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Great Bras D'Or Waterside Camp

1. Great Bras D'Or Waterside Camp

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32km from Sydney · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Ross Ferry, NS
Nicely treed with grassy clearings, this waterfront property has a pebble beach, with stunning views down the Great Bras D'Or Channel. At the beach, there’s swimming and fishing, shell searching, rock-skipping. Walk 100m down the beach to the Ross Ferry Marine Park where you’ll find shaded walking-trails, an outdoor fitness gym, and a jungle-gym with a slide for kids. Anyone who feels bold enough can jump off the wharf! There is also a boat launch that can be used (for a small donation to the Ross Ferry Marine Park. Guests of all campsites will have communal access to a small cabin close to the road in SUMMER TIMES ONLY. The interior of the cabin and the water are shut down in September. The cabin has power and water (AC cord can be run from the exterior outlet, and a hose can be attached to the exterior tap). Guests are free to use the small basic kitchen, bathroom, large deck and small living room, but the cabin is not for sleeping. There is no regular cleaning service, so guests are responsible for keeping the communal spaces clean.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
CA$35
 / night
Oceanview RV Stop

2. Oceanview RV Stop

23km from Sydney · 1 site · RV · Glace Bay, NS
The Cape Breton Miners Museum is home to the profound stories of miners and their families—the communities born and raised by the flame of the coal fire, and the resource that helped build a nation. We are also the proud home of the Men of the Deeps. //
Pets
Trash
from 
CA$35
 / night
Island Point Resort

3. Island Point Resort

29km from Sydney · 3 sites · RVs · Southside Boularderie, NS
Island Point Resort is perfectly suited for: Family Vacations, Fishing or Boating. Getaways Retreats Quiet vacation spot to unwind. This peaceful resort tucked in on the shore of the Little Bras d’Or at Island Point Harbor. We are located 25min from Newfoundland ferry terminal. We are mainly a seasonal RV resort with some rental cabins. We have plenty of parking, boat ramp and small dock. Swimming raft and moorings for boats. Feel free to reach out to Jon at 902-322-1824 via call or text for more information.
Pets
Potable water
Campfires
from 
CA$50
 / night
Ocean front property in Victoria county

4. Smokey View

100%
(44)
66km from Sydney · 1 site · RV · Sydney, NS
At the other side of the harbour is Ingonish Ferry. At one time the road around the harbour did not exist. People, horses and goods came across the bar by means of a ferry. There were many wharves with wooden ships tied up. The long white building on the corner used to be on the bar. A walk along the bar will award you with a view of the Keltic Lodge. Continue straight at the corner and you will find a trail that will take you to Ingonish beach.
Pets
Campfires
Trash
from 
CA$60
 / night
88% (55)

Top-rated campgrounds

Great Bras D'Or Waterside Camp

1. Great Bras D'Or Waterside Camp

100%
(1)
32km from Sydney · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Ross Ferry, NS
Nicely treed with grassy clearings, this waterfront property has a pebble beach, with stunning views down the Great Bras D'Or Channel. At the beach, there’s swimming and fishing, shell searching, rock-skipping. Walk 100m down the beach to the Ross Ferry Marine Park where you’ll find shaded walking-trails, an outdoor fitness gym, and a jungle-gym with a slide for kids. Anyone who feels bold enough can jump off the wharf! There is also a boat launch that can be used (for a small donation to the Ross Ferry Marine Park. Guests of all campsites will have communal access to a small cabin close to the road in SUMMER TIMES ONLY. The interior of the cabin and the water are shut down in September. The cabin has power and water (AC cord can be run from the exterior outlet, and a hose can be attached to the exterior tap). Guests are free to use the small basic kitchen, bathroom, large deck and small living room, but the cabin is not for sleeping. There is no regular cleaning service, so guests are responsible for keeping the communal spaces clean.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
CA$35
 / night
Oceanview RV Stop

2. Oceanview RV Stop

23km from Sydney · 1 site · RV · Glace Bay, NS
The Cape Breton Miners Museum is home to the profound stories of miners and their families—the communities born and raised by the flame of the coal fire, and the resource that helped build a nation. We are also the proud home of the Men of the Deeps. //
Pets
Trash
from 
CA$35
 / night
Island Point Resort

3. Island Point Resort

29km from Sydney · 3 sites · RVs · Southside Boularderie, NS
Island Point Resort is perfectly suited for: Family Vacations, Fishing or Boating. Getaways Retreats Quiet vacation spot to unwind. This peaceful resort tucked in on the shore of the Little Bras d’Or at Island Point Harbor. We are located 25min from Newfoundland ferry terminal. We are mainly a seasonal RV resort with some rental cabins. We have plenty of parking, boat ramp and small dock. Swimming raft and moorings for boats. Feel free to reach out to Jon at 902-322-1824 via call or text for more information.
Pets
Potable water
Campfires
from 
CA$50
 / night
Ocean front property in Victoria county

