Over the course of the summer a CBC videographer has been documenting a string of waterfalls across New Brunswick, drawing attention to the province’s abundant but often overlooked cascades. The short videos combine on-the-ground footage and drone shots to show features that range from roadside drops to remote gorge falls along the Fundy coast.
Highlighting a provincial network of cascades
The series so far has profiled multiple sites including Lepreau Falls, Welsford Falls, Sand Brook Falls, Wallace Falls, Little Sheephouse Brook Falls, Pabineau Falls, Tetagouche Falls and Fall Brook Falls. The most recent instalment focuses on Walton Glen Gorge Falls, located along the Fundy coastline.
Filmmaker Roger Cosman combines ground-level views with aerial perspectives to emphasise both the intimate and grand scales of these sites. The short-format videos — typically three to four minutes — aim to make the province’s water features accessible to viewers while encouraging safe, responsible visitation.
Why the waterfalls matter locally
New Brunswick contains hundreds of waterfalls carved by rivers, brooks and coastal gullies. Many of them are important to local communities for recreation and tourism, offering hiking, photography and seasonal activities. Some, like Fall Brook Falls near Boiestown, are notable as among the highest continually flowing waterfalls in the province and attract day visitors from across the region.
Smaller cascades and less-known falls can be tucked away on private land or reached by rough trails; while they provide solitude and natural beauty, they also require visitors to be conscious of private-property boundaries, trail conditions and safety risks such as slick rock and changing water levels.
“If you have a favourite waterfall you think we should see, email us at cbcnb@cbc.ca.”
Practical information for visitors
For New Brunswickers and visitors planning waterfall outings, basic precautions and planning can make a trip safer and more enjoyable:
- Check access: confirm whether the fall is on public land or private property and whether permission is required.
- Trail conditions: many falls are reached by uneven, sometimes steep trails; wear appropriate footwear and pack water and a first-aid kit.
- Weather and tides: coastal falls, especially along the Fundy shore, can be affected by tides and storm-driven water levels; inland waterfalls can swell after heavy rain.
- Leave no trace: carry out all litter, avoid disturbing vegetation and respect posted signs and closures.
Local conservation groups and tourism offices can often provide up-to-date information on access, trail improvements and seasonal advisories. For those seeking photographic opportunities, early morning or late-afternoon light and overcast days can be best for avoiding harsh shadows and capturing long-exposure shots.
What the short videos show
The video entries are brief but descriptive, with each episode focusing on visual storytelling rather than in-depth historical or geological analysis. They are useful introductions for people who may be unfamiliar with a particular site and for planners looking for new outdoor destinations within the province.
Below is a concise guide to the waterfalls featured so far, with the general area and the approximate length of the video features as presented in the series.
| Waterfall | General location | Video length |
|---|---|---|
| Lepreau Falls | Southwestern New Brunswick | ~3 minutes |
| Welsford Falls | Central region | ~3 minutes |
| Sand Brook Falls | Central/southern | ~3 minutes |
| Wallace Falls | Western New Brunswick | ~3 minutes |
| Little Sheephouse Brook Falls | Atlantic coast region | ~3 minutes |
| Pabineau Falls | Northeast, near the Miramichi area | ~3 minutes |
| Tetagouche Falls | West of Bathurst | ~3 minutes |
| Fall Brook Falls | Near Boiestown | ~3½ minutes |
| Walton Glen Gorge Falls | Fundy coast | ~3 minutes |
The series promises additional stops as the summer progresses. Viewers and residents with suggestions for other waterfalls to feature have been invited to contact the CBC New Brunswick team directly.
As the province continues to promote outdoor tourism, short visual features such as these can help raise awareness about natural assets while reminding the public that care, preparation and respect for local landowners and conservation rules are essential when exploring New Brunswick’s many cascades.
