Burntcoat Head Park

So happy to find this place by chance while on our way to Cape Breton. We spent about 3 hours wandering the place, taking photos and just enjoying the area. When we arrived, it was high tide. About 45 mins later, it was low tide and we were able to walk on the ocean floor. What a great experience! The climb up to the lighthouse was interesting and you will get a 360 view on the place. Definitely worth the stop!

A great place. Both for a picnic, when you can make a place for it during the low tide, and also for a simple walk along the bottom of the Bay. And when the tide is in, it's quite interesting to sit and watch the water and drink coffee. It sounds like something boring, but I was interested in watching how the water gradually reclaims all the cracks and stones on the bottom. It takes a lot of time, so if you choose the right time to visit, you can enjoy both low tide and high tide. There is also a small shop in the lighthouse building, where you can also try cookies and apple cider on the floor above. And look at the surrounding places from the top floor, through the windows of the lighthouse. There is a big parking lot for such a small park here too. The only thing I didn't like was the three speed bumps in front of the park. I jokingly told my wife that this would be a good reason not to come here anymore, so as not to experience this inconvenience again (they are very high).

One of the best places to see both high and low tides. Ample parking with clean washrooms (9-5). Has a diaper changing table as well! The viewpoint is 2 minutes away from the parking lot. Better take a boot if you are interested to walk on the ocean floor.

Mesmerizing place! A stroll in ocean bed is worth alongside of flowerpot in Burnt coat during the low tide. We reached early morning when none was around and the tide was to its lowest. Felt in love with giant red blocks, shades of greens, gave a tranquility, the sounds of waves, birds chirps added flavour. However, the Ocean bed was mildly slippery, any anti slippery footwear's would be great to for use. If you are visiting plan based on tides schedule, helps to enjoy both low and high tide. There is a tap and brush nearby stairs to clean the footwear. Restroom, gift shop and lighthouse are operational between 9am to 5pm.

This place is a gem! A once in a lifetime experience to explore the ocean floor during low tide. We saw lots of tiny shells, sea snails, barnacles and kelp. The trail to the ocean floor is short and very easy to follow. Tips: check out the official tide schedule on the website and come during low tide, pack food and water, and don’t expect to spend too much time in the lighthouse as there is no air circulation and it’s super hot and stuffy at the top. Also bring water shoes.

Beautiful views of the changing tides and Bay of Fundy. Recommend getting there at low or mid-low tide when walking is possible on the rocky sea floor. Take care walking as the tides come into the area quickly and could potentially get stranded or cut off from the main stairs to the water.

Incredible views. We checked the tide schedule before we left . We got there at the beginning of the six hour window where you can explore the ocean floor. Saw hermit crabs, sea weed lots of shells and scenery was beautiful. Very muddy in parts watch your step!!

We got to see this place at low tide and then high tide. Since it's the Bay of Fundy - tides are of utmost importance. You need to check and see the tide timings. Parking is free and ample so no cost involved. There is a public washroom there which is clean and easily accessible and visible. They also have a lighthouse where you can go up and see the entire area. It's a steep climb but worth the effort - it's free too. Inside this lighthouse on the walls is a lot of interesting facts too. If you stand at the water long enough you will see the ground disappearing. I have attached pictures for you to see.

An amazing experience. There is a lot of natural beauty both filled and emptied. The guides are very accommodating and detailed. The most impressive part for me was the speed with which the Bay fills. You can watch the change happen and it is impressive! Definitely worth a trip.

This is an amazing park on the Bay of Fundy, which records the highest tides in the world. At low tide you can walk out in the bay floor (watch out for algae and slippery mud - it can be *very* slick! Sturdy shoes and a bit of agility are a must even getting down the short staircase cut into stone at the primary entrance to get to the newly exposed bay floor. The rock formations are incredibly striking, and the tide levels shift so quickly even at this more expansive area of the bay, you need only wait for about 10 minutes to see the level change. (For a more dramatic change or to see the tidal bore, you need to go to South Maitland or Truro). The park is quite isolated and at least 20 mins off the more major roads, so you have to be committed to a visit. But it's an amazing place that has to be seen in person to really appreciate.

I've lived in Nova Scotia most of my life and I didn't know this gem existed. Just over an hour drive outside the city, through country roads with corn fields and cows you come to Burntcoat Head Park. Burntcoat is known for the world's record in highest tides in the world. We have a record breaking place so close and I didn't know about it til now. When you first enter there's a large parking area, bathrooms and a picnic area with picnic tables and a small gazebo. Large beautiful trees line the property and the smell of salt air fills your lungs. There's only one main path which takes you down towards the ocean. You pass a small giftshop, with a lighthouse lookout on the top, a garden and some colourful chairs. Once you get down to the beach area you go down a set of stairs straight onto the rock area. When we arrived the tide was coming in but once the tide goes out again you can walk along the beach and ocean floor. You almost feel like you are in the land of the dinosaurs. The terrain is simply gorgeous. Deep red rocks, caverns, bright green algae, piping plovers, snails and many other natural wonders are there for you to see. My only advice would be to make sure you wear good footwear that you dont mind getting muddy. The ocean floor and rocks are extremely slippery and it's quite treacherous. I took a pretty bad spill down the rocks so be careful! This place is also completely free to visit!

Gorgeous, free National Park about an hour from Halifax by car. Get there at the right time of day to walk on the sea floor. I preferred this to Hopewell Rocks, NB because it is massive sand not crowded. Very muddy. Bring throw away old shoes, preferably sneakers. Flip flops will be a problem in the squelching mud. Lots of tiny crabs, snail, rocks, red sand and natural beauty that changes over the day. Great place to picnic. If you are fair then beware the reflection off all the pools of water. Also wear shorts - easier to wash mud off of.

This was an excellent experience of learning about the extreme tidal activity and the beauty of tide pools. Walking carefully on the beach during low tides on a rich red clay and sand is an experience of a lifetime. I am grateful to the community whose commitment to our seashores has truly made a difference in our world.