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Paquetville (Hautes-Terres)

The village of Paquetville, birthplace of singer/songwriter, Édith Butler, is situated inland and is surrounded by the Caraquet and Pokemouche rivers, which are well known to sport-fishing enthusiasts. The stately Saint-Augustin church, atop Du Parc street, is one of the largest stone churches in the Maritimes. Paquetville is known for its restaurants, stores and maple products. During maple season, don't miss the Paquetville Maple Carnival.

Founding Cultures Museum

From the indigenous peoples who first lived of these lands, to the French, British, Irish and Scottish who came after, discover how our diverse cultures shine in charming coastal villages like Grande-Anse. Immerse in local history paced by the tides and learn the relations between these communities to discover and understand the striving founding cultures still living on our shores.

Dorchester (Tantramar)

The village of Dorchester is located between Memramcook and Sackville, in the Memramcook valley, and overlooks Shepody Bay and some of the most beautiful scenery in the world, being part of the Fundy UNESCO biosphere. The World's Largest Sandpiper stands in the Village Square, carved from a single log. Nearby are the village's two museums, the Keillor House and St. James Presbyterian Church, and The Bell Inn. Built in 1811, the inn is the oldest stone structure in New Brunswick.

Richiboucto Head Lighthouse

This attractive 1864 lighthouse has an original wooden salt-shaker tower with alterations done in 1988. This active lighthouse is located on an elevated bluff overlooking the Northumberland Strait. There is a working wharf within view of the lighthouse, it's adjacent to cottages and a campground and Cap-Lumière Beach is nearby. This is a good seaside picnic location. Driving directions: Routes 11 and 134, then Route 505 to Cap-Lumière Road.

Camping Cap-Lumière Beach

Beachfront campground in a beautiful setting facing the ocean, fully serviced with 20-, 30- and 50-amp sites. Big rigs are welcome. Long and private 8-km (5 mi.) beach accessible by foot and fishing wharf nearby. The Cap-Lumiere Beach Campground is a short drive from Kouchibouguac National Park (25 minutes), Bouctouche (20 minutes), Shediac (30 minutes) and Moncton (50 minutes). Lobster fishing season in August. Welcome!

Musée des pionniers de Grande-Digue

This pioneers museum is a 6-building miniature village including a house from 1842, a replica of a chapel, a school (1870) featuring original benches and blackboards, a barn, a shed and a lighthouse. A 1835 church is located nearby. The museum features over 3,000 artifacts, including a mural painting of the Grande-Digue marsh in the 1800s. Wide open space, a large parking lot, rest area, picnic tables, tourist bureau and souvenir shops on the site.

Port Elgin Nature Trails

Nature enthusiasts take note: a network of over 70 km (43 mi.) of walking and hiking trails come together in this lovely heritage community. Set out near the village footbridge, travelling along the Gaspereaux River and the adjacent marsh. Follow the dirt and grass pathways, over elevated boardwalks, to the Fort Gaspereaux National Site. Raised observation areas along the way allow for a closer look at this sensitive wetland habitat. The Gaspereaux Heritage Trail complements the Trans-Canada Trail to tell the story of this region and its unique natural environment.

McAdam

Located on the New Brunswick/Maine border along Route 4, the Village of McAdam has been greeting visitors since the mid 1800’s when it served as a major railway center. This rural community is home to the McAdam Railway Station, a National Historic Site of Canada and New Brunswick Provincial Historic Site, and likes to be known as New Brunswick’s friendliest village, having hosted thousands of passengers passing through by train.

Millville

From its waterfront village centre to its Fall Festival and Craft Fair, Millville is sure to be worth the stop.

Drummond (Grand Falls)

The small, quiet village of Drummond, bordered by the Saint John River, Salmon River and Little River, is home to a proud francophone community living in a beautiful rural setting where potato farming is the main industry. The village is a short distance from the phenomenal Grand Falls Gorge, carved by the Saint John River and boasting walls up to 70 m (230 ft. high). Enjoy a leisurely canoe ride on the Salmon River and marvel at the scenery, rich with the colours of this agricultural land.

Blackville Municipal Park

The Municipal Park is situated in the centre of the village of Blackville, and features a children's playground, barbecue pits, picnic tables and a walking trail. Everyone welcome!

Metepenagiag Heritage Park

NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE Experience the ancient Mi'gmaw culture that has existed at its life source for over 3,000 years. There is much to discover at the village of 30 centuries. View the archaeological finds of our enduring village, see the historic Mi'gmaw ceramic pottery, and understand the significance of the Augustine Mound and the Oxbow National Historic Sites. Other features include artifacts, interactive displays, tours, interpretive trails and a Mi'gmaw boutique. Time-honoured traditions await you at Metepenagiag... Where Spirits Live!