Animal footprints dating back 290–250 million years were discovered in the sandstone rocks at Quaco Head. A family from Sussex found the fossilized footprints in August 2020. Matt Stimson, assistant curator of geology and paleontology for the New Brunswick Museum said this was a “new and unique find for the province”. The fossil contained three …
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If you’re looking for a fun, safe outing that will put you in the spirit, explore St. Martins after dark. We’re all aglow with our Harbour Lighting 2020 celebration.
World traveller, freelance writer and photographer Alison Cornfield-Matheson includes St. Martins on her travel bucket list and highlights 6 great reasons to visit the area. The tiny village of St. Martins, New Brunswick makes an ideal base for exploring the Fundy coast of Atlantic Canada and offers plenty of things to do for travellers. Alison & Andrew …
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Enjoy this stunning video of the West Quaco Cliffs and Lighthouse, Anvil Rock, The Caves, and Giffin Pond shot by Peter Bloch on his visit to St. Martins in September 2017.
This beautiful drive through the countryside will take about 25 minutes longer than the direct route 111 to Saint John. We think it’s absolutely worth it, especially in the fall. From St. Martins, head west on Main Street to the junction of Main and Route 111. Instead of turning left to return to the city, …
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Most people take Route 111, which is the shortest route to St. Martins. But the Fundy Drive offers jaw-dropping scenery around every bend. And it only takes about five minutes longer. If you don’t stop along the way. But stopping is what it’s all about, right? From the Saint John Airport, take Route 111 East along …
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