Once a key fishing ground for both the Mi’kmaq and early Acadian settlers, Cap Auget is now a protected coastal area dedicated to preserving its rare plants, seabird colonies, and fragile shoreline ecosystems. The Eco Trail was built to showcase the area’s natural diversity while keeping human impact to a minimum.
This 9 km network of interconnected loops follows grassy paths, boardwalks, and beach sections along the Atlantic Ocean. The terrain is mostly flat, making it an easy walk for all skill levels, though the open stretches can be breezy. Interpretive signs share stories about local wildlife, geology, and the fishing traditions that shaped this coast.
Highlights include sweeping headland views, pebble and sand beaches, and the chance to spot sea birds, bald eagles, and seals. Wildflowers and beach grasses add colour in summer, and the sunsets here are nothing short of spectacular. Cap Auget is as much about slowing down and noticing the details as it is about covering distance.
