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Lookout · Moncton, New Brunswick
Tidal Bore Park
Small riverside park on the Petitcodiac River in downtown Moncton, from where you can see the bore: the wave that travels up the river when the Bay of Fundy tide comes in.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Tidal Bore Park
Bore Park sits on the bank of the Petitcodiac River in downtown Moncton. It is the most popular spot to watch the bore, the wave that moves up the river when the Bay of Fundy tide begins to come in.
Twice a day, the river, which at low tide looks like a wide reddish mudbed, suddenly receives a surge of water that advances against the current. The wave height varies with the moon and the season, from a few centimeters to more than a meter in the largest tides. After it passes, the river level rises several meters in a short time.
The city publishes the bore’s expected times, and panels in the park explain the phenomenon. At some times surfers ride the wave upriver.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
Half an hour, arriving a little before the scheduled time.
Best time
At the scheduled bore time, preferably near full or new moon, when tides are larger.
How to get there
On Main Street in downtown Moncton, a few minutes’ walk from the train station.
Tip
Check the bore timetable and arrive 15 minutes early: the wave passes quickly.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Tidal Bore Park
When does the bore occur in Moncton?
Twice a day, according to the tide. The city publishes the expected times.
How high is the Petitcodiac bore?
It varies from a few centimeters to over a meter, depending on the moon and the season.
Where can I see the bore in Moncton?
At Bore Park on Main Street, on the bank of the Petitcodiac River.