Where is the Fundy Coastal Drive?
Canada, north-america
460 km
N/A
moderate
Year-round
Okay, picture this: the Fundy Coastal Drive in New Brunswick, Canada. This isn't just any road trip; it's a full-on immersion into one of the world's natural wonders – the Bay of Fundy.
Spanning the entire southern shoreline of New Brunswick, this paved beauty stretches for 460 km (286 miles) from St. Stephen, near the US border, all the way to Sackville, close to Nova Scotia.
Now, you could technically blast through it in 4-5 hours, but trust me, you'll want to slow down. Why? Because you're talking about the Bay of Fundy, home to the highest tides on the planet! We're talking a tidal range of almost 15 meters—totally wild.
Routes 114 and 111 combine to create this masterpiece of a drive. Along the way, you'll cruise through charming coastal villages, catch glimpses of whales breaching offshore, and maybe even hunt for fossils in the unique mudflats. Expect scenic coves, iconic lighthouses, and inviting beaches. It's one of New Brunswick's most popular routes for a reason!
Road Details
- Country
- Canada
- Continent
- north-america
- Length
- 460 km
- Difficulty
- moderate
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