June 30, 2022
DAY 16 - CAPE NORTH - HIGHLAND HOSTEL
Day 16 - 7:00 am - on the road from Ingonish traveling north on the Cabot Trail. My camping friends Haina and James, told me about a secret side road (coastal) to avoid a long climb, so I am considering it.
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As I left Ingonish I was planning on getting food. I passed one place that smelled like breakfast, but thought, "....aw go a little further....get in some miles before stopping...."
Well, that turned out as maybe NOT the correct decision as nothing ever came along for many rolling miles! I now knew not stopping was a bad decision!
Anyway, didn't stop much, but did for this image - it was on a "side".
How cool right.
Then I saw this inspirational sign.
The next decision, should I take the alternate route and avoid the mountain climb.....ummmm. GPS timer said the side route would take 14 minutes more, so I did it.
At Neil's Harbour I found a lighthouse and COOP (market) and was so, so inspired.
Refueled with coffee and stuff I was ready to roll. That is when a local guy came over and said, God Bless You."
He was impressed with my journey. He said there's nothing more along this road, but it is scenic! " You have one big hill right around the corner after that, good to go....".
Again, I was blessed just 20 feet up the road by this beautiful little church.
Here are some images along the scenic go to go route. (It rolled like a stumping bronco the entire way.). Enjoy the views it doesn't tell the whole truth.
I'm convinced I can't share the nature's beauty so you would enjoy it like I did, but... It is nice trying!
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I learned this little piece of Heaven.....
A short distance - probably uphill to the Highland Hostel or busy...
Update: Stay Flexible the hostel was full so I met Monique at the Museum and made friends. She said you can stay outback if you want. YES.
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Today's ride: 31 miles (50 km)
Total: 668 miles (1,075 km)
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