesson (see pages 204 & 205).
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Bras d’Or Lake scenic drive ListingsCommunities are listed in order as found when travelling through the region on the Scenic Travelway roads.
accOmmOdatiOnsAll properties listed have been licensed by the Province of Nova Scotia and approved by at least one of three recognized quality programs (Canada Select, NS Approved, CAA/AAA) to ensure that they are clean and comfortable. Most rates are shown as daily rates. For a key to other codes and symbols, see page 2.
sOuth side WhycOcOmagh Bay1A Cape Breton Cottage Bed & Breakfast,cccd $69–8995 Joseph MacFarlane Dr [email protected]&B, Cottage • May 1–Oct 31 OrangedaLeEagle d’Or Cottagesqcccd $900 w321 Joseph MacFarlane [email protected] • May 13–Oct 15 dundeeDundee Resort & Golf Club pcccd. $99–259, XP $152750 West Bay Hwy902-345-2649, 844-638-6333dundeeinfo@capebretonresorts.comwww.dundeeresort.comResort • May 15–Oct 31 st. geOrge’s channeLBras d’Or Shores Resortq. $115–180, XP $202994 West Bay Hwy902-345-2896info@brasdorshoresresort.cawww.brasdorshoresresort.caApt. • Jun 1–Oct 15
st. Peter’s area (uP tO 20 km radius) For other listings in this area, see page 187.
rOBertaKayak Cape Breton & Cottagesq. $85–95, XP $9; no tax5385 West Bay Hwy902-535-3060kayakcb@ns.sympatico.cawww.kayakcapebreton.comCottage • May 1–Oct 31 st. Peter’sBras d’Or Lakes Inn"pccccd $149, XP $1510095 Grenville St902-535-2200, [email protected] A/C units (K,2D), 4-pc bath. Light break-fast incl. Licensed dining room, lounge, patio; conference facilities; exercise room, hot tub; laundry. Dock, kayaks, canoe, bicycles.Inn • Year-round
Joyce’s Motel p,ccd/ccc $59–105, XP $1210354 Grenville St902-535-2404joyces.motel@ns.sympatico.cawww.joycesmotel.comCabin, Cottage, Motel • May 15–Oct 31
end OF st. Peter’s area
Ben eOinBirches at Ben Eoin Country Innqccccc $129–199, XP $105153 East Bay Hwy902-828-2277, 866-244-8862manager@thebirchescountryinn.cawww.thebirchescountryinn.caInn • May 1–Oct 31 east BayBryden Manor B&Bqccccd $110–1251277 Hwy 216902-828-2093, [email protected]&B • May 1–Oct 31 grand narrOWsBras d’Or Lakes Hideaway Bed & Breakfastqcccd. $75–95; no tax601 Derby Point Rd902-622-2009B&B • May 1–Oct 31
Old Grand Narrows Hotel B&Bqcccc. $100–125, XP $2511 Derby Pt Rd902-622-1330, [email protected]&B • Year-round iOnaIona Heights Inn (formerly Barra Strait Inn)"pcccc $80–130, XP $104115 Hwy [email protected] • Apr 1–Jan 1
BOuLarderie/Bras d’Or area (uP tO 20 km radius)
BOuLarderieBubbles Bay B&Bp. $50–65; no tax1082 Hillside Boularderie Rd902-544-0496powellandco.tripod.comB&B • Year-round
Kelly’s View Motelqccc. $79–89, XP $8783 Hwy 105902-674-2473, [email protected] • May 1–Oct 31 kemPt headSeaweed and Sod Farmp,cccc. $997952 Kempt Head [email protected]&B • Year-round
Big Bras d’OrMountain Vista Seaside Cottagespcccd. $69–1891672 Old Rte [email protected]/cottagesCottage, Tourist Home • May 1–Oct 30
View of the Sea Cottagesp. $825–975 w, XP $751764 Hwy 5902-565-8907info@viewoftheseacottages.comwww.viewoftheseacottages.comCottage • Jun 1–Nov 1
WhycOcOmagh area (uP tO 20 km radius)
aBerdeenAberdeen Motelq. $75–90, XP $810293 Hwy 105902-756-2331, [email protected] • Apr 1–Nov 30
Bear on the Lake Guesthouseqcccd. $32–7810705 Hwy 105902-756-2750, [email protected] • May 1–Nov 1
Cape Escape B&B and Therapeuticsq,cccc. $10925 Bayberry [email protected] • Year-round WhycOcOmaghFair Isle Motelp,ccd/ccc. $79–1399557 Hwy 105902-756-2291, 877-238-8950information@fairislemotel.comwww.fairislemotel.comApt., Motel • May 30–Oct 31
Keltic Quay"p,ccccd $199–29990 Main St902-756-1122, [email protected] • Year-round
camPgrOundsAll campgrounds listed have been approved by CampingSelect and/or NS Approved to ensure that they meet the required standards. For a key to symbols and codes, see page 2.
