About New Brunswick
Welcome to New Brunswick, one of the four Atlantic provinces of Canada. This beautiful land is renowned for its landmarks, friendly bilingual people and wealth of activities for visitors and our website has plenty of hotels, motels and New Brunswick cottages to choose from. Whether you're coming to explore our rich history and diverse culture, our dramatic landscapes and scenic routes or a little bit of everything, in New Brunswick you'll find something to interest the whole family.
New Brunswick is home to the Bay of Fundy, famous for its high tides and interesting land formations. The world's longest covered bridge, the Hartland Bridge is also found here as well as the World's Largest Lobster. If you are looking to book New Brunswick accommodation in Fundy we would recommend Chocolate River Cabins.
Over 48 lighthouses reside here and many are available for visiting. Love fresh seafood? We specialize in excellent surf and turf dining. The art, music and student scene is also very much alive and you're invited to visit one of the many galleries, New Brunswick festivals and events that happen here every year.
Weather in New Brunswick
New Brunswick flows through the four Canadian seasons like no other. Every season brings something new, new outdoor activities and culinary offerings, landscape changes and weather patterns. Whether you want to shred some of the best spring skiing conditions in Atlantic Canada or relax on a beach there is a season for you here.
Being that it's a Maritime province New Brunswick experiences all types of weather. From hot sun to winter storms we get it all!
Ah, summer. The time of hot sun, sandy beaches, water sports and whale watching! Summer temperatures along the Fundy coast average at about 20 degrees Celsius (68 degrees Fahrenheit) at the peak of the day while inland temperatures are usually about 25 degrees Celsius (77 degrees Fahrenheit) or warmer. As summer winds down and fall begins to take hold New Brunswick is taken over by a transformation of color. Bright red and pumpkin-orange leaves paint the province as people from all around come to take in the scenery.
Autumn in New Brunswick is a photographer's paradise and the colors here are more magnificent than many others because of the great variety of trees and the abundance of the symbolic maple tree.
In the winter, the most snow falls in the north eastern part of the province where between 300 and 400 cm (118 in. to 158 in.) of the fluffy white stuff covers the ground throughout the season. Frequent winter storms also bring snow and rain into the interior of New Brunswick. Visit Environment Canada for up-to-date weather information.
Even in winter, New Brunswick thrives with a host of winter activities such as skiing and snowmobiling. Every turn features something new for travelers, and the locals of New Brunswick are more than happy to show you the way!
New Brunswick Activities
Spring in New Brunswick is beautiful and exciting. There are so many activities to take part in such as spring skiing and tasting some of finest maple syrup and fiddleheads around. Spring also marks the opening of the fishing season and new beginnings as everyone heads back outside to tend gardens for the summer farmers markets.
The ocean waters of New Brunswick's coastline are nutrient rich in the summer, drawing 15 different species of whales to feed and play. Cycle cross country or around town, take a scenic drive or explore the many parks around the province.
Perhaps you'd like to kick it up a notch and take a spin at kite surfing or just kick back at one of the summer festivals. Summer in New Brunswick is all about fun, relaxation and exploration.
Come for a beachside camping trip, cycle the many scenic trails and driving routes, attend a colorful local festival or head out on the water for an exciting whale watching expedition.
Whale watching, bird watching and fall festivals are a must this time of the year and be sure to stop at the local artisans, crafters and farmers markets to find that perfect gift or stock up on fresh seafood and produce.
Winter is no time for hibernation. In New Brunswick you will find a host of exciting activities to partake in from skiing and snowboarding to snowmobiling and hockey.
New Brunswick receives more snow than any other on the eastern Canadian coast. There are over 1,000km (622 mi.) of groomed snowmobile trails, or check out New Brunswick's Northern Snowmobile Odyssey for a once in a lifetime sledding experience.
Crabbe Mountain has New Brunswick's highest ski hill vertical featuring 22 alpine trails, two terrain parks and 30 km (18 mi.) of Nordic trails. Cross country skiing and snowshoeing are very popular here. Keep in mind that many of the inns, cottages and hotels are open year round, giving you access to outdoor fun 365 days a year.
Visit one of our many parks for a variety of trails for a variety of levels. Most of the trails are operated and maintained by the province's ski clubs and more information about them can be found here.
We also really love our hockey here in the cold north. During the winter over 100 teams from all over Europe and North America meet in Plaster Rock to compete in the World Pond Hockey Championship. Be sure to check out a game while you're here.
