Discover St George

St George brings together historic landmarks with themes of river, trail, and nature. If you’re looking for a hotel in St George, the interests guiding your stay can be a starting point: history, folklore, or time by the water each offer a different focus. The following places and activities show different sides of the town.

History and historic sites

The Presbyterian Kirk has been continuously used as a place of worship since 1790. Fort Hill Cannons is designated a local historic site for its intended role in the War of 1812 and the Fenian Raid of 1866. The two sites represent different historical connections: the Kirk’s continued religious use and the Cannons’ intended role in two conflicts.

The Historic Places Walking Tour shares the region’s history and folklore, which date back to the early Loyalist settlers. St. George Falls invite visitors to explore the gorge. They were formerly called First Falls; First Falls was also the town’s original name. The historical themes therefore range from regional stories to an earlier place name.

Trail, river, and nature

In St George, a 1.5 km paved section of the Coastal Link Trail runs from the eastern town boundary on Main Street, along the former railway line, to Riverview Avenue. The Coastal Link Trail connects St. Stephen with Saint John and beyond. This gives the section in St George a precise location without conflating it with the entire route.

The Magaguadavic River forms the centre of the Town of St. George. It offers canoeists and kayakers a calm, easily accessible way to explore nature from the water. Whale watching, scuba diving, and cycling tours are also among the activities associated with St George. These themes complement the historic sites with experiences on and by the water, as well as other activities.

Eagles Nest at 2 South Street is a picnic area with scenic views of The Basin. In spring and summer, The Basin is a popular spot for eagles, hawks, and ospreys. The view from the picnic area and the seasonal wildlife offer two different ways to connect with the nature theme.

More places in the broader destination of Charlotte County

The broader destination of Charlotte County also offers distinct historical and nature themes. 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 explore the barracks and the gun battery. At the St. Andrews Blockhouse, the water level along the coast and in the harbour rises and falls twice daily by an average of 7.24 metres.

In Saint Andrews, Kingsbrae Garden is a 27-acre horticultural and ornamental garden. It is open daily from mid-May to October; check seasonal opening 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. If you plan to visit, account for the low-tide-only access and check visiting conditions in advance.

In St. Stephen, the Chocolate Museum tells the story of candy-making and Ganong’s Canadian confectionery innovations. Visitors can watch Ganong Hand Dippers make chocolates using a method that has been retained for more than a hundred years. Together with the Blockhouse and gardens, these examples show the range of themes across the broader destination of Charlotte County without conflating them with the attractions in St George.

Explore more destinations: Pennfield, Bocabec, Caithness, Blacks Harbour, Saint Andrews, Saint James, St Stephen, Pocologan.

For the broader travel overview: Charlotte County.