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Historic site · St. Andrews, New Brunswick
Minister's Island
Island in Passamaquoddy Bay, near St. Andrews, reached by car across the seabed at low tide, with the summer house of William Van Horne, builder of the transcontinental railway.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Minister's Island
Minister's Island is a few kilometres from the centre of St. Andrews and can only be reached by land at low tide: a gravel road crosses the seabed and is submerged under several metres of water when the tide rises.
On the island is Covenhoven, the summer house of Sir William Van Horne, who oversaw construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway in the late 19th century. The property includes the stone-and-wood house, a large barn, a bathing house on the beach and a mill. Tours are guided and scheduled according to the tide.
The island is a provincial historic site. It is open in summer and autumn; check visiting hours for the day, which change with the tide, and the current schedule.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
Two hours, depending on the tidal window.
Best time
From June to September, at the visiting times set by the low tide.
How to get there
About 5 km from St. Andrews centre via Bar Road, up to the crossing, only at low tide.
Tip
Never cross outside the indicated times: the tide covers the road quickly and your car can become stranded on the island or on the way.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Minister's Island
How do you get to Minister's Island?
By car on the road that crosses the seabed, only at low tide and at the times indicated by the administration.
Who was William Van Horne?
The director who oversaw construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway, who had his summer house on the island.
Is the visit to Minister's Island guided?
Yes, at times set according to the tide. Check before you go.