CANADA TRAVEL — Canada--Lightly Traveling

The Hopewell Cape is located along the Bay of Fundy which is between the Canadian provinces of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. The Bay of Fundy happens to have some of the highest tides on earth, and is one of the seven wonders of North America. We started our day by traveling from Halifax, Nova Scotia early in the morning towards Moncton, New Brunswick. Thankfully it’s only a 3 hour drive, once we arrived we had a relaxing lunch in Moncton before making our way towards Hopewell Rocks Park.

We had such a great experience getting to Hopewell Rocks Park, not only was it a quick 35 minute drive but there was absolutely no traffic getting in! Before arriving to the main park we noticed there was a few artisan shops, a couple motels and a handful of restaurants along the way in the small town of Hillsborough.

So we made a few stops to explore, overall it seemed like a cozy small rural town. They had a small little library and a beautiful church, we did a bit of driving around to admire the charming buildings in the little town while keeping a eye out for a place to grab a bite to eat.

On the left side of the road we saw the cutest little cafe and stopped for a cinnamon roll unfortunately they were all sold out, but further down the road there was a few other places to stop to grab a snack.

Once again, on the left side of the road there was a little rest area/ welcome center but it was also oddly closed. There was a few little huts surrounding the welcome center that were open, a BBQ restaurant, a ice cream shop, and a few little huts that sold baked goods.

We noticed that there was a museum right next door, the New Brunswick Railway Museum, later we looked it up and their admission is $6.00 a person but if you’re a fan of trains it would be worth checking out if you have the time.

After a quick break we got back on the road and continued driving, only to see this adorable little veggie stand so of course we stopped for a quick second. One thing is for sure, there is plenty to see and lots to shop around at.

With everything being so eye-appealing, our drive to the park took roughly a hour and forty-five minutes instead of the 35 minutes it was suppose to take but at last we made it!

The park has two large free parking areas, one for cars and another for rvs/campers.

Also, keep in mind that the park doesn’t allow overnight parking. Quick tip, if you do have a camper or rv, if you are looking for a free place to park overnight I highly recommend parking at any 24 hour Irving Oil. There is a few gas stations located across the east coast in Canada and northern US, I have never had a problem staying there and it’s always nice to wake up and have access to a restroom and restaurant. The closest one to Hopewell Rocks Park is on 170 Aulac Rd, Aulac, NB roughly a hour drive, there is plenty of parking space.

At the entrance, right before you pay your admission, there is a sign with the tide schedules when we arrived the high tide began at 2:15 pm and the low tide was at 8:45 pm. Keep in mind for your visit that you are able to access the ocean floor 3 hours before the low tide comes in.

Once you arrive, enjoy the informative exhibits at the visitor center before headed out.

You can view the ocean floor here, with the beach webcam!

Admission rates varies:

Family (2 adults & children 18 years or less) $25.50

Per Adult (19 years and older) $10.00

Seniors & Students: $8.00

Children (5 years to 15 years) $7.25

Children 4 and younger: free

Keep in mind that admission entrance passes are valid for two consecutive days.

Address: 131 Discovery Rd, Hopewell Cape, New Brunswick E4H 4Z5, Canada

Walk the scenic walking trailing along the ocean floor while getting a beautiful view of the rock formations. Keep an eye out for dinosaur fossils along the rocks and cliffs. Overall it was a relaxing and well worth trip! If you ever find yourself in eastern Canada I highly recommend stopping by or even making a weekend of it!

Have you been to the Bay of Fundy or plan to visit? Tell me all about it in the comments below!

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Peggy's Cove is a small rural community located on the eastern shore of St. Margarets Bay. Only a 50 minute drive from Halifax and is famous for its picturesque East-Coast profile.

If you plan to spend any time in southern Nova Scotia, Peggy’s Cove is a must!

Even though it’s a popular tourist destination it’s not as crowded as you would think, if you’d like to see ahead of time how crowded Peggy’s Cove Village and the lighthouse are, check out their live cam here.

