Tom and I enjoyed a day exploring some of the top sights in Northeastern New Brunswick.
Exploring Bathurst
Bathurst was the hub for most of our activities in Northeastern New Brunswick. We started at the Visitor Information Center which is located on Bathurst Harbor. It has an observation tower providing beautiful views of the harbor. Aly wasn’t thrilled with the metal grate steps but, with a little coaxing, she made it all the way up… and more importantly, all the way back down!
While at the Visitor Center, we learned about the Ribfest. It had started the day before and was continuing through the weekend. A Lobsterfest sounded more appropriate for our trip but since we happened to be there, we decided to check out the Ribfest. All the rib vendors touted southern US states including Texas, Oklahoma, and Mississippi. Tom was very happy with his Mississippi Ribs. I didn’t try any of the ribs, being vegetarian, but my Mac and Cheese was great!
You can view a few photos from our visit to Bathurst on the Carpe Diem Facebook page by clicking on the image below.
Exploring Pabineau Falls
From Bathurst, Tom and I drove a short distance south to see Pabineau Falls, one of the top attractions in the area. We crossed Pabineau River and parked alongside the dirt road near the falls. The falls weren’t as spectacular as we had anticipated and we thought maybe we were in the wrong place. We walked up the road a little ways and then down the trail along the river. It was pretty but there were a lot of mosquitoes and the falls weren’t impressive enough to endure more bites.
You can view a few photos from our visit to Pabineau Falls on the Carpe Diem Facebook page by clicking on the image below.
Exploring Pokeshaw
Our next stop on the list of top things to do in this area was Pokeshaw Rock. It’s located in the town of Pokeshaw on Chaleur Bay. There’s a small entrance fee and to offers nice facilities for day use. A boardwalk and observation deck overlook Pokeshaw Rock and the beach below. Various signs provide information about the area’s wildlife and history.
A dirt path leads from the boardwalk to the beach so you can get up close to Pokeshaw Rock. Aly most enjoyed playing in the beach with an endless selection of sticks. I was quite fond of the stick figure someone created on the beach. It even had lips!
You can view a few photos of our visit to Pokeshaw on the Carpe Diem Facebook page by clicking on the image below.
Exploring Village Historique Acadien
The highlight of our visit to Northern New Brunswick was the Village Historique Acadien. The visitor center has a small theater with movies that gives context to the village. The movies alternate between English and French.
Village Historique Acadien is a living, mostly outdoor, museum spread along more than a mile of country roads with ponds, rivers and bridges. It's home to a collection of historic buildings and artifacts from across New Brunswick that were relocated there to create a complete village. “Residents” of the village are dressed for the 18th and 19th centuries and portray the lives of Acadien settlers. They’re busy gardening, cooking, weaving, making rugs, and bartending. There’s even a working hotel, restaurant and bar. As you meander the village, visiting “residents” in the various buildings, they describe their daily lives and demonstrate their tools and crafts. Era appropriate animals, including chickens, horses, goats, and sheep, also inhabit the village.
Village Historique Acadien is well worth a visit for anyone interested in the pioneer lifestyle.
You can view a few photos of our visit to Village Historique Acadien on the Carpe Diem Facebook page by clicking on the image below.
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