Exploring Eastern Passage
Explore the beautiful waters of Eastern Passage where once sailed the famous Captain Cook, surveying every point and inlet. You too may see the eagles and ospreys soaring overheard but keep your eyes pealed for our harbour seals as they bob their heads up to see who's new in town.
Take a walk on Lawlor's Island and McNabs Island Provincial Park and discover the past as cannons stand guard. Finish the day with a tasty morsel from the sea at Fisherman's Cove.
A new world awaits!
McNab's Island
TRAVEL BACK IN TIME
Welcome to McNabs island, a national historic park, just under a 1000 acres. Explore beaches, trails, forts, abandoned houses, ship wrecks, and even hangman's beach; where the Royal Navy hung deserters as a warning to other sailors coming in and out of the harbour.
Learn about the unique mi'kmaq, French and British history of the island. Keep an eye out for deer, the shy fox and numerous osprey.
Find more information about the Island at www.mcnabsisland.ca
Lawlor's Island
OLD QUARANTINE STATION
Did you know that Lawlor's Island was used as a quarantine station to isolate sick passengers, ridden with various diseases back in the late 1800's and early 1900's?! There were three different hospitals built so that the first class, second class and third class didn't have to mingle. You can still see the ruins of the old hospitals if you venture through the woods.
Fisherman's Cove
AKA THE CRICK
Home to local fisherman since the mid 1700's. Visit the colourful shops, galleries and eateries of Fisherman's Cove. Pass under bridge down the Crick and explore the pond or take a stroll on the Boardwalk and enjoy the panoramic view of the ocean and inner Harbour.
