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Near beautiful Port Rexton and historic Trinity on the Bonavista Peninsula you’ll find Lockston Path Provincial Park which provides a great base camp for all nearby attractions. And while staying there you get to experience all that this beautiful spot has to offer. With sheltered campsites, two hiking trails and the sandy beaches of Freshwater Pond, an unforgettable stay is ensured!
Find out more about the park by visiting Natural History.
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Activities
Angling
Freshwater Pond in Lockston Path Provincial Park is a great spot to try to land a beautiful trout. Angling is permitted within all provincial parks. Please note that all anglers require a provincial salmon license to fish scheduled inland waters and non-residents also require a trout license. Both can be purchased in most convenience stores. Visitors are responsible for following all regulations, to find out more, visit Fisheries and Oceans Canada.
Beach
Lockston Path Provincial Park features a gorgeous sandy beach. This unsupervised swimming spot is located in the main day use area of the park with outhouse facilities located nearby. Take a dip in the designated swimming area or enjoy the delicious feeling of your feet sinking into the hot sand. Or simply take a seat on a nearby picnic table and enjoy the lovely view of Freshwater Pond.
Bicycling
With two camping loops and two kilometres of gravel park road, Lockston Path Provincial Park is a great spot for the cyclist or kids just giving up their training wheels. So unstrap your bike from your rack and enjoy the fresh air as you pedal past rows of spruce trees. Be sure to strap that helmet on for safety and a reminder to drivers to keep an eye out for children biking.
Bird Watching
Lockston Path Provincial Park will certainly keep the bird watcher busy. Keep an eye out for Bald Eagles, Boreal Owl, Osprey, Blackpoll Warbler, Yellow and Wilson’s Warbler and Common Redpoll. Be sure to bring your binoculars and listen for an orchestra of their delightful songs and calls.
Campfire
Your campsite comes with a fireplace and nothing quite says camping like an open fire on a starry night. The perfect way to end your day; toasting a marshmallow or a hot dog over your campsite’s fireplace with family and friends reflecting on your adventures as the crackling flames echo through the trees.
Camping
Lockston Path Provincial Park offers 57 campsites in a lovely forested area, 20 of which have electrical services. Of these, 20 campsites in Loop 37-57 have 15 and 30 amp electrical service available and five other campsites offer 50 amp service. Each campsite features a picnic table, water tap, fireplace and space for your vehicle, most accommodating larger RVs. And many are nestled along the winding stream that flows through the park.
Camping – Learn to Camp
If you are interested in trying camping for the first time, check out these great resources, including information and videos, such as a packing checklist, tents and tarps, campfires, safety tips and more.
Camping – Group
Lockston Path offers group camping for not-for-profit organizations at no charge. These group use areas must be booked by contacting the park directly and submitting a Group Camping Application and may also be available for off season use, depending on availability.
Canoeing
If you’re a canoer, you’ve come to the right park! Freshwater Pond offers one and a half kilometres of peaceful paddling. Pop on your PFD and enjoy the quiet solitude of being on the water; the only sound the dip and sway of your paddle.
Dog Walking
Dogs are welcome in all provincial parks and Lockston Path is no exception. And with the beautiful sandy beach, two kilometres of gravel park road and two gorgeous hiking trails, it would be a real shame to leave your canine buddies behind. Dogs must be leashed and be sure to clean up after your pet.
Events
Lockston Path hosts an annual Canada Day celebration with festivities for the whole family to enjoy. Other events may occur throughout the season; please check News & Events for updates.
Generator Use
If you want to power up your campsite, generator use is permitted within our parks although they must be attended at all times and any generators found to be exceedingly loud may be prohibited at any time. In Lockston Path Provincial Park, you can only run your generator between 8:00 am and 11:00 pm; any exceptions outside of those hours must be approved by park staff. Place them on a hardened surface of the campsite, away from any flammable substances and you can light up your night and even power up your television and satellite. Now you’re really roughing it!
