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ABOUT NEW BRUNSWICK

Embrace the allure of New Brunswick and discover a maritime paradise where uncharted adventures, stunning natural landscapes, and rich cultural experiences await you. As your definitive tourism guide, we invite you to explore this captivating Canadian gem. Nestled between Quebec, Nova Scotia, and the coast of Maine, New Brunswick is a treasure trove of magnificent cliffs, lush forests, gleaming waterways, and the world’s highest tides – a haven for nature lovers.

Uncover the unique appeal of this enchanting region, teeming with New Brunswick tourist attractions that reveal its beauty and cultural diversity. From its sparkling coastline to its vibrant cities, tourism NB offers an irresistible allure, promising a travel experience that is as unforgettable as the land itself.

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A spectre of wind and sea, the Bay of Fundy is a vital force that shapes everything in reach. The arrival and departure of the water transforms the shore, so that each glance reveals new footpaths in every terrain. Witness a place where fishing villages still inhabit the coast, and where wooden bridges cut a winding path through time. 

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New Brunswick is a true coastal experience that marries the land and the sea. This maritime province is for its quaint fishing towns, coastal islands to dense forests that host many species of wildlife. The famous Bay of Fundy is located in New Brunswick, a remarkable place where you can see the sea floor emerging with the outgoing tide every day. The Bay of Fundy has the world’s largest range where the sea level rises and falls by up to 13 mtrs. or more than 40 ft every day. Breathtaking views of incredible high tides can be had by kayaking, hiking or beachcombing along the magnificent coastline. You can also find stunning landscapes at Stonehammer Geopark, North America’s first UNESCO supported geopark that showcases billions of years of Earth’s history. Another must-see is the Acadian coast, dotted with seaside communities of French heritage with a 400 year history. In August, don’t miss National Acadian Day, a celebration of the colourful spirit of the Acadie. Here you can enjoy amazing festivities paired with fresh seafood and cold beer, a staple experience for anyone looking for an authentic Canadian setting to taste the salty air of the Atlantic.

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Fish for lobster on New Brunswick's scenic east coast.

Take in Fredericton's heritage architecture.

Enjoy a day trip to Campobello Island.

Spot whales and experience the world's highest tidal range in the Bay of Fundy.

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Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Halifax. On arrival in Halifax make your way to your downtown accommodation. The remainder of the day is free to relax.

Enjoy a full day at leisure in the historic city of Halifax; stroll along the waterfront boardwalk, take a cruise through its picturesque harbour, visit one of the city's excellent museums, or head out of the city to Peggy's Cove to sample Nova Scotia's beautiful coastal scenery. Included today is a short nautical excursion into the harbour as you take in the city skyline with an experienced local captain on an eight-person fully electric boat.

Make your own way to Halifax airport to collect your hire car — your car hire package includes an additional driver and all insurance. From here, drive north to the scenic adjacent province of New Brunswick. En route, you may wish to explore the historic sites of forts Beausejour and Gaspareaux that testify to the colonial struggle for control of the region between France and Great Britain. Your destination today is Shediac, known as the lobster capital of the world. This afternoon, you're booked on a two-and-a-half-hour cruise with an experienced local fisherman, who will teach you about the physiology and the life of the lobster and show you how they are fished. You'll then enjoy a full lobster meal, using the fresh catch you have helped secure. Along the way, relax and enjoy the seascape of this scenic coastline.

Drive along the pretty Acadian coast, delving into the fascinating history of the Acadian settlers en route. We recommend a stop at the 12 km (7.5 miles)-long Dune de Bouctouche, where a wooden boardwalk enables easy exploration of the dune's salt marshes and sensitive ecosystems. Also highly recommended is a visit to nearby Kouchibouguac National Park, where you can explore mixed woodlands, dunes, and a dark sky preserve. Continue to Miramichi for your overnight stay.

The heart of New Brunswick's Acadian coast is centred on the small town of Caraquet, north of Miramichi. Spend the day exploring this pretty coastal region and learning more about the history of the Acadians. Take the bridge to unspoilt Miscou Island, a remote land of peat bogs, dunes, lagoons and small fishing communities. Visit the Village Historique Acadian to learn all about the history and culture of the Acadian people, and don't miss a visit to the nearby Grande Anse lighthouse. Return to Miramichi for your overnight stay.

Make your way along the Miramichi River today, famous for its salmon fishing, and if you have time why not try your hand at casting off? Your destination today is picturesque Fredericton: New Brunswick's riverside provincial capital. There is plenty to explore, including the Beaverbrook Art Gallery and Old Government House, while Officers' Square, the Garrison District and nearby King's Landing tell of the city's colonial heritage. There are plenty of river-side paths to explore on foot or by bicycle, and a good range of microbreweries.

Drive to St. Andrews by the Sea and begin your exploration with a half-day whale-watching cruise to the nearby Bay of Fundy. The Bay of Fundy has been compared in marine biodiversity to the Amazon Rainforest, known globally for its ecology, geology, tidal energy currents and diverse habitats. Afterwards, you may visit the Kingsbrae Garden, which covers 10.9 ha (27 acres) and features a working windmill, sculptures and peacocks.

Enjoy a self-guided tour of Minister Island, which is just a short one kilometre drive across the ocean floor at low tide. The island is named after the Loyalist Anglican minister, Reverend Samuel Andrews, who first settled on the island in 1786, and you'll be able to see the original stone house where Rev. Andrews lived with his family, and visit the summer estate of the visionary railway builder in Canada, Sir William Van Horne. Returning to St. Andrews later today, you'll have some time at leisure to continue exploring under your own steam.