st. Peter’sBattery Provincial Park vWp. $2710110 Grenville St902-535-3094, 888-544-3434www.novascotiaparks.ca/parks/battery.aspJun 10–Oct 17
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restaurantFor more extensive information, pick up a copy of the Restaurant Association of Nova Scotia’s Dine Nova Scotia or Taste of Nova Scotia’s Culinary Adventure Guide. Also visit edining.ca and tasteofnovascotia.com. See page 2 for a key to the symbols and codes.
st. Peter’sBras d’Or Lakes Inn10095 Grenville St902-535-2200, [email protected] the bon vivant or casual diner, we offer flavourful cuisine from land and sea, includ-ing fresh lobster, evening features, bar menu, Sunday brunch and continental breakfast.Type: Family dining Specialty: SeafoodLicensed • May 1–Oct 17 •W
st. Peter’sNicolas Denys Museum46 Denys St902-535-2379Admission: D • Jun 15–Sep 30 •W
St. Peter’s Canal National Historic SiteP160 Toulouse St902-535-2118 (canal service)[email protected]/stpeterscanalOutdoor exhibits describe how the canal’s tidal lock system enables vessels to pass between the Atlantic Ocean and Bras d’Or Lake.May 16–Oct 10 •;
Wallace MacAskill Museum7 MacAskill [email protected]: D • Jun 15–Aug 31 •; Big POndRita’s Tea Room8077 Hwy [email protected]/tearoom.htmlJun 1–Oct 15 •W iOnaHighland Village Museum/ Baile nan Gàidheal4119 Hwy 223902-725-2272, 866-442-3542highlandvillage@novascotia.cahighlandvillage.novascotia.caLiving-history museum for Gaelic folklife. 11 period buildings (Hebridean Black House, homes, store, carding mill, church, forge); farm animals; interpreters; presentations.Admission: $ • Jun 1–Oct 16 •;
WagmatcOOkWagmatcook Culture & Heritage Centre10765 Hwy 105902-295-2999, [email protected]: D • Year-round •W
Ben eOinBen Eoin Beachp,cccd[F]ccc[R] $45–546140 East Bay [email protected] 15–Sep 15
BOuLarderie/Bras d’Or area (uP tO 20 km radius)
neW harrisSeal Island/North Sydney KOApcccc[F]cc[R] $22–553779 New Harris [email protected] 15–Oct 15Big Bras d’OrMountain Vista Seaside Campgroundpcc[F]c[R]. $23–281672 Old Rte [email protected]/campgdMay 1–Oct 30
end OF BOuLarderie/Bras d’Or area
WhycOcOmaghGlenview Campgroundpccc[F]cc[R] $20–3040 Hwy 252902-756-3198dcluffingham@hotmail.comwww.capebretoncampground.comMay 15–Oct 15
Whycocomagh Provincial Park vWp. $27–6087 Provincial Park Rd902-756-2448, 888-544-3434www.novascotiaparks.ca/parks/ whycocomagh.aspJun 10–Oct 17
attractiOnsThis category includes national parks, historic sites, museums, and other attractions. See also listings under Galleries, Shops, Artists and Arti-sans; Outdoors; and Trails. For a key to symbols and codes, see page 2.
gLendaLeFather John Angus Rankin Cultural Centre4248 Hwy [email protected]: D • Jun 17–Oct 19 •W; OrangedaLeOrangedale Railway Station Museum1428 Orangedale Rd902-756-3384orangedale.station@gmail.comwww.novascotiarailwayheritage.com/orangedale.htmAdmission: D • Jul 1–Sep 5 •W river denysEileanan Brèagha Vineyards5349 Marble Mountain Rd902-756-3533orders@eileananbreagha.cawww.eileananbreagha.caYear-round
OutdOOrsThese listings identify some of the outdoor activ-ities available in the province. Many activities are seasonal and/or weather-dependent; please confirm open dates when making plans and always keep safety in mind.
