Canso Canal
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JenniferandAlan
Easton, PA718 contributions
Jul 2019
Every summer for many years we drive to Newfoundland from PA and so cross the green swing bridge under the welcome to Cape Breton sign. The bridge connects mainland Nova Scotia to Cape Breton Island. Our trip isn't complete without stopping at the pullout before the bridge. We climb the hill with the graves and tombstones so old that you can barely make out the letters to the lighthouse. From there we get a good view of the canal and the locks that equalize the water level so a vessel can pass. There is a control tower. The bridge actually swings or pivots so a vessel can pass through. How interesting. Good views of the water from the lighthouse too. It is worth the climb.
Written March 1, 2020
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chiangmaicharlies
Chiang Mai, Thailand5,650 contributions
Jul 2017 • Couples
Quite an interesting canal, particularly if a boat goes through and the road is closed, as happened to us.
Written July 11, 2017
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Trek-Always
Alpharetta, GA2,510 contributions
Aug 2015 • Couples
As you come across the causeway from Cape Breton, there is a place to stop on the right safely just after the bridge that goes over the canal. You have to watch closely, and it is a highway so safety is key here. I missed it the first time and had to cross back over to hit it on the second try.
This is one impressive structure. It contains 10,000,000 tons of rock. It is 800 feet wide at the base. The causeway is 200 feet deep. The causeway prevents ice from entering the strait of Canso.
The navigation lock is needed so ships can pass into the waterway.
Worth a stop to see it and understand how it was done.
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This is one impressive structure. It contains 10,000,000 tons of rock. It is 800 feet wide at the base. The causeway is 200 feet deep. The causeway prevents ice from entering the strait of Canso.
The navigation lock is needed so ships can pass into the waterway.
Worth a stop to see it and understand how it was done.
If this review is helpful then please indicate so below.
Written August 17, 2015
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Alex M
Kitchener, Canada160 contributions
Aug 2021
This is good place for views, stop for a local meal and a good pit stop before moving on to your destination.
Written August 20, 2021
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laboswell
Franconia, NH118 contributions
Sep 2018 • Friends
Cross the canal to Cape Breton and you are entering heaven. The canal is scenic and a few pictures are necessary.
Written September 16, 2018
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Edward W
Ottawa, Canada1,643 contributions
Apr 2017
There is not necessarily a lot to see here, though there are a couple of information boards nearby. It is more approachable when leaving the island as there is an easy turn off to go into the parking area. Most of the canal itself is fenced off, so there is less to see than at some canals and visitors cannot get as close.
Written April 12, 2017
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bbhalifax
Port Hawkesbury, Canada91 contributions
Oct 2016 • Family
This is the spot where my husband and I usually take the kids fishing and recently - a few of our friends were fortunate enough to get video of some whales near the canal! How cool is that!
Written October 28, 2016
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Marie R
Niagara Falls, Canada1,119 contributions
Oct 2015 • Couples
We just returned from a road trip to the East Coast during what has to be the most beautiful time of the year! Colors of gold, orange and red surround the waters like a painting!
Very picturesque area.
Very picturesque area.
Written October 23, 2015
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Amanda L
Sturgeon Falls, Canada59 contributions
Jul 2015
Worth taking some pictures! The area is beautiful and quaint! Loved seeing the water surrounded by rocks on either side!
Written July 11, 2015
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Ben B
Calgary, Canada14,381 contributions
Oct 2019
I guess to have a fixed link to Cape Breton Island, it wasn't just a causeway they had to build. There's a large mine next door to the causeway, and big ships need in and out. We would have loved to see the turning bridge in action (even with the traffic disturbance it would cause) but no luck.
Written November 16, 2019
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margmarie2
Truro, Canada
Are the mackerel running and where around the causeway can you fish
We are interested in knowing about sailing through Canso Canal on the way to PEI?
Pauline M
Lakeland, FL190 contributions
Contact the harbour authority to pass through the canal right now there is construction going on
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- Hotels near Canso Canal:
- (0.21 mi) Capeway Motel
- (1.39 mi) The Cove Motel & Restaurant
- (1.38 mi) Cove Motel
- (8.81 mi) A B&B by the River
- (3.73 mi) Maritime Inn Port Hawkesbury
- Restaurants near Canso Canal:
- (0.56 mi) Mariner Dining Room
- (3.73 mi) Miller's Tap and Grill
- (1.10 mi) A&W Restaurant
- (3.58 mi) Fleur-de-Lis Tea Room and Dining Room
- (1.13 mi) Port Hawkesbury Motel
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