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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.
21 to 40 of 78 places
Emera Centre Northside Dog Park
175 King St., North Sydney
Emera Centre Northside Dog Park is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in North Sydney.
Use the signed off-leash area only. Carry a leash, keep your dog in sight and clean up waste.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Off-Leash Dog Parks
- Community
- North Sydney
- City location note
- *
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Floral Heights Soccer, Ball Fields, Walking Track and Playground
301 Tometary Dr., Howie Centre
Floral Heights Soccer, Ball Fields, Walking Track and Playground is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in Howie Centre.
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
- Howie Centre
- Places at this address
- Floral Heights Soccer, Ball Fields, Walking Track and Playground; Floral Heights Playground
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Gabarus Park
37 Seaview Dr., Gabarus
Gabarus Park is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in Gabarus.
The municipality lists a playground at this location.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Playgrounds
- Community
- Gabarus
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Gary McDonald Recreation Complex - MacKinnon Memorial Soccer Field and Walking Track
634 Eighth St., New Waterford
Gary McDonald Recreation Complex - MacKinnon Memorial Soccer Field and Walking Track is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in New Waterford.
The city lists this site in its walking tracks, boardwalks and ballfields section.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Boardwalks, Walking Tracks and Ballfields
- Community
- New Waterford
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Greenlink Trail System
Street address not supplied by the source
Greenlink Trail System 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
Gull Cove Trail
Street address not supplied by the source
Gull Cove 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
Gunn Street Playground
159 Gunn St., Sydney
Gunn 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
Harbourside Commercial Park Walking and Running Track
416 Stable Dr., Sydney
Harbourside Commercial Park Walking and Running 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
Henry Street (Lingan Road) Playground
261 Henry St., Sydney
Henry Street (Lingan Road) 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
Holy Cross Park, Soccer Field and Walking Track
26 Quarry Rd., Glace Bay
Holy Cross Park, 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
Indian Beach Playground
445 Purves St., North Sydney
Indian Beach Playground is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in North Sydney.
The municipality lists a playground at this location.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Playgrounds
- Community
- North Sydney
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Island Skatepark
305 Keltic Dr., Sydney
Island 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 County Arena
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Jaycee Tracey Memorial Park
115 Seaview St., Glace Bay
Jaycee Tracey Memorial Park is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in Glace Bay.
The municipality lists a playground at this location.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Playgrounds
- Community
- Glace Bay
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Joe Wadden Track
716 Donkin Hwy., Donkin
Joe Wadden Track is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in Donkin.
The city lists this site in its walking tracks, boardwalks and ballfields section.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Boardwalks, Walking Tracks and Ballfields
- Community
- Donkin
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
John Bernard Croak
53 Beacon St. Dam Track, Glace Bay
John Bernard Croak 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
Kytes Hill Playground
7 Erinmore Dr., Kytes Hill
Kytes Hill Playground is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in Kytes Hill.
The municipality lists a playground at this location.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Playgrounds
- Community
- Kytes Hill
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Lawrence Mansfield Skatepark
165 King St., North Sydney
Lawrence Mansfield Skatepark is listed by the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in North Sydney.
This location is listed as a skatepark.
- Listed outdoor uses
- Skateparks
- Community
- North Sydney
- City location note
- , part of Carmen Young Park, next to Emera Centre
Sources: CBRM parks and outdoor spaces
Louisa Gardens Playground
99 Desbarres St., Sydney
Louisa Gardens 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
Louisa Gardens Sports Field, Walking Track and Playground
71 Amelia St., Sydney
Louisa Gardens Sports Field, Walking Track and Playground 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
Louisbourg Lighthouse Trail
Street address not supplied by the source
Louisbourg Lighthouse 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