Where to stay in Peggy’s Cove

The Breakwater Inn - You can rent a room in this cozy inn that overlooks the fishing village. Walking distance to all the activities Peggy’s Cove has to offer.

Peggy's Cove Bed & Breakfast - Enjoy a beautiful sunset accompanied with a gorgeous sunrise by book yourself a little cottage at Peggy’s Cove Bed & Breakfast at a very reasonable price! This charming bed and breakfast is a restored fisherman’s home with spectacular view of Peggy's Cove Lighthouse!

Right away when you turn into Peggy’s Point Rd you’ll see there is a parking area, with a great view of D’Aubins Cove.

Parking was quite easy, when we arrived everyone was parking on the side of the road and would take a few pictures and then just leave, so we grabbed a great parking spot next to a few restaurants.

Since it’s a residential area make sure to not park along the private roads or block their driveways.

From the second you set foot inside this charming little village you’ll want to photograph everything! It’s surreal how beautiful and calming it is here, there is something relaxing about the atmosphere.

There is a couple of gift shops and little restaurants you can grab a meal at a fair price.

Bubba Magoos Sweet & Gift Emporium - While exploring if you get a sweet tooth for some fudge, you’re in luck because Bubba Magoos has over 20 flavors of delicious fudge! Eric and I are huge fans of mint chocolate fudge. They have other sweets to satisfy your cravings such as salt water taffy, as well as freshly baked goodies such as cookies and brownies. If you happen to visit in the summer you’ll appreciate that they have ice cream sandwiches!

The Buoy Shop - It’s not everyday you come across a buoy store and they are neat to look at, so why not stop by? Plus, it’s located next to my favorite teal boat.

Where to eat in Peggy’s Cove

Sou’Wester Gift & Restaurant - While hiking around and exploring if you happen to get a craving for some fish & chips, or maybe some salmon head over to Sou’Wester. The fact you are literally on the oceanfront where else are you going to find the freshest fish? They have a awesome breakfast menu as well as a delicious entrees for dinner.

U–Cook Lobster - Grab yourself a lobster roll with lemon pepper dressing at this food truck! This is a great place to grab a meal or make it a snack by splitting a roll. You have the choice between a pound or two pound lobster.

Harbour General Store and Restaurant - This restaurant is a bit down the road but totally worth it! Have you ever had a lobster omelet? Well they make it here! I personally would go for their wild blueberry pancakes or their harbour burger but to each their own.

Get a good view of Peggy’s Point Lighthouse

Now for a spectacular view, head to the ravishing Peggy’s Point Lighthouse on top of the hill and get some beautiful pictures alongside the rocks. Peggy’s Point Lighthouse built in 1915, is one of Nova Scotia’s most well-known lighthouses. You are able to climb to the top of the lighthouse for a spectacular view of the ocean! Spend the day watching the waves and exploring around the rocks below the lighthouse, just be cautious of unpredicted rogue waves.

IMPORTANT: Pay attention to the warning signs! Keep off black rocks as they may be slippery. Sudden high waves can be a drowning hazard.

Explore nature by going on a hike

If you are in search for some adventure, find a parking spot along the left side of the road and hike the Polly Cove Hiking Trail. There is a small parking area at the trailhead, if there isn’t parking just park along the side. While we were there we saw some wildlife, beautiful wild flowers, and a gorgeous view of the water. This is totally a hidden gem, this fantastic hike is roughly a 2.5 mile look along the coast of Peggy’s Cove. Located just 5 minutes from Peggy’s Cove, makes this a nice hike to go on if you are looking for more to do in the surrounding area.

So I know what you may be thinking, so who is Peggy? Some say it was named due to the villages location on St. Margaret’s Bay. But rumors have it that Peggy’s Cove was named after a shipwreck survivor named Margaret nicknamed Peggy who wed a local man and settled in the Eastern Point Harbour. Feel free to stop by Ivan Fraser’s Peggy of the Cove a childhood family home turned museum and gallery for beautiful artwork and history of the cove.

Admission to the museum is free.

Sun-Thursday 9:00AM-5:00PM | Friday 9:00AM-4:00PM | Saturday is closed