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Amy Rezek
Sugar Loaf Path - East Coast Trail - Newfoundland - Canada
The East Coast Trail is a 336 kilometre trail around the Avalon Peninsula of Newfoundland that links 24 historic communities. The Sugar Loaf Path on the East Coast Trail is a section of the trail that takes hikers from Logy Bay to Fort Amherst....
The East Coast Trail is a 336 kilometre trail around the Avalon Peninsula of Newfoundland that links 24 historic communities. The Sugar Loaf Path on the East Coast Trail is a section of the trail that takes hikers from Logy Bay to Fort Amherst. This is section 9 of the East Coast Trail.
The Sugar Loaf Path trail is considered moderate to difficult. These photos cover the first 8.9 kilometres of this Trail. It goes from Logy Bay to Quidi Vidi Village. The other 6.9 kilometres is a community walk through downtown and around the harbour to Fort Amherst.
This path takes between 3 and 5 hours to complete. It is a well-travelled trail that has breathtaking coastal views. It is only about 15 minutes from downtown St. John's so a great choice for accessibility if you are visiting the area.
There is parking in a dedicated lot next to the Ocean Sciences Centre in Logy Bay. From there, you walk across the street and will see the trail marker next to the parking lot that is for the Ocean Sciences Centre.
There is almost 380 metres of elevation change throughout this hike. The stairs seemed endless and so are the views on this adventure.
The only downfall of this trail for me was having to pass St. John's landfill (Robin Hood Bay) while you are in the woods. Although you don't really smell it, there can be build-up of garbage from the blowing winds, particularly in the spring before the volunteers clean-up the trail.
It is recommended that you have trail-rated footwear while hiking this trail. It is also important to bring both water and snacks. Since there is unreliable cell service on the trail downloading a map before embarking is the safest choice.
The Sugar Loaf Path on the East Coast Trail, Newfoundland, Canada is maintained by a volunteer association which you can learn more about at https://eastcoasttrail.com/. Overall this hike was one of my longest solo hikes around St.John's and one I will not soon forget.
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The Sugar Loaf Path trail is considered moderate to difficult. These photos cover the first 8.9 kilometres of this Trail. It goes from Logy Bay to Quidi Vidi Village. The other 6.9 kilometres is a community walk through downtown and around the harbour to Fort Amherst.
This path takes between 3 and 5 hours to complete. It is a well-travelled trail that has breathtaking coastal views. It is only about 15 minutes from downtown St. John's so a great choice for accessibility if you are visiting the area.
There is parking in a dedicated lot next to the Ocean Sciences Centre in Logy Bay. From there, you walk across the street and will see the trail marker next to the parking lot that is for the Ocean Sciences Centre.
There is almost 380 metres of elevation change throughout this hike. The stairs seemed endless and so are the views on this adventure.
The only downfall of this trail for me was having to pass St. John's landfill (Robin Hood Bay) while you are in the woods. Although you don't really smell it, there can be build-up of garbage from the blowing winds, particularly in the spring before the volunteers clean-up the trail.
It is recommended that you have trail-rated footwear while hiking this trail. It is also important to bring both water and snacks. Since there is unreliable cell service on the trail downloading a map before embarking is the safest choice.
The Sugar Loaf Path on the East Coast Trail, Newfoundland, Canada is maintained by a volunteer association which you can learn more about at https://eastcoasttrail.com/. Overall this hike was one of my longest solo hikes around St.John's and one I will not soon forget.
While hiking along this Newfoundland Canada trail you pass a world war II observation station in the side of the cliff. It is almost not visible when you are far away, but as you get close it's incredible to realize the history you are encountering.
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The observation station looks out over the cliff, but the entryway from above, that you see here, is how you get into the station when visiting this St. John's attraction.
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The view from the trail overlooking Quidi Vidi Village shows local fishing huts that are still being used, local homes and the Quidi Vidi Brewery. The brewery is a great location for a refreshing drink at the end of the long hike. In the...
The view from the trail overlooking Quidi Vidi Village shows local fishing huts that are still being used, local homes and the Quidi Vidi Brewery. The brewery is a great location for a refreshing drink at the end of the long hike. In the summertime there are also various food trucks and a beer tent on The Wharf.
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The breathtaking views along the coastal trail. The Newfoundland Canada skyline and Atlantic Ocean glisten in the sunshine. A great location for a picnic, bird watching or waiting to see whales who visit here each summer.
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As you approach the harbour of Quidi Vidi Village the uninhabited coastline gives way to civilization and this historic community. This section of the trail crosses over local mountain biking trails so be sure you pay attention to which path you...
As you approach the harbour of Quidi Vidi Village the uninhabited coastline gives way to civilization and this historic community. This section of the trail crosses over local mountain biking trails so be sure you pay attention to which path you choose on the last section of the trail.
