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Cape Breton parks directory
Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Canada
Find Cape Breton, Nova Scotia parks and open spaces, with individual descriptions, recorded facilities, photos where verified and Google Maps.
Key information
Browse 78 park and open-space sections for Cape Breton. Search a name, street or recorded feature, then open that place’s map. The source scope and any missing information are explained below.
On this page
What this directory covers
| Detail | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Individual sections | 78 |
| Source scope | Every outdoor destination in CBRM’s published Parks, Trails & Green Spaces lists: playgrounds, skateparks, trails, dog parks, boardwalks and walking tracks. Shared exact addresses are grouped while retaining every record. Indoor facilities are excluded. This is complete within the published lists, but an exhaustive municipal land inventory has not been verified. |
| Coverage limits | All entries in the stated source scope are included. This does not establish current public access. |
Every outdoor destination in CBRM’s published Parks, Trails & Green Spaces lists: playgrounds, skateparks, trails, dog parks, boardwalks and walking tracks. Shared exact addresses are grouped while retaining every record. Indoor facilities are excluded. This is complete within the published lists, but an exhaustive municipal land inventory has not been verified.
Recorded facilities can be seasonal, closed or out of service. A blank field means not confirmed. A map point may mark park land rather than a public or accessible entrance.
Sources: CBRM full parks, trails and green spaces list · CBRM walking trails and outdoor spaces map
Find a park
Search the recorded names, streets, descriptions and facilities. Each result has its own section and map links. Only the places on the current page are downloaded.
Some pins mark park land rather than an entrance. Official park pages have current visiting details.
1 to 20 of 78 places
Alexandra Street Playground
555 Alexandra St., Sydney
Alexandra Street Playground is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in Sydney.
The municipality lists a playground at this location.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Playgrounds
- Community
- Sydney
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Andrew MacKinnon Memorial Skatepark
24 Mt Kemmel St., Sydney
Andrew MacKinnon Memorial Skatepark is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in Sydney.
This location is listed as a skatepark.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Skateparks
- Community
- Sydney
- City location note
- , next to Shipyard Elementary
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Argyle Street (Court Street) Playground
24 Court St., Sydney
Argyle Street (Court Street) Playground is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in Sydney.
The municipality lists a playground at this location.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Playgrounds
- Community
- Sydney
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Atlantic Street (Hospital Street) Playground
150-198 Hospital St., Sydney
Atlantic Street (Hospital Street) Playground is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in Sydney.
The municipality lists a playground at this location.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Playgrounds
- Community
- Sydney
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Atlantic Street Track
90 Cabot St., Sydney
Atlantic Street Track is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in Sydney.
The city lists this site in its walking tracks, boardwalks and ballfields section.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Boardwalks, Walking Tracks and Ballfields
- Community
- Sydney
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Baille Ard Trail
Street address not supplied by the source
Baille Ard Trail is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality.
It is listed among local trails. The municipal list marks only Greenlink, Renwick Brook and Scotchtown Summit as CBRM-maintained trails.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Trails
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Birch Hill Playground
505 Birch Hill Dr., Sydney
Birch Hill Playground is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in Sydney.
The municipality lists a playground at this location.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Playgrounds
- Community
- Sydney
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Black Diamond Ball Fields, Soccer Field and Walking Track
79 East Ave., Glace Bay
Black Diamond Ball Fields, Soccer Field and Walking Track is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in Glace Bay.
The city lists this site in its walking tracks, boardwalks and ballfields section.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Boardwalks, Walking Tracks and Ballfields
- Community
- Glace Bay
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Brookdale Street (Manse Street) Playground
101 Manse St., Sydney
Brookdale Street (Manse Street) Playground is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in Sydney.
The municipality lists a playground at this location.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Playgrounds
- Community
- Sydney
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Brookshaven Soccer Field, Ball Field, Track and Playground
1780 Gabarus Hwy., Dutch Brook
Brookshaven Soccer Field, Ball Field, Track and Playground is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in Dutch Brook.
The municipality lists a playground at this location.
