Trail Explorers

We are thrilled to be continuing the Inclusive Trail Explorers Program, designed for all members of our community. This initiative provides a wonderful opportunity to explore the beautiful trails throughout the city, promoting health, wellness, and community connection. Please contact healthyprograms@stjohns.ca for further information.

Program Highlights

All-Inclusive Access:

The trails are wheelchair accessible, ensuring everyone can participate and enjoy the scenic beauty of our city. Please contact inclusion@stjohns.ca if you require adaptive equipment to participate.
The paths are designed to accommodate people of all abilities, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.

Health and Wellness:

This is a great way to stay active and improve overall well-being. The program encourages physical activity, which is beneficial for both physical and mental health.
Join us to breathe in the fresh air and experience the therapeutic effects of nature.

Community Building:

The Trail Explorers program is a fantastic way to meet new people and strengthen community ties.
Whether you're new to St. John's or a long-time resident, this program offers a friendly and welcoming environment to connect with others.

Program Details

Winter Start Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 10:30 a.m.

Difficulty Rating: Trails will be rated on a 1-5 scale, with 1 being the easiest and 5 being the hardest.

How to Join: This program is free. No registration needed. Please meet us at the designated meeting spot to begin the trail walk.

*Participant Requirement (new): Before hitting the trails, please take a moment to complete a quick wavier. All participants are required to complete the waiver before taking part in Trail Explorer activities. Submission of the form will cover all Trail Explorer sessions for the year.

Complete and Submit Waiver

Schedule

Important Information:

The schedule is weather dependent and relies on trail conditions.
All cancellations will be announced via:

City social media platforms
By calling Access 311
Or by emailing healthyprograms@stjohns.ca

DATE	TIME	TRAIL	MEETING LOCATION	TIME TO COMPLETE	DISTANCE	RATING
Wed. Mar 4	10:30 a.m.	Bannerman Park and Government House grounds	Bannerman Park parking lot by the splash pad.	50-65 minutes	3.25 km	3
Wed. Mar 11	5 p.m.	Downtown Walk	Parking on level 3. Accessible Parking is available at the front entrance of City Hall.	45-60 minutes	3.50 km	3
Wed. Mar 18	10:30 a.m.	Kelly’s Brook Trail	Farmer’s Market: 245 Freshwater Road. Upper parking lot.	60-75 minutes	4.0 km	3
Wed. Mar 25	6 p.m.	LOCATION CHANGE Bowring Park Trail and Labyrinth	Gravel Parking Lot	50-60 minutes	3.0 km	3
Wed. Apr 1	2 p.m.	Southlands Trail	Southlands Community Center 40 Teakwood Drive	40-50 minutes	2.95 km	2
Wed. Apr 8	10:30 a.m.	Rotary Parks Trails	Bennett’s Road Parking Lot	60-75 minutes	3.50 km	3
Wed. Apr 15	10:30 a.m.	Bidgood Trail Loops	Power’s Road Parking Lot	45-60 minutes	3 km	3
Wed. Apr 22	2 p.m.	Bowring Park Loop and Labyrinth Earth Day Walk!	Gravel Parking Lot	50-60 minutes	3 km	3
Wed. Apr 29	5:30 p.m.	Rotary Park Trails	Bennett’s Road Parking Lot	60-75 minutes	3.5 km	3.5
Wed. May 6	2 p.m.	Mundy Pond Trail	H.G.R Mews Centre 60 Blackler Avenue	40-55 minutes	4.25 km	3
Thurs. May 7	10:30 a.m.	Windsor Lake Trail	Corner of Autumn Drive and Parker’s Pond Road – Near Water Treatment Plant	60-75 minutes	4.2 km	3.5
Wed. May 13	10:30 a.m.	Trailway to Symes Bridge Plaque	Gravel Parking on Southside Road opposite # 425	75-90 minutes	4.2 km	3
Wed. May 20	2 p.m.	Kent's Pond Trail	Pippy Park Parking Lot	50-60 minutes	3.0 km	3
Wed. May 27	5:30 p.m.	Downtown Walk, (Duckworth St., Water Street, and Harbour Drive)	City Hall by front stairs (Parking on Level 1 and 3 of parking garage; Accessible parking in front of main entrance)	50-60 minutes	3.5 km	3
Mon. June 1	10:30 a.m.	Kelly's Brook Trail	Farmer’s Market Upper Parking Lot (245 Freshwater Road)	60-75 minutes	4.0 km	3
Wed. June 3	10:30 a.m.	Quidi Vidi Trail	Dominion Parking lot by the soccer field.	40-60 minutes	3.8 km	3
Wed. June 10	10:30 a.m.	Bowring Park Loop and Labyrinth	Gravel Parking Lot	50-60 minutes	3.0 km	3
Thurs. June 11	2 p.m.	Tupper Laurier Park Trail	Parking on Laurier Street between # 36 and # 54.	55-70 km	4.0 km	2
Wed. June 17	10:30 a.m.	Southlands Trail	Southlands Community Centre 40 Teakwood Drive	40-50 minutes	2.95 km	2
Thurs. June 18	2 p.m.	Kenny's Pond and Kent's Pond Figure 8	Kenny’s Pond Parking Lot (off MacDonald Drive)	50-60 minutes	3.5 km	3
Wed. June 24	5:30 p.m.	Bowring Park Trailway from Duck Pond to Waterford River Trailway	Duck Pond Parking lot	75-90 minutes	4.0 km	4.3
Thurs. June 25	10:30 a.m.	Bannerman Park and Government House Grounds	Bannerman Park Parking Lot (by splash pad)	50-65 minutes	3.0 km	2
Tues. June 30	10:30 a.m.	Paul Reynolds to Guzzwell Drive	Paul Reynolds Community Center Main Entrance	55-65 minutes	4.0 km	3

Trail Rating Key

1 – Relatively flat, short distance (under 1.5 km), and/or easier terrain

2 – Moderate inclines, moderate distances (1.5-3 km), and/or manageable terrain

3 – Steep inclines, longer distances (3-4 km), and/or moderately challenging terrain

4 – Very steep inclines, extended distances (4-5 km), and/or challenging terrain

5 – Extremely steep inclines, long distances (5 km+), and/or rugged, difficult terrain