dundeeDundee Drive Golf Practice Range1973 Dundee Rd902-345-2936www.dundeedrivegolfrange.comCategory: Golf Driving Ranges • Seasonal
Dundee Provincial Park v2285 West Bay Rdwww.novascotiaparks.caCategory: Parks • May 20–Oct 10
Dundee Resort and Golf Club2750 West Bay Hwy902-345-0420, 844-638-6333ryanh@capebretonresorts.comwww.dundeegolfclub.comCategory: Golf Courses • May 1–Oct 31 rOBertaKayak Cape Breton & Cottages5385 West Bay Hwy902-535-3060www.kayakcapebreton.comCategory: Equipment Rentals {K}May 1–Oct 30 st. Peter’sBattery Provincial Park v10110 Grenville Stwww.novascotiaparks.caCategory: Parks • Jun 10–Oct 17 •W
Bras d’Or Lakes Inn10095 Grenville St902-535-2200, [email protected]/stay-playCategory: Equipment Rentals {K}May 1–Oct 30 •W
Cape Breton Sailing ChartersSt Peter’s, by the canal902-631-5050captaingreg@capebretonsailing.comwww.capebretonsailing.comCategory: Learn-to-Sail VacationsJun 15–Oct 15
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These listings identify some of the artisans in the region and some galleries and shops whose products are primarily made in Nova Scotia.
st. geOrge’s channeLGallery Ruairicroft3170 West Bay [email protected]: Books & cards, paintings & printsMay 1–Oct 30 •;
WhycOcOmaghFireHouse Ironworks109 Main St902-756-4766info@firehouseironworks.comwww.firehouseironworks.comMedia: Metal • Year-round •W
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east BayBen Eoin Yacht Club & Marina4950 East Bay Hwy902-828-1099manager@beneoinmarina.comwww.beneoinmarina.comCategory: Marinas & Yacht ClubsMay 1–Nov 1 •W iOnaMacCormack Provincial Park v2481 St Columba Rdwww.novascotiaparks.caCategory: Parks • May 20–Oct 10 irOnviLLeBarrachois Provincial Park v2315 Hwy 223www.novascotiaparks.caCategory: Parks • May 20–Oct 10 grOves POintGroves Point Provincial Park v1055 Hillside Boularderie Rdwww.novascotiaparks.caCategory: Parks • May 20–Oct 10BOuLarderieDalem Lake Provincial Park v220 New Dominion Rdwww.novascotiaparks.caCategory: Parks • May 20–Oct 10
St. Peter’s Marina35 Lions Ave902-535-2729gerry@st-peters-marina.comwww.st-peters-marina.comCategory: Marinas & Yacht ClubsMay 20–Oct 30 •W irish cOveIrish Cove Provincial Park v16165 Hwy 4www.novascotiaparks.caCategory: Parks • May 20–Oct 10 •; Ben eOinBen Eoin Provincial Park v5549 Hwy 4www. novascotiaparks.caCategory: Parks • May 20–Oct 10
Ski Ben Eoin5101 Hwy [email protected]: Cross-country skiing, Downhill skiing • Dec 15–Mar 30 •W
The Lakes Golf Club5101 East Bay Hwy902-828-4653info@thelakesgolfclub.cawww.thelakesgolfclub.caCategory: Golf Courses • May 3–Oct 27
traiLAlthough used primarily as walking and hiking trails, Nova Scotia’s trails may also be used for other activities, which are identified by the symbols shown. Most trails are available for use year-round, but in winter may not provide maintenance or parking; use discretion. Trail maps and information can also be found at trails.gov.ns.ca and novatrails.com.
east Bay
East Bay Hills Trail 3 kmHwy 4 (near #4073)www.trails.gov.ns.ca/shareduse/cb033.htmlTrail Uses: YKLSy • Year-round
rOss FerryRoss Ferry Provincial Park v9685 Kempt Head Rdwww.novascotiaparks.caCategory: Parks • Year-round •; WhycOcOmaghWhycocomagh Provincial Park v87 Provincial Park Rdwww.novascotiaparks.caCategory: Parks • Jun 10–Oct 17 •W
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