Walking on the Ocean Floor

Part of the Hopewell Rocks experience is a beach walk along the ocean's floor among the flowerpot-like formations. The beach is accessed from a set of stairs off the main viewing deck and stairs/ramp beside the lower parking lot. (see park map)

Allow at least two hours to walk and explore the entire length of the beach area.

The beach is a relatively easy walk until reaching The Ledges, which is an outcrop ridge of limestone rock on the southern end of the beach. The more adventurous may clamber over these rocks to reach Demoiselle Beach on the other side, however  use caution; rocks and boulders may be slippery. 

We recommend sturdy and washable footwear, as some beach areas are muddy. There are several boot wash areas throughout the park for cleaning muddy footwear.

Visitors may safely explore the beach for 3 hours before low tide, until 3 hours after low tide (check tide tables for the day of your visit). As the tide comes in and water levels rise, interpretive staff will clear areas of the beach that become submerged quickly.

To fully appreciate the tidal phenomenon of the Bay of Fundy, plan to view both high and low tides.

Please Note: while every effort has been made to make the Hopewell Rocks accessible to all, we regret that due to its composition, the ocean floor is not wheelchair accessible.