The National Park located in the northernmost part of Cape Breton Island covers 958 square kilometers with the Gulf of St. Lawrence to the west, stretching all the way to the Atlantic Ocean on the east. Acadian forest grows in the valleys of its interior. The visitor information centre is located just over 4km north of the village of Cheticamp. Hours of operation vary with the seasons. You can purchase fishing licenses here including the Park Entry Permit which is required to use any of the park facilities like campgrounds and for touring of the Cabot Trail. Located within the Information Centre is the orientation exhibit just to the right of the information counter and straight ahead is the bookstore which sells a wide range of maps, field guides, souvenirs and books about the National Park and Cabot Trail. The bilingual staff will only be too happy to assist you.