Welcome to Richmond County
Richmond County offers exceptional marinas, superb sailing and boating and extensive kayaking sites. In fact, Isle Madame in Richmond County is known as the Isle of 1,000 coves. The beautiful coastline also offers pristine beaches, including the “Surfing Capital of Cape Breton”—Point Michaud. Richmond County is also fortunate to have exceptional cultural, historical and heritage attributes. The diverse cultures on the Island have much to offer through food, music, dance and history.