07/20 to 07/23 2025 Trip to Canada - Part Three

2025 Trip to Canada Part Three

July 20 to July 23   

This is part 3 of 5 describing my trip through three of the ten provinces of Canada (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island). I'm tempted to get another map of Canada and knock off bucket-list stickers on my RV like I did with the good ol' USA, but I think that ship has sailed. The WOW moments, however, continue. What originally was to be three posts has turned into five. Reducing the many photographs to a few has been a challenge.

Averaging 200 mile drives between campgrounds and driving along the Trans-Canada Highway has been breathtaking and surprisingly, not tiring. Endless views of wilderness; truly a humbling experience. These are the three provincial flags:

Nova Scotia.

New Brunswick. 

Prince Edward Island

C. Bras d'Or Lakes Campground - 3 Nights

Inlet Baddeck, Nova Scotia

Situated directly on the lake, Bras d’Or Campground, is a UNESCO-designated Biosphere Reserve that has over 500 feet of private saltwater lakefront,

There are 93 serviced RV and tent sites with 15/30/50‑amp hookups, water, sewer, and pull-through configurations. There are also 6 camper cabins—3 deluxe and 3 basic—with high‑speed Wi‑Fi access available at every site and cabin.

Located about 3 miles west of the village of Baddeck, right off Trans‑Canada Highway 105, the campground serves as an ideal base camp for exploring Cape Breton, including the Cabot Trail.

Morning coffee as usual

Located inside The Water's Edge Inn, The Freight Shed: Waterside Bistro & Market was one of the dining spots enjoyed by all.

L. to R. Charlie, Tony, Susan, Sue, Ray, Jim, Pat, Tom, Vicki, Gene, Doreen, Jack.

Filet Medallion Steak with a Peppercorn demi-glace, roasted potatoes and vegetables. Yeah, I already took a bite.

Afterwards, a walk along the pier.

This 48' high lighthouse is on the 35-acre Kidston Island, accessible only by boat about 900 feet away and named the Kidston Lighthouse. It's one of the rare lighthouses that is owned by a village not the federal government. The original was built in 1875 and replaced by this one in 1912 and is visible up to 6 nautical miles. .

Another day we drove hours along route 30 to view the sights along the famous Cabot Trail. We stopped for lunch at Harbour Restaurant and Bar.

Out the window of the restaurant, a pier not to be walked on.

The Cheticamp Harbour Range Front Light located on the boardwalk at the rear of the restaurant was decommissioned and no longer used as a navigational lighthouse.

We continued north up the coast to Cape Breton, NS. Some of the group made the long, 183 mile trip around the island. The famous Cabot Trail along the coast is said to be the most scenic and culturally rich destinations in the country; coastal cliffs, highland plateaus and "quaint" villages along the way. My 80+ photos will be reduced to a few.

Looking north along route 30, the unincorporated village of St. Joseph du Moine.

Looking back we went through the Villages of Margaree.

Looking north with a very strong hold-onto-your-hat wind.

Looking south. Rugged and not a sign of a sandy beach.

At one point, we took a slight "off road" turn and Jack decided he wanted to test the 4-wheel drive on his new truck. So, Gene/Sue and I hung on for the ride.

A very rocky shore with rocks worn smooth by eons of wave action.

Before turning back, we stopped at the Aucoin Bakery in the Cheticamp region. With lines to the door, I did manage to purchase delicious memories that will accompany me and my morning coffee.

Everything baked on premises since 1959.

On the way back home, a stop at Flora's ice cream and gift shop...as did

...six little Indians all in a row.

From the road and well below us, gentle waves on this beach teased the eyes and drew your view upward and treated them to an even more awesome view. 

An idyllic cove with a sprawling expanse of sand that ended at the foot of...

...a massive cliff overlooking the Northumberland Strait to the west. The hiking path up to the top is faintly visible.

Our time is up and we're off to Campground D on the map above, King Neptune Campground, 394 miles and 4 hours away. Petro Canada and Irving Fuel are the predominant suppliers of diesel fuel in Canada and converted has averaged $4.33/gallon. See you in Indian Harbor, NS.

"I have traveled the globe. I have seen the Canadian and American Rockies, the Andes, the Alps and the Highlands of Scotland, but for simple beauty, Cape Breton outrivals them all." ~~Alexander Graham Bell whose estate, Beinn Bhreagh, overlooked lake Bras d'Or.