Boishébert and Beaubears Island Shipbuilding National Historic Sites
Delve into the stories of Mi’gmaq culture, adventurous Voyageurs, Acadian courage and ambitious shipbuilding amidst old-growth pines and the meandering Miramichi River.
A new management statement for Boishébert and Beaubears Island Shipbuilding National Historic Sites was tabled in Parliament on December 12, 2023.Management statement
Visiting Boishébert and Beaubears Island Shipbuilding National Historic Sites
Activities and experiences
Things to do, guided tours, hiking.
Plan your visit
Maps and directions, fees, hours of operation, facilities and services.
Fees
Entry to the island is free. Fees may be charged for the Interpretation Centre and/or the ferry service.
Hiking
6 km of historic trails have been restored on the island.
Tours and programs
Take a tour through time and interact with lively historic characters on Beaubears Island and Wilson’s Point.
Interpretation centre
Open daily during the summer months, operated by Friends of Beaubears Island Inc.
About Boishébert and Beaubears Island Shipbuilding National Historic Sites
Culture and history
Site of Acadian refuge established in the mid 1750s and important site for the shipbuilding industry in the early 19th century.
Other Effective area-based Conservation Measure (OECM)
Beaubears Island is recognized as an OECM and is managed in ways that achieve the conservation of biodiversity.
Stewardship and management
Plans and policies, site management, partners and collaborators.
Keeping an eye on Beaubears Island
Parks Canada would like to remind the public that camping and campfires are not permitted on Beaubears Island.
Hours of operation
Closed for the season
Opening in June 2023.
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