Quispamsis is an active community. Our trail network is a critical ingredient in that lifestyle.
We boast more than 27 km of trails throughout the town with the goal of connecting all of Quispamsis through the trail network.
Whether you want to explore nature with a leisurely stroll or take on a more rugged challenge with rougher terrain, we have trails for you.
- Motorized vehicles are not permitted on any municipal trails.
- Dogs must be on a leash.
- Waste bags and garbage cans are available at trail heads for your convenience. Please help keep our trails beautiful by cleaning up after your pet.
Locations
Hammond River 28 Reynar Drive
These trails cover about 4 km taking you along the beautiful Hammond River.
There are groomed gravel trails and more natural, rigorous terrain.
Difficulty level: Moderate with steep climbs.
Matthew's Cove 31 Meenan's Cove Road
Matthew’s Cove is home to 1 km of the Trans Canada Trail.
Located off the Gondola Point Arterial, the gravel & boardwalk trail leads users through a series of interpretive viewing areas where they will learn about the history and functionality of Matthew’s Cove Wetland.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Meenan's Cove 199 Model Farm Road
A 750-metre trail loops around Meenan’s Cove Park. The gravel surface takes you by the Model Farm Road covered bridge and down near the shoreline.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Millennium Cycle Bike Park 21 Sycamore Drive
Get your wheels moving. The Millennium Cycle Bike Park is a must-experience for any cycling enthusiast. Millennium Cycle and Sport is our proud partner in this facility.
It features 20 trails with more than 7 km of gravel and natural mountain bike trail conditions, ranging from beginner to advanced levels of difficulty. Located across from Meenan’s Cove Park, it has hosted several competitions and cyclocross events.
When you need a break, relax at one of our picnic tables. We’re adding washroom facilities, a picnic shelter, and a bike repair station to help serve you better!
Helmets are required.
QR Trail Pettingill Road
This is one of the longer trails in Quispamsis and one of our most popular.
It’s 3 km of paved asphalt trail with the trail heads at the dead end of Selkirk Drive and the dead end of Quispamsis Road near École des Pionniers. The trail is plowed and maintained during winter months.
Parking is available at 104 Pettingill Road.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Ritchie Lake Trail Cedar Grove Drive
The trail, 300 m of gravel and boardwalk, gives you a bird’s eye view of Ritchie Lake along the waterfront.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Queensbury to Vincent Trail 121 Queensbury Drive
This trail offers a challenging hike right in the middle of Quispamsis.
It’s 600 m gravel trail, with trail heads at Vincent Road at Lachlan Court and between 119 and 123 Queensbury Drive.
Difficulty Level: Moderate, with a steep climb for walkers coming from the Vincent Road trail head.
qplex Trails Saunders Brook and Matthew's Brook
Enjoy two interconnecting trails at the hub of activity in Quispamsis, the qplex. The Matthew’s Brook and Saunders Brook Trail combine to provide 3 km of walking trails around the facilities.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Trans Canada Trail Trans Canada Trail
Nature enthusiasts can connect with the Trans Canada Trail in Quispamsis!
Our leg of the trail is 6 km of gravel, boardwalk, paved roadway and concrete sidewalk.
It runs between the Gondola Point Ferry crossing through the town into the Town of Rothesay.
Difficulty Level: Easy, with a couple of steep inclines
Memorial and Dedication Program
The Town of Quispamsis is proud to offer you the opportunity to help beautify the community while recognizing an individual, occasion or significant event.
The Memorial and Dedication Program allows you to sponsor the purchase and installation of trees or furnishings, like park benches, for use and display in our municipal parks. Dedications can also be purchased for existing infrastructure.
Each Dedication includes commemorative signage written by the donor detailing the sponsorship.
Apply by downloading the Memorial and Dedication Policy and completing the form.
Contact
Facilities, Parks and qplex
Phone: (506) 848-5900
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