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This is an easy, mostly level path following Rennies River as it winds through the city, with a mix of paved and compact gravel sections. It’s well-used and easy to navigate, connecting several parks, including Bannerman Park and areas near Quidi Vidi Lake. You’ll pass small footbridges, wooded stretches, and open sections where the river widens slightly.

Quidi Vidi Lake is a calm, sheltered lake just outside downtown St. John’s, with a flat loop trail running around its edge. It’s best known as the site of the Royal St. John’s Regatta, so you’ll often see rowing activity on the water. The trail is easy to follow and widely used, with open views across the lake and surrounding hills. It’s more of a local walking route than a quiet escape, especially on clear days.

The trail around Kent's Pond is a flat, well-maintained loop that circles the entire pond. It’s wide and easy to follow, making it popular for walking, running, and dog walks. The path stays close to the water for much of the route, with a mix of open shoreline and wooded sections. It’s an accessible, low-effort option for getting outside without leaving the city. In winter, the area transforms into a cross-country skiing and skating spot, giving it year-round use.

Kent's Pond is a small, calm freshwater pond just outside downtown St. John’s. A flat loop trail circles the water, making it popular for easy walks, jogging, and birdwatching. The open shoreline offers clear views across the pond, with benches and quiet spots to pause.

This viewpoint is the standout moment of Ladies Lookout Trail, rewarding the climb with a sweeping panorama of Newfoundland’s rugged coast. From here, waves crash into hidden coves far below and rocky headlands arc into the Atlantic, framed by forests and sky. It’s an open, windswept spot that feels wild and expansive, perfect for lingering with your camera or soaking up the endless horizon. Sunsets here can be especially memorable.

Perched high above the Atlantic on the Ladies Lookout Trail, this viewpoint delivers dramatic coastal scenery in every direction. Sheer cliffs drop into deep blue water, waves crash against rugged rock below, and forested headlands stretch out toward the horizon. It’s the kind of spot that makes you pause and stay awhile.

Long Pond sits in the heart of St. John’s, bordered by forested slopes and quiet neighbourhoods, making it one of the city’s most accessible freshwater spots for a quick nature break. The shoreline offers calm views, regular birdlife, and an easy escape from traffic despite being minutes from town. It’s a popular place for locals to walk, run, or unwind, especially in early morning or golden hour when the light settles across the water.

Circling the edge of Long Pond, this well-used loop offers a gentle walk through mixed forest with steady lake views and a mostly smooth, family-friendly path. Wooden boardwalks and small bridges keep the route accessible in wetter areas, while short rises add just enough variety. With quick access from nearby neighbourhoods and Pippy Park, it’s one of St. John’s most reliable everyday trails — ideal for relaxed walks, casual runs, or a quiet lap around the water.