Hiking & Walking
Walkers can enjoy two kilometres of scenic gravel park road. For the hikers, Lockston Path offers two looped hiking trails both beginning and ending at the day use parking lot. The Scenic Lookout Trail leads visitors through two kilometres of beautiful fir, spruce, birch and many wildflowers. The stunning vista for which it is named is roughly midway along this 1.7 kilometre trail. The Northwest Pond Trail is 3.4 kilometres and takes you up the western side of Freshwater Pond and then loops around Northwest Pond.
Kayaking
Kayakers love Freshwater Pond just as much as the canoers do! It’s one and a half kilometers of peaceful paddling. So pop on your PFD and take in the natural beauty.
Powerboating
If powerboating is more your speed, you can certainly take to the water in Lockston Path Provincial Park. Take note though that only motors less than 10 horsepower are permitted.
Park Attraction
Lockston Path has several attractions to offer visitors to this beautiful place. This park is very scenic with hiking trails, the beautiful Freshwater Pond and a lovely stream meandering through the campground.
Photography
With so many sights to take in, Lockston Path Provincial Park begs to be photographed. Whether you are capturing the aptly-named Scenic Lookout Trail, the waters of Freshwater Pond or the lovely stream that runs by your campsite, you won’t be long filling up an SD card. In fact, you might want to bring along a couple extra.
Picnics
The day use area has picnic tables, a playground, water taps and toilets and is located to the right of the checkpoint. Open until 10:00 pm, visitors are encouraged to take in swimming, canoeing, hiking and walking. Or simply take a seat at a nearby picnic table and take in the view of Freshwater Pond; a perfect spot to stop, catch your breath and soak up the natural beauty. Pack some snacks and treat yourself to a feast for the body and the soul.
Playground
Lockston Path Provincial Park features a lovely playground in the day use area for the young and the young at heart to enjoy.
Snowshoeing
While the gate may be closed in the winter months, the park is still accessible by those users who want to enjoy its natural beauty by snowshoe. Strap on a pair and see this winter landscape in all its splendour, accented by the crunch of your footsteps on that crisp blanket of pristine, white snow. Where snow conditions allow, vehicles may be parked near the park gate without blocking access.
Stargazing
Around here, when the sun sets the light show begins. The lack of artificial light means you’ll have no trouble spotting your favourite constellations as the stars twinkle and shine down from above. Bring along a telescope and take it all in.
Swimming
The beautiful sandy beach of Freshwater Pond is a wonderful place to take a dip. While unsupervised, it does have nearby lifesaving equipment and a roped off swimming area for your enjoyment. Enjoy the cool waters on a hot summer day and refresh yourself in the unforgettable nature of this lovely park.
Wildlife Watching
If it feels like you’re not alone, you aren’t! This neck of the woods is home to a great deal of wildlife. On the pond you may hear the slap slap slap of a beaver tail on the water, enticing you to see if you can locate their houses or dens. You may even see a moose wandering around the campsites or frolicking in Freshwater Pond. There’s lots to see and the best time to experience wildlife in the park is in the morning or evening; keep quiet and keep your eyes peeled!
Prohibitions
Do Not Disturb
Please note that everything in a provincial park is protected; from the smallest rock to the largest tree. For that reason, introducing and/or removing any natural items is prohibited.
No Cutting Trees
No Hunting
No Off-road Vehicles
Off-road vehicles include any motorized vehicles that are not legally permitted for use on provincial highways.
No Snowmobiles
Services
Accessibility Information
All comfort stations within provincial camping parks offer wheelchair accessible washrooms and showers. Wheelchair accessible picnic tables may also be available in the park.
Activity Centre
Lockston Path Provincial Park has a lovely activity center that is used for special events hosted by parks staff. This facility is also available for rent.
Boat Launch
If you’re ready to take to the water, Lockston Path Provincial Park features both a boat launch and boat dock.
Boat Dock
As well as a boat launch, Lockston Path Provincial Park has a 20 metre long boat dock on Freshwater Pond.
