Merigomish Harbor’s rich mapping history reflects its importance as both a fishing hub and a sheltered harbour. Comparing this historical chart with current digital nautical charts can reveal how coastal processes and human structures have reshaped the harbor over the past century. The 1842 Merigomish Harbor Map drawn by Jos. S. Latimer depicts both coastal outlines and underwater topography, designed to assist mariners entering and navigating Merigomish Harbor.
Rocky Patch is located in Merigomish Harbour just east of Point Betty on Olding Island.
Savage Point is a low, sandy headland on the southern shore of Big Merigomish Island, extending into the sheltered waters of Merigomish Harbour. It is located across from Point Betty, and helps protect nearby Savage Cove.
Point Betty is located at the east end of Olding Island, protruding out into Merigomish Harbour. The area is characterized by its natural and marine landscape, important for both recreational boating and local wildlife, and especially birds that frequenting the islands sandbars.