WELCOME TO
BEAUBEARS ISLAND!
46.9787033°N, 65.5552664°W
NOW CLOSED UNTIL JUNE 2025!
STAY TUNED FOR OUR SHOULDER SEASON EVENTS!
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Boishébert and Beaubears Island Shipbuilding
National Historic Sites
Nestled along the great Miramichi River, in Miramichi, New Brunswick, Beaubears Island offers a captivating blend of maritime history, Acadian heritage, and First Nation cultures. Explore Beaubears Island's rich shipbuilding history, and enjoy hikes on the island, immersing yourself in one of the most serene landscapes in Eastern Canada.
VISIT THE BEAUBEARS ISLAND
INTERPRETIVE CENTRE AT 35 ST. PATRICK’S DRIVE, MIRAMICHI!
To start your visit to Beaubears Island, make your first stop at the Beaubears Island Interpretive Centre! There, you can get your tickets for our Island Ferry service, check out the interactive displays in the Centre, book a guided tour of the Island, or the Centre, with one of our experienced tour guides, pay admission fees, or visit our Gift Shop to get some Beaubears Island Swag!
UPCOMING EVENTS
WHAT'S HAPPENING?
4th Annual Beaubears Sugarbush!
MARCH 22nd | 1PM - 4PM
Join us for the 4th Annual Beaubears Island Sugarbush in the Bicentennial Park in Nelson-Miramichi on March 22nd from 1 PM to 4 PM, with an early access hour for newcomers from 12PM to 1PM! Celebrate the sweet traditions of maple season with maple syrup pouring, historical presentations, maple fudge, baked beans, and exciting door prizes. Kids can enjoy fun games with prizes, making it a great event for the whole family. We’re proud to partner with NBCC volunteers and the Nelson Hearts community group to bring the community together for this festive afternoon. Don’t miss out on this celebration of history, culture, and local flavours! Admission by donation at the door.
