20 February, 2025

Cathy’s Trans Canada Trail: Exploring the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail from Troy to Judique

This is part two in a four-part series following travel writer and Trail adventurer Cathy Donaldson as she explores different sections of the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail on Cape Breton Island.  

Catch up on part one here

Part two: history, trail tours and volunteerism! 

On the second installment of Cathy’s Cape Breton Island adventures along the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail, Cathy explored the Trail from Troy to Judique, soaking in the beauty of Cape Breton’s western shore along the way. 

Join her as she experiences a wonderful sense of community, meets dedicated trail volunteers, enjoys the fragrant summer flowers and more. 

Explore parts one and two of Cathy’s full Cape Breton Island adventure by scrolling through below, or click here to view the StoryMap! 

Check back February 27 to follow Cathy’s adventures along the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail from Port Hood, Mabou… and Kitchenfest!  

Cathy Donaldson is a travel writer and photographer based in Moncton, New Brunswick.

Read more about her adventures at:

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