Carleton Martello Tower

The Carleton Martello Tower in Saint John, New Brunswick is one of only nine remaining Martello Towers in Canada.   The tower is the oldest build in the city and dates back to the War of 1812 and played a large role in the war.  The Saint John Tower has gone many restorations such as the powder magazine, restored barracks room it features exhibits in the tower and in the visitor center.  The Martello roof top offers an amazing view of the harbor and the city.  The tower has been part of the National Historic Site of Canada since 1930 and has been open to the public since 1963.

Big Pokiok Falls

The Big Pokiok Falls are very easy to find.  Take exit 231 coming from Fredericton and turn towards Nackawick.  Turn right after crossing the Pokiok stream.  This road turns to gravel shortly into it, take caution as this is an logging road beware the you may encounter a pulp truck hauling lumber on this road.  Continue on this road  you will pass under the route 2.  Keep driving for roughly 3 km and you will come to a the park sign the road to the left goes to a small parking area near the Hiker's Dream Trail head.   However if you drive pass the sign continuing straight for a small distance you will cross a small bridge just pass the bridge on the right is parking for the Stream side trail there is also a shelter.  The Stream side trail has some very beautiful waterfalls.  All trails are well marked with markers on the trails are picnic tables and camp-sites.  This park is great for fishing, bird watching hiking and we also seen a mink.  \

Pictures were taken August 4, 2015