Travel by water taxi from St. Andrew's wharf to Campobello Island and enjoy a guided tour of the island's delightful scenery, lighthouses and hidden gems, while learning about the island's history and way of life. Enjoy an included lunch at one of the best restaurants on the island before heading to Roosevelt Campobello International Park. You can visit Franklin D. Roosevelt's stunning summer residence as you make your way around the park, before taking afternoon 'tea with Eleanor', featuring an interpretive talk and Eleanor Roosevelt's own recipe for ginger cookies. After the tour, return to the water taxi terminal for the cruise back to St. Andrews.

Make your way east along New Brunswick's rugged southern coastline to the town of Saint John. The only city along the Bay of Fundy, Saint John offers visitors a variety of attractions, ranging from wine tours, museums, and North America's oldest market. You'll have the afternoon at leisure to explore the city.

Enjoy the beautiful drive today along the coast to Alma on the edge of Fundy National Park. Here you can enjoy a coastal walk in the national park and marvel at the region's immense tidal changes.

On the way back to Halifax stop off at Hopewell Rocks. Make sure you go at low tide so you can walk among the 'Flower Pots' — giant rocks sculpted by the tide. From here, continue on to Halifax Airport to drop off your hire car, and take your onward flight.

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A New Brunswick Road Trip Itinerary Full of Thrills & Chills [+ Maps]

When people talk about visiting Atlantic Canada or the Maritime Provinces, what quickly comes to mind are the scenic seaside villages in Nova Scotia or the bucolic farms and red sand beaches of Prince Edward Island.

To get to both of those, visitors often skip right over New Brunswick, the Picture Province, which got its nickname from its beautiful coastline. But I’m going to give you four powerful reasons NOT to skip New Brunswick, but rather plan a New Brunswick road trip to explore this beautiful province.

4 Reasons to Visit New Brunswick, Canada

• New Brunswick is affordable! I’m not sure if you have noticed but in the last year, hotel prices have skyrocketed in the U.S. as pent-up demand and a desire to recoup losses have led to some price gouging — and it isn’t like service has gotten any better either. But New Brunswick, Canada is a very budget-friendly destination. There are a wide range of accommodation options in the budget to mid-range and, if you are visiting from the U.S., the currency conversion also makes food and activities cheaper.
• New Brunswick isn’t crowded . If you have traveled to outdoor destinations in the U.S. in the last two years, you have probably noticed a boom in tourism in National Parks, State Parks, and other public spaces as people have sought time in the great outdoors. While Canadians love their outdoor spaces too, you do not see the crowds that you will find south of the border. It is a joy to once again spend time in nature without jostling for space or navigating crowded trails and parking lots.
• New Brunswick is closer than you think. If you live anywhere in the Northeastern U.S., New Brunswick is a great road trip destination. You can follow my Maine coast road trip itinerary (or my New York to Maine road trip itinerary) and pick a spot to stop along the way or drive straight through. Boston to St. Andrews near the U.S.A.-Canadian border is a less than six-hour drive. What a relief it is to not have to deal with the current state of air travel! Canadians can also drive in from Quebec City (maybe with a stop in Saguenay ) or Montreal . However, if you do want to fly, you can fly into Moncton, St. John, or Fredericton (the capital), but chances are you will need to connect in Toronto or Montreal.
• There is so much to do! When I first met with the representatives from the New Brunswick tourism board, I was so impressed by the breadth and depth of fun activities in New Brunswick. Whether you are visiting as a family with young kids or teens, as a couple, with a friend, or just on a solo road trip like me, you are going to find something to love in New Brunswick. There are dramatic cliffs, the highest tides in the world, soft sand beaches with the warmest water on the East Coast north of the Carolinas, wineries, breweries, the Lobster Capital of the World, adventure sports, forested wilderness, beautiful national and provincial parks, and cool small cities. You will also find one-of-a-kind experiences like Ballet by the Ocean or tidal bore surfing.

So hopefully I have sold you on planning a trip to New Brunswick. Now I need to tell you how to do it. I recently spent 10 days exploring Southern New Brunswick as a guest of New Brunswick Tourism to research this article and I’ve learned a lot and have plenty to share (note: all opinions are my own.)

New Brunswick Road Trip Itinerary

New Brunswick is a fairly large province and it is really best explored by car. I would recommend that you take a week to explore Southern New Brunswick. I’ve organized this New Brunswick road trip itinerary assuming you are driving from the USA and doing a loop through Southern New Brunswick.

However, if you are flying in, you can easily use this itinerary as a guide and adjust it to meet your schedule. I would suggest flying into and out of Fredericton and still following this general road trip itinerary.

To give you an overview, I have created a map using Google My Maps that shows you the major stops along this New Brunswick road trip.

Day 1: St. Andrews

When you cross the border in Calais, Maine, your first stop on the New Brunswick road trip will be St. Andrews. If you have time, stop briefly in St. Stephens as you cross the border. Did you know that St. Stephens is Canada’s “Chocolate Town”?

At the Ganog Chocolate Shop in St. Stephens, you can sample old-fashioned chocolate varieties that have been made there since the mid-1800s. There is also a Chocolate Museum in the old Ganong candy factory.

From St. Stephens, it is only a 30-minute drive down to St. Andrews by-the-sea. This charming holiday town on the coast is a lovely place to spend a night or two. I’d highly recommend spending at least one full day in St. Andrews.

