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Hopewell Rocks – Part II

The average tides at Hopewell Rocks is the highest in the world. How high does the tide get at Hopewell Rocks? It’s an amazing 14 metres (about 46 ft.)!! Whether to watch the high tide or low tide, it’s really up to personal preference. However, it’s best to stay for the complete tidal cycle to get a full appreciation of the tides.

How does the tides happen? This phenomenon is owe to the combination of gravitational pull of the moon and the unique shape of the Bay of Fundy, that leads to formation of tides ranging from 32 to 46 ft. The rate of the water rising is simply astonishing. It can rise between 6 and 8 vertical feet an hour!! Be sure to stay away from the coast during high tides.

During low tide, visitors have the opportunity to explore the natural rock flowerpots. Besides, caverns and tunnels can be observed. These unique sights are sculpted from geological formations millions of years older than the Canadian Rockies. There are about 100 billion tonnes of water flow in and out of the bay twice a day.

 

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At 1:23 p.m.: The shoreline became apparent.

 

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At 1:23 p.m.: It was safe to walk on the shore.

 

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At 2:04 p.m.: Water has subsided significantly.

 

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Water has subsided further, in the next few minutes.

 

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At 2:11 p.m.: The Flower Pot Rocks still partially covered with water.

 

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At 2:13 p.m.: We went a few steps closer to the rocks.

 

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At 2:17 p.m.

 

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At 2:27 p.m.

 

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At 2:58 p.m.

 

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At 3:29 p.m.

 

The low tide that day was at 3:57 p.m. Miles and I arrived at the Hopewell Rocks before noon to watch the high tide, and waited for a few hours to observe the low tide. I was deeply thrilled by the wonders of nature. The Mother Nature has special ways to present the stunning phenomenon of tidal cycle. It has certainly touched many hearts, including mine.

 

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2 Responses to “Hopewell Rocks – Part II”

  1. Pierre Says:
    November 10th, 2009 at 1:39 pm

    Ah,

    birdies that are in love…so romantic and so poetic! You know, when you’re in love, everywhere you go feels just like heaven!
    I can almost feel the love just by reading your lines! ; )

    Hi Adeline!, I just wanted to tease you a little bit – I remember how fun it was teasing you : D. Anyway, I am soooo HAPPY for you, have fun and enjoy!

    Take care,

    Pierre

  2. admin Says:
    November 12th, 2009 at 11:47 am

    lol…I won’t forget how much you used to tease me.
    Thanks for the compliments ;)

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