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Ganong Nature Park

The Ganong Nature Park is situated on a 142-ha (350-acre) peninsula with magnificent views of Saint Croix Island and the Passamaquoddy Bay. Steeped in history, the park has 4 interconnected hiking trails. Workshops and lectures are conducted on the Ganong Nature Park building's main floor. Public access to the beach is available. The park is also a great location for reunions, weddings and other special events.

Irving Nature Park

Just minutes from the city of Saint John is an oasis of forest and marsh, beaches and trails. This attraction contains no less than six different ecosystems within the 243-ha (600- acre) site with a diversity of flora and fauna. There are 11 km (7 mi.) of rugged Bay of Fundy coastline. The park was created to protect this fragile area, yet allow the public to come and learn about it. Park staff members offer free guided tours. The geological history of this area is fascinating.

Centennial Park

Open all year. Summer offerings: walking, cycling trails, playground, splash park, dog park, artificial turf sports field, Centennial Outdoor Centre, event zones, basketball, lawn bowling, tennis, and swimming at Centennial Beach (supervised). Parking, washrooms, canteen and picnic areas on site. Winter fun in the park includes: lit cross-country ski trail, sliding hill, snowshoeing and lit outdoor skating surfaces (weather permitting).

Wolastoq Park

Wolastoq means "the beautiful river," in the language of the Maliseet people who lived beside it. Today, we know it as the beautiful Saint John River. For many centuries before Europeans arrived, Wolastoq, with its tributaries, lands and forests, provided an abundance of food, materials and medicines to the Maliseet people. They were known then as the "Wolastoqiyik," meaning "people of the beautiful river." It provided them with a transportation route for hunting, trade and travel. Today, a park has been developed for recreational and educational purposes.

Wilmot Park

Directly across the street from Government House is Wilmot Park. Beautifully landscaped, the park boasts immaculate lawns, walking trails, lighted tennis courts, a basketball court, lawn bowling, a bandstand, a children’s playground, a new outdoor aquatic facility (anticipated opening late summer 2016), and is a perfect spot for a picnic. The title deed of this 4.9-ha (12-acre) park was originally given to City Council in 1895, by an early Loyalist settler, Edward Wilmot, as a gift for "the commonality of Fredericton."

Hyla Park Nature Preserve

Just outside of Fredericton's downtown core, you can find Hyla Park Nature Preserve—Canada's first amphibian sanctuary and a hidden urban gem.After the uncommon gray tree frog (Hyla versicolor) was discovered in this area, the land was set aside to preserve and protect its population and habitat. Visit the park and listen to the flute-like trilling sound of this tiny frog. Also, keep a lookout for the busy beavers, migratory birds, and rare plants that can be found in the park, including red milkwort, purple gerardia and small-flowered gratiola.

Bill Johnstone Memorial Park

This park located in the heart of Sackville includes a splash pad, playground, tennis courts, basketball court, bandstand, activity centre, artistic fountain, and public washrooms. The park is also home to the Sackville Farmers Market, music concerts, movies in the park, and many more events throughout the year. The activity centre is available for rent. A lovely spot for families near our stores and restaurants.

Sugarloaf Provincial Park Ski Hill

Visit Sugarloaf Provincial Park for your next skiing adventure! You will find 13 Alpine ski trails ranging from beginner to expert, one quadruple chairlift, 2 T-bars and one pony lift. The ski slope has a vertical drop of 155 m (507 ft.) with the longest run at 1,070 m (3,510 ft.). The hill also includes a terrain park with exciting features, great for all the freeride enthusiasts. A ski school with certified instructors for alpine skiing and snowboarding is open for your convenience, with safety provided by the Canadian Ski Patrol. Helmets are mandatory at Sugarloaf.

Spednic Lake Park

If you like the backwoods, Spednic Lake Park campground is the place to be. We offer 14 tenting sites and 8 trailer sites to accommodate the best outdoor experience. The lake is within walking distance from any campsite. Within the park is also the Boulderwalk Trail featuring two different paths with an observation deck along the way.

Inch Arran Park

This park is a true family destination. Unsupervised saltwater swimming beach, washrooms, ball fields, tennis courts, canteen, convenience store, laundromat, playground and Recreaplex. The park is next to a sports complex with a pool, sauna, gym, whirlpool, waterslides and even a Tarzan rope!

Woolastook Park & Campground

Quiet, clean and friendly family campground on the banks of the picturesque Saint John River, 25 km (15 mi.) west of Fredericton. The park's features include walking and hiking trails, a library, 2 volleyball courts, 2 horseshoe pits, a fishing pond and a laundry room. We even have 1 of the world's longest picnic tables! Guests of the park will have the opportunity to enjoy many free services and activities, including hay rides, bikes, paddle boats, kayaks, canoes, golf and board games. Firewood and propane is also provided.

Station 1 Skateboard Park

Try out the skate park located on the waterfront of uptown Saint John, a medium sized concrete park which is located under an overpass. This park is fully loaded with all of the obstacles and challenges a skateboarder could dream of trying.

