Parrsboro

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Located on the Bay of Fundy, Parrsboro is the ideal place to explore and experience the rise and fall of the world’s highest tides.

The lighthouse view overlooking the harbour is one of the best in the province and showcases both the horizontal and vertical extremes of the impressive Fundy tides. In addition to the view, the Parrsboro area is the most significant place on earth for harnessing tidal energy.

The Fundy tides are not the only big deal in town. Parrsboro is where Canada’s oldest dinosaurs once roamed! The Fundy Geological Museum shares the area’s rich 350-million-year history of fossils, stones and dinosaur bones with exhibits and guided beach tours.

Don’t-Miss Activities in Parrsboro

Fundy Geological Museum

Walk in the footsteps of Canada’s oldest dinosaurs and explore Nova Scotia’s ancient geologic past
The Bay of Fundy the world’s highest tides erode the majestic sea cliffs to reveal half a billion years of geological history
Visit the museum’s dynamic exhibit gallery to learn about the area’s Triassic and Jurassic landscapes and peer into the Fossil Research Lab to see museum staff cleaning and studying new fossils found in the area

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Ship's Company Theatre

Experience award-winning theatre on the Parrsboro harbour in a theatre venue that incorporates the MV Kipawo, last of the Minas Basin ferries
Season commences on July 1st with two Mainstage plays, a Second Stage play, a Kid’s Stage production, our Monday Night Concert Series, and Youth Theatre Camps
A prime centre for the production and development of Canadian and Atlantic theatre

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Five Islands Provincial Park

Features 90-metre (300-ft.) sea cliffs overlooking the world’s highest tides, a spectacular setting for camping, hiking, beachcombing, rock collecting, and clam digging
Red Head Trail offers four of the best views of the islands and the basin
Enjoy hiking, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing on the west side of Economy Mountain with 5.2 km (3.2 mi) of tracked trails, which are marked and mapped

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Fundy Ocean Research Centre for Energy (FORCE)

Visitor Centre overlooks the technology test site in the Bay of Fundy
Learn about this leading Canadian research centre that is studying the potential for tidal turbines to operator within the Bay of Fundy
Interactive displays and videos, sustainable architecture, striking view of the world’s most powerful tidal energy site

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Spirit Reins Ranch

Take part in an incredible adventure as you ride horseback along the beach at low tide
Make it an overnight getaway! Enjoy a 3-hour horseback tour on the Bay of Fundy floor and sieve for fossils with a museum expert, then stay overnight at a nearby accommodation.
Personalized rides for all skill levels from first time to advanced

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