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Road Trip Saint John to Hopewell Rocks – Flowerpot Sea Stacks

Saint John Hopewell Rocks
160
km
2h
drive
Summer
season

The Itinerary

Hopewell Rocks, sculpted by the world's highest tides (Bay of Fundy, up to 16 m), are New Brunswick's most iconic attraction. At low tide, walk the ocean floor among giant "flowerpot" rocks; at high tide, paddle around them by kayak.

Two visits recommended: low tide and high tide (6h apart) to grasp the range. From Saint John, the scenic route passes St. Martins (sea caves accessible at low tide) and the Fundy Trail Parkway (30-km scenic drive). Combine with Fundy National Park.

Points of Interest

  • ✦
    Hopewell Rocks at Low Tide
    Walk the ocean floor among the flowerpot rocks.
  • ✦
    Hopewell Rocks at High Tide
    Kayak around the tops of the rocks (6 hours later).
  • ✦
    St. Martins Sea Caves
    Sea caves you can walk into at low tide.
  • ✦
    Fundy Trail Parkway
    A 30 km scenic drive along the Bay of Fundy.

Fishing Spots Along the Route

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Abe Corey Brook
Stream
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Adams Lake
Lake
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Albright Brook
Stream
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Alcorn Brook
Stream
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Alcorn Pond
Lake
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Alder Brook
Stream
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Alder Brook
Stream
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Alexs Pond
Lake

Take this route offline

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Practical info
  • Departure Saint John
  • Destination Hopewell Rocks
  • Distance 160 km
  • Duration 2h
  • Category Medium (100–250 km)
  • Best season Summer
Themes
Ocean Iconic Family Kayaking park Summer unique

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