I didn't spend as much time as I would have liked in New Brunswick during this trip. I did, however, make it a point to visit Hopewell Rocks for a stroll on the ocean floor during low tide. It is a well known fact that the Bay of Fundy is home to some of the most extreme tides in the world and the Hopewell Rocks are the perfect place to see this phenomenon in action.
During low tide, visitors can walk the ocean floor beneath towering rock monuments (nicknamed flower pots) that have been sculpted over millions of years by the constant motion of the tides flushing in and out. Looking at the photographs, one can get a good idea of just how much water will cover our walkway within a few short hours - as much as 12 meters (42 feet). The constant motion of water not only continually sculpts the rocks, it has also carved out numerous caves along the shore.
When the tides start rolling in, visitors can paddle around the tops of the rocks on a guided kayak tour offered by one of the local outdoor adventure operators. Park interpreters are on site to answer questions and the interpretive centre is well equipped to educate visitors on the history and geology of the area.
The park is open from mid-May to mid-October and there is a fee to enter. The parking area and main entrance kiosk are located quite a distance from the main lower level, a 15-20 minute walk on a gravel path. There is a shuttle service available for a nominal fee. If you are travelling through New Brunswick, I would recommend a visit to this beautiful and amazing park.
Check the website for all the details: www.thehopewellrocks.ca
During low tide, visitors can walk the ocean floor beneath towering rock monuments (nicknamed flower pots) that have been sculpted over millions of years by the constant motion of the tides flushing in and out. Looking at the photographs, one can get a good idea of just how much water will cover our walkway within a few short hours - as much as 12 meters (42 feet). The constant motion of water not only continually sculpts the rocks, it has also carved out numerous caves along the shore.
When the tides start rolling in, visitors can paddle around the tops of the rocks on a guided kayak tour offered by one of the local outdoor adventure operators. Park interpreters are on site to answer questions and the interpretive centre is well equipped to educate visitors on the history and geology of the area.
The park is open from mid-May to mid-October and there is a fee to enter. The parking area and main entrance kiosk are located quite a distance from the main lower level, a 15-20 minute walk on a gravel path. There is a shuttle service available for a nominal fee. If you are travelling through New Brunswick, I would recommend a visit to this beautiful and amazing park.
Check the website for all the details: www.thehopewellrocks.ca
