Just minutes away from the sandy white beaches of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, visitors can enjoy deep-sea fishing, clam-digging or a stroll along the beach at North Lake Harbour. North Lake is considered the Tuna Capital of the world.

Only minutes away you can experience the East Point Lighthouse where you can climb to the top and view the magnificent vista. The tides of the Northumberland Strait and Gulf of St. Lawrence meet here and show a force of nature.

For those seeking to take in the beauty of the landscape and a little more adventure. Elmira Station is the gateway to the “Rails to Trails” system. Elmira was known as the end of the line during the railway era. A coalition of groups in the area have converted the abandoned rail lines into 23 km of breathtaking hiking and biking trails known as Confederation Trail. Bike rentals are available at the main station. Those famished from their day, can taste the delicious home cooking of the Island at the Track’s End Takeout.

The restaurant is located next to the main station, and has a lovely picnic area and boardwalk close by. Elmira Station is fully equipped with bathroom facilities changing rooms and showers. The museum also has its own gift shop, so that visitors can take home their own piece of railway history and of the Island.