St. Andrews is an excellent spot to go whale watching, with many options from fast Zodiac boats to larger catamarans. Pick one that best matches your schedule and style. For example, choose a Zodiac if you want the thrill of speed and the larger boats if you are prone to seasickness.

The whale watching season starts in late June and you will see the best sightings from late July through September. During my time in St. Andrews, I took a three-hour whale-watching cruise with Quoddy Link Marine. Even though it was early July, we still spotted multiple minke whales, seals, harbor porpoises, and even a finback whale during a beautiful day out on the water.

After the cruise, spend some time strolling through the charming town, poking into the cute boutiques, and grab lunch at one of the many seaside restaurants. I had a lovely lunch on the shaded patio at The Gables restaurant.

If you have more time in St. Andrews, during the low tide of the Passamaquoddy Bay, you can drive across the sea floor to Ministers Island. For many thousands of years, the island (Consquamcook) was the seasonal home of the Peskotomuhkati indigenous people. Later, it was settled by Loyalists seeking a new beginning and it was also the summer estate of the entrepreneurial industrialist, artist, and Canadian nation builder, Sir William Van Horne. Today, you can visit the estate and stroll or bike along the carriage lanes, just keep an eye on the tide schedule for your return.

Where to stay in St. Andrews: The ideal place to stay is The Algonquin Resort, which is part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection. This historic hotel also offers modern conveniences like a golf course, fine dining, and even an indoor pool with a waterslide. It is the kind of place where you want to gather around the fire pit at night and watch the sunset or play lawn games before taking a dip in the outdoor pool.

Day 2: St. Martins

On the second day of your New Brunswick road trip, drive just under two hours to Saint Martins. You can always stop in Saint John on the way for lunch if you want. This seaside town is small, but still a must-see because of the St. Martin Sea Caves. This is another spot where you will want to check the tide charts because during low tide you can walk out on the beach and explore the sea caves.

During high tide, you can kayak around these same sea caves with Bay of Fundy Adventures . There are also two covered bridges and a small harbor where, during low tide, the boats sit on the ocean floor.

When you get hungry, grab a bowl of seafood chowder at Seaside Restaurant or enjoy some fried clams or other seafood at The Caves restaurant overlooking the beach. For fine dining, make a reservation at Periwinkles at the Beach Street Inn.

Where to stay in St. Martins: The Beach Street Inn in St. Martins is one of the nicest places that I stayed at during my time in New Brunswick. There are 14 ensuite rooms or suites in the main house and carriage house. Each is tastefully appointed to create a stylish retreat with modern amenities and comforts.

Day 3: Drive the Fundy Trail Parkway

Start your next day early and pick up a picnic lunch to bring on your drive along the scenic Fundy Trail Parkway. Completed in mid-2020, the Fundy Trail Parkway is 19 miles long and encompasses 2,559 hectares (6,323 acres) of land from the West Gate in St. Martins to the eastern entrance in Sussex Corner. There are 21 scenic overlooks, four waterfalls, five beaches, and 22 miles of hiking and biking trails along the Fundy Trail Parkway. The Fundy Trail hiking path is also part of two UNESCO-designated sites: the Fundy Biosphere Reserve and Stonehammer Global Geopark. 

I’ve written a separate blog post about some must-see places along the Fundy Trail Parkway including some short hikes to the “Grand Canyon of New Brunswick”, a swinging suspension bridge, a beautiful beach, a waterfall, and many gorgeous scenic overlooks.

After you finish driving the Fundy Trail Parkway, use the newly completed connector road through Fundy National Park to reach your destination for the evening in Alma. If you have time along the way, you can stop for a hike or to enjoy a scenic view.

Alma is a very cute fishing and lobstering village with a handful of restaurants, a brewery, a few shops, and a couple of motels. If you are ready for a drink, stop into Holy Whale, one of New Brunswick’s 50 craft breweries, based in a former church building. I’m not sure you can go wrong with a dinner pick, but I had delicious mussels at Tipsy Tail’s on the water. It was a perfect spot for watching the lobster boats return to the harbor and unload and to watch the sunset. In the morning, stop into Kelly’s Bake Shop for her famous sticky buns.

Where to stay in Alma: the options in Alma are limited and basic budget motels, but fine for a short stay. I would recommend the Parkland Village Inn , which has a nice lawn out back and if you get an ocean view room, you can watch the boats come and go.

Day 4: Cape Enrage

If you are ready for an adventure, spend your fourth day in New Brunswick at Cape Enrage. I would recommend you call ahead to find out the times for the tides and see if you can book a fossil tour and other adventures. It is a scenic 20-30 minute drive from Alma to Cape Enrage and it is a beautiful drive on winding country roads lined with wildflowers.

Along the way, you can stop for a walk on Waterside Beach and Pebble Beach. It is $6.00 per adult to enter and Cape Enrage is closed on Wednesdays. I would highly recommend calling in advance to see opening hours and discuss available activities. Cape Enrage is home to the oldest lighthouse on mainland New Brunswick.

Your entrance fee also gives you access to the rocky beach, reached by climbing down a steep set of metal stairs. You need to watch the tides, but if the tide is low enough you can walk along the coast and be wowed by the dramatic cliffs. What you may not notice on your own is that the beach is littered with fossils.

To learn more, you can book one of two fossil tours. The 45-minute tour takes you onto the beach and gives you a nice education into the geological history of the area and the impact of the tides. The longer, two-hour tour also includes a hike along the coast and needs to be done during low tide.

