Mica Hill Trail
A gradual climb from mixed forest to windswept taiga, plateau views and quartz-mica outcrops.
Route overview
Mica Hill Trail in Cape Breton Island / Atlantic Canada.
Mica Hill moves through Acadian mixed forest into stunted taiga and open barrens. A narrower final footpath reaches mineral outcrops and broad views over the Aspy fault and northern plateau.
Trail facts
- Country
- Canada
- Region
- Cape Breton Island / Atlantic Canada
- Distance
- 7.9 km loop
- Typical duration
- 3–3.5 hours
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Elevation gain
- Not published by official source
- Best season
- Late spring through autumn
- Trail type
- Loop
Access and logistics
- Permits and access
- Park pass required
Safety context
Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure. Check current official conditions, closures, weather and access rules before departure.
Wind, fog, wet ground, wildlife and remote road access
Highlights
Cape Breton Highlands, Mica Hill, taiga, plateau hike
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