About
Hopewell Cape is a small village on the Bay of Fundy, in the province of New Brunswick, Canada. It is best known as the home of the Hopewell Rocks, a line of distinctive flowerpot-shaped rock formations carved by the tides of the bay.
What to see
The rock formations stand along the shoreline, and their shapes come from the sea. Visitors come to walk among them and to look at the bases and tops of the stacks, which show how the water has worn the stone over time. The rocks are the reason most people make the trip, and they reward a slow walk rather than a quick glance.
The tides
The Bay of Fundy is known for having some of the highest tides in the world, and the water level here changes greatly between high and low tide. The difference in how the shoreline looks at each point of the day is striking, so the time of your visit can shape what you see. Check the tide times before you go, and plan your walk around them.
Planning your visit
- Come with sturdy footwear, since the shoreline can be uneven and muddy.
- Allow time for the walk down to the shore and back up again.
- Look at the tide schedule and choose a time that suits you.
Hopewell Cape suits visitors who enjoy coastal scenery, geology and a quiet village setting. It is a short, focused stop in New Brunswick, and it pairs well with time spent exploring the wider Bay of Fundy coast.
