Plan your visit

Plan your Visit

Learn how to time the tides, what to pack, and the best ways to explore the park.

Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park

131 Discovery Rd, Hopewell Cape, NB E4H 4Z5

GPS 45.8236, -64.5772

Open directions

Getting there

Getting to Hopewell Cape.

How	Time	Cost	Notes
Car: Driving from Moncton takes about 35-45 minutes via NB-114 S directly to the park in Hopewell Cape.	40 minutes	Fuel plus park entry fee	Plenty of free parking is available at the main Interpretive Centre for ticket holders.
Tour: Guided half-day and full-day bus or van tours depart from downtown Moncton hotels, often timed specifically to align with the low tide schedule.	4-6 hours	$80 - $150 CAD	Companies like Roads To Sea Tours and various express shuttles offer structured visits with guaranteed tidal viewing windows.

When to go

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The park is open seasonally from mid-May to late October. July and August see the highest visitor numbers. Arrive early in the day to secure parking and beat the midday crowds.

What to bring

Sturdy, washable footwear or rubber boots (the ocean floor is extremely muddy and slippery)
Layers of clothing (coastal weather and bay winds can change rapidly)
A printed or downloaded copy of the official park tide tables
A change of shoes, socks, and pants to keep your car clean on the ride home
Sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat (there is limited shade on the exposed ocean floor)
Reusable water bottle
A small towel or wet wipes to clean muddy legs and hands after your walk
Camera with a wide-angle lens to capture the scale of the sea stacks
A headlamp or flashlight if you are booked on a late evening high-tide kayaking tour

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The time difference between high and low tide is roughly 6 hours and 13 minutes.

Check the official tide tables before you arrive.

How the day runs

Suggested ways to spend your time.

See the rocks completely exposed, wait for the water, and see them submerged.

08:00
Arrive at Interpretive Centre
Learn the science behind the massive tides before heading out.
09:00
Walk the ocean floor
Take the 99 steps down to the Main Deck during low tide.
12:00
Lunch break
Eat at High Tide Restaurant while the water level rises.
15:00
View from above
Walk the viewing platforms to see the sea stacks at high tide.

Preparing for the mud

The ocean floor is extremely muddy and slippery. Bring sturdy, washable footwear or rubber boots. You should also pack a change of shoes and pants to keep your car clean later.

Weather on the coast changes rapidly. Dress in layers to handle bay winds. Bring sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat, as there is little shade on the exposed mudflats.

Easiest way to do it

People walking on ocean floor among flowerpot rocks at Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park.

Hopewell Rocks Admission

1 h 30 min to 2 h 4.6 (408)

GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Walking tour (specific times daily)

From$12per person

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Cancellation terms differ by platform and listing. Check them before you pay.

Planning questions

What should I wear to walk on the ocean floor?

Wear sturdy, washable footwear or rubber boots. Bring layers, as coastal winds change rapidly.

How much time do you need at Hopewell Rocks?

Plan for at least three to four hours. If you want to see both high and low tide, you will need to stay for the full six-hour cycle or return the next day.

Is Hopewell Rocks wheelchair accessible?

The Interpretive Centre and viewing platforms are accessible. The North Beach Ramp offers a gentle incline, but the ocean floor mud is generally too challenging for wheels.