Sometimes, the best stops are the ones you stumble onto by accident. That’s exactly how we found Lepreau Falls—and turns out, it’s not just a scenic roadside waterfall, it’s a full provincial park.
Located in New Brunswick, Lepreau Falls is part of the Lepreau River, a waterway that flows into the Bay of Fundy. The falls themselves are tiered block waterfalls, a rugged, layered kind of drop that slices over rock shelves—powerful but broad, with a wide flow that fans out dramatically at the base.
The park is laid out with three main lookouts—each one giving a different angle on the falls. A comfort station (a proper one, not just a porta-potty) sits between the upper two lookouts, which is a nice surprise. The access road loops in an elongated figure-eight, making it easy to park, wander, and loop back without retracing your steps.
The official viewing spots are great—but we went a step further. We scrambled down to the river’s edge, picked our way along the rocks, and hiked up right to the base of the falls. You can actually walk along the shoreline, feel the spray, and stand just feet from the raw force of the water pounding the ledges. It’s loud, wet, and 100% worth it.
Lepreau Falls isn’t massive in height, but it’s got real energy. The layered geology and constant flow make it perfect for photos, quiet moments, or just taking in the kind of wild beauty you don’t always get on a casual drive.