PARKS & TRAILS
Take in the beautiful scenery of Bonavista on any of our local trails and boardwalks.
TRAILS
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Old Days Pond Boardwalk
The Old Days Pond Boardwalk winds around Old Days Pond in the heart of Bonavista. Just a few meters from Long Beach, walkers can enjoy the sights and scents of the ocean as they stroll along the 1 km path. The boardwalk features multiple benches for resting and two gazebos perfect for gathering with friends. From spring to summer, families of ducks make their home here, adding a touch of wildlife to this serene, scenic walk.
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Address: 11 Powell's Lane
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Length: 1 km
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Not pet-friendly
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Wheelchair accessible
Beaver Pond Boardwalk
The Beaver Pond Boardwalk may be short, but it’s full of charm. Perfect for you and your four-legged companion, it winds through peaceful wooded scenery. Located just past the Dog Park and at one entrance to the popular multipurpose trail locally called the “track", this mostly wooden boardwalk features stairs at one end, leading up to the trail bed and a gravel path to continue the loop.
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Address: 9 Beaver Pond Road
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Length: 0.5 km
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Pet friendly
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Board & gravel path
The Track
“The Track”, as it’s known locally, is a multipurpose trail that runs alongside a brook flowing into Beaver Pond. Winding through a wooded area, the trail is used by walkers, hikers, cyclists, and occasionally by ATVs and vehicles. Visitors are advised to use the trail at their own discretion.
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Main entrance: 9 Beaver Pond Road
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Length: 4km one way
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Pet friendly
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Gravel path
Cape Shore Trail
Walk the Rugged Shoreline Trail along the tip of the Bonavista Peninsula and take in breathtaking coastal scenery. Along the way, you may spot whales, foxes, puffins, and other wildlife. Pause for a rest on benches or enjoy a picnic at the halfway point at Landfall Municipal Park. The trail is rated easy to moderate, mostly on a gravel path. In some sections, the trail follows Route 235, where the shoreline is too close to walk safely.
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Main entrance: 195 Cape Shore Road
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Length: 8.7km out-and-back
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Pet friendly
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Gravel path
Harbour Front Boardwalk
Harbourfront Walking Path
Start or end your day with a stroll along Bonavista’s harbourfront, perfect for catching a stunning sunrise or sunset. This short but charming path follows the shoreline of the inner harbour, beginning at Ryan’s Premises or the Matthew Legacy site. Future expansions will add more walking paths, but for now, you can continue your walk into downtown Bonavista (Church Street) or explore the historic side of town known as Mockbeggar.
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Main entrance: 10 Ryan's Hill Road
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Length: 0.5km
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Pet friendly
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Boardwalk, concrete sidewalks & paved areas
For more information about other trails in Bonavista and on the peninsula, check out the Hike Discovery & UNESCO Geopark websites.
PARKS
Dog Park
Our large, fully fenced dog park is located at the head of The Track and Beaver Pond Boardwalk. Dogs of all sizes are welcome to run freely, play with friends, or enjoy a safe space for training sessions.
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Address: 8 Beaver Pond Road
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DOG PARK RULES
- Dogs must be vaccinated and not sick
- Clean up after your dog. Garbage can and disposal bin on site.
If the site needs cleaning up or garbage changed, please contact the Town Hall at 1-709-468-7747.
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Public Garden
Centrally located just off bustling Church Street, Bonavista’s Public Garden showcases a beautiful array of plants and flowers that enhance the surrounding neighbourhood. The garden is lovingly maintained by the Bonavista Horticultural Society.
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Address: 12 Sweetland's Hill
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