Cape Breton Highlands
Alexander Graham Bell, Cape Breton's famous resident, once said "I have traveled around the globe. I have seen the Canadian and American Rockies, the Andes, the Alps and the Highlands of Scotland, but for simple beauty, Cape Breton outrivals them all." His praise surely extended to the national park occupying its northern edges. Home to the illustrious Cabot Trail, a 185-mile-long scenic highway named after the explorer who discovered Canada’s Cape Breton Island, the park’s rugged coastline, forested plateaus, canyon views, and verdant highlands are marvelous sights to behold, with multiple hiking trails offering unforgettable vistas – don’t be surprised to see pods of whales frolicking offshore or bald eagles soaring above the curvy coast. Also, unlike most on our list, this Maritime Canada destination is great to visit all year long, offering summer beach fun, autumn hiking and biking through brilliant leaves, and quiet skiing on powdery winter snow.
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