The Gateway of Atlantic Canada: Explore Northern New Brunswick
Coming from Quebec or Maine, explore the first towns you enter by using our guide to places locals love.
What Route to Take
For this road trip, you will drive the Trans-Canada Highway 2 once you enter the province from Quebec above Edmundston. Follow this highway South, making stops and exits where you want to visit.
Where Locals Love to Go
Edmundston
Sunseeker Jewelry Boutique
Locally made jewelry with gems from around the world, stop by this establishment to browse their quality collection. Find something that is not only your taste but makes you feel one of a kind.
Centre des Arts Edmundston
Concerts of all genres of music, festivals, film showings and more! This is where the community gathers to enjoy the rich Acadian culture. Visit for a truly French Canadian arts experience.
Petit-Sault Blockhouse
In 1841, a small fort was built where the Madawaska River meets the Saint John River to overlook the city of Edmundston. Go on a hike to this piece of New Brunswick history and discover our role in the early settlement and the amazing view.
Riviere-Verte
Quibis Domes
This year-round glamping spot is the place to go to relax and rejuvenate in nature. Each dome has a complete kitchen, hot tub, private terrace, and panoramic views with a skylight for stargazing! Get the perfect New Brunswick outdoor experience at this piece of paradise.
Grand Falls To Perth-Andover
Plaster Rock Golf Club
With 9 holes for all skill levels and a full-service canteen, this is the place to spend the day in the sun. Open all summer long. Get your friends and family out on the green to hit some balls.
Florenceville-Bristol
Shiktehawk Trail
Follow the Shiktehawk stream to wander through a forest, see waterfalls and flowers, and rejoin nature. With a rocky beach and treasures to be found, this trail is always a fun addition to the summer to-do list.
Shogomoc Railway Site
With 3 historic train cars along with the Town’s original 1914 CPR Train Station, hop on the railway to history! Learn about life back in the day and the inner workings of old-fashioned trains while exploring the cars and chatting with the knowledgeable staff.
Shamrock Suites
This is your chance to sleep on a historic train or in a 125-year-old inn. With old-world charm mixed with modern conveniences, take a trip back in time for an adventure you can’t find anywhere else.
On the Boardwalk Café & Wine
Sitting on the waterfront, this dining experience is for a romantic evening or semi-professional dinner with coworkers. The delicious food and gorgeous venue topped off with the view of the river, this is a classy restaurant worthy of the visit.an’t find anywhere else.
The Pinnacle Trail
A spectacular view of the Saint John River makes the climb to this peak worthwhile. Get outside this summer and venture up a steep slope to see a view few get to witness filled with blue skies, rolling hills, and even Mount Katahdin and Mars Hills on a clear day.
