Chignecto Bay

Saltwater
Bay

Chignecto Bay

Saltwater
Bay

Sq. miles: 307
Boat Ramps: 0
Access Points: 0
Species: 7

Chignecto Bay is a northeastern arm of the inner Bay of Fundy, forming a significant coastal water body between New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. It is characterized by its extreme tidal range, extensive coastal mudflats, and steep bedrock cliffs that can reach up to 200 feet high. The bay's waters are channeled into narrow niches, creating a dynamic marine environment. It is a proposed Tier 1 site for the Marine Conservation Network, highlighting its ecological significance. The area includes several major river estuaries such as the Shepody, Petitcodiac, Memramcook, Tantramar, Maccan, and River Herbert, which flow into the bay and create rich, productive habitats.

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Chignecto Bay and what's needed to catch them.

Find which waters have the species you want to catch

Atlantic Herring

Clupea harengus

Atlantic Salmon

Salmo salar

Cusk

Brosme brosme

Rainbow Smelt

Osmerus mordax

Silver Hake

Merluccius bilinearis

Striped Bass

Morone saxatilis

Winter Flounder

Pseudopleuronectes americanus

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Chignecto Bay. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Productive areas are often found where structure interacts with the strong tidal flow. The estuaries of the major rivers—Shepody, Petitcodiac, Memramcook, Tantramar, Maccan, and River Herbert—are key spots, as they provide transition zones between freshwater and saltwater, nutrient input, and varied depths. The steep bedrock cliffs that bound sections of the bay can also create deep-water habitats close to shore. The extensive muddy tidal flats themselves are unique structures that host a wealth of invertebrate life.

Know where you can legally fish on Chignecto Bay

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

Nb licenses and regulations

No licenses or regulations available for Nb.

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