The natural beauty of Northern Cape Breton Island is hard to match. The combination of ocean, mountain and forest intermix to form outstanding vistas.

Cape Breton Highlands National Park provides a selection of trails suitable for all ages and skill levels, many of the trails are marked with placards. Headlands and Capes create overviews of the ocean and colourful cliffs. These locations create natural look offs for viewing whales as well as eagles, osprey and other sea and costal birds.

Coastal fishing boats and large ocean ships may be observed.

The sandy beaches of Aspy Bay attract many of our outdoor lovers: swimming, sea kayaking and scuba diving and beach combing, whale watching and deep sea fishing are popular activities.

The coastal scenery may be enjoyed by cycling along the coastline photographing and recording your vacation memories at a relaxed pace. Evening and morning bring an opportunity to photograph the sunrise and sunset from an ocean setting.

Our clear skies and low light pollution is the right ingredient for star gazing.

Dingwall Beach... this solitary beach forms part of the barrier to North Harbour as it reaches to touch the remaining portion of Four Mile beach. An ideal spot to become one with nature.

Gypsum formations... as you approach Dingwall you will notice many white rock formations - this is gypsum. It was mined in this area from 1931 to 1956.

Cabot Landing... Cabot Landing Provincial Park overlooks 4 miles of beach which borders Aspy Bay. This grassy knoll, a wonderful picnic spot, is the setting for the annual re-enactment of the 1497 landing of the famous explorer John Cabot

Beulach Ban Falls... this is the reward that awaits you after a 5km hike through a refreshing commune with nature. From the falls you may continue to explore Aspy Valley ... 2-3hr return.

Winter Activities... the excellent conditions in the Northeast Highlands in winter make for ideal skiing and snowshoeing treks in the back country or on the professionally groomed x-country ski trails at North Highlands Nordic Ski Area in Cape North [a 5min. drive from Dingwall] NHN also offers challenging snowshoe trails and a cozy warm up room for Apres Ski!! They offer hot chocolate, water, a variety of teas and other hot drinks and snacks as well as a microwave for your conveinence.

Outdoor Adventures... our outdoors adventure partner Sea Spray Outdoor Adventures have over 25 years' experience in year-round activities and use that experience to introduce our clients to the often-missed environmental opportunities awaiting them in Northern Cape Breton - one of the most beautiful areas in North America. Whether it's a hike to a remote coastal meadow or leisurely cycle access to ocean and harbour-side trails on Trek rental bikes, entry-level shorebird watching by kayak, or ski and snowshoe access to our incredible winter wilderness, Sea Spray guided and self-guided trips will be the highlight of your trip to Cape Breton Island.