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Rockwood Park
Distance: 20+ Kms
Type:
- Walking
- Hiking
- Biking
- Wheelchair Accessible
Difficulty: Easy
Location: Saint John, NB
Rockwood Park is situated in the heart of Saint John. It is one of Canada’s largest municipal parks with 26 km (16 mi.) of trails in an 890-ha (2,200-acre) park of natural beauty. It is the ultimate location for exciting year-round activities and outdoor adventures that are never out of season! There are over 10 freshwater lakes within Rockwood Park. Lily Lake and Fisher Lake have beautiful sandy beaches for swimming. Both have lifeguard supervision making them a great spot for families. Set up your tent or trailer in the campground and enjoy the canteen facilities. There’s also a children's play park, hiking and jogging trails, wagon and horseback rides, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boats, rock climbing and orienteering programs, geo-caching, horticultural gardens and an interpretation centre. Have your event at the Lily Lake Pavilion.
Rockwood Park has been a part of the city of Saint John for over a hundred years. It goes all the way back to the mid-1800s, when it was designed by architect Downing Vaux, a member of the architectural team responsible for New York City’s Central Park.
Whether you come to Rockwood Park to relax or to participate in some of the many activities, this is your park to enjoy.
Acces: Route 1, Exit 125 or 122
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