Hike the Salt Mountain Trail on the Bras d'Or Lake

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About the Bras D'Or Lake

Located in the centre of Cape Breton Island, Bras d'Or Lake almost splits the land in two. At 1,099 square km and 95 km long, Bras d'Or is the largest lake in Nova Scotia. A saltwater inland-sea, it has two canals that introduce both salt water and a variety of marine life to the lake. Recreation activities on the lake include fishing, boating, swimming and camping.

Hiking the Salt Mountain Trail

Stretch your legs, and double your viewing pleasure! Look out over the Bras d’Or Lakes and the Skye River Valley from the top of Salt Mountain in Whycocomagh Provincial Park, located at the western head of St. Patrick’s Channel. The 2.4 kilometre Salt Mountain Trail is also an ideal vantage point for Bald Eagle watching.

In order to access the Salt Mountain Trail drive to the Whycocomagh Provincial Park which is located just 0.4 km (0.25 mi.) east of the village of Whycocomagh on Highway 105. Park your car at the campground and follow the route signs to the start of the trail.