Sunbury-Oromocto Park & Campground

Escape to Sunbury-Oromocto Park and Campground! Choose from seasonal to overnight spots ranging from unserviced to 30 amps. Enjoy our beach, lake, and playground while diving into events like theme days, live music, community breakfasts and more. Host your gatherings in our event spaces. Explore the lake with kayak and canoe rentals, or use our public boat launch. Our small office offers camping essentials, snacks, and ice cream. Experience nature and entertainment at Sunbury-Oromocto Park.

Kouchibouguac National Park

Kouchibouguac National Park stretches along the Acadian Coastal Drive and is your all-season destination. In winter, it’s a snowbound fun-zone. Find pristine trails for fat-bike and cross-country skiing and endless possibilities for snowshoeing. In the summer, it boasts some of the warmest salt water north of Virginia. Take the family for an unforgettable camping adventure. Cycle along fantastic bicycle trails or walk along endless stretches of sand dunes. At night, the sky is a true celestial masterpiece. Each of these natural wonders intertwines with Mi’gmaq and Acadian cultures.

Morrissey Rock Park and Scenic Lookout

Morrissey Rock Park offers travellers a small picnic site, perfect for enjoying the beautiful scenery while overlooking the Restigouche River and its islands. The park is situated on top of a cliff which houses the only train tunnel in the Maritimes’ railway system. The train tracks below the park are still in use today.

Gravel Island Park

Located on the banks of the St. Croix River, Gravel Island Park is the perfect place if you love canoeing and backwoods camping. Featuring 3 tent sites and 6 trailer sites along with a put-in launch for canoes/kayaks. Located close to Scott Brook Provincial Park, a great way to spend the day is to canoe from one park to the other.

Roosevelt Campobello International Park

Discover Roosevelt Campobello International Park, a beautiful vacation spot located on Campobello Island in the province of New Brunswick. The park is known for its natural beauty, cultural richness, and fascinating history. Visit the summer home of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, where they spent many summers. Explore hiking trails, beaches, and immaculate gardens. The Park is perfect for a day with family or for a longer vacation.

Irishtown Nature Park

Irishtown Nature Park offers kilometres of maintained trails. Interpretive signage showcasing the park as the city's first water supply is installed along a multi-use trail accessible for walkers, joggers, wheelchairs and cycling. Trails are groomed for walking in the winter. The park's trails are also excellent for bird watching. A feeding station maintained year-round attracts many species: chickadees, nuthatches, yellow finches, purple finches, hairy and downy woodpeckers, and doves.

French Fort Cove Nature Park

Connect with nature by experiencing outdoor recreational activities at the beautiful historical French Fort Cove multi-season nature park. Enjoy a peaceful walk on the hiking trails, cycle the extensive mountain bike trail system or experience the thrill of soaring from one end of the park to the other on the Maritimes’ Longest Zipline. Canoe, kayak or paddle boat rentals in the summer. Walking, snowshoeing and skating trail in the winter.

Odell Park & Odell Arboretum

Odell Park is a 135-ha (333-acre) park located in the heart of Fredericton. It's a sample of the once widespread northern hardwood forest that stretched unbroken from the Saint John River Valley to New England. It is home to 420 hemlock trees that are more than 400 years old and a number of endangered and rare species. Take a picnic and explore the trails and arboretum. In the winter, visitors enjoy the outdoor rink, sliding hill and cross-country ski trails.

Carleton Park

4.4 ha (11 acres) of waterfront green space offers a spectacular view of Fredericton's downtown and the most amazing sunsets. A public boat launch is also accessible. Benches and shelters make this a wonderful picnic site. Carleton Park is located on the city's trail network, North Riverfront Trail, making it an ideal destination from the south side of Fredericton by way of the Bill Thorpe Walking Bridge.

Magnetic Hill (Parkindale) Covered Bridge

Originally constructed as Parkindale Covered Bridge in 1916 (Coverdale River #7, in Albert County), this 17.5 m (57.5 ft.) long structure was relocated to Magnetic Hill and rebuilt in 1982. Driving directions: Route 2, Exit 450, to Route 126 North, (Mountain Road) to Magnetic Hill Theme Park.

Ocean View Park

Family park with a wide variety of sites available, 134 lots (15, 20 or 30 amp.), free wireless high speed Internet, canteen and amusement park. Mini golf, rec room, laundromat, washroom and showers.

Fundy Trail Provincial Park Beaches

Long Beach features a 2.5 km stretch of sandy shoreline rimmed with an interesting array of cobbled rocks. At low tide, the beach extends 500 metres into the bay so you can truly walk on the ocean floor. Picnic shelters, washrooms, and interpretive panels are found here, so pack a lunch and plan to spend the day. The park also has several discovery beaches—including Melvin, Pangburn, Seely and Big Salmon River—that are ideal to explore on an adventurous hike.

Dutch Point Park Trail

Open year-round, 2000 metres of hiking, walking and biking trails through a 30 acre park and along Ossekeag Creek, a diverse wetland area part of Trans Canada Trail (The Great Trail). The park also includes 2 ball fields, a family playground and Erb's Hill, a popular sliding spot in winter. Includes five routes; Erb's Hill (100m), Wetmore's Walk (300m), Coleman's Trail (600m), Pendergrass Trail (250m), Haden Hill's Loop (600m).