Tourism NB - Scenic Drives

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Take The Off Ramp To Discovery

Looking for the highest tides in the world? Searching for the highest peak in the Maritimes? Follow one of New Brunswick's Scenic Drives .

From some of the warmest saltwater beaches to world-famous salmon fishing, the most picturesque river valley to the most entertaining culture, we have a scenic drive that will take you there. Our five scenic drives are the best way to discover the distinctive nature of New Brunswick! All you have to do is watch for a Scenic Drive symbol, and you're en route to adventure!

So start planning now and experience New Brunswick's five spectacular Scenic Drives!

Grand Falls Gorge		River Valley Scenic Drive Cross the world's longest covered bridge, celebrating its 100th birthday in 2001, into a region of majestic contrast. Descend into the dramatic Grand Falls Gorge. Explore a capital city with 19thcentury charm. Then revel in autumn celebration when the harvest Jazz and Blues Festival hits the streets, balloons fill the air and the glorious woodlands explode into crimsons and golds. History and nature follow the St. John River... Atlantic Canada's most picturesque river experience!
The Hopewell Rocks		Fundy Coastal Drive Experience One of the Marine Wonders of the World... New Brunswick's Bay of Fundy! Walk on the ocean floor at the world-renowned Hopewell Rocks, and see more kinds of whales more often than anywhere else! Wind your way down the Fundy coast to amazing ecosystems, geological wonders and the highest tides in the world. All within tasting distance of the freshest seafood, best shopping, and friendliest folks!
Grande-Anse		Acadian Coastal Drive Experience the joie de vivre of our Acadian Culture as you cruise the coastline of eastern New Brunswick. Swim some of the warmest salt water north of Virginia and explore one of the last remaining sand dunes on North America's northeast coast! Sample succulent seafood, and celebrate Acadian style at La Pays de la Sagouine. Discover our Acadian heritage at the Acadian Historical Village and, in autumn, stroll the fiery red peat bogs of Miscou Island!
Mount Carleton		Appalachian Range Route Imagine the oldest mountain range in North America as a breathtaking backdrop for this Scenic Drive. Climb Mount Carleton, the highest peak in the Maritimes, or take the family to Sugarloaf Provincial Park, where you'll find the only alpine slide in the region. Try coastal kayaking or visit one of the last remaining natural sandbars on the contine
Miramichi river		Miramichi River Route Follow the world-famous Atlantic salmon waters of the Miramichi River through the heart of New Brunswick for folklore, fishing and so much more! Tap your toes at Canada's first and largest Irish Festival, or try your hand at songwriting at the Miramichi Folk Song Festival. Traipse lightly across a suspension bridge or cast your line on the river in hopes of catching the big one! From fiddleheads and forests to ancient legends and lore, it's all here on the Miramichi shore.