Road Trip Antigonish to Cape George – Highland Heart Loop
Antigonish
Cape George
80
km
1h30
drive
All seasons
season
The Itinerary
Nicknamed the "Mini Cabot Trail," the Cape George loop (Sunrise Trail) follows the Northumberland Strait coast with views of Prince Edward Island.
Antigonish hosts the oldest Highland Games outside Scotland (since 1861). Cape George Lighthouse offers a panoramic view of St. George's Bay and the strait. Lakevale Beach and Crystal Cliffs pace the loop. The region is a Scottish stronghold — Gaelic still spoken, Celtic festivals. Best in autumn for the colours.
Antigonish hosts the oldest Highland Games outside Scotland (since 1861). Cape George Lighthouse offers a panoramic view of St. George's Bay and the strait. Lakevale Beach and Crystal Cliffs pace the loop. The region is a Scottish stronghold — Gaelic still spoken, Celtic festivals. Best in autumn for the colours.
Points of Interest
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Cape George LighthouseBelvédère sur St. George's Bay et l'Î.-P.-É.
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Antigonish Highland GamesPlus anciens jeux écossais hors d'Écosse, depuis 1861.
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Crystal CliffsFalaises de gypse blanc, vue spectaculaire.
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St. Francis Xavier UniversityCampus historique à Antigonish, gaélique enseigné.
Practical info
- Departure Antigonish
- Destination Cape George
- Distance 80 km
- Duration 1h30
- Category Short (< 100 km)
- Best season All seasons
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