Fishing Cove Trail - Cape Breton Highlands National Park

Nova Scotia

Fishing Cove Trail - Cape Breton Highlands National Park

You are 355 metres (1165 feet) above sea level! Hike from the top of the mountain about 6 kilometres down to a small ocean cove and grassy clearing - the only designated wilderness camp site in the park. This was once the site of a Scottish fishing community and these settlers traded with the French for supplies. Explore the beach, roam the hills or swim in fresh or salt water. You must register at a park visitor centre prior to camping.

Trailhead: There are two trailheads, both on the Cabot Trail at the top of MacKenzie Mountain. 
Significant Feature: Acadian forest, ocean cove and headlands 
Length: 12 km (7.5 mi) return (also a 5.7-km (3.6-mi) alternate route)
Hiking Time: 5–6 hours
Elevation: 0–355 m (0–1165 ft.) 
Steep descent. Some muddy sections. No potable water on site.
Trail Rating: Difficult

GPS Co-ordinates for Trailhead (in decimal degrees):
Lat: 46.761030 Long: -60.834544 (Southern Entrance)
Lat: 46.798085 Long: -60.846731 (Northern Entrance)

Open from mid-May until the end of October. A park pass is required all year for hiking or use of other services in the park; park entry fee applies. Check in at the Parks Canada Visitor Centres in Chéticamp (16 Visitor Centre Rd., situated on the west side of the park) or in Ingonish (37637 Cabot Trail, on the east side of the park) to obtain passes, information on visitor safety and any other information you may need, including a trail location map.

For your comfort and safety:
- Do not approach, disturb or feed wild animals.
- Take along appropriate clothing - rapid weather changes often occur on the plateau or along the coast.
- Carry water with you, especially for longer trails, climbs or open barrens.
- Bring insect repellent as black flies and mosquitoes are common all summer.
- Mountain bikes are permitted only where indicated, for public safety and protection of the environment.
- Stay on boardwalks to protect fragile vegetation.
- Do not throw food or scraps along the trails or roads.
- Read "Keep it Wild, Keep it Safe" brochure, available at park visitor centres.

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Services and Facilities:
Hiking
Birding
Address:


21425 & 22065 Cabot Trail
Cape Breton Highlands NP
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Contact Data:

Phone Number: 19022242306
Fax Number: 902-285-2866
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