Take a leisurely drive to this scenic Acadian island. Situated off the coast of northeastern New Brunswick, Lamèque separates the waters of the Gulf of Saint Lawrence and Chaleur Bay. With the wealth of quiet, sandy beaches here, you'll have no shortage of options to find the perfect spot to soak up some sun! Fishing is the main industry, with more than than 40 species of fish, mollusks and crustaceans to be found in the waters. And with about a quarter of the island covered with peat bogs, the peat moss industry is also important and celebrated yearly in July during the Provincial Peat Moss Festival. Lamèque's Ecological Park of the Acadian Peninsula features a 1/2-km (1/3-mi.) footbridge, an observation tower and a 2-km (1.24-mi.) interpretive trail, including an arboretum. Winter brings opportunities for cross-country skiing, skating, sliding or snowshoeing as you enjoy winter days in this island community. Complete your experience by trying some traditional Acadian cuisine at one of Lamèque's restaurants.
Lamèque Island