Campfire
Each campsite comes with a fireplace and we ask that you maintain your campfire responsibly by keeping the following in mind. Fires are only permitted in the provided fireplaces or in an area designated by a Park Ranger as being suitable. Visitor owned fireplaces are permitted but must be approved by park staff before using. Campfires must not be left unattended. Ashes or coals must be watered down prior to being disposed of and can only be disposed of in designated areas. Fires are prohibited if an open fire ban is implemented. Provincial park staff may restrict any campfire that creates or may create a hazard to the public.
Camping
Lockston Path Provincial Park offers 57 campsites in a lovely forested area. Of these, 20 campsites in Loop 37-57 have 15 and 30 amp electrical service available and five other campsites offer 50 amp service. Each campsite features a picnic table, fireplace and space for your vehicle, most accommodating larger RVs. Outhouses are located throughout the park and each campsite has its own water tap. A wheelchair accessible comfort station, including flush toilets, showers, laundry facilities and a trailer dumping station are located in the park as well.
Camping – Group
Lockston Path Provincial Park offers group camping for not-for-profit organizations at no charge. These group use areas must be booked by contacting the park directly and submitting a Group Camping Application and may also be available for off season use, depending on availability.
Cell Service
Cell Service within the park is fair.
Change Table
The comfort station washrooms feature change tables.
Checkpoint
Park staff are on duty at the park checkpoint from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm daily.
Electrical Hook-up
Electrical hook-ups are available at 20 of the 57 campsites. These are within Loop 37-57 and feature 15, 30 and 50 amp service.
Emergency Preparedness
Every provincial camping park has an emergency preparedness plan and map. Please familiarize yourself with the map, automated external defibrillator, first aid and muster locations.
Firewood
Firewood is available for cash purchase from the park checkpoint. Please note: it is prohibited to transport firewood from outside the province into any provincial park. Also, do not gather your own firewood; dead trees provide a home and/or food source for plants and animals.
Laundry
Lockston Path Provincial Park has a coin-operated laundromat. Bring change!
Outhouse
Outhouse facilities are located throughout the park.
Parking
There is a large parking lot located next to the comfort station and also in the day use area.
Picnic Area
The day-use area features great views, access to two hiking trails, picnic tables and lovely swimming. It’s a perfect place to stop, catch your breath and fuel up before continuing your adventures in this lovely park.
Picnic Shelter
A picnic shelter can be found in the day use area next to the beach.
Playground
Lockston Path Provincial Park features a lovely playground in the day use area for the young and the young at heart to enjoy.
Showers
Showers are located within the comfort station.
Trailer Dumping
The trailer dumping station is located next to the comfort station.
Trailer Storage
If you plan to return (and most do!), Lockston Path Provincial Park offers both summer and winter storage for camping equipment. Prices are available from the park checkpoint.
Washrooms
Washrooms are located within the comfort station.
Water Rescue Equipment
Water rescue equipment is located in the swimming area.
Water Taps
Each campsite at Lockston Path Provincial Park has its own water taps. Visitors will notice boil order signage on all water sources. These shouldn’t cause concern, but are to be followed. Given that Provincial Parks do not have water chlorination systems, these orders are precautionary for public safety.
WiFi
For your internet needs, a wifi hotspot is located at the activity centre.
Natural History
Lockston Path Provincial Park lies within the Northeastern Barrens subregion of the Maritime Barrens ecoregion. As such, the forest consists of almost pure stands of balsam fir. These stands are usually stunted, although good forest growth can be found in protected valleys. Forests are broken by extensive open heathland that was usually, historically caused by fire. Heaths are dominated by sheep laurel on protected slopes and crowberry in more windswept areas. Soil here is generally a shallow rolling ground moraine; sediment deposited by glaciers ten thousand years ago.
Many species of animals found throughout the province are common here such as moose, beaver, black bear and mink.
For additional information on the natural history of this park in the Maritime Barrens ecoregion, please refer to the Maritime Barrens – Northeastern Barrens subregion.
Contact
+1 (709) 464-3553
