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Snow-covered island with spruce trees and a wooden pier on the Atlantic, Cape Smokey on the horizon

46°37’39.5”N 60°25’19.1”W

Aerial view of the Cape Smokey gondola base among frosted trees, with the ocean bay beyond

Some places are built.
Others discovered.

Cape Smokey is where the mountains meet the Atlantic. Set along Nova Scotia’s iconic Cabot Trail, it’s a place shaped by wild landscapes, ocean views and a different kind of mountain experience. Ride Atlantic Canada’s first gondola, explore the mountain by foot or ski, stay by the sea, and discover a destination that continues to grow while staying true to the landscape and character that make it unlike anywhere else.

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Skier carving down a groomed run above the Atlantic coast Skiing Snowboarder in mid-air above the snowy coastline Snowboarding Atlantic Gondola cabin above the green hillside and the ocean Gondola Paddle boarder on calm water near the rocky shore Paddle boarding Aerial view of a lake surrounded by autumn forest Kayaking Skier in a yellow jacket skiing powder between bare trees Glade Skiing Ski tourer skinning up a groomed slope with the bay and gondola behind Ski Touring Two snowshoers walking through a snowy birch forest Snowshoeing Hiker with binoculars and a white dog in the forest Hiking Trails Mountain biker riding through bright autumn forest Mountain Biking Player throwing a pink disc at a disc golf basket Disc Golf Mini golf course with a lighthouse model above the ocean Mini Golf Wooden lookout deck among birch trees above the blue ocean Lookouts Aerial view of islands covered in red and orange autumn trees on a calm lake Fall Colours The Cabot Trail winding down a snowy mountainside above the coast Cabot Trail Northern lights glowing over a still river lined with dark spruce trees Northern Lights The Milky Way rising over the dark ocean and rocky shore Stargazing Passengers in life jackets on a fast tour boat out on the ocean Guided Boat Tour Two paddlers in a red kayak on a still river below autumn-coloured hills Canoe Adventure Sailboat under full sail on the open Atlantic Yachting Aerial view of the Highlands Links golf course along the bay and Ingonish Beach Golf Angler fly fishing in a river below golden autumn trees Fishing Surfer carrying a board along the beach out of the waves Surfing Two riders on a jet ski speeding across the ocean Jet-Skiing Side-by-side ATV with headlights on, driving a forest trail between birch trees Trail-blazing By ATV Fiddlers and musicians performing on stage at the Celtic Colours festival Seasonal Events Aerial view of Hawley Lake surrounded by autumn forest Hawley Lake Two snowmobilers riding a groomed trail through snow-laden spruce forest Snowmobile Angler drilling a hole in the lake ice at dusk, lit cottages behind Ice Fishing Cormorants drying their wings on rocks at the water’s edge Wildlife Watching Whale tail rising out of the dark blue ocean Whale Watching Scallops searing in a cast-iron pan Taste of the Region Shoppers at a farmer’s market stall with fresh strawberries, plums and vegetables Seasonal Farmer’s Markets Maple syrup in a maple-leaf bottle and small jars on a sunny windowsill Maple Harvest Traditions Pink and purple lupins blooming in front of spruce trees Wildflowers Aerial view of the Fortress of Louisbourg on the coast Heritage & History Band with guitars and keyboard playing live to an audience Music Nights Person on a zip line platform above autumn forest Zip Line Tennis racket raised above a blue outdoor court lined with trees Tennis Aerial view of a long sandy beach between the ocean and green dunes Beach Walks

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Smokey & Martock Sessions poster SMOKEY & MARTOCK SESSIONS Aug 2 & July 30 This summer, Martock and Cape Smokey come together for a new live music experience celebrating the artists, places... Cape Smokey Gondola overlooking the ocean Cape Smokey & Cormorant Rock: The Ultimate Cabot Trail Escape Where the Mountains Meet the Atlantic If you've ever dreamed of waking up to the sound of the ocean, spending your day exploring mountain trails, and... Smokey Sessions headliner - Joel Plaskett Joel Plaskett to Headline Smokey Sessions at Smokey Saturday, August 2 Smokey is proud to announce that acclaimed Canadian singer-songwriter Joel Plaskett will headline Smokey Sessions on... Golf & Stay experiences around Cape Smokey Where to Stay & Play: Golf Experiences Around Cape Smokey Cape Smokey has always been known for its landscape - where ocean, mountains, and open space come together in a way... Aerial view of Cape Smokey with snow-covered slopes overlooking the ocean, showcasing rugged coastline and winter landscape. A Season That Really Delivered - One Last Weekend | Final Day: April 25 Final day: April 25 As we head into the final weekend, we want to take a moment to say thank you - genuinely. To our entire Smokey team...

