While the little town of Louisbourg on Cape Breton Island is mostly known for being home to the Fortress of Louisbourg, which is a top attractions on the island, it's also home to another popular attraction. If you travel to Louisbourg to visit the fortress, I highly recommend you make some time to also visit The Louisbourg Lighthouse.
The Lighthouse itself is active to this day and is the third lighthouse to be located in this location. The current structure was built on the site that was once home to the oldest lighthouse in Canada which was built in the 1730s. Ruins from the original and subsequent lighthouses are still visible today.
Also on site are a picnic area, scenic look-offs and a 2-kilometre hiking trail with ocean views, opportunities to view local wildlife and interpretive panels.
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