Fundy National Park

Fundy National Park is a protected area in southern New Brunswick on the Atlantic coast, covering forests, cliffs, and coastal zones. The area spreads over roughly 207 square kilometers (80 square miles) and follows the coastline with access to bays, waterfalls, and tidal zones.

The area gained protection in 1948 after the timber industry with its sawmills in Point Wolfe used the land throughout the nineteenth century. Establishing the park marked a shift from forestry to preserving coastal forests and tidal zones.

The name comes from the bay known for its extreme tidal movements, shaping how people live along this coast for generations. Hikers and campers today use trails that once served loggers and fishers moving through dense woods and along the rocky shore.

More than 100 kilometers (62 miles) of hiking trails run through forests, to waterfalls, and along the coast, with paths offering different conditions depending on the season. Visitors should prepare for quick temperature shifts at the coast and bring sturdy footwear for rocky terrain.

The tides here rank among the highest on Earth, lifting water levels up to 16 meters (52 feet) twice each day. At low tide, the seafloor lies exposed, and visitors can walk among rocks and tidal pools where marine life appears.

Location: New Brunswick

Inception: April 10, 1948

Part of: Fundy Biosphere Reserve

Website: http://pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/nb/fundy

GPS coordinates: 45.59528,-64.95389

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:28