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Sugarloaf Path, East Coast Trail, Newfoundland, Canada

Hiking the Sugarloaf Path, East Coast Trail, Newfoundland

The East Coast Trail has 336 kilometres of hiking trails that are free to the public. The trail goes from Topsail Beach to Cape St. Franic. It connects 24 local communities along the coastline of the Avalon Peninsula of Newfoundland.

This section of the trail goes from Logy Bay to Quidi Vidi. It takes an average of 3-4 hours to complete. The trail is an adventure through the forest, over rivers and along the beautiful uninhabited coastline of Newfoundland.

This trail is rated moderate to difficult and has over 80 flights of stairs during the 8.9 kilometre trail. This was my longest solo hike, but since it is well travelled I did encounter a few people. 

It is important to note that cell service is unreliable on this trail so downloading your map and notifying others of your location is important for safety. It is also reccomended to have trail-rated footwear and ensure you bring water. 

Overall, this is one of my favourite sections of the East Coast Trail. For me, it was both the rugged beauty and also the height of the cliffs which bring such breathtaking views.

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  • I love that this trail is so rugged and green, and yet it is alos so close to the city. What a perfect way to escape into nature!
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  • Sonya Richmond yes, one of the amazing things about living in the city of St. John's is the amount of accessible nature that is within the citySonya Richmond yes, one of the amazing things about living in the city of St. John's is the amount of accessible nature that is within the city limits. Signal Hill hike to the Battery is one of my favourite hikes too. Have you done that one?  More ...
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  • Ah it's so gorgeous!
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  • Lovely, and I was surprised to see the city in the distance. It looks so remote and rugged.
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  • Diana Mohrsen yes, it's the best of both worlds for sure along this section of the trail.
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  • Beautiful! The East Coast Trail is stunning and one of my favourite features on the Avalon Peninsula! I’m currently residing in Twillingate and amBeautiful! The East Coast Trail is stunning and one of my favourite features on the Avalon Peninsula! I’m currently residing in Twillingate and am looking forward to hiking the RockCut trails! You’ll have to come visit Amy!   More ...
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  • Cora Lee Rennie I would love to! I have done some of those trails (last summer) and they are beautiful too.
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  • Amy Rezek I Will be back in St. John’s and Conception Bay South in October and we will plan a meet up! Or you could always come visit me here at OldeAmy Rezek I Will be back in St. John’s and Conception Bay South in October and we will plan a meet up! Or you could always come visit me here at Olde House Shows in Twillingate and go exploring!!!   More ...
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  • Cora Lee Rennie I am up to my eyeballs for the next two weeks before I head off to Portugal for an adventure in October or I would be there! Will forCora Lee Rennie I am up to my eyeballs for the next two weeks before I head off to Portugal for an adventure in October or I would be there! Will for sure connect when I get back or you head this way. Love all the places you are sharing with us  More ...
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  • Ohhhhh Portugal sounds amazing Amy! Enjoy every second of your off island adventure!
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