Nice hiking trail. You can jump on rocks in the water and there are a bunch of hidden trails you can explore. Very refreshing. There are picnic tables located halfway through the main trail so you can stop and have a bite of food if you've brought any. There is a main building with washrooms and souvenir shop and other features.

We have visited the Manuels River Experience building several times, lots of fun and learning to be had! Recently we took our kids to check out the popular swimming spot on the Manuel's River. (You can go basically anywhere on the river). We walked about 15 minutes-up to the bridge, thinking we might find a good spot to suit our 3 & 11 year olds. Eventhough we had a few good little places to play along the waters edge, which had very little movement. It was still lots of worry with a small child who loves the water. Make sure you have something on your feet. Water shoes highly recommend. My kids loved it, but I'm not in a hurry to take my 3 year old back.. if so maybe we will try a different place. If you are up for an adventure this may be the thing. Beautiful trail along the river , great for biking, hiking or walking.. with lots of places and tables along the way to stop for a picnic:)

We were there on a field trip with Grade 1 students. The staff were fabulous and the facility is beautiful with very informative and interesting displays. The students learned a great deal about plants inside and also outside on the trails led by Justin.

Beautiful spot! Water. Was just right! Nice trails.

This facility is the heart of CBS, built in the most scenic area of the town, maneuls river. The center is surrounded by beautiful wildwrness, an amazing walking trail that I have walked for 30 years! The new addition of wheelchair accessible trails makes this a wonderful place for anyone to visit. The center itself is very nice, perfect wedding or event venue, classy and clean. We often go for lunch or coffee at the cafe and the staff are very friendly and quick!

They have been working very hard to upgrade and maintain the trails. We love going for walks here during the warmer months, and snow shoeing here in the winter. Great views along parts of the trail of the river. Kids like to swim in the river in the Summer, on both sides.

This place is hella underrated. Less than 20 minutes to drive here from the capital city. It's only a 15 minute hike to see the waterfall and you can go swimming ! Manuels river > sunshine park any day.

Beautiful place. Great spot for a fire by the ocean. Very clean, cozy park. Great for kids with play area. Small but good size parking lot. Lots of space on the beach strip. Certainly breathtaking when you're by the ocean listening to the waves. Must see place if you're in St. John's; maybe a 25 min drive from downtown. You will find it an easy drive to get there.

Beautiful beach close St John's to catch a beautiful sunset! Definitely recommend.. Water so clear and calmer than other beaches I have been to. If you want to have fire, bring your wood to burn.. If you do not want to sit on the rocky beach, there is a decent picnic area with benches and tables.. Restroom and kids playground is close by.. Long stretch of NL beach you can enjoy and walk along... Even walk in the shallow water the length of the beach ⛱️

This is a great place to stand or sit around things that are on fire and interact both verbally and socially with your friends and/or family. If interacting in that manner does not interest you, you could turn your back on your family and friends (literally) and view the ocean and, sometimes, the day-star as it sets in the distance.

This park is the starting point of the East coast trail. Beautifully located in front of the ocean view. Looks like a busy location during the season. Parking, washrooms, Seating and BBQ facilities available. Beach access and view of the mountain is amazing.

Great place! The lake & the ocean close by. Not too crowded. You can make a campfire...

Beautiful beach with a beautiful view You can have your fire or a bbq It is a rocky beach no sand on sight Lots of beach to explore and a nice place to go swimming in the summer Once on one side pond on the other and a forest trail on top! This place as it all It even has washrooms!! So it can truly be your home a way from home. Packing can be limited.

Being from the Caribbean, where the beaches are sandy and the water a bit more inviting, this was a slightly different experience for us. However, it was a relaxing and enjoyable one. The area was very scenic and family friendly. The water was a bit colder than we are accustomed to, so we did not venture in. Seems like a nice place to go to with family just to chill and enjoy some quiet time. Atleast on a Monday. Not sure how it would be on a weekend.

Awesome rugged trail, just like the Bruce trail in Ontario --- with an oven view!

Fantastic views at this seaside park! Great place to gather a large (or small) family group to enjoy an evening by the ocean ... the air is so fresh. 👌