Hopewell Rocks

Due to the extreme tidal range of the Bay of Fundy, the base of the formations are covered in water twice a day.

The large volume of water flowing in to and out of the Bay of Fundy modifies the landscape surrounding it.

Meanwhile, advancing and retreating tides and the associated waves have eroded the base of the rocks at a faster rate than the tops, resulting in their unusual shapes.

[1] The vast sediment planes in the basin in Fundy supports a variety of biological productivity.

[3] A similar formation collapsed at the nearby Fundy Trail Parkway on February 24, 2022.

Tilted layers of sandstone at Hopewell Rocks in the Bay of Fundy
The Flowerpot Rocks at low tide
Hopewell Rocks at low tide
Hopewell Rocks at high tide