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Rockwood Park

Lake Dr. South, Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
506/658-2829
Ranked #5 of 16 attractions in Saint John
4.0 of 5 stars 18 Reviews
Type: Parks
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Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

Whether you're walking, swimming, boating, jogging, horseback riding - Rockwood Park has it all More

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Saint John, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

The park is centrally located and lush, large and lovely! The campground is the only slightly negative thing I can think of as it is gravelly and not sylvan. Otherwise, it is a step into the countryside...many walking, biking trails meandering around trout-filled lakes. Outdoor activities abound, playgrounds, beaches, non-motorised boating. There is a dog park, scenic outlooks and one... More

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Riverside, Rhode Island, United States
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2012

We always like going to the park and bringing food to the deer and little animals More

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Saint John
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2012

This huge urban park has something for everyone! Trails, playgrounds, swimming, dining, dog park, pavillion for functions, Day Trippin' rentals and activities, horseback riding, a zoo etc etc. I love it and it go often! More

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Saint John, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2012

Great place to run, you could encounter wild animals so keep an watchful eye !! More

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Halifax,Nova Scotia
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Reviews in 51 cities Reviews in 51 cities
84 helpful votes 84 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2012

beautiful park close to downtown Great walking trails More

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Saint John, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 11, 2012

Has a beach, and a couple lakes ot swim in (supervised). There's also walking and biking trails, horses and a vast area of woodland and clear area to enjoy. A faorite of joggers and picnicers from the city. More

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Moncton, Canada
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Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 10, 2012

We camped there. The park is in need of upgrades, handy for the city though. More

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Saint John, Canada
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed January 6, 2012

If you're looking for a walking trial or nature park then you're better off going the extra distance to the Irving Nature park. I hear too many weird stories about things going on at Rockwood park especially after dark. Located in a grungy part of town and generally out of the way for most people. More

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New Brunswick
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Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 25, 2011

Get a map of the Park and discover its offerings. I love here in the spring when I see rare lady slippers in yellow, pink and white; please do not pick them, though. This is a great place for walking. More

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