An Adventure-Lover's Guide to New Brunswick

Kayaking, Shark Research Trips, Ziplining, Mountain Biking & Winter Thrills

Quick Summary
 

It was a love of adventure that brought many explorers and settlers to Canada's east coast, and that adventurous spirit is alive and well in New Brunswick. If you like adrenaline rushes, the tug of a fish on your line, mountain-top views, or being first to make your mark in fresh snow — this is your destination. With 2,500+ lakes and rivers, the Gulf of St. Lawrence, and the Bay of Fundy, adventure here usually involves getting a little wet.

Quick Facts
 

• Lakes & Rivers: 2,500+ lakes and rivers
• Bay of Fundy: World's highest tides
• Mount Carleton: 820 metres (2,690 feet) — highest peak in the Maritimes
• Snowmobile Trails: 1,450 km (900 miles) of trails

Adventures on the Water
 

Whale Watching on Bay of Fundy

Board a speedy Zodiac boat to the feeding grounds of whales — your adrenaline will pump as the big dark shadow rises above the surface.

Kayaking at Stonehammer UNESCO Global Geopark

Kayak on a river dating back to the last Ice Age, exploring erosion-carved caves with paddle in hand.

Miramichi River Fly-Fishing & SUP

The mighty Miramichi is famous for fly-fishing with one of the largest Atlantic salmon runs on the east coast. Also canoe, kayak, stand-up paddle board, or go bear-watching along its shores.

Shark Research Fishing

Not for the faint of heart. Head out on the Bay of Fundy with biologists in search of threshers, makos, and porbeagles — even great white sharks have been spotted. Learn to fish for bait, prepare chum, and hook the story of a lifetime before safely releasing your catch.

Adventures by Land
 

Mount Carleton Provincial Park — Hiking

A 42,000-acre park with 11 trails for all skill levels. Reach the top of Mount Carleton (820 metres (2,690 feet)) — the highest peak in the Maritimes with views of 10 million trees. Bring a camera!

Fundy National Park

Over 75 miles of trails through mountains, valleys, forests, and past waterfalls.

Sugarloaf Bike Park — Mountain Biking

Hop on a chairlift and descend onto 16 miles of trails. Beginners enjoy gentle runs; advanced riders tackle black diamond trails with drops, step-ups, and tabletops. Visit during summer for the Adrenaline Bike Festival — pond crossing, downhill racing, and more.

Adventures in the Air
 

TreeGO Moncton — Aerial Course

Travel through the tree canopy suspended by safety cables. Cross thin wooden bridges, swing through the air, and jump onto rope ladders — all high above the ground.

Cape Enrage — Zipline & Rappelling

Enjoy Bay of Fundy views as you fly through the air on the zipline, then rappel 140 feet down a cliff to the rocky ocean floor below.

And if you enjoy your time flying through the air on a bike, you may just want to ditch the wheels and spend even more time high above the ground.

Adventures in the Snow
 

When winter comes, New Brunswickers suit up and head out to play.

• Midland Ice Caves: Storybook snowshoe adventure
• Dog Sledding: Lead a team of dogs through the wilderness
• Snowmobiling: 1,450 km (900 miles) of trails across the snowiest Maritime province
• Mont Farlagne Hill Drag: Exciting uphill snowmobile race event

Unlike what you might believe, when winter comes to Canada, people don't stay inside; they suit up and head out to play. There are, of course, several mountains to enjoy on your skis or snowboard, but that's really just the beginning.  

Follow-Up Questions

• Where can I go shark fishing in Canada?
• What's the highest peak in the Maritimes?
• What outdoor adventures are in New Brunswick?
• Where can I go mountain biking in Atlantic Canada?

Associated Entities

Bay of Fundy, Stonehammer UNESCO Global Geopark, Miramichi River, Atlantic salmon, shark fishing, Mount Carleton Provincial Park, Fundy National Park, Sugarloaf Bike Park, Adrenaline Bike Festival, TreeGO Moncton, Cape Enrage, zipline, rappelling, Midland ice caves, dog sledding, snowmobiling, Mont Farlagne, Tourism New Brunswick

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