About this experience
Drive along the forest service roads through the beautiful mountains of Cape Breton. Learn about the mountains, the people who worked in them from the past to the present, and keep an eye out for moose and other wildlife as you make your way to North River Falls, the highest falls in Nova Scotia.
Leave the Jeep at the trailhead and walk (with your guide) 15 minutes down an ATV trail to the lookout, where you'll enjoy a beautiful view of this triple-decker falls.
There's an option to hike to the bottom of the falls for intermediate-advanced hikers, or you can choose to explore more hidden gems in the Margaree Valley.
If heading back to the valley to explore: Hike out, hop in the Jeep, and head down into Margaree Valley to discover scenic gems only found with a local guide!
If hiking to the bottom: Continue 30-40 minutes down the mountain to the base of the falls to get a better look and feel the spray of the falls up close, then make your way back up to the Jeep and head out.
At a glance
- Duration: 6 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 6 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What is included
- Private transportation
- Removable Roof
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Able to add a Dancing Goat Lunch or Breakfast to any tour for an extra (discounted) fee. Please Contact CBBA to add a food or drink.
- Restroom on board
- WiFi on board
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
Climb up Fraser's Mountain to Valley View Chalets, where you will behold a beautiful panoramic view of the Margaree Valley below. Here, you will learn about the ancient land you are standing on and discover fascinating history about the family that lived there 200 years ago.
Ascend into the Cape Breton Highlands Forest Service roads. Look for Moose and other wild animals while you travel along the mountaintops via graded dirt roads to reach one of the most spectacular spots on Cape Breton Island.
Walk 15 minutes down an ATV trail (which may be a little muddy after rainy days) to reach a beautiful lookout point overlooking the largest waterfall in Nova Scotia, North River Falls. There's an option to hike to the bottom of the falls for intermediate to advanced hikers, or you can choose to explore more hidden gems in the Margaree Valley.
Get lost (with your guide) in the roads of Margaree. Climb through the mountains, stop at beautiful views and hidden gems, cruise along the world renowned Margaree River and learn the history of the area.
Meeting and pickup information
- We are 1hr-30 min from the Cruise Port. Contact to request special pick up. Turn off Highway 105 (Exit 7) to Cabot Trail Highway. Drive The Cabot Trail for 32km until Two Macs Gallery. You are welcome inside the Gallery to browse or shop but please do not plan to wait for your guide inside the shop
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Cape Breton Backcountry Adventures
Accessibility and practical details
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Questions about this experience
How long is this experience?
Which guide languages are listed?
What ticket format is listed?
What ticket age bands are listed?
What accessibility information is provided?
What is the cancellation policy?
Traveller reviews and photos
Traveller experiences load when you reach this section.
