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Hillsborough, New Brunswick

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  • Hopewell Cape, New Brunswick

    Explore the Hopewell Rocks

    4.3
    Hopewell Rocks (otherwise known as the flowerpot rocks) are in the Bay of Fundy, New Brunswick. Not only does the Bay of Fundy boast the highest tides in the world, but the 40-70 ft rock formations formed by the tide are incredibly unique. At low tide, you can walk on the sea floor that is four s...
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  • Shédiac, Nouveau-Brunswick

    Sail in the Bay of Shediac, New Brunswick

    It's not a secret anymore, the town of Shediac in New Brunswick is home to the warmest salt waters north of the Carolinas. The Northumberland Strait passes between Prince Edward Island and the southeastern coast of New Brunswick, bringing its warm current to heat up the beach. From June to Septem...
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  • Elgin, New Brunswick

    Water-Hike to Gordon Falls

    0.6 mi / 0 ft gain
    Gordon Falls is one of the best waterfalls in New Brunswick. It is situated 45 minutes out of Moncton, is easily accessible from the road, and is absolutely worth the drive whenever you wish to cool down on a hot summer day. While it's possible to reach the waterfall right out of your car and han...
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  • Alma, New Brunswick

    Hike to Chutes Third Vault

    5.0
    4.6 mi / 500 ft gain
    The hike begins as a flat path through dense forest. About 1.5 miles in, the trail steepens to go almost straight down. There are several manmade steps to make it a bit easier. Near the bottom you walk through the river a bit until turning a corner to see the gorgeous, cascading falls on your lef...
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  • Alma, New Brunswick

    Explore Dickson Falls in Fundy National Park

    5.0
    1 mi / 98.4 ft gain
    Every day during the summer, Dickson Falls in Fundy National Park, sees many hikers, families and tour busses passing by. The short hike is perfectly adapted to children and groups and it is very well maintained. Half of the trail consisted of a four feet wide boardwalk with stairs (a lot of stai...
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  • Alma, New Brunswick

    Backpack to Goose River Beach

    9.8 mi / 550 ft gain
    The Goose River trail is part if the Fundy Footpath and starts in the Fundy National Park. You can reach the Park from both Alma or Saint-Martins, New Brunswick. In the park, follow Point Wolf road for 8km until you reach the parking lot where you can leave you car for the night. Don't forget to ...
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  • Cocagne, Nouveau-Brunswick

    Kakak around Cocagne Island

    3.7 mi / 0 ft gain
    No official roads will bring you to Cocagne Island. To reach the shore, we suggest you dock your (own) kayak or canoe at Cocagne's Cormierville wharf situated about one mile from the island. First, head south toward Cocagne Island. Before leaving, check the tides to establish which route to take ...
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  • Saint-Édouard-de-Kent, New Brunswick

    Hike to the Bouctouche Dunes Lighthouse

    3.0
    14.9 mi / 65.6 ft gain
    In Bouctouche, New Brunswick, you can hike one of the longest strip of dunes in the east cost of North America. The 12 k of dunes is the habitat of many birds and plants. It is also the home is the endanger piping plover. Visitors must walk on wet sand and be careful not to disturb wildlife. Ther...
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  • Canning, Nova Scotia

    Hike Cape Split Trail

    5.0
    9.9 mi
    This is a Nova Scotia classic and a well-known hike. The trailhead has been recently upgraded by the province so parking is no longer a major concern. There is a nice picnic area at the parking lot, but I recommend hauling your lunch to the point - it is a much more scenic picnic spot!The trail s...
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  • Wellington, Prince Edward Island

    Dig for a Clam Dinner in PEI

    Grab your shovel and head to one of the south sandy beaches in PEI to dig for your dinner. Specifically, head to the sand bar near Maximeville, Pinette, or Tea Hill.Digging for clams is relatively easy, just look for the small air holes in the sand at low tide. Make sure you place the shovel a fe...
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