The Seawall Trail - Multi-Day Backcountry Hike

The Seawall trail is a 48km thru-hike over some of the most rugged yet breathtaking terrains that Cape Breton Island has to offer. This proposed trail has been slowly inching towards development however at this point it is still mostly bushwhacking and off-trail giving those who hike it a truly unique backcountry experience. This 4-day 3-night hike will take you through beautiful old-growth hardwood stands, up and over rocky coastal mountains, and to epic views that only a small about of hikers have ever seen.

Trip Details:

Please note: Each guest is required to meet the night prior at LLIT before each trip for an orientation, briefing, and gear check. Campsites the night before and after the trip are included in the registration fee.

• Where: Pollett’s Cove Asby Bay Wilderness Area, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia

• Duration: 5 days, 4 nights (Hike duration 4 days, 3 nights) *all participants are required to arrive by 5 p.m. the night prior to departure.

• Minimum Participants: 4

• Maximum Participants: 6-10

• Total Distance:  48km +/-

• Skill Level: Advanced (if you’re unsure as to if you’re

• Pace/Intensity: Moderate

• Guide Ratio: 1:6

• 2024 Trip Dates:

  • June 5-9th

  • June 19-23th

  • July 3-7th

  • July 17-21st

  • Sept 11-15th

  • Sept 26-Oct 1st

  • October 10-14th (fall colors tour)

• Cost: $1,497.50 +hst / Couples (2) get 10% off / Groups rate (4+min) 15% off

What’s included?

• Transportation to/from the LLIT HQ.

• Campsites for the night before and the night after the trip.

• All main meals during the trip. *We have a selection of freeze-dried camp meals to choose from.

• All necessary group equipment for the trip.

• Professional guide services for the entire trip.

• Safety and Evac plans & support.

What’s not included? 

• Personal items and equipment. A full list of recommended and suggested items will be provided once the deposit has been paid.

• Transportation to LLIT HQ.

Things to know:

• This trip will require a decent level of fitness since your backpacks will be filled with food and equipment for the entire trip. It is recommended that you train with a weighted backpack before this trip just to become accustomed to your kit before departure. The average backpack weight is generally around 38 - 40 lbs.

• There is a good chance that we will see moose and coyotes on this route as we will be in some of their prime habitats but this is not guaranteed.

• We will provide you with a personal gear checklist and have a minimum requirement for some personal gear. We will be doing gear checks via zoom prior to the departure date.

Fee Breakdown (how it works):

• Application fee: $25.00 (credited towards the deposit). *Discount codes are not valid on this fee - only applicable towards the full balance.

• Deposit: $500.00 ($25 Deposit + $475) required after successfully passing the application process to hold your spot. *Fully refundable up to 28 days prior to departure.

• Final Balance: Due 14 days before departure.

How to apply:

• To apply for this trip you will be required to pay a $25.00 application fee and will be required to fill out our Seawall Questionnaire which will be emailed to you once the fee is processed. *The application fee is non-refundable and does not guarantee your position on any trip.

• Each application will be assessed on an individual first come first served basis and you will be notified of the next steps. A lack of experience is not a disqualification but we need to plan appropriately for the safety of all participants.

• Once all of the spots are full, we will close applications for the 2022 season.

To get notified of upcoming dates, please sign up to our mailing list.

If you have any questions please email us. Thank you for your interest.