Kenny's Pond - we go back a long way…read more When I was a little girl and my sister and I were new to the city - you were the pond in our backyard. Your bugs, and fish and plants were our playground . Growing up you were the pond down the street - where we hung out in the summer and skated on in the winter. Passed through a million times going here and there over the years. You grew up too; lots of changes, starting with the walking trail. These days you are part of a network of walking trails through the city. Then you got into golf and like most - your interest in golf has been long-standing and varied: driving range, putting greens and now today - mini golf! Lots of wildlife here too. Parking just off of McDonald Drive.

A very nice park close to the Holiday inn that makes for a good walk around. It's nice to have…read moresome scenery to come by when you have a walk and it's a nice trail to get some exercise. Good for those evenings after work when you need to clear your head or get your legs moving after eating a big meal. When I've walked around here I've noticed other locals that do the same. On my walk there were no notice of bugs and I made my way around and back before dark. I believe it's important that city's make trails around nature where possible as it encourages exercise and activity that is necessary in our busy lives!

Great park for walking, picnics or just spending time with the family. Very clean and fantastic…read morelights at Christmas.

Bowring Park was a lovely surprise for an evening stroll yesterday! Underrated by locals, this…read moresprawling green space includes a huge duck pond, multiple bridges, forest-covered trails, huge moose statues, community pool, water park, playground...and presumably even more since we stopped before making it the whole way through. Among the highlights were a statue reportedly (but unconfirmed) of Peter Pan and a historic fountain for horses so that you can keep your steed hydrated while trotting through. Wait for a sunny day then go check it out!

This is the spot where Sir Humphrey Gilbert claimed Newfoundland for Britain in 1583, much to the…read moreamusement of the French, Spanish, and Portuguese fishermen in port at the time. They thought him a fool, a judgment borne out a few days later when he ran his ship aground and drowned. Gayle and I visited Harbourside Park during a Sunday walk on a atypical cool and foggy June day. We specifically stopped to admire the bronze Newfoundland and Labrador dog statues. But we stayed for the Harbour (and Narrows) vantage points to see the ship traffic or lack of depending on timing. This park is also across the street from the very interesting National War Memorial.

Beautiful botanical garden and forest area. Lots a trails to walk. A lot geared towards kids but…read morethat's ok. We had a nice almost 2 mile walk and came inside to use the WC and call a cab. The business card for the cab neglected to put the area code on the card? The wonderful ladies at the botanical garden helped us out. Gave me the area code and called a taxi for us. Also gave us suggestions on a cemetery to visit. I get lots of different reactions when I ask about cemeteries and they weren't phased they were kinda exited. Great place and wonder friendly staff.

Beautiful gardens and large areas of wilderness to explore on trails rated between easy and…read moremoderate. Your self guided tour begins and ends at the main building adjacent to the parking lot. This houses their administration offices, gift shop, washrooms, displays introducing the park, as well as the space where they hold have information seminars and host children's groups. Obey all posted signs! Remember, this is a botanical garden and collection of any kind is not allowed (even for identification purposes). Perfect opportunity to polish up on your photography skills! ( http://www.yelp.ca/biz_photos/9GkkXRO6QvRiq3XD9MpRvg?select=5AjoCxJehgnMuqvSTwbKTg ) You won't believe the wonderful diversity of plant life here; the effort that has gone into identifying, developing and maintaining the various areas is phenomenal. Garden is open during all kinds of weather. It is even beautiful in the rain and the fog. ( http://www.yelp.ca/biz_photos/9GkkXRO6QvRiq3XD9MpRvg?select=tqO3TxZuNTSfcHOVpkdaBg ) Great place to visit and explore with kids of all ages.

i usually find desert walk and trails boring but the trail…read moreleading up to signal hill is phenomenal i loved st. john's when you live in this HOLE (toronto), it's really appreciated in signal Hill has a pretty decent gift shop, I wouldn't bother going up the stairs of the small lighthouse, it's boring

Even though it was off season, cold and windy the site is very interesting. When I was there, there…read morewere 6 bald eagles overhead. The sunset was amazing and views perfect.

Cape Spear is the Easternmost point in Canada. Gayle and I had a nice drive out here, which…read moreincluded a stop in Petty Harbour. This is where the sun first comes up in North America. Why only 3 stars? Some folks told us that there's really only 6 weeks of summer in Newfoundland, specifically in the July-August timeframe. We were here in June and although we actually set foot within the Historic Site and walked to the Point/Lighthouse, everything was all cold and fogged in. It reminded us of going to Denali (Alaska) a few years ago and being there on that day that you couldn't see the peak. If I ever visit St. John's again, this will be the first place I'll return to reclaim an previous missed opportunity. Maybe during the High Holidays would be nice during the Blowing of the Shofar at the sunrise or sunset?

It felt really special to be here. I highly recommend it as a must visit destination if you come to…read moreSt. John's, NL. Cape Spear Is the easternmost point in all of Canada. Beautiful sights, a lighthouse and views are nice depending on your luck and the time of year that you visit. I came in November and had decent weather to experience what I did.

The trail that winds around Kent's Pond is 1.5 kilometres through mostly forested areas. Some…read moreparts of the trail are adjacent to the pond, where the ducks and birds gather waiting for some treats. Lots of song birds and marsh animals visible. A very nice secluded trail in the heart of the area - not far from the main thoroughfares. Hard to believe it when you are enveloped in the quietude of the path. Access to it from many points. It also joins up with other trails in the area if you should care to expand your distance some including a trail to Long Pond or visit Kenny's Pond ( http://www.yelp.ca/biz/kennys-pond-park-st-johns ) across the street.