4‑Day New Brunswick Road Trip from Montreal (Camper & Dog Friendly)

Day 1: Montreal → Edmundston

Morning: Depart Montreal early and enjoy the scenic drive along Autoroute 20 and Trans‑Canada Highway. Stop for quick breaks at dog‑friendly rest areas near Sherbrooke and Quebec City.

Afternoon: Arrive in Edmundston and stroll along the St. John River Trail, a paved path perfect for leashed dogs. Grab a bite at the pet‑welcome café “Le Bistro du Quai”.

Evening: Set up camp at the Rivière‑Bleue Campground, which offers electric hookups and a fenced dog run. Enjoy a relaxing dinner by the campfire while watching the sunset over the river.

Day 2: Edmundston → Fundy National Park

Morning: Drive south via Highway 2, crossing into New Brunswick. Stop at the historic Grand Falls Gorge for a short walk and photo op.

Afternoon: Enter Fundy National Park and hike the dog‑friendly Caribou Plains Trail, a 5‑km loop offering sweeping views of the Bay of Fundy. Later, visit the iconic Hopewell Rocks at low tide to walk among the famous sea‑stack formations.

Evening: Camp at Fundy East Campground, which provides a beachfront site and a dog‑friendly walking path. Dine on fresh seafood from the nearby market and relax under the stars.

Day 3: Fundy → Moncton → Kouchibouguac

Morning: Head to Magnetic Hill near Moncton for a quick stop and experience the famous optical illusion. Take a short walk on the adjacent Magnetic Hill Zoo grounds, which welcome leashed pets.

Afternoon: Explore downtown Moncton, strolling the Riverfront Plaza and enjoying the local art installations. Continue to Cape Enrage for dramatic cliffs, a lighthouse, and a dog‑friendly beach.

Evening: Arrive at Kouchibouguac National Park and set up at the Kouchibouguac Campground. Take an evening walk along the shaded trails and enjoy a camp‑cooked dinner.

Day 4: Kouchibouguac → Fredericton → Montreal

Morning: Spend a relaxed morning at the park’s Lagoon Beach, where leashed dogs can splash in the shallow water. Optional kayak rental (dog‑friendly) to explore the calm lagoon.

Afternoon: Depart for Fredericton, stopping at the living history museum Kings Landing for a quick tour (dogs welcome on the outdoor grounds). Grab a quick lunch in downtown Fredericton.

Evening: Continue the drive back to Montreal, arriving late night after a memorable road‑trip adventure.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Edmundston (St. John River Trail) – 2 hrs – $0 (free)
• Rivière‑Bleue Campground – 1 night – $45
• Grand Falls Gorge – 1 hr – $0
• Fundy National Park (Caribou Plains Trail) – 3 hrs – $10 (park entry)
• Hopewell Rocks – 2 hrs – $12 (tide‑dependent ticket)
• Fundy East Campground – 1 night – $55
• Magnetic Hill – 1 hr – $0
• Moncton Riverfront Plaza – 1.5 hrs – $0
• Cape Enrage – 2 hrs – $8 (parking)
• Kouchibouguac Campground – 1 night – $40
• Kouchibouguac Lagoon Beach (kayak rental) – 2 hrs – $30
• Kings Landing – 1.5 hrs – $15 (admission)
• Fuel (≈ 1,200 km @ $1.45/L, 12 L/100km) – $212
• Food & Groceries – $180
• Dog fees (campground extra pet fee) – $30
• Total Estimated Cost: $695

Tips

If you’d like to extend the trip, add an extra day in Fundy National Park to explore the coastal trail network or spend a night in Saint John for its historic downtown and dog‑friendly harbor walk. To shorten the itinerary, skip the Cape Enrage stop and head straight from Moncton to Kouchibouguac, reducing travel time while still enjoying the park’s beaches and trails.