Harvey Bank

The Andersons Hollow Lighthouse - the 'restless light' - Back in the 1800's, this small lighthouse signaled to mariners from a public wharf at Waterside Beach. When the wharf fell victim to disuse and neglect, the lighthouse was moved to a private property overlooking the scenic bay adjacent to Route 915, where it sat for many years. 

Several years ago, it was rescued from destruction once more and moved, by a local heritage group, to the Old Bank Museum property on the corner of Route 114 and Route 915 in Riverside-Albert.  In 2001, it was moved once more (by flatbed truck), this time to nearby Harvey Bank Heritage Shipyard Park where a wharf restoration project was undertaken in 1998 to celebrate the rich shipbuilding era that brought prosperity to the area.

Anderson Hollow Lighthouse, photo by Mary Majka

Harvey Bank Heritage Shipyard Park is located on the Mary's Point Road (off Route 915 near Riverside-Albert).  Gaius Turner, one of the area's most prominent shipbuilders, once lived here and the old wharf marks the site where his shipyard operated in the mid-1800's.  Approximately 20 large, ocean-going sailing ships were launched from this yard. 

In 1998, a restoration project was begun to preserve this piece of Albert County history.  It  involved rebuilding the old wharf (which was slated for demolition), constructing a large wooden replica of a sailing ship, and developing the grounds with an interpretive display and gardens.

The park is worthy of a visit for the spectacular scenery, as well as informative displays on the wooden ship era.

Grindstone Island -

The history of Grindstone Island goes back to the 1700's when the finest sandstone in North America was quarried from her shoals at low tide.  The lighthouse was built in 1854 and a succession of lighthouse keepers lived on the isolated island until the light was automated in 1960.

Now access to the island is restricted as it is a protected nesting area for eider ducks, peregrine falcons and blue herons (among others).  The island is owned by the Church of England and is under protection of the Canadian Wildlife Service.  The best view of the island comes  from the Shepody Marsh near Hopewell Hill, or from Mary's Point Bird Sanctuary.

Cape Enrage -

The beautiful Cape Enrage Lighthouse is the home for Cape Enrage Adventures.  You can visit the lighthouse and tearoom, walk the beaches or take part in one of their thrilling rappelling, canoeing or kayaking adventures.  Located off Route 915 near Alma.  Watch for the signs!

photo by Dennison Tate