Middle Head
Cape Breton Highlands National Park
The trail follows a long, narrow peninsula separating two ocean bays, ending on headland cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Cape Smokey and Ingonish Island.
There are opportunities to see seabirds, seals, whales and eagles, as well as fishing boats in the early summer.
| Length | 5.3 km / 3.3 mi (return) |
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| Rating | Easy ![]() |
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| Elevation | 10 - 55 m (32 - 180 ft) | |
| Time | 1.5 - 2 hours | |
| Significant features | Coastal headland and vegetation Interpretive loop. Mostly level with short climbs. Some rocky, rugged sections. |
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| Trailhead | Just beyond the Keltic Lodge (civic address: 383 Keltic In Road, Ingonish) Lat: 46.655391 Long: -60.372142 |

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