The trail starts at the Louisbourg lighthouse and is well groomed and maintained for the first kilometer or so to Gun Landing. Here you have the choice of taking the loop back or you can continue on as far as Big Lorraine, located about 6 km away. Lorraine Head, the sight of a 1900′s Irish immigrant shipwreck, the Astrea, is located two hours into the trail. We found that this was far enough to go for the day. But then again it was about 26 degrees that day, with very little shade on the coast. You should be careful on this hike, there are many areas near cliffs and spots where the trail disappears and you are forced to follow the rugged coast.  You will find many quaint coves and knolls on this hike. You will also notice many bogs and sinkholes along the way (use caution around these). There are many opportunities to take pictures along the way.  CAUTION: The weather in this area, like most of Cape Breton, can change quickly. The rocks can become very slippery when the weather gets bad.