Fairhaven

Fairhaven brings together local church history and a public wharf at Clam Cove. On Deer Island, you’ll also find nature and outdoor activities.

Accommodation and Getting Around

The 45th Parallel Restaurant & Motel is located at 941 Route 772 in Fairhaven, New Brunswick. The 45th Parallel Restaurant & Motel has ten accommodation units, breakfast, a barbecue area, and a pool. Ask about current availability before booking.

The 2023 sailing directions list a 76 m public wharf at Clam Cove. At its outer end is a mast with navigation light (48). Check current conditions before visiting. For getting around the island, Route 772 is the only major road on rural Deer Island.

The History of Fairhaven United Baptist Church

On July 14, 1868, Elders William Brown and Freeman Babcock founded a Free Will Baptist Church in Fairhaven with nine members. The church building was completed in 1884. On November 13, 1904, the congregation unanimously voted to join the Maritime Baptist Union, becoming Fairhaven United Baptist Church.

In 1951, the church was moved from a site near the old cemetery to its current location on donated land and extended by 27 feet. During the renovations, the congregation met at the Victoria Hall Auditorium. The first service in the renovated building was held on December 30, 1951. A stained-glass window dedicated to Frank Wentworth was installed in 1957.

Things to Do on Deer Island

Kayaking, birdwatching, diving, and photography excursions are listed as ways to explore Deer Island. For guests staying at the 45th Parallel Restaurant & Motel, boat tours, whale watching, and hiking are among the island activities.

The Old Sow Whirlpool can be seen from Deer Island Point Park about three hours before high tide. Plan your visit around the tide. Collecting driftwood, shells, and stones is described as a possible activity on the island’s discovery beaches.

Charlotte County as a Wider Travel Region

In the wider Charlotte County destination, coastal communities stretch from St. Stephen and Saint Andrews to the coastal islands along the western shores of the Bay of Fundy. In Saint Andrews, Kingsbrae Garden is a 27-acre horticultural and ornamental garden, open daily from mid-May through October; check seasonal visiting hours before your trip. Ministers Island is accessible only at low tide and includes the Van Horne estate; the island also offers walking trails and coastal views. Check the tides for your planned access. The St. Andrews Blockhouse was built by residents during the War of 1812 to protect the town from American privateers and military forces. Visitors can tour its barracks and gun battery.

Discover more destinations: Pocologan, St George, Grand Manan, Caithness, Bocabec, Saint James, Blacks Harbour, St Stephen.

For the wider travel overview: Charlotte County.