Attractions
Behind every adventure, is a full line up of amenities and “hidden gem” experiences are awaiting as you discover Miramichi.
FALL BROOK FALLS
Fall Brook Falls is 108 feet high and is the highest falls in New Brunswick. Pick up a map at the Central New Brunswick Woodmen’s Museum Visitor Information Centre in Boiestown. The view is spectacular, the swimming hole is second to none, and the family time even more valuable. There is a $10 fee from JDI per vehicle entering the falls’ location.
CANADA’S LARGEST SALMON FLY
The Village of Blackville is home to Canada’s largest Salmon Fly; the Veteran’s Fly is located at the corner of Main Street and South Bartholomew Road. Each color has a symbolic meaning to veterans. The Fly is a popular roadside attraction and charms curious tourists and locals alike throughout the year.
Located at the corner of Main Street and South Bartholomew Road
WATERFORD GREEN
Looking for a spectacular sunset? Sit back and enjoy the view of the Miramichi River and the Centennial Bridge from the cantilevered boardwalk! Many of the city’s events and festivals take place at this multi-use park. Offering and lots of opportunities for picturesque photos, including sharing a moment with Francis Peabody, the Founder of the former town of Chatham.
Loggie Drive
506-623-2300
The Tabusintac Lagoon and Estuary
A birdwatching paradise! This location has been designated an international wetland site by the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands. Its 4,100 ha (10,131 acres) attracts waterfowl such as scoters, common eiders, brants, scaups, common goldeneyes, ospreys, blue herons and mergansers. About 10 pair of the endangered piping plovers spend their summers on the Tabusintac beaches. Stop by the Tabusintac Lighthouse Interpretation Centre to pick up your map of local hot spots where you can observe a variety of waterfowl, birds and other wildlife.
506-779-9280
PRICEVILLE FOOTBRIDGE
The Priceville Footbridge is one of the great wonders of the Miramichi. Allow yourself to travel back in time on this suspension footbridge, which spans the mystical waters of the Miramichi River, joining the communities of Priceville and McNamee. Restored in 2019 and 2020 by the Province of New Brunswick, the grounds now have additional parking.
Exit Route 8 at the Holt Road
ESCUMINAC BEACH
Enjoy a stroll along the boardwalk built to protect the natural sand dunes and its ecosystem. Relax at the top under a gazebo for a picnic or just admire a glorious sun set over the Miramichi Bay. Jump in for a swim, as New Brunswick has some of the warmest saltwater beaches North of Virginia!
301 Escuminac Point Rd., Escuminac NB
Tel: 506-228-4532