Beaubears Island, situated in the Miramichi River, is located just outside the boundaries of the City of Miramichi, between the former Town of Newcastle and the Village of Nelson-Miramichi. In 2002 Beaubears Island was recognized for two designations of historical significance by the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada. To get the best experience possible at Beaubears Island, we recommend that you first visit the Beaubears Island Interpretive Centre, located at 35 St Patricks Drive, Nelson. At the Interpretive Centre, you will be welcomed by our staff and will get a thorough introduction to the Island's history. From there you will have the choice of different guided tours to Beaubears Island and Wilson's Point, complete with boat ride. For more information on our tours, click on the Plan a Visit page. Boishébert National Historic Site of Canada, one of its dual designations, tells the story of Charles Deschamps de Boishébert who led the Acadians to Beaubears Island and Wilson’s Point where they took refuge in 1755. Beaubears Island Shipbuilding National Historic Site of Canada, J.Leonard O’Brien Memorial, is the only known extensive, undisturbed archaeological site, associated with the 19th century wooden shipbuilding industry, still in existence today, in New Brunswick, and perhaps Canada. The map above shows the location of these 2 sites. (click map to enlarge)

Saturday, August 27 Last day of tours! $5 canoe rides to the Island! Spend the day on the Island from 12 - 5! Meet all of our characters! Entertainment in Bicentennial Park! The Sausage Man! Games for children! Help us celebrate the 2011 season