A tourism information centre is located at Miscou Harbour and open during the summer months. There are campgrounds and restaurants open seasonally, as well as cottage rentals. The major industry is fishing, primarily lobster and herring. Unlike neighbouring areas the peat moss on the island has not been harvested and is left in its natural state. There are several boardwalks and information areas located on the peat moss and other interesting natural habitats on the island. The island is also known for the Miscou Island Lighthouse, which was built in 1856 and is located at the northeastern tip of the island. In the summer it is open for guided tours, there is also a cafe and gift shop. The lighthouse was designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 1974. Miscou Island won a 2010 Phoenix Award honouring conservation efforts in the North American tourism industry. It was described as "one of the single most beautiful spots in the world." The island's sand dunes and lagoons host a variety of migratory birds, including the rare piping plover, Charadrius melodus melodus, making the island a favourite location for birding and naturalists. Miscou is a favourite spot for kitesurfing, kayaking, and for sport-fishing of striped-bass. See also Acadian Peninsula Lamèque Island Shippagan, New Brunswick List of communities in New Brunswick List of islands of New Brunswick References External links Lamèque International Baroque Music Festival Coastal islands of New Brunswick Landforms of Gloucester County, New Brunswick Local service districts of Gloucester County, New Brunswick