The city lists this site in its walking tracks, boardwalks and ballfields section.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Boardwalks, Walking Tracks and Ballfields; Playgrounds
- Community
- Dutch Brook
- Places at this address
- Brookshaven Soccer Field, Ball Field, Track and Playground; Brookshaven Recreation Centre
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Cantley Village Park
34 Doyle Ave., Coxheath
Cantley Village Park is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in Coxheath.
The municipality lists a playground at this location.
The city lists this site in its walking tracks, boardwalks and ballfields section.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Boardwalks, Walking Tracks and Ballfields; Playgrounds
- Community
- Coxheath
- Places at this address
- Cantley Village Park; Cantley Village Playground
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Carmen Young Track
116 King St., North Sydney
Carmen Young Track is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in North Sydney.
The city lists this site in its walking tracks, boardwalks and ballfields section.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Boardwalks, Walking Tracks and Ballfields
- Community
- North Sydney
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Colliery Lands Park
3696 Ellsworth Ave., New Waterford
Colliery Lands Park is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in New Waterford.
The municipality lists a playground at this location.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Playgrounds
- Community
- New Waterford
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Cottage Road (Bernard Lind Drive) Playground
445 Cottage Rd., Sydney
Cottage Road (Bernard Lind Drive) Playground is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in Sydney.
The municipality lists a playground at this location.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Playgrounds
- Community
- Sydney
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Coxheath Hills Wilderness Trail
Street address not supplied by the source
Coxheath Hills Wilderness Trail is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality.
It is listed among local trails. The municipal list marks only Greenlink, Renwick Brook and Scotchtown Summit as CBRM-maintained trails.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Trails
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Coxheath Recreation Park
916 Coxheath Rd., Coxheath
Coxheath Recreation Park is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in Coxheath.
The municipality lists a playground at this location.
The city lists this site in its walking tracks, boardwalks and ballfields section.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Boardwalks, Walking Tracks and Ballfields; Playgrounds
- Community
- Coxheath
- Places at this address
- Coxheath Recreation Park; Coxheath Recreation Park Playground
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Degobbi Playground
440 Arthur St., New Waterford
Degobbi Playground is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in New Waterford.
The municipality lists a playground at this location.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Playgrounds
- Community
- New Waterford
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Dominion Skatepark
102 Kings Rd., Dominion
Dominion Skatepark is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in Dominion.
This location is listed as a skatepark.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Skateparks
- Community
- Dominion
- City location note
- , next to Dominion Rink
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
East Bay Community Ball Field and Walking Track
East Bay Fire Hall, 3542 Route 4, East Bay
East Bay Community Ball Field and Walking Track is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in East Bay.
The city lists this site in its walking tracks, boardwalks and ballfields section.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Boardwalks, Walking Tracks and Ballfields
- Community
- East Bay
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
East Bay Hills Trail
Street address not supplied by the source
East Bay Hills Trail is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality.
It is listed among local trails. The municipal list marks only Greenlink, Renwick Brook and Scotchtown Summit as CBRM-maintained trails.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Trails
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Planning your park visit
Does this page cover only Sydney?
No. The municipality’s lists include communities across CBRM, such as Glace Bay, North Sydney and New Waterford.
Does this include all of Cape Breton Island?
No. This covers destinations listed by CBRM, not the whole island.
Who can I contact about a park?
Email recreation@cbrm.ns.ca or call 902-563-5510.
Where can I find a playground?
Use the playground entries. Each keeps the community and address supplied by CBRM.
Can I let my dog off leash anywhere?
No. Dogs may be off leash only where signs mark a designated area.
What must I carry in an off-leash area?
Carry a leash. Your dog must have current CBRM tags and remain in sight.
Are young puppies allowed off leash?
Puppies under three months, aggressive dogs and females in heat are excluded from off-leash areas.
Which trails does CBRM identify as maintained?
Greenlink Trail System, Renwick Brook Walking Path and Scotchtown Summit Park.
How do I report a New Waterford skatepark problem?
Call 902-862-6448.
How do I report a Sydney Mines skatepark problem?
Call 902-849-0166.
Official park information
Sources: CBRM full parks, trails and green spaces list · CBRM walking trails and outdoor spaces map