Discover the Cape Breton backcountry.
The Seawall Guided Hike
About the hike
The Seawall trail is a 48km thru-hike over some of the most rugged yet breathtaking terrain on Cape Breton Island. 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 amount of hikers have ever seen.
2026 Dates ar here!
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2026 Dates ar here! 〰️
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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: 4 days, 3 nights) *All participants must attend the pre-trip briefing at 7 p.m. the night before departure.
Minimum Participants: 2
Maximum Participants: 6
Total Distance: 48km +/-
Skill Level: Advanced
Pace/Intensity: HARD
Guide Ratio: 1:6
Cost per person: 1497.50
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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.
Professional guide services for the entire trip.
Safety and Evac plans & support.
What’s not included?
Guide Tips
Personal items and equipment. A full list of recommended and suggested items will be provided once the deposit has been paid. *Outfitting packages are available for an extra fee.
Transportation to LLIT HQ.
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June 11 - 14, 2026 - SOLD OUT
June 25 - 28, 2026 - 3 Spots Left
July 16 - 19, 2026 SOLD OUT
Aug 13 - 16, 2026 - 4 Spots Left
Sept 10 - 13, 2026 SOLD OUT!
Sept 24 - 27, 2026 - 4 Spots Left
Oct 8 - 11, 2026
*Private trips are available by request - please visit our private guide services page for rates and details.
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This trip will require a good level of fitness since your backpacks will be filled with food and equipment for the entire trip. We recommended that you train with a weighted backpack before this trip to become accustomed to your kit before departure. The average backpack weight is generally around 35 - 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.
How to book.
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Step one is to submit an application to join any upcoming trip.
To apply for this trip you will be required to pay a $25.00 application fee and will be required to complete a short 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.
Once we receive an application, one of our staff will be in touch to schedule a short call to review the answers and answer any questions you might have. A lack of experience is not a disqualification but we need to plan appropriately for the safety of all participants.
Once all the spots are full, we will close applications for the season.
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Once we’ve reviewed your application and completed our onboarding call, a link with registration information will be sent out.
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 before departure.
Final Balance: Due 14 days before departure
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Once your booking is confirmed we’ll send you a welcome email with all the info you need to prepare for your trip!
If you require any gear rentals or have any questions leading up to the trip, just let us know!
Check out our video.
We shot a short film hiking the Sewall route in 2021 which is on our youtube channel!
If you have any questions please email us. Thank you for your interest.