Sugarloaf Mountain

Sugarloaf Mountain is a 281-meter peak within Sugarloaf Provincial Park near Campbellton that rises above the surrounding landscape and overlooks the Restigouche River valley. The summit sits within the northern Appalachian chain and offers expansive views across forests and waterways below.

The mountain formed during the Late Devonian period as a volcanic feature shaped by crustal thinning in the northern Appalachians millions of years ago. This geological origin explains the rock formations and landscape you see when standing at the summit today.

Local Mi'kmaq legends tell that the mountain formed when Glooscap turned the leader of giant beavers to stone at this spot. This story remains part of the area's heritage and visitors often hear it from guides or signs along the trails.

A perimeter road allows for walking and jogging in summer, while colder months offer cross-country skiing and snowshoeing on marked trails. The paths are accessible, but visitors should prepare for changing conditions, especially during wetter seasons.

Two memorial crosses on the north slope mark where two women died during a winter hiking accident in 1924. This quiet memorial reminds visitors of the mountain's hazards during snowy conditions and the importance of careful preparation.

Location: New Brunswick

Elevation above the sea: 281 m

GPS coordinates: 47.98988,-66.68547

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:00