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Smokey View
1. Smokey View
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66km from Sydney · 1 site
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.
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Live Life In Tents Campground
2. Live Life In Tents Campground
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77km from Sydney · 7 sites · Tents, RVs
This was one of the original homesteads in the Margarees. There was an old sawmill on site which was used to build the house and barn. It was sold to a man who started renovations for a summer house but ended up listing it for sale. I purchased it and completely renovated the 100-year-old house. Shortly after, my brother and I started an outfitting company with no plan of building a campground, but in 2017 we saw a great opportunity for building something unique. We wanted to keep a backwoods camping feel, but yet create it around a hostel-inspired environment. We launched June 1, 2018 and are in full swing now. We look forward to meeting you and will help you out in any way to make your trip here something to remember.
Adventure awaits at this eco-camping hostel offering a natural setting, overlooking a picturesque valley. This location offers close to off-grid camping with a twist of comfort; furnished Glamping tents, sleeping up to 4 people per tent on a queen bed with twin camping beds for extra guests. Cooking gear, bedding, and towels are provided. Each tent, located at this eco-hostel, has its own campfire pit, with a solar outdoor shower on site and beautiful views of the river valley.
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Island Point Resort
3. Island Point Resort
29km from Sydney · 2 sites
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.
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Full hookups
Oceanview RV Stop
4. Oceanview RV Stop
23km from Sydney · 1 site
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.
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Great Bras D'Or Waterside Camp
5. Great Bras D'Or Waterside Camp
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32km from Sydney · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
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.
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
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Kaia's lake home
6. Kaia's lake home
46km from Sydney · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
160 acres of forest and hiking. 3000ft of virgin lake on the south east coast of beautiful cape Breton. Upper Joseph marie lake. The lake
Is about a mile from the road. Set up your camp or tent by mobile home and explore the land. You can canoe or fish on lake 2hich navigates to lower Marie Joseph lake and to ocean.
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Empty Pocket Acres Wilderness Camp
7. Empty Pocket Acres Wilderness Camp
73km from Sydney · 1 site · Tent, RV
Empty Pocket Acres Wilderness Camping
Experience the quiet beauty of Cape Breton at Empty Pocket Acres, a peaceful wilderness retreat near Orangedale, Nova Scotia. Whether you're traveling by RV, campervan, trailer, or tent, this private campsite offers plenty of space to relax, reconnect with nature, and enjoy the slower pace of country life.
Set up on a grassy field surrounded by natural beauty, you'll have the Hipcamp all to yourself, making it the perfect getaway for families, couples, and outdoor enthusiasts. Wake up to fresh country air, spend the day exploring the surrounding area, and unwind around the campfire under a sky full of stars. Firewood is provided to help make your evenings even more enjoyable.
The site accommodates a variety of rigs up to 15 metres in length, including travel trailers, fifth wheels, toy haulers, campervans, truck campers, rooftop tents, and pop-up campers. The level grassy surface may require minor leveling for some setups, and the back-in site offers easy access for parking.
Pets are welcome and can join the adventure while kept on a leash. Potable water is available from a spigot, but guests should bring their own camping toilet, as there are no restroom facilities on-site.
Conveniently located in the heart of Cape Breton, Empty Pocket Acres makes a great basecamp for exploring the region's scenic drives, hiking trails, beaches, lakes, and charming local communities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful overnight stop or a relaxing wilderness escape, you'll find plenty of room to unplug and enjoy the natural beauty of Nova Scotia.
Come settle in, build a campfire, and experience the simple pleasures of wilderness camping at Empty Pocket Acres.
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
Spencer
3 weeks ago
18 ft Class B
With pets
One of best hip camps ever been to. Right on the water! Very quiet and private.
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Pierre
June 2026
21 ft Class B
With pets
Excellent spot, magnificent view and amenities. Blair did a great job to give us a fantastic night. The area is incredible and easy access.
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Charlene
June 2026
12 ft travel trailer
With pets
The view was great. We enjoyed walking on the rocky beach.
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Lori ACR
May 2026
6 ft travel trailer
Great location! Private with amazing view! Beautiful ocean sounds.
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Misha
May 2026
22 ft Class B
Perfect spot for a couple of nights. Well thought out with shady picnic bench and a fire pit area. The views were fantastic. Thoroughly recommend this site.
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John
September 2025
20 ft travel trailer
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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Stephanie
September 2025
14 ft travel trailer
With pets
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
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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Mark
August 2025
22 ft Class B
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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Stéfan
August 2025
12 ft travel trailer
With pets
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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Quincy
July 2025
20 ft Class B
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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Julianne
July 2025
24 ft Class C
With pets
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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Kyla
July 2025
25 ft Class C
Group trip
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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Michele
June 2025
20 ft Class B
Beautiful views and peace and quiet. Blair was helpful and friendly.
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Joerg
June 2025
25 ft Class B
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
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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