Burntcoat Head Park holds the Guinness World Record for the highest tides on Earth, a distinction that draws visitors from around the globe to this remarkable corner of Nova Scotia. Located on the shores of the Minas Basin in the Bay of Fundy, this camera captures the dramatic ebb and flow of tides that can rise and fall over 16 metres—the height of a five-storey building—twice daily. Over 100 billion tonnes of water surge into the basin every 13 hours, more than the combined flow of all the world's freshwater rivers.

At low tide, the ocean floor transforms into an otherworldly landscape waiting to be explored. Visitors can walk for kilometres across the exposed seabed, discovering tide pools teeming with hermit crabs, snails, and the occasional crab scuttling between rocks. Fossil hunters comb the ancient red sandstone cliffs, searching for remnants of life from 300 million years ago, while beachcombers collect unique shells and stones polished smooth by the relentless tides.

The park's iconic lighthouse stands sentinel over this natural wonder, offering panoramic views of the ever-changing coastline. Whether you're watching the tide roll in with astonishing speed, catching a spectacular Bay of Fundy sunset, or simply enjoying the walking trails that wind through the coastal landscape, Burntcoat Head delivers an unforgettable experience that showcases the raw power and beauty of the world's most extreme tides.

Masstown Market began as a farm-gate operation in the spring of 1969, and has grown to become a local landmark thanks to our tradition of quality foods, great selection, and friendly service. The Jennings family and all our staff welcome you to the Market experience. Browse our large, bright displays of the finest fruits & vegetables, take in the delights of our “made from scratch” homestyle bakery, savour our famous chowders and soups, delight in a cool offering of ice cream in 48 flavours from a local dairy, stroll through our unique gift shop and fully stocked garden center, search out local meat and cheese specialties in our full serve delicatessen and visit our fully-stocked Grapes & Grains NSLC Boutique. The new Lighthouse and “Catch of the Bay” Fresh Fish offers all your favorites of the sea here. From premium hardshell Atlantic lobster, to just-landed creamy scallops from Advocate Harbor, to freshly caught haddock and flounder, to local delicacies like Atlantic Salmon, whole trout, and Arctic Char. Delight in finding premium Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and PEI oysters and mussels, as well as our famous Canada’s Ultimate Seafood Pies, chowder mix, and assorted seafood specialties. We’re also fully stocked with a wide assortment of pickled, brined, smoked, and salted fish favorites. Catch of the Bay Fish & Chip Boat opens for another season on May 11th. Be sure to try the Gluten free deep fried haddock, cod, flounder and so much more. If you’re travelling through the area our Bay of Fundy interpretive displays offer an insight into the natural wonders of the region, our free public Internet access keeps you in touch with home, our ATM offers the convenience of in-store cash withdrawals, and our large clean washrooms are a welcome offering for the travelling public. Located just west of Truro at Exit #12 on the Trans Canada Highway, we are ideally situated in close proximity to the highway in a fully serviced area offering gas and accommodations. We are a fully accessible, barrier free establishment offering year round service, 7 days a week from 9am to 9pm. Don’t miss the Masstown Market experience during your visit to beautiful central Nova Scotia.