Tides in Hantsport

Visitors

Hantsport is home to the highest tides in the world- part of the mighty Minas Basin,which is the eastern arm of the powerful Bay of Fundy.The Bay of Fundy, it's tides, and the natural wonder surrounding them, were voted third overall in audience participation for the selection of "Canada's Seven Wonders" -ahead of Ngarara Falls and the Rockies. Seven Wonders of Canada

These tides can reach over 50 feet, lifting small boats and large freighters skyward and setting them gently on the ocean floor as it ebbs .Come visit us and see why it is one of Nova Scotia's top tourist attractions.

Hantsport boasts the fastest gypsum loading dock in North America. Call the Visitor's Centre for docking times.(902)684-9302.

Where to Go

Fundy Centennial Picnic Park - west end of Avon Street
The wharf at the end of William Street

Tidal Bore at Mantua Bridge

Exit 5 to Highway 14,about 20 minutes east of Hantsport.Mantua Bridge(pronouced man-a-way)is the first left on the way to Brooklyn. The bridge is visible from Highway 14.Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled bore time and be prepared to wait.

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For other tidal bore locations in Nova Scotia, please call 902-684-9302 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Also check out this website...

www.TheHighestTides.com

Fossil Hunting

Blue Beach is only a five minute drive from Hantsport. Some very rare fossils, including the largest fossil amphibian tracks ever found in rocks this old, as well the oldest tetrapod fossils found in the world,have been found here. July and August find fishing enthusiasts on Blue Beach trying their luck for striped bass. Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 902-684-9302 for precise directions.

Don't forget to stop at the Blue Beach Fossil Museum while there.

Please be aware of the tide!! It is recommended that fossil hunting and beach- combing be done of the ebb tide, or at least no later than 3 hours before high tide.