Tide Tables - General Information
You'll want to visit the Hopewell Rocks during both high tide
and low tide so you can truly appreciate the height and range
of the highest tides in the world. (Read more about the
tides...)
Your entrance fee for the Hopewell Rocks is valid for two
consecutive days. This means you can return at any time during
that period in order to see both the high and low tides.
The time span between low and high tide is 6 hours and 13 minutes.
This presents a unique opportunity to walk on the ocean's floor
from 3 hours before low tide until 3 hours after, so it's
important to check the tide tables before you visit.
Is it better to see high tide or low tide?
It's your choice!
See high tide first. Some visitors prefer to see the high
tide first and then return later to walk the ocean floor and explore
the beach, coves and flowerpot rock formations.
See low tide first. Others want to explore the beach and
flowerpot rocks first, then return to see those same formations
surrounded by water, as the highest tides in the world fill the Bay of
Fundy.
See both in the same day. Many visitors make plans to stay
for the whole day. They walk the ocean floor, then stay to watch the
shift between low and high tides. It's fun to see how quickly the tide
comes in.
Some visitors reserve a kayak tour in advance and enjoy the unique
experience of paddling around the flowerpot rocks at high tide.
There are many things to do and see within the park, but we
recommend visitors plan to stay at least four hours to really
appreciate the experience.
Additional Links:
Tide tables for the current season.
Off-season tide charts (Dept. Fisheries & Oceans website)
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