4. Smokey View

100%
(44)
66km from Sydney · 1 site · RV · Sydney, NS
At the other side of the harbour is Ingonish Ferry. At one time the road around the harbour did not exist. People, horses and goods came across the bar by means of a ferry. There were many wharves with wooden ships tied up. The long white building on the corner used to be on the bar. A walk along the bar will award you with a view of the Keltic Lodge. Continue straight at the corner and you will find a trail that will take you to Ingonish beach.
Pets
Campfires
Trash
from 
CA$60
 / night

Stories from the community

Landing is 25 feet deep to bank, 30 feet wide.
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John
September 2025
20 ft travel trailer
Weekend Trip to Smokey View
This was a truly exceptional spot with a beautiful view out over the water. On one side was a grassy area and steps leading down to the water's edge; on the other a hidden away picnic table and a firepit with bench and firewood supplied. Blair was welcoming and helpful with suggestions for things to do in the area. Highly, highly recommended.
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Landing is 25 feet deep to bank, 30 feet wide.
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Stephanie
September 2025
14 ft travel trailer
With pets
3 nights at Smokey View
The host was accommodating and friendly. The site was fantastic and the photos don't do it justice. We're already hoping to stay here again the next time we come up the CBI.
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Lauren
August 2025
16 ft Class B
3 nights at Smokey View
Blair’s spot is AMAZING!! This was our last camping spot while traveling around and camping on Cape Breton along the Cabot Trail and it was our favorite, hands down!! Blair was so helpful sharing some tips with us on some local spots or easy ways to access things, and the site itself was incredible! A great location for getting to the nearby beaches and beautiful natural views, but it was also so quiet and sp private. We loved the sunny grassy area for relaxing in the afternoon and we also loved watching all of the sea birds and fishing boats through the day. The picnic table was in a cozy spot tucked under beautiful trees with a view of the water and cape across the bay. The way the sunlight hits the cliffs in the late afternoon late across the water was absolutely breathtaking. We even saw a bald eagle! The star gazing was fantastic at night. We could go on and on. We will be back to Cape Breton again hopefully very soon and would definitely love to stay here again!
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Landing is 25 feet deep to bank, 30 feet wide.
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Mark
August 2025
22 ft Class B
1 night at Smokey View
What a fantastic overnight spot! Lovely view out to the bay from a secluded spot just off a quiet road. Blair has family history in the area and recommended some great local walks. Highly recommended.
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Smokey View
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Stéfan
August 2025
12 ft travel trailer
With pets
3 nights at Smokey View
Wow!! Le plus spectaculaire site que nous ayons eu!! Directement sur le bord de l'eau avec même une petite plage privée dans la baie😍 Tout était parfait! On était à quelques pas de la belle grande plage d'Ingonish! Et que dire de notre hôte! Blair a été tellement gentil et attentionné. Il a pris le temps de discuter avec nous et nous a ciblé des sentiers et endroits à visiter selon nos intérêts! On s'est senti comme de la famille! Il y avait un joli petit espace pour se faire un feu, mais étant donné la sécheresse, nous n'avons malheureusement pas pu en faire. Nous recommandons à 100%!
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Landing is 25 feet deep to bank, 30 feet wide.
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Quincy
July 2025
20 ft Class B
2 nights at Smokey View
This was a lovely little spot tucked in right near Ingonish. Blair was a great host and we loved our stay!
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Landing is 25 feet deep to bank, 30 feet wide.
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Julianne
July 2025
24 ft Class C
With pets
Weekend Trip to Smokey View
Smokey View is in a beautiful spot. We enjoyed local hikes and sights as well as just hanging out at the RV site and walking and swimming at the beach nearby. Once we figured that we were indeed going to be able to fit our 24 ft Class C RV in the site and the slope to the site was actually quite minimal, we settled in comfortably. Blair was very friendly and informative. We really enjoyed time spent just chatting about life and left feeling like we have a new friend.
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Morning swim
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Kyla
July 2025
25 ft Class C
Group trip
2 nights at Smokey View
Blair's spot is perfect and he is a kind and generous host! He has great knowledge of the area, lots of excellent tips for food, trails, and rainy day activities. Our family with three teenagers loved it there. We walked to the Ingonish Beach, which was a gentle fifteen minutes. We swam in the ocean and then hopped into the freshwater lake right next door. We only spent two nights as we are cramming in as much as we can, but I would have loved to stay for more!
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Landing is 25 feet deep to bank, 30 feet wide.
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Michele
June 2025
20 ft Class B
Weekend Trip to Smokey View
Beautiful views and peace and quiet. Blair was helpful and friendly.
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Joerg
June 2025
25 ft Class B
2 nights at Smokey View
One of the most beautiful places we have ever stood at. Blair is also a very friendly and helpful person! He created a magical place! Thank you Blair!!!
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PETER
May 2025
22 ft Class B
1 night at Smokey View
Blair is a wonderful host. Extremely helpful and accommodating. The site is beautifully situated and well-equipped. In summary: an unreservedly recommendable campsite in a prime location with an extremely friendly host.
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