Other optional activities are either ziplining or cliff rappeling. Since I’ve done ziplining in many locations, I wanted to try something new so I signed up to go rappeling. I’m not scared of heights but I’m also not a huge thrill seeker. Still, I thought that I would be fine but I was actually much more nervous than expected once I had to step off that platform. You need a decent level of fitness and courage, but it is something worth trying — at least once!

There is a cafe on property that serves fish and chips, seafood chowder, and other dishes, making it easy to spend a full day at Cape Enrage.

Where to stay: you really have three options after your day at Cape Enrage, you can backtrack to Alma and stay two nights at the Parkland Village Inn (but you will need to drive past Cape Enrage to get up to Hopewell Rocks the next day), you can drive up to Moncton and stay two or three nights there to avoid too much moving around (but you will need to drive back to Hopewell Rocks the next day), or you can stay one night at the Hopewell Rocks Motel and Country Inn . It is a basic motel but it is clean and has a pool and restaurant and is the best choice if you prioritize convenience.

Day 5: Hopewell Rocks

Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park is one of the most famous sights in New Brunswick. Hopewell Rocks is only 30 minutes from Cape Enrage so you could technically do both of these attractions in one day, depending on what activities that you want to participate in at each. However, I do think it is really amazing to see Hopewell Rocks at both high tide and low tide, so you really need to plan on spending most of the day here.

Hopewell Rocks is one of the best places on the Bay of Fundy to experience the power of the tides. There are over twenty free-standing sea stacks along the two kilometers of shoreline, which you can easily walk along during low tide. Of course it is a very different experience at high tide.

Many people like to visit first at high tide and then either return later, or have lunch or a picnic and explore the interpretative center before then going back at low tide. This will give you a real wow moment to see the difference that a few hours make. But in reality, it doesn’t matter what order you visit in so just do what works best with your schedule and the tide calendar .

It is a 10-15 minute walk to the main entrance point to the coast down the metal stairs near the Flower Pot rocks, or you can pay a small fee to take a shuttle. The area around the famous Flower Pot Rocks can get crowded, but if you walk along the coast at low tide you can easily get away from people. Just be sure to wear sturdy footwear that you don’t mind getting dirty as the sea floor is quite rocky and slippery with mud. Don’t worry, they do provide a hose footbath to clean off after.

A walk along the coast will take you past sea stacks such as Elephant, Bear, Dinosaur, ET, and even Mother-in-Law. Another fun way to explore the coastline is by kayak with Baymount Outdoor Adventures. I was scheduled to take a night kayaking tour among the sea stacks but unfortunately, the wind and current was too strong that night so they had to cancel.

Where to stay: unless you are staying for the late night kayaking tour, I’d recommend driving 30 minutes north to Moncton to stay overnight at either the Delta Beausejour or the Residence Inn , both of which are Marriott properties that are conveniently located in downtown Moncton. If you would prefer to relax at a beach for the next day, you can drive a bit further (about an hour from Hopewell Rocks) and stay at the Hotel Shediac . Hotel Shediac is a nice boutique, full-service hotel that is walking distance to restaurants in downtown Shediac and a short drive to Parlee Beach.

Day 6: Moncton or Shediac

Since you are reaching the end of your New Brunswick road trip, you will need a little time to relax and there are two options for you: 1) relax at the beach; or 2) enjoy the thrills and chills or Magnetic Hill. I would encourage you to spend an extra day and do both.

Moncton is called the Hub City because it is a great launching pad for day trips around the area, including the beach towns along the Northumberland Strait. The Northumberland Strait has the warmest waters north of the Carolinas and as a New Englander, I concur. There are a number of lovely beach towns along the Acadian Coast, each with a slightly different vibe but all are family friendly.

Parlee Beach is Shediac is lovely with full facilities, wide stretches of sand that aren’t overcrowded, plentiful parking, and calm, clear water. Plus, you are just a few minutes drive to downtown Shediac, the Lobster Capital of the World, and home of the Giant Lobster sculpture.

While there I highly, highly recommend booking a Lobster Tales cruise with Shediac Bay Cruises. The two-hour cruise leaves out of Pointe-du-Chêne wharf (which is a cute place to visit on its own) and is an absolute delight. Unlike most sightseeing cruises, this trip is about the food — particularly, the lobster.

Captain Ron entertains guests with tales from his 40 years of fishing experience but also educates about conservation and, importantly, the best way to eat a whole lobster. Then, dinner is served and you put your newly-learned skills to the test. You will laugh a lot and not go home hungry!

If you are looking for something even more mellow, drive up the Acadian coast to the Irving Eco-Centre at La Dune de Bouchtouche. This center was established to preserve the 12 km sand dune that stretches across Bouctouche Bay. In addition to the education center, there is long, serpentine boardwalk that runs along the dunes, as well as a forest trail beside the salt marsh. This area is home to the Great Blue Heron, the Piping Plover and other wildlife.

Cap-Pelé is another great choice for a beach day paired with beachside seafood. Plage Beach at Parc de L’Aboiteau is the first salt water beach in Canada to receive the Blue Flag Certification for its cleanliness and accessibility. Here you will find a gorgeous beach, full facilities, a spacious seafood restaurant overlooking the water and even a craft beer taproom!

Don’t worry if you aren’t visiting in the summer or you aren’t in the mood for a beach day, Moncton offers plenty to do for families or adults. Downtown Moncton is a fun place to explore with tons of great restaurants and craft breweries. You can also enjoy the city’s bike paths or check out the tidal bore wave that rolls through town at the turn of the tide.

However, most likely you will want to head 15-20 minutes out of town to Magnetic Hill. This area was so-named because of a natural phenonemon that makes it appear that a car can roll backwards up hill. That’s a fun thing to experience, and afterwards families can enjoy a day at either the Magic Mountain Water Park or the Magnetic Hill Zoo .

