Cape Smokey
A towering headland south of Ingonish, often wreathed in cloud. A provincial park trail leads to cliffs 300 metres high.
Cape Smokey gets its name from the fog that often covers its summit. Here the Cabot Trail climbs sharply through the steepest bend of the loop. At the top, the provincial park has a picnic area and a round-trip cliff trail of about 11 km, with views over Ingonish Bay and Middle Head. Bald eagles are often seen here. In winter the cape hosts a rare seaside ski area for Nova Scotia, and the summit has a seasonal observation gondola.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Ingonish Beach
- Keltic Lodge & Middle Head Trail
- Franey Trail
- Mary Ann Falls
- Neils Harbour Lighthouse
- Cape Breton Highlands National Park
- Lone Shieling
- Bay St. Lawrence