Vacationing in The Bay of Fundy Coast, New Brunswick
by dgrwriting on 01/09/09 at 5:28 am
The New Brunswick Fundy Coast is the most visited area in the province. Some sites shouldn’t be missed. Here are some of the most amazing sites you can see and why you should see them.
If you are looking for a relatively inexpensive vacation and you enjoy hiking, camping and seeing some of Canada’s natural wonders, then the New Brunswick Fundy Coast is the place to be. New Brunswick is near the eastern tip of Canada. It is bordered by Quebec, Nova Scotia, and the state of Maine. New Brunswick also connects to Prince Edward Island by the 17 km long bridge, called the Confederation Bridge.
Life on the East Coast
One of the things I always loved about living on the East Coast of Canada is the slow, relaxed pace of life. A drive in the country is like taking a step back in time. Most of the houses are heritage homes with a gorgeous Victorian style. It’s an uncrowded, soothing place, perfect for a relaxing vacation. If relaxing isn’t your thing, then there is still lots to do. There is a range of outdoor activities that include hiking, kayaking, repelling, spelunking and there are tons more.
The Fundy Coast
The Fundy Coast is one of New Brunswick’s most popular tourist destinations. There are definitely some places that should not be skipped. Highway 114 skirts the Fundy coast from Moncton all the way to Fundy National Park. The Fundy Coast has some of the most extreme tides in the world. These tides have created amazing natural sites all the way up the Fundy coast.
Hopewell Rocks
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First on the list of must-see attractions is Hopewell Rocks, a provincial park off highway 114, which is open mid-May to mid-October. The Hopewell Rocks are huge tree-topped sandstone formations that were created by the tide after years of erosion. At low tide you can walk the ocean floor or you can take a kayak tour when the tide is up, with Baymount Outdoor Adventures. Since the tides are ever changing, check with a tide schedule to help plan your day. After enjoying a day in the park, you can enjoy a meal at the Log Cabin Gift Shop and Restaurant. If you would enjoy something a little more formal, then I would highly recommend the Old Shepody Mill Restaurant, they have excellent food and great service.
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