Courtenay Bay

Saltwater
Bay

Courtenay Bay

Saltwater
Bay

Sq. miles: 1.3
Boat Ramps: 0
Access Points: 0
Species: 5

Courtenay Bay is a significant industrial and historical tidal estuary located in the City of Saint John, within the broader Saint John Harbour and Bay of Fundy system. This bay is characterized by extensive sand and mud flats, with the exception of a dredged channel. The area has a long industrial history, hosting facilities such as the Irving Oil terminal, the Courtenay Bay thermal electric generating station, and various marine terminals. The bay's shoreline has been heavily modified through land reclamation and industrial development over centuries. Water quality monitoring has been conducted in the harbor, including Courtenay Bay, with parameters such as temperature, dissolved oxygen, salinity, pH, and turbidity measured regularly.

Species & education

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

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Atlantic Tomcod

Microgadus tomcod

Pollock

Pollachius virens

Rainbow Smelt

Osmerus mordax

White Hake

Urophycis tenuis

Winter Flounder

Pseudopleuronectes americanus

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Courtenay 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.

The primary fishing structure is the dredged channel, which provides deeper water and a defined edge adjacent to the shallow flats. The sand and mud flats themselves can be productive on a rising tide for species that hunt in shallow water. Areas near industrial outflows or structures like the power plant may attract fish due to slightly warmer water or accumulated structure, though anglers should be aware of local access restrictions and safety.

Know where you can legally fish on Courtenay 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

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