Parks New Brunswick / Parcs Nouveau-Brunswick directory

Parks New Brunswick (Parks NB / Parcs NB) is the provincial agency responsible for managing New Brunswick's network of provincial parks and a number of significant natural and cultural attractions. Its mandate is to protect the province's natural and cultural heritage while providing high-quality outdoor recreation, tourism, education, and conservation opportunities.

The agency manages a diverse portfolio of destinations, ranging from coastal beaches and Acadian forests to Appalachian mountain landscapes, rivers, waterfalls, campgrounds, and historic sites. Parks New Brunswick welcomes millions of visitors each year and provides year-round recreation including hiking, mountain biking, camping, paddling, swimming, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and wildlife viewing.

Mission

Parks New Brunswick's mission is to provide inclusive, protected natural and cultural destinations that inspire wellness, enjoyment, and education while conserving New Brunswick's natural and cultural heritage for future generations.

Parks and Properties

Parks New Brunswick manages numerous provincial parks and attractions across the province, including:

Mount Carleton Provincial Park
Fundy Trail Provincial Park
Mactaquac Provincial Park
Parlee Beach Provincial Park
Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park
Sugarloaf Provincial Park
New River Beach Provincial Park
Mount Douglas Provincial Park
Herring Cove Provincial Park
Murray Beach Provincial Park

These destinations collectively offer hundreds of kilometres of recreational trails, campgrounds, beaches, picnic areas, visitor facilities, and nature interpretation programs.

Trail Stewardship

Parks New Brunswick is responsible for planning, developing, and maintaining trail infrastructure within provincial parks. The agency works closely with municipalities, trail associations, volunteer groups, mountain bike clubs, and tourism organizations to develop sustainable trail systems that balance recreation with environmental conservation.

Trails are designed and managed for a variety of recreational activities while protecting sensitive ecosystems, wildlife habitat, and natural landscapes.

Mountain Biking

Many of New Brunswick's premier mountain bike trail systems are located within Parks New Brunswick properties or are developed in partnership with the agency. These trail networks range from beginner-friendly recreational riding to advanced technical singletrack and are often maintained in collaboration with local mountain bike associations and volunteers.

Parks New Brunswick supports sustainable trail development and encourages responsible trail use through education, stewardship, and partnerships with the mountain biking community.

Environmental Stewardship

Environmental protection is central to Parks New Brunswick's mandate. The agency manages forests, rivers, wetlands, coastlines, and wildlife habitats while promoting sustainable recreation practices. Conservation initiatives include habitat protection, ecological restoration, accessibility improvements, environmental education, Dark Sky preservation, and climate resilience projects.

Volunteer Opportunities

Parks New Brunswick works with volunteers, trail organizations, stewardship groups, and community partners on trail maintenance, habitat restoration, environmental education, and special events. Volunteer participation helps enhance recreational opportunities while supporting the long-term sustainability of New Brunswick's provincial parks.