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Over 12 Beaches and 100 Waterfalls Within 30 Minutes of Our Cabot Trail Hostel

Looking for Cabot Trail accommodations close to some of Cape Breton’s most beautiful beaches? Highlands Hostel is ideally located in Cape North, near Cape Breton Highlands National Park, with over 12 beaches within approximately 30 minutes of the hostel.

Spend your morning exploring the Cabot Trail, hiking one of the many spectacular trails in the Highlands, and then head to the coast for an afternoon swim, beach walk or relaxing sunset. Each beach offers its own scenery and character, making it easy to discover something new during your Cape Breton vacation.

Stay with us and we’ll help you plan your beach adventures, hiking routes and Cabot Trail activities. Book your stay at Highlands Hostel and make the most of your Cape Breton and Cabot Trail experience!

  • Over 31 World-Class Hiking Trails Close to the Hostel

    Explore over 31 world-class hiking trails near Highlands Hostel, right in the heart of Cape Breton’s spectacular Cabot Trail region. We can help you choose trails based on distance, difficulty, scenery and the time you have available. Sit down with us and we’ll help map your hiking plans directly onto your phone, making it easy to find trailheads and plan each day. From coastal views to mountain adventures, discover the best hiking Cape Breton has to offer while staying along the Cabot Trail.

  • Discover Over 100 Waterfalls Along the Cabot Trail

    Explore over 100 waterfalls near the Cabot Trail and Cape Breton Highlands National Park, with many spectacular waterfalls within easy reach of Highlands Hostel. From hidden forest cascades to dramatic Highland waterfalls, Cape Breton is full of natural wonders waiting to be discovered. Staying at our Cabot Trail hostel gives you an ideal base for exploring waterfalls, hiking trails and scenic drives throughout the Cape Breton Highlands. Let us pin your favourite waterfalls to your phone and help you plan your routes, so you can spend less time searching and more time exploring the incredible waterfalls and landscapes along the Cabot Trail.

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