Meat Cove Campground
Cliffside camping and cabins overlooking the Gulf of St. Lawrence.
Location2479 Meat Cove Road, Meat Cove
Phone902-383-2379
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Bay St. Lawrence & Meat Cove
Fishing villages, steep coastal headlands, whale watching, and the road to Cape Breton’s northern tip.
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About Bay St. Lawrence & Meat Cove
Where the Highlands reach the sea.
Bay St. Lawrence is a working fishing village with deep community roots. The road continues to Meat Cove, where cliffside camping and ocean views make the northern edge of Cape Breton memorable. Services are limited, so plan ahead.
Use this first-pass guide to find practical local stops. Listings link to further information; check current details before travelling.
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Places to stay
Small-scale stays on the northern coast.
Burton’s Sunset Oasis Housekeeping Motel
Motel accommodation in Bay St. Lawrence.
Location105 Money Point Road, Bay St. Lawrence
Phone902-383-2666
View listing ↗Hines Ocean View Lodge
Lodge accommodation in Meat Cove.
Location2149 Meat Cove Road, Meat Cove
Phone902-383-2512
View listing ↗Jumping Mouse Eco-Camping
Small seasonal eco-camping area with wilderness cabin in Bay St. Lawrence.
LocationBay St. Lawrence
Phone902-383-2914
View county listing ↗02
Food & drink
Small seasonal stops; confirm opening before driving out.
The Bay Cafe
Cafe at the Bay St. Lawrence Community Centre.
LocationBay St. Lawrence Community Centre
Phone902-383-2334
View cafe details ↗Lawless Lobster Seafood Trailer
Seasonal seafood truck at Meat Cove Campground; check availability before travelling.
Location2479 Meat Cove Road, Meat Cove
Phone902-383-2379
View listing ↗03
Groceries & essentials
Bring supplies with you. Hardware and building supplies are available in nearby Cape North; confirm hours before travelling.
Cabot Building & Supplies Ltd.
Cape North is the closest confirmed hardware and building-supply store for this area. Call ahead about stock and hours.
Location29477 Cabot Trail Road, Cape North, NS B0C 1G0
Phone902-383-2103
Visit store website ↗04
Fuel & automotive
No fuel services in this area. Fill up before turning off the Cabot Trail for Bay St. Lawrence or Meat Cove.
More verified local listings can be added here during the community review.
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Things to do
Whale watching and the rugged northern coastline.
Oshan Whale Watch
Whale-watching trips departing from Bay St. Lawrence.
Location3384 Bay St. Lawrence Road, Bay St. Lawrence
Phone902-383-2883
View listing ↗Meat Cove Coast
Take in the cliffside views and trails around Cape Breton’s northern tip.
LocationSee linked listing
Explore the area ↗Cape Breton Northern Tip Charters
Private coastal charters departing from Bay St. Lawrence.
LocationBay St. Lawrence
Phone902-870-4025
View listing ↗Cabots Landing Provincial Park
Coastal park on Aspy Bay along the road toward Bay St. Lawrence.
LocationSee linked listing
View listing ↗06
Visitor information
Local community information and provincial travel resources.
Bay St. Lawrence Community Centre
Community hub with local events and information.
LocationBay St. Lawrence Community Centre, 3160 Bay St. Lawrence Road, Bay St. Lawrence
Phone902-371-5358
Visit community site ↗Tourism Nova Scotia
Check travel details and seasonal services before heading north.
LocationSee linked listing
Plan your visit ↗Before you go
Check ahead.
Seasonal services can change. Contact businesses directly before making a special trip. These guides are being developed with local review, and corrections or additions are welcome.