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The Hopewell Rocks is located along the Bay of Fundy, home of the highest tides in the world. It offers a unique natural experience of both high and low tides. Enjoy the multi-media exhibit in the Interpretive Centre, scenic walking trails and lookouts.
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Feb 19, 2024 · Discover the iconic Hopewell Rocks, a highlight of New Brunswick’s Fundy Coast, where you can experience the marvel of walking on the ocean floor during low tide. The Hopewell Rocks, also known as Flowerpot Rocks, are an incredible natural phenomenon, featuring sea stacks that rise dramatically from the tidally transformed seabed.
- Hopewell Rocks Facts
- What Is Special About The Bay of Fundy Tides?
- Hopewell Rocks
- Kayaking at Hopewell Rocks
- Hopewell Rocks Night Photography
- Planning Your Visit to Hopewell Rocks
- Other Must-See Examples of The Bay of Fundy Tides
- Conclusion
Largest recorded tidal change: 16 metres (50 feet)Time span between high and low tide: 6 hours 13 minutesTide rise per hour: 4 – 6 feet (1.5 to 2 metres)160 billion tonnes of water flow into the bay twice dailyThe Bay of Fundy is a huge area of water on the Atlantic Coast of Canada sandwiched between the provinces of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. The Bay of Fundy is home to the world’s highest tides. The highest recorded tidal difference of over 16 metres (53 feet) in the upper reaches of the Bay. Now, just think about that for a second, that’s as high ...
These unique tides have carved a dramatic coastline all along the Bay of Fundy, from hidden caves, sandstone statues, fossil filled beaches and crazy rock formations. Hopewell Rocks is the latter!
By far one of the best adventures I have had in New Brunswick and the Bay of Fundy is kayaking at Hopewell Rocks. For me, this is the best way to see the ‘Flowerpot’ Rocks close up, and paddle through Lover’s Arch.
By far one of the stand-out experiences of this trip was a visit to Hopewell Rocks at night. As the park is closed, this is a guided tour by park expert and local photographer Kevin Snair. The tour was amazing. 2022/2023 update: Sadly, this tour no longer runs, but this does not mean you can’t go and take some spectacular photos at night. But you w...
Hopewell Rocks is a 40-minute drive from Moncton. We flew into Moncton and out of Saint John, hiring a car and driving a fantastic A to B road trip along the Bay of Fundy. From the UK there are regular flights to New Brunswick via Toronto with Air Canada. Hopewell Rocks is also only two-hours’ drive from Halifax, Nova Scotia. Before your visit make...
All along the New Brunswick side of the Bay of Fundy there are amazing examples of the impact these tides have. I’ve just focused on Hopewell Rocks here. However, there are 3 other examples I urge you to go and see.
In terms of what to see in New Brunswick, I’ve just cherry picked a few. Look out for the next article, 10 things you Must Do in New Brunswick where I’ll detail a few more. If you want to read more about the exact itinerary we followed, take a look at New Brunswick and the Bay of Fundy. *My trip to New Brunswick was sponsored by New Brunswick Touri...
Jun 19, 2012 · Discover Hopewell Rocks in Hopewell Cape, New Brunswick: Iconic rock formations that allow for exploration during high or low tide.
Mar 6, 2024 · Uncover the awe-inspiring beauty of Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park with our comprehensive guide. From rock arches to kayaking, this natural wonder will take your breath away.
The Hopewell Rocks, also called the Flowerpots Rocks or simply the Rocks, are rock formations known as sea stacks caused by tidal erosion in the Hopewell Rocks Ocean Tidal Exploration Site at the Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park in New Brunswick, Canada. They stand 40–70 feet tall.