Those traveling without kids can also enjoy Magnetic Hill, followed by a visit to the Usva Spa Nordik . This Nordic spa offers a hot and cold thermal experience and plenty of space to relax. After a morning of relaxation, I would suggest booking a tasting or a tour at the Magnetic Hill Winery next door. Here you can sample everything from fruit wines to dry reds at New Brunswick’s largest winery.

Where to stay: you are in luck! You can stay in the same place you stayed last night and finally get a chance to settle in instead of moving every night.

Day 7: Glamping or Fredericton

As your time in New Brunswick draws to a close, it is time to start looping back towards the Maine border (or Fredericton if you flew in.) The drive from Moncton to Fredericton is about two hours and a stop here is another way to break up the trip home.

Fredericton seems like a cool little capital city but unfortunately I did not get to visit on this trip. Instead, I booked a two-night glamping stay at Glamp Camp, which is about 30 minutes from Fredericton. My initial plan was to take a day trip into Fredericton and spend the day either renting a kayak or aquabike on the river or exploring some of the city’s Taproom Trail, since it is known as Atlantic Canada’s Craft Beer Capital. However, I was too tired from my journey and took the day to relax and have a bit of a writing retreat.

New Brunswick offers an impressive range of glamping options and Glamp Camp in Waterborough opened in late 2019. There are 10 geodesic domes on property. Each dome is fully-equipped with a complete bathroom, small kitchen, a pellet stove, and even air conditioning! The domes truly have the comforts of a hotel room, but much more fun!

Outdoors, each dome has a propane grill, picnic table, fire ring, and a fire-heated hot tub. You can rent tandem bikes to explore the area or kayaks that the staff will deliver to the lake across the road for you. I found it a fun and memorable way to end my trip.

Where to stay: I absolutely loved glamping in the dome at Glamp Camp in Waterborough. However, if glamping isn’t your thing, you could stop over in Fredericton at the Delta Hotel Fredericton .

And that is it — one week in New Brunswick goes quickly and leaves you wanting more. Don’t let this destination pass you by as it is so rare to find a place that offers so much beauty and adventure that isn’t crowded with tourists.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to drive around New Brunswick?

It takes just under three hours to drive from the U.S.-Canadian border to the eastern coast of New Brunswick. You can drive from the Bay of Fundy in the south to the border with Quebec to the north in approximately four hours, however, this New Brunswick road trip itinerary focuses on travel in and around Southern New Brunswick.

What languages are spoken in New Brunswick?

New Brunswick is Canada’s only official bilingual province and all signs will be in both French and English. In addition to French, you will also hear the Acadian dialect, as New Brunswick is home to the largest Acadian community in Canada.

How many days do you need in New Brunswick?

How long you spend in New Brunswick depends on what you like to do and if you want to focus on just one region or travel around. For a proper New Brunswick road trip, I would suggest a minimum of five to seven days. If you just want to visit the Moncton area and take day trips from the Hub City, three to four days might suffice, but five would be best.

What is the best time of year to visit New Brunswick?

For a road trip through Coastal New Brunswick, it is best to visit in the late spring through the fall. You will find that some accommodations along the coast close after Canadian Thanksgiving in October. This is also the best time to participate in activities such as kayaking in the Bay of Fundy. Other attractions such as the Fundy Trail Parkway are not open year round.

However, there is plenty to do in New Brunswick in the winter including snowmobiling, dog sledding, hunting, ice skating, ice fishing, and even skiing.

Where are the best places to see the Bay of Fundy tides?

The Bay of Fundy has the highest tides in the world, ranging about 50 feet from low tide to high tide. There are many places along the New Brunswick coast to observe this change of tides, but two places, in particular, are especially dramatic. Hopewell Rocks is the most famous place to see the Bay of Fundy tides and walk along the sea floor at low tide. The St. Martins Sea Caves also offer a dramatic backdrop for the change in tides.

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Known for its abundant seafood, exhilarating whale watching, and vast white-sand beaches, New Brunswick is also home to the Bay of Fundy , which boasts the highest tides on the planet. Flanked by Maine and the Atlantic Ocean, it's a small province you can easily crisscross by car, meaning lots of sights with little stress. It's also a bilingual Maritime community deeply influenced by the sea with Acadian roots. Here are the best road trips -- from city tours to outdoor adventuring -- to get to know this friendly place of lighthouses, lobster, and lively festivals.

1. Fundy Wonders & Whales Route

This well-rounded vacation in the south covers both adventure and Acadian culture. The tour delves into history External Link Title External Link Title -- visiting Canada's oldest city, charming Saint John External Link Title with its Old World port architecture -- and marine biology, with time to explore the Bay of Fundy External Link Title 's fossil-filled tidal pools, red sandstone cliffs, and dramatic beaches. Then it's onto some laidback Atlantic isles External Link Title via ferry External Link Title . Try out  whale watching External Link Title  or spend time  relaxing, hiking, and biking. Also make sure to s avor the  fresh-caught lobster External Link Title and  chocolate External Link Title !

Starting point : Saint John

Length : 186 miles

Time : 5-6 days

Essential stops : New River Beach, the Fundy Isles, Saint Andrews, St. Stephen. Discover more about these stops External Link Title .