Where to stay at Smokey

Wake up by the Atlantic, with Cape Smokey just moments away. From contemporary ocean-front chalets at Cormorant Rock to the relaxed seaside setting of Lantern Hill & Hollow, staying at Smokey means keeping the mountain, the ocean and the Cabot Trail right outside your door.

Come for the views.
Stay for everything around them.

Plan your stay
Cormorant Rock chalets on the rocky shore beside the Atlantic Cormorant Rock White cottages of Lantern Hill and Hollow overlooking the bay Lantern Hill and Hollow Red Head cliffs and coastline from above Red Head Moose Hotel exterior rendering Coming soon Moose Hotel

Same mountain different seasons

Visitor in a gondola cabin above bright red and orange autumn forest See the colours from above. Plan your visit Sunset over a forested river valley in the Cape Breton Highlands Summer from above. Plan your visit Snowy ski runs on the mountainside above the shore Winter from above. Plan your visit

SMOKEY MAP

46.62° N  ·  60.43° W

SELECT ANY COMBINATION · layers can be visible together

HIKING TRAILS KAYAK / PADDLE BOARDING HIKING · CS2 HIKING · CS3 HIKING · CS4 HIKING · IDH1 / HAWLEY LAKE Gondola · Base ATLANTIC GONDOLA SNOWMOBILE TRAILS POMA The Cube Marina Phase I CAMPGROUND GOLF CLUBHOUSE HAWLEY LAKE · CANOE / SUP BIKE PARK VIA FERRATA HOTEL · SPA · WATERFRONT P1 P2 P · MARINA ALPINE COASTER · A / B HIKING · HIGHLANDS LOOP HIKING · SUMMIT / HAWLEY LAKE HIKING · EASTERN CONNECTION C1 C3 C5 C7 E1 E2 E3 E4 E5 E6 E7 E8 E9 D1 D2 Lift C Lift D Lift E CORMORANT ROCK ATLANTIC OCEAN TOP OF THE MOUNTAIN CABOT TRAIL CABOT TRAIL

Layers & legend

CAPE SMOKEY · NOVA SCOTIA

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ACTIVITIES

SKI RUN DIFFICULTY

  • EASY
  • MODERATE
  • VERY DIFFICULT
  • MOST DIFFICULT
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Trails

WINTER · TRAIL DIRECTORY

TRAILS

16 numbered routes from the KMZ

  1. 01Bunny HillEASY
  2. 02Country MileEASY
  3. 03Racers EdgeMODERATE
  4. 04Hecklers HighwayMODERATE
  5. 05BoomerangMODERATE
  6. 06Racing PitchMODERATE
  7. 07Chicken ChuteMODERATE
  8. 08Jigs & ReelsEASY + MODERATE
  9. 09Sneek A PeekEASY
  10. 10Pit FallVERY DIFFICULT
  11. 11Cliff HangerMOST DIFFICULT
  12. 12Check Me ShortsMOST DIFFICULT
  13. 13Hickory Dickory & DockVERY DIFFICULT
  14. 14Far SideMODERATE
  15. 15Snowboard HeavenMODERATE
  16. 16ChokerMOST DIFFICULT

10 · 11 · 12 · 13 · 16 NOT GROOMED

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SKI DIFFICULTY
Same colors for current + future

●  Beginner / easy
Green · current + future

■  Medium / intermediate
Blue · current + future

◆  Difficult / advanced
Black · current + future

Lifts · gondolas · POMA
Same navy cable style

C / D / E codes identify future runs. Ratings follow the conceptual master plan.

  • Summer trails · copper
  • Alpine Coaster · red
  • Snowmobile · purple
  • Cabot Trail · main road

SUMMER TRAIL NETWORK

Copper · all hiking + biking trails

Red · Alpine Coaster options A / B

Solid · hiking / downhill MTB

Dashed · Enduro mountain biking

Click a point or route for information.

FUTURE OF SMOKEY

SKI EXPANSION
Connected ski corridors
Lifts C / D / E

SUMMER EXPANSION
Golf · campground · recreation

SUMMIT EXPERIENCES
Mi’kmaw Basket Tower
The Cube · Tree Walk

SEASIDE VILLAGE
Marina · hotel · spa
Roads · parking · waterfront

CORMORANT ROCK
Chalet footprints · decks
Roads and pedestrian access

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