The Temple of High Adventure and Cilture

The famous Highlands Hostel is a Cabot Trail must! This four-season outdoor adventure base camp is strategically nestled between the Cape Breton Highlands National Park and the soft, sandy beaches of the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy any of the 32 hikes, 12 beaches, and refreshing rivers within an hour of the hostel; and the best one is right out the back door.

Located in the village of Cape North- -the Winter Capital of Nova Scotia- -at the very top of the Cabot Trail. Highlands Hostel is action central in Cape Breton’s wildest corner! Bring what you need to explore the Highlands, we’ll provide the cozy base camp. Large groups of up to 25 are welcome. Stay two days, or you’ll wish you did! Check out our Instagram @highlandshostel.

• #1 Winter Destination! Large groups welcome!

• Ski at Ski Cape Smokey, Snowshoe at North Highlands Nordic 

• Jam Sessions – Sandy Beaches – Let’s get firewood