2. Fundy Treasures & Tides Ride

With tides rising and falling 48 feet twice a day , the Bay of Fundy External Link Title is mind boggling, so it's understandable if you want to make it the focus of your trip. If you're an outdoor adventurer, this eastern tour is for you. Surf the monster tides on kayaks and tuck into sea caves External Link Title ; look for creatures on the red-sand ocean floor along the towering sandstone Hopewell Rocks External Link Title nicknamed "Flowerpot Rocks" for their distinctive silhouette; checkout a cliffside lighthouse External Link Title ; hike and camp at a national park External Link Title ; and sample local clam chowder, lobster, and pickerel in bilingual, museum- and gallery-filled Moncton External Link Title .

Starting point : Moncton

Length : 139 miles

Time : 4-5 days

Essential stops : Hopewell Rocks, Cape Enrage, Fundy National Park, St. Martins. Discover more about these stops. External Link Title

3. The River Valley Ride

Foodie? Culture-vulture? Try this gastronomic tour starting at the Quebec-Maine border, covering arts and crafts, entertainment, nature, and cuisine in the  Saint John River Valley . Spend a night in a forest "dream dome," External Link Title too, if you like. Dine External Link Title , go wine tasting , stroll a farmers market External Link Title , take in a concert or festival External Link Title , add an excursion to see -- or zipline across External Link Title -- New Brunswick's largest waterfall and gorge External Link Title , paddle or go boating External Link Title -- all while enjoying the pretty farmland scenery along the way.

Starting point : Edmundston

Length : 311 miles

Time : 3-4 days

Essential stops : Grand Falls, Florenceville-Bristol, Fredericton, Downriver. Discover more about these stops. External Link Title

4. The Sun & Sand Trail

Looking for relaxation? Hit Canada's warmest salt-water beaches (in the 60s and 70s in summer). And if a lot of driving is not on your agenda, make it an easy-going two-day journey to Bathurst External Link Title and the Acadian Peninsula Beaches External Link Title . This route skirts the Gulf of St. Lawrence in New Brunswick's north, combining lounging in quaint seaside towns , golfing, and spa rejuvenation with beach recreation. Add national park camping, hiking or biking External Link Title , wildlife viewing in and around white sand dunes External Link Title , then t uck into fresh seafood External Link Title like a local and learn about Acadian culture External Link Title .

Starting point : Bathurst

Length : 329 miles

Time : 5-7 days (or 2-day option)

Essential stops : Acadian Peninsula Beaches, Kouchibouguac National Park, Shediac, Murray Beach Provincial Park. Discover more about these stops. External Link Title

5. The Acadian Joyride

Acadians External Link Title know how to enjoy life. And you too will catch joie de vivre  after rubbing elbows with the French-speaking locals on this leisurely east-to-northwest drive along the scenic coast of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Learn about history the fun way --  by strolling pretty, flower-filled towns, staying in cozy B&Bs External Link Title and chatting with the owners, sampling local fare, and picnicking on the shore. Be sure to take in some theater External Link Title , join a festival External Link Title , and try some New Brunswick cider External Link Title with fresh smelt External Link Title . Sant?!

Starting point : Memramcook

Time : 3-5 days

Essential stops : Dieppe and Moncton, Bouctouche and Shediac, Acadian Peninsula, Acadian Isles. Discover more about these stops. External Link Title

6. Mighty Miramichi River Run

If you love fly-fishing, or want to learn how, the 150-mile-long Miramichi River has some of the best salmon angling in the world External Link Title . Heading south to north, warm up your skills in lumberjack country, perhaps catching a timbersports competition External Link Title . Move on to rustic-luxe lodge-based External Link Title fly-casting, canoeing, and kayaking. Then hire a guide External Link Title to take you to the pools that make this river legendary and celebrate your catch of the day with a shore lunch. Wrap it all up with a taste of Aboriginal culture External Link Title , look into the area's ship building history External Link Title ,  and explore on a city tour External Link Title .

Starting point : Boiestown & McNamee

Length : 124 miles

Essential stops : Doaktown, Blackville, Sillikers & Red Bank, Miramichi. Discover more about these stops. External Link Title

To learn more about New Brunswick’s driving routes, visit the Tourism New Brunswick website.

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New Brunswick’s 5 Scenic Drives

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If you’re going to cross off a Canadian bucket list adventure this year, make this one a priority. These scenic drives in New Brunswick are diverse experiences and a rich tapestry of both natural and cultural beauty.

Acadian Coastal Drive

Joie de vivre defines the 750-kilometre-long Acadian Coastal Drive that hugs New Brunswick’s east coast. Eat fresh lobster the Acadian way with Shediac Bay Cruises, stroll the boardwalk at Bouctouche Dune, stop in le Pays de la Sagouine to enjoy a show and learn about Acadian author Antonine Maillet, and swim at nearby Kouchibouguac National Park , home to the warmest ocean waters north of Virginia. Participate in traditional Acadian activities in Bertrand’s Village Historique Acadien and enjoy a traditional Acadian meal along with l’Aboiteau spruce beer at the historic Hôtel Château Albert. Visit in August and experience the Festival acadien de Caraquet, a signature event featuring art, music, and the Tintamarre parade on National Acadian Day August 15.

Fundy Coastal Drive

The Fundy Coastal Drive is an awe-inspiring 460-kilometre adventure. At Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park, walk the ocean floor at low tide and kayak the highest tides on Earth all in one day. On Cape Enrage, zip line, rappel, take a fossil tour, or just enjoy expansive panoramic views of the Bay of Fundy. Wind your way along the Fundy Trail Parkway, a stunning drive with countless lookouts, or farther west devour award-winning chowder at St. Martin’s Seaside Restaurant before exploring the incredible sea caves nearby, part of the UNESCO Fundy Biosphere Reserve. Finally, book a whale-watching excursion in idyllic St. Andrews, then stop at St. Stephen, Canada’s famed Chocolate Town, for road-trip sweets.

