Parks Canada / Provincial$12/night
Cape Breton Highlands Backcountry NS
Cheticamp, Nova Scotia, Nova Scotia0 ft🗓 Jun–Oct
About this site
Backcountry wilderness camping in Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Dramatic Atlantic headlands, moose and bald eagles.
Peak season temperatures
61°F
Avg high
55°F
Avg low
Verified historical climate data for this campsite location.
Wildlife in the area
Research-grade verified observations from iNaturalist near this campsite.
Snowshoe HareAtlantic Grey SealEastern Red-backed SalamanderAmerican Black Bear
Activities
BackpackingWhale WatchingMoose ViewingHiking
Amenities
Backcountry PermitBear BoxOcean Views
Site types
BackpackTent
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Quick facts
- Land manager
- Parks Canada / Provincial
- Fee
- $12/night
- Season
- Jun–Oct
- Elevation
- 0 ft
- Peak temps
- 55°–61°F
- Rating
- 4.7 (31)
- Coordinates
- 46.6934, -60.9712
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First come, first served. No reservation system. Verify current conditions and fire restrictions with the land manager before visiting.
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