Ingonish

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One of the main entrances into the Cape Breton Highlands National Park is here, as is the famous Keltic Lodge Resort and one of the top 100 golf courses in the world, Highlands Links, and you’ll discover plenty to do in and around the community of Ingonish.

Meander through the area which stretches between Ingonish Ferry on Cape Smokey, into the National Park, and then back out into the community of Ingonish. Accommodations, places to eat, beaches, boat tours, and more can be found here.

Top Things to See & Do Around Ingonish

Cape Breton Highlands National Park Hiking Trails near Ingonish

Discover everything from challenging hikes to trails perfect for a leisurely stroll around Ingonish.
National Park trails in and around Ingonish include: Franey Trail, Warren Lake Trail, Broad Cove Mountain Trail, Clyburn Trail, Middle Head Trail, Freshwater Lake Trail & Freshwater Lake Look-off Trail

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Camping and Beach Fun

Stay at the Ingonish Beach Campground, located within the National Park, which offers 51 tenting sites with firepits, 5 equipped tenting sites and 4 oTENTik camping cabins.
A short 10 minute walk from the campground, you’ll find yourself on the sandy shores of the Ingonish Beach or the pebbly shore of Freshwater Lake.

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Boat Tours in Ingonish

Hop aboard a whale watching tour from Ingonish. You can choose between a zodiac tour with Keltic Express Zodiac Adventures and a fishing boat tour with Ingonish Whalewatching Tours. Watch for Pilot and Minke whales along with larger Humpback whales. You may also see dolphins, sea turtles, sunfish and plenty of seabirds including puffins!

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Cape Smokey

Discover a year-round mountain playground when you visit Cape Smokey. Ski and snowshoe in the winter months and hike year-round
Ride on the only gondola in Eastern Canada – anytime of year
Future developments include an onsite brewery and much more!

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