Louisbourg Lighthouse Trail — Attraction in Louisbourg

The restoration of this landmark trail has begun after Hurricane Fiona devastated the area 2 years ago. The first stretch of the trail has been moved inland and widened into a smooth pressed gravel walking path suitable to people of all abilities. It is at times heartbreaking to see the devastation Fiona caused along the shoreline and to the forest. Bits of the original path are visible and signage has not yet been restored. The loop portion has not been addressed and while it is accessible, it is not recommended to walk it as it is missing vital pieces that have washed away. The second part of the trail is a rough hiking trail which has only been restored to the first lookout. After the lookout, the trail is barred by fallen trees and has not been restored. I look forward to seeing the progression of the restoration of this trail as it encorporates Fiona as part of...

This is a must do trail for anyone who loves in the area or looking to visit! One of our absolute favourites. Be sure to pack water a sweater and sunscreen. The fog rolls in quickly here but the weather can change in a dime. Along the outer perimeters of the trail there isn’t much coverage; and so, be such to take caution and apply sunscreen because you’ll likely get a sun burn. Also the trail goes much further than the rocky beach where most folks stop, but be careful if it rains it often does not dry up as quickly along the enclosed wooded trails so it can become swampy, muddy, messy etc. —...

Love the place. It is gorgeous on any picture shooting here. Dark blue sea with strongly white waves continuously crashing on the rocky shore. Lighthouse looks lonely but stunning, especially in evening sunlight. The wood walk-broads are really cute and benches along the trails are really useful and comfortable. That is not mentioned that there are lots of cranberry red-riping around the lighthouse's standing area in October is interesting for someone love natural...