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Jim Campbells Barren Wilderness Area

Canada

Jim Campbells Barren Wilderness Area

LocationCanada
RegionNova Scotia
TypeWilderness Area
Coordinates46.5666°, -60.9098°
Established1998
Area17.36
Nearest CityCheticamp (15 km)
Major CitySydney (120 km)
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About Jim Campbells Barren Wilderness Area

Jim Campbells Barren Wilderness Area protects 1,736 hectares of boreal wetlands, barrens, and older boreal forest on the Cape Breton Plateau near Cheticamp in Inverness County. The area features rare plant species and old balsam fir forests within forested wetlands, spanning three watersheds including the Margaree River system. A designated off-highway vehicle trail crosses the northeastern section.