Silas and I drove to Ingonish, on the eastern side of Cape Breton Island, just at the edge of Cape Breton Highlands National Park. It was sprinkling when we arrived, with definite fall temps in the air. But I wanted to get in a swim, and wow was it a good one. There are a few beaches in Ingonish and one was a short walk from where we were staying. When we made it past the trees to the sandy shore a full rainbow soared over the bay. The water was still warm (ish) and it was a perfect way to shake off the drive.

Silas and I only had a couple of days, so we stayed on the Ingonish side of the park, hiking and swimming (just me for that part). The Mica Hill trail was well worth the walk with stunning views in every direction and a glittery reward at the end.

Silas and Maze are the best adventure buddies

You can see more photos from Cape Breton here.

All photographs, by me, Becca Grady, 2021