River Valley Scenic Drive

Along the 512-kilometre River Valley Scenic Drive, follow the meandering flow of New Brunswick’s Saint John River itself—one of Canada’s 40 Heritage Rivers—as it winds through graceful peaks and valleys. Wine and dine in Saint John, Canada’s first incorporated city, and explore its historic city centre and artistic waterfront. While Sussex is the Mural Capital of Atlantic Canada, historic Fredericton, the provincial capital, has 115 kilometres of riverside trail and the highest concentration of craft breweries in the Maritimes. Pose in front of the World’s Largest Axe in Nackawic and drive across the World’s Longest Covered Bridge in Hartland, a National Historic Site of Canada built in 1921. A stop at thundering Grand Falls is a must before heading to Edmundston, a city surrounded by the Appalachian Mountains and a haven for outdoor enthusiasts of all skill levels.

Appalachian Range Route

Embark upon the 278-kilometre Appalachian Range Route, heed the call of the 400-million-year-old mountains, and experience the sound of silence. Hike Campbellton’s Sugarloaf Mountain for beautiful vistas of the city and Quebec’s Gaspé Peninsula across the bay. Saint-Quentin’s giant copper maple leaf sculpture solidifies its reputation as Canada’s Atlantic Maple Capital and a must-stop for maple treats, while nearby Mount Carleton Provincial Park contains the highest peak in New Brunswick and the entire Maritimes and is ideal for everyone from skiers to stargazers, who flock to this designated dark sky preserve for crystal-clear starry nights.

Miramichi River Route

The 180-kilometre Miramichi River Route, the shortest of all scenic drives, is packed with adventure, culture, and incredible seafood. A world-famous Atlantic salmon fishing mecca, Miramichi is also known for its festivals and Acadian history, including centuries-old shipbuilding traditions. Visit Beaubears Island Shipbuilding National Historic Site, the only known undisturbed archeological site of the wooden-shipbuilding industry in the province. In Redbank’s Metepenagiag Heritage Park, experience Mi’kmaq culture, or downriver, follow in the footsteps of Prince Charles and cast a line into the mighty Miramichi River yourself for a chance to catch the elusive big one. You can always stay dry and cross Priceville’s suspension footbridge, New Brunswick’s longest, and a trip to this corner of the province wouldn’t be complete without a visit to Boiestown’s Woodmen’s Museum, a 15-acre open-air museum with a Lumberjack Breakfast and the New Brunswick Lumberjack Championship, held separately every August.

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The New Brunswick government has been touting a "much healthier economy" in the province in recent years but economists with four major Canadian banks are projecting New Brunswick will finish last among the three Maritime provinces in economic growth in 2024 — for what their estimates show will be a fourth straight year.

Numbers released last fall by Statistics Canada show New Brunswick finished behind both Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island in growth in 2021 and 2022.  

Figures for last year will not be finalized for a number of months but the Bank of Montreal, Scotiabank, TD and the National Bank all estimate New Brunswick finished third among the three Maritime provinces again in 2023 and forecast the same third place result for 2024.

"The external backdrop has taken some wind out of N.B.'s sails and we expect exports to remain relatively soft," TD wrote in its March 20 analysis of New Brunswick's 2024 prospects.

"Manufacturing sales, which are lagging other provinces, are tracking for a fifth consecutive quarterly decline."

It is not the picture painted by New Brunswick Finance Minister Ernie Steeves last week during a budget speech that cited his government's "economic success" on a number of fronts, under the theme "Stronger than Ever."

In an obvious comparison to the previous New Brunswick government of Brian Gallant, Steeves claimed the province's economy has improved considerably since 2018.

"A short time ago, we had weak economic and population growth and unsustainable public finances," said Steeves. "Today, we have a much healthier economy with significant growth potential, record population growth and sustainable public finances."

Steeves accurately noted New Brunswick government debt levels are significantly lower than they were in 2018, the province's population has grown substantially, and there are more jobs to serve that population. But whether that all adds all up to a much healthier economy is less certain.

In his speech, Steeves said his department is projecting "real GDP [Gross Domestic Product] growth of 0.7 per cent" in 2024, after what his department estimates was 1.1 per cent growth in 2023.

By comparison, economic growth in the final two years of the Gallant government, which Steeves criticized as "weak,"  was higher at 2.4 and 1.4 per cent, with none of the four years under Gallant posting a growth rate as low as his 2024 prediction of 0.7 per cent.

Rather than breaking with the past, Steeves's projections continue a long pattern of mediocre economic growth for New Brunswick that now stretches back for nearly a generation.  

According to Statistics Canada, economic growth in New Brunswick has not matched or exceeded growth in Prince Edward Island since Shawn Graham was premier in 2007. That is 15 straight years of being outperformed, as of 2022, and 17 straight years if projections made by the four banks for 2023 and 2024 hold true.   

Economic growth in Nova Scotia was also greater than in New Brunswick in all but three of those years.

There are several ways to measure that long stretch of weak growth, including New Brunswick's GDP per capita, which was 110 per cent of P.E.I.'s GDP per capita in 2007. It is now lower after being surpassed by the island province for the first time in 2022.

Fred Bergman, a senior policy analyst with the  Atlantic Economic Council, said there is no disputing economic growth in Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island has been outpacing growth in New Brunswick in recent years but understanding the reasons for it would take a lot of analysis.

