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The earliest settlement made in Antigonish County, by the Highland
Scots, was in Arisaig.
Visit the Scottish "Cairn" which commemorates the first Catholic Church
in area. A second Cairn, commemorating the Battle of Culloden, can be
seen in the neighboring community of Knoydart. As with most of the
communities on this shore, you will find many descendants of the
original Scottish "Highland" settlers in Arisaig.
Visit the Arisaig Provincial Day Park which boasts a Picnic Area &
several short Walking Trails. There is an interpretive display
which explains the geology of the area and the fossils
which may be found here. Toilet facilities are available at this
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Near the Arisaig wharf, you will discover a geologically rich area with
exposed volcanic lava flows, on the North side of Arisaig Point, dating
back about 450 million years ago. Southwest of Arisaig Point, you can
walk along the beach alongside an exposed group of sedimentary rocks
which are highly fossiliferous.
You will also find quiet beaches, scenic look-offs and several excellent
Mountain Biking Trails nearby. |
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