
Hiking
Kouchibouguac National Park
Kouchibouguac’s family-friendly hiking trails take you through a mosaic of salt marshes, peat bogs, freshwater systems, Acadian woodland and sandy beaches.
Whether you’re a lifelong hiker or new to the experience, the key to a safe, memorable adventure is to plan your trip in advance. Consult our website for tips on how to prepare for your hike, or contact our knowledgeable Parks Canada staff before your trip; they would be happy to recommend a trail based on your interests and to provide you with tips on what to carry.
Hiking trails
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Easy trails These trails are somewhat flat and have a hard packed surface. They are suitable for all visitors, regardless of hiking experience. |
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Pines | 0.9 km loop 30 min |
Forest |
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Beaver | 1.4 km loop 1 h |
Forest, fresh water |
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Mi'gmaq Cedar | 0.9 km loop 30 min |
Forest, estuary, salt marsh, fresh water |
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Salt Marsh | 0.9 km loop 30 min |
Salt marsh, forest, estuary |
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Kellys Beach Boardwalk | 1.2 km one-way 30 to 45 min |
Salt marsh, lagoon, dunes |
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Bog | 1.8 km one-way 1 to 1.5 h |
Forest, bog, fresh water |
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Tweedie | 1.1 km loop 45 min |
Fields, forest, fresh water |
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Osprey | 5.3 km loop 1.5 to 2 hours |
Forest, fresh water, lagoon, salt marsh |
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Claire-Fontaine | 3.3 km loop 1 to 1.5 h |
Forest, fresh water, lagoon, salt marsh |
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Moderate trails Moderate trails will have some elevation gain with short steep sections. We recommend that you have some basic hiking experience for these hikes. |
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Kouchibouguac River | 11.3 km one way 4.5 to 5 h |
Forest, fresh water, fields |
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We recommend submiting a trip plan using AdventureSmart and someone will check to make sure you arrive safe.
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