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Fishing the Miramichi and Restigouche Rivers by RV

Atlantic salmon and trout on two of New Brunswick's best-known rivers, and the RV parks near them.

Regulation links last checked October 2026.

In short. These are salmon rivers, and salmon rules are set river by river and can change in season. Pick the river first, check the official notice, then choose a campground. Fresh water here needs a New Brunswick licence.

Rules change. Seasons, closures and limits change often and can change mid-season. We link to the official pages rather than repeat them, so check them before every trip.

Licences and rules

  • Fresh water: managed by the Province. See the Go Fishing page for licences and species, and the Fish Book (summary of regulations).
  • Licences: see Available Licences and Draws for the licences and draws offered.
  • Atlantic salmon: Fisheries and Oceans Canada publishes the Atlantic salmon recreational fishing notice for the Gulf Region, which names the Miramichi and Restigouche. Check it for the river you plan to fish.
  • Moving boats and gear: clean, drain and dry your boat and gear between waters, and check the province's rules on moving bait and fish.

Choose your fishing area

Fish named for this region: Salmon, Trout. Read the species guide.

Miramichi River and the Cains River

  • Northeast New Brunswick
  • Atlantic salmon, trout and striped bass (named for the river system)

Tourism New Brunswick names the Miramichi river system for salmon, trout and striped bass. Outdoor Canada names the Miramichi and its tributary the Cains River for Atlantic salmon and sea-run brook trout.

We list 1 campgrounds and camp sites in this area. Browse the regional campground directory.

Restigouche River: Campbellton and Dalhousie

  • Northern New Brunswick
  • Atlantic salmon and trout (named for the river system)

Tourism New Brunswick describes the Restigouche river system as primarily trout and salmon. Campbellton and Dalhousie are the nearest towns in our listings.

We list 4 campgrounds and camp sites in this area. Browse the regional campground directory.

Gear for this water

  • River & fly-fishing kit. A rod/reel combination suited to the planned method. Search on Amazon
  • Rain, sun & wet-weather gear. Rain layers that fit over your fishing clothing. Search on Amazon

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Where the fish names come from

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