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On this 8.9 kilometre hike the stairs felt endless as the elevation changes on this trail were an intense workout. I always wonder, who built these stairs in the middle of nowhere?
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Arriving in Quidi Vidi Village in Newfoundland Canada after over three hours of hiking the trail and feeling the accomplishment of traveling over the 8.9 kilometres of coastline.
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The trail markers along sections of the East Coast Trail are being updated, but these original wooden markers placed directly onto rocks and trees let you know that you are on the right path. They also mark key locations along the trail. This...
The trail markers along sections of the East Coast Trail are being updated, but these original wooden markers placed directly onto rocks and trees let you know that you are on the right path. They also mark key locations along the trail. This marker is the highest point on the first section of the trail before you go into the woods for a section.
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Logy Bay Newfoundland is the beginning of the Sugar Loaf Path. It is a sharp ascent to the top of the hill where the first trail marker points you forward. The gathering of rocks at the top has been accumulated over the years. I stopped to add...
Logy Bay Newfoundland is the beginning of the Sugar Loaf Path. It is a sharp ascent to the top of the hill where the first trail marker points you forward. The gathering of rocks at the top has been accumulated over the years. I stopped to add one of my own as I embarked on this journey. It's a great place to set an intention for your hike.
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There are sections of the trail that are lower where you can access the rocks along the shoreline, along with several rivers you cross over.
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If you are nervous about heights you may not want to get this close to the edge, but for me it is exhilarating. The trails are not controlled so it is important to remember to only do what you feel safe doing along these free trails.
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The Newfoundland Canada coastal views along this trail are breathtaking. It is an incredible hike along the shoreline. I like to look back at where I started. It's incredible to realize just how high the cliffs. This path is fairly well traveled...
The Newfoundland Canada coastal views along this trail are breathtaking. It is an incredible hike along the shoreline. I like to look back at where I started. It's incredible to realize just how high the cliffs. This path is fairly well traveled so you are likely to encounter a few people on the trail, but for the most part it is a peaceful experience and communion with nature.
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Amazing photos and a fantastic description of your hike! This looks like a trail I would love to do
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Andrea Horning if you come to Newfoundland, I would be happy to hike some of the East Coast Trail with you. I haven't completed it all, but have doneAndrea Horning if you come to Newfoundland, I would be happy to hike some of the East Coast Trail with you. I haven't completed it all, but have done several sections and love it. The bucket list is to do all 336 kilometres which some people do as a 14 day journey as you can camp along the trail as well. More ...
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Amy Rezek That's is a fantastic goal. And sounds like a lot of fun! You ladies are really pulling me towards the east coast with all this naturalAmy Rezek That's is a fantastic goal. And sounds like a lot of fun! You ladies are really pulling me towards the east coast with all this natural beauty! I can't wait to get out there soon enough
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Andrea Horning it's amazing (like so much of Canada) and so worth the trip!
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I love the ECT! Sean and I thru-hiked it as part of our cross-Canada walk on the Trans Canada Trail, and it remains one of our favourite hikes inI love the ECT! Sean and I thru-hiked it as part of our cross-Canada walk on the Trans Canada Trail, and it remains one of our favourite hikes in Canada! There is a new section now, and we'd love to go back and re-walk the entire trail! More ... -
Sonya Richmond That is amazing! I haven't done it all yet as I am a solo hiker so haven't ventured to the longer trail sections yet. Love that youSonya Richmond That is amazing! I haven't done it all yet as I am a solo hiker so haven't ventured to the longer trail sections yet. Love that you have been on this trail too! More ...
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Some stunning photos here, Amy, and I see that you have no fear of heights. Lol -
Diana Mohrsen Thank you! I actually have had a fear of heights in the past, but for some reason when I am here it hasn't bothered me. Thankful as theDiana Mohrsen Thank you! I actually have had a fear of heights in the past, but for some reason when I am here it hasn't bothered me. Thankful as the views are incredible. More ...
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Amy Rezek Well, isn't it fortunate that this spot didn't affect your fear of heights.
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Excellent trail write up. Quidi Village is already on my must see list for Newfoundland and now I will plan to hike the Sugar Loaf Trail to getExcellent trail write up. Quidi Village is already on my must see list for Newfoundland and now I will plan to hike the Sugar Loaf Trail to get there, but I'll train for all those stairs. More ... -
Janet Guthrie Yes, the stairs are no joke! I had friends visiting from BC and that was the biggest part they were surprised by - the constant up andJanet Guthrie Yes, the stairs are no joke! I had friends visiting from BC and that was the biggest part they were surprised by - the constant up and down over the rolling hills. Look forward to you visiting and happy to show you around! More ...
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Amy Rezek that would be great
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