Burntcoat Head Park
Parking available
The exact site of the worldโ€™s highest tides, Burntcoat Head Park allows visitors to explore the ocean floor, discover tide pools, and enjoy stunning views of the Bay of Fundy.

๐Ÿ“œ Exact site of the worldโ€™s highest tides, averaging 38.4 feet with a record of 53 feet.
๐Ÿ” Experience walking on the ocean floor as 160 billion tonnes of water flow in and out daily.

Why Go

๐ŸŒŠ Walk on the ocean floor, explore tide pools
๐Ÿฆ€ Observe hermit crabs and barnacles
๐Ÿž๏ธ Enjoy stunning views of Cape Split and Cobequid Bay
๐Ÿ’ก Explore sea caves and a historic replica lighthouse

Why Avoid

โš ๏ธ Ocean floor is slippery and rough, inaccessible for walkers/wheelchairs
๐Ÿšซ Park closed seasonally from mid-October to mid-May

Tips

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Check tide charts to plan your visit for low tide
๐Ÿ‘Ÿ Wear secure footwear for exploring the ocean floor
๐Ÿ• Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a leash

๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธ Parking

Ample car and RV parking onsite.

๐Ÿšป Toilets

Public washrooms available.

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Gift Shop

Lighthouse gift shop onsite.

Hours

๐Ÿ•’ Daily 9am-5pm, mid-May to mid-October. Grounds accessible after hours at own risk.

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