Overview
A brief introduction to Whycocomagh
Whycocomagh () is an unincorporated community on the eastern edge of the Municipality of the County of Inverness, Nova Scotia, Canada. The population in 2001 was 854.
The name derives from the Mi'kmaq language and relates to being near the water. In Scottish Gaelic it was called Hogamagh.
It is located where the Skye River flows into St. Patrick's Channel, an arm of Bras d'Or Lake in the central part of Cape Breton Island, next to the Whycocomagh 2 reserve.
The town is a local service centre and has an education Centre, elementary school, and the Whycocomagh Provincial Park.
ARE Whycocomagh campsites SOLD OUT?
We can help! Many campsite reservations are cancelled daily. Just tell us when you’d like to camp at Whycocomagh, and how long you want to camp for. We’ll text you when a suitable spot opens up!
Scan for cancellationsContact Whycocomagh
- Nova Scotia Parks
- Booking site: https://novascotia.goingtocamp.com
Spotted an error?
Whoops! Sometimes we make mistakes. Want to help improve the Whycocomagh listing? Please suggest a correction.
Other nearby parks
Open to camping at other nearby parks? Here are a few other parks you'll find in the vicinity.
Reviews
Camper reviews for Whycocomagh

Be the first to post a review of Whycocomagh!
How was your visit to Whycocomagh? Share your review of Whycocomagh and help fellow nature-lovers make an informed decision.
Post a reviewMap
View a map of Whycocomagh
UNABLE TO RESERVE A CAMPSITE?
Get notified when a sold-out campground has availability
Tell us when, where, and how long you want to camp for. We’ll notify you (via SMS) when a suitable spot opens up at that campground—so you can nab that sold-out campsite reservation!
