Skyline Trail, Hiking trail in Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Nova Scotia, Canada.
The 7.5-kilometer path leads through coastal cliffs and forested areas to reach an observation deck overlooking the Gulf of St. Lawrence.
The Cape Breton Highlands National Park, established in 1936, introduced this trail as part of Canada's initiative to preserve natural landscapes.
The Mi'kmaq people maintain deep connections to this land, using traditional paths across these highlands for generations before the modern trail.
The boardwalk sections protect rare plant species, including bearberries, while guiding visitors safely through the sensitive mountain ecosystem.
Morning hikers frequently encounter moose along the path, while evening visitors can observe whales migrating through the Gulf waters below.
Location: Nova Scotia
Elevation above the sea: 455 m
GPS coordinates: 46.74200,-60.88100
Latest update: May 11, 2025 04:48
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