"You've really got to dive into the data to get at this, and it's a very complex thing," said Bergman.   

"A lot of it is due to differences obviously in economic structure between each of the provinces, but the real devil is in the details. You've got to figure out what's driving the growth and what's keeping it slower."

Leaving estimates for 2023 and 2024 aside, Statistics Canada figures show "real" economic growth, not including price inflation, was 36.1 per cent in P.E.I. between 2007 and 2022. That compares to 19.7 per cent in Nova Scotia and 10.4 per cent in New Brunswick.

Included in those numbers are the four Brian Gallant years, 2015 to 2018, when growth in New Brunswick totalled 5.6 per cent. That was well behind P.E.I., at 10.2 per cent, and just short of growth in Nova Scotia, at 6.1 per cent, in those same years.

During the first four years of Premier Blaine Higgs's  government, ending in 2022, figures from Statistics Canada show  growth in New Brunswick was 4.3 per cent. That was also third best in the Maritimes, well behind growth in P.E.I. of 13.4 per cent and just better than half the growth rate achieved in Nova Scotia of 7.9 per cent.

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Robert Jones has been a reporter and producer with CBC New Brunswick since 1990. His investigative reports on petroleum pricing in New Brunswick won several regional and national awards and led to the adoption of price regulation in 2006.

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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Tuesday his government will investigate “extremely troubling” allegations that two Indigenous fishermen in Nova Scotia were dumped by federal fisheries officers hours from home without footwear or phones.

At an announcement in Halifax, Trudeau had to speak over a din as a group of about 25 protesters beat a traditional drum and chanted “honour treaty rights.”

Protester Hayley Ward said in an interview that two Mi’kmaq men in their 20s from Cape Breton were fishing last week for baby eels, known as elvers, when they were apprehended by fisheries officers. She said they were then dropped off at a remote gas station without their phones or boots and told, “You guys have to figure out a way to get home.”

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“I was just in disbelief,” he wrote. “Our feet were ice cold and numb and I was tired and scared with my friend.” He included photos of his blistered feet with the post.

Trudeau said Fisheries Minister Diane Lebouthillier is looking into the allegations directly

“We need a complete investigation to find out exactly what happened,” he said. “Obviously, it’s important that there be enforcement of illegal fishing laws, but there are processes and procedures that need to be followed when someone is apprehended, and we need an investigation to make sure that there are proper lessons learned from this.”

Ottawa closed the 2024 elver fishery on March 11 because of violence and intimidation on the water last year in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, but the Mi’kmaq maintain they have a treaty right to fish for the tiny, translucent eels. They are typically sold live to aquaculture operations in China and Japan, where they are grown for food, and in 2022 prices reached as high as $5,000 per kilogram.

In a statement, the Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq Chiefs said they had met and discussed the incident.

“The way these individuals were treated was absolutely unacceptable and inhumane,” said Chief Wilbert Marshall, co-lead of fisheries for the assembly. He said such “appalling interactions” would “not be allowed to continue.”

The assembly is demanding that the officers involved be immediately terminated from their positions.

“Canada speaks of reconciliation and then employs people who treat our people like this,” Marshall said. “These actions did not have anyone’s safety in mind.”

The chiefs also called for an emergency meeting with Lebouthillier. The federal Fisheries Department was not immediately available for comment Tuesday.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 2, 2024.

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The Japanese snack gets filled with different ingredients at the Portland restaurant.

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Mami’s yaki onigiri. Photo by Peggy Grodinsky

I was introduced to onigiri, and yaki onigiri, 35 years ago when I lived in Japan. For years after I returned to the States, I could rarely find either, and onigiri was among the foods I missed most. Now, onigiri (sometimes, in Hawaii, called omusubi) have caught on in the U.S., but yaki onigiri remain – at least in my experience in Maine – harder to find. “Yaki” means grilled in Japanese; “onigiri” are rice balls, so these are, you got it, grilled rice balls, although often, as at Mami, they’re in the shape of a triangle.

Typically in Japan, onigiri have a small knob of filling – things like pickled plum or spicy tuna – whereas yaki onigiri are not filled. At least that’s how I remember it. But Mami fills its yaki onigiri, and I am not complaining.

At lunch one day late last month, that filling was a small amount of carrots and garlicy sweet potato rendered with pork fat. The yaki onigiri was brushed with a soy-miso glaze and chili crisp (that last also non-traditional) before it was grilled. After the snack had burnished to a deep, caramely brown, it arrived at my table, nice and warm and scattered with scallions and furikake. I broke it open with chopsticks: The medium-grain rice was moist, chewy and soft all at once, the crispy crust a perfect contrast. If “umami” were a smell rather than a taste, it’d smell like this did.

Mami, a lunch and dinner cafe, says it sells about 30 yaki onigiri a day in the winter, double that come summertime. Other recent fillings have included spicy salmon and beef with shishito peppers. In Japan, I encountered yaki onigiri mostly on nights out drinking and sharing small plates of Japanese bar food. You eat them with very fresh oshinko (Japanese pickles), said my friend Dan, who grew up in Japan, worked there for years and speaks fluent Japanese, explaining, “at the end of the meal to absorb all the alcohol. The capstone.”

For me, yaki onigiri bring back memories of (specifically) dark, snug izakayas under the train tracks in Tokyo, and (generally) being young and carefree and on a grand adventure.

And Mami’s yaki onigiri are delicious.

Yaki onigiri, $7; Mami, 339 Fore St., Portland, 207-536-4702, mamiportland.com

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