Pippy Park

Pippy Park is a large protected natural area on St. John's northern boundary with walking trails, golf courses, and camping areas near the shoreline. The grounds include several academic facilities and cultural institutions spread throughout the site.

The park was developed to secure green space and nature protection within the city, integrating several important institutions like the university and government buildings. This blend of conservation and urban infrastructure continues to define the grounds today.

The park hosts the Arts and Culture Centre and Botanical Garden, where visitors encounter contemporary art shows and rare plant collections from the region. These facilities draw people interested in local creative work and regional plant life.

Trail access is available year-round, though camping facilities operate mainly during warmer months. Visitors should bring weather-appropriate clothing and prepare for changeable coastal conditions.

The grounds contain a Fluvarium, a visitor facility with glass windows along a stream, allowing observation of fish and aquatic life forms. This installation offers an unusual chance to study freshwater wildlife up close.