Highs and Lows of Hopewell Rocks

Even the very best of Canadians don't know all the amazing sights that our huge country has to offer. I knew about the amazing tidal flows in the Bay of Fundy from about the age of 11 or so, but never truly appreciated the enormity of a waterline that can rise up to 16 metres (that's 50 feet for you United States-ers) in a matter of hours. You can walk on the ocean floor, where in a few hours, people will be kayaking well above your head.

For more information, visit the Hopewell Rocks website, or just enjoy our pictures. We were there in the heart of tourist season and there were a lot (!!!) of people. Waiting to get the right shot was occasionally painful, as the social media generation has taken over and the "perfect photo" requires many...many...many attempts. One guy went back 11 times in a 20 minute period. In truly Canadian fashion, there was a line to get a photo in an opening and he went back over and over again, to the point that most of the people on the viewing platform were having a good laugh at his expense. I guess he had his reasons.

Once the tide started to come in, we headed up to watch the spectacle. It didn't seem like the water was coming in quickly, but all of a sudden the beach we'd walked on in the distance disappeared and then the midrange beach was under water and a half hour later the whole thing was underwater. The tide rose 12 metres (@40 feet) in under 2 hours. Wow!

The whole family had a good time, but I have to give credit where credit is due...Ron took almost every picture and is responsible for the amazing photos. If you're in the area, it's a great place to visit. Families get in for $25.50, and adults are $10. The entry is good for two days, which is pretty sweet, if you're staying in the area. Parking is free.