Ammon

Tucked into the rural heart of Westmorland County, Ammon is a tranquil locality marked by rolling fields and a friendly Maritime spirit. Just a short drive west of Moncton along Route 490, this inviting corner of New Brunswick offers a quieter pace, where neighbours still take the time to wave as you arrive. Surrounded by sweeping farmland and orchards, Ammon presents a distinctly eastern outlook—one shaped by generations of family homesteads and deep-rooted community pride.

Every autumn, the Ammon Harvest Fair draws locals and visitors alike with its vibrant display of rural traditions. Here, you’ll find farm-fresh produce, handcrafted works, lively music, and a full calendar of exhibitions that shine a spotlight on the area’s agricultural heritage. Community halls become bustling centres of activity with pie tastings, storytelling, and local art, and the soft scent of woodsmoke and apple cider lingers in the air. The celebration culminates in an evening barn dance, where fiddles and feet keep rhythm late into the crisp night.

For those keen on getting outdoors, the fields and forest trails around Ammon invite rambling hikes or bike rides, especially as the autumn leaves show their full colour. Anglers can slip away to the nearby Petitcodiac River, while birders scan the hedgerows for warblers and hawks. The dining scene, loyal to its roots, champions hearty, down-home cooking—from stews and fresh-baked bread to seafood sourced straight from the Bay of Fundy. Ammon may be unassuming on the map, but the spirit of the land—and those who call it home—leaves a lasting impression long after you’ve ventured down its country roads.