TRAVEL LIKE A LOCAL | Top 10,000 Places to Visit in Canada
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Riverfront Trail is a beautiful walking trail along the Petitcodiac River, spanning over 5.2 kilometres. Tidal bores and several birds can be spotted on the trail. The trail is family-friendly, with seating space for picnics and a floral garden.
Photo: https://www.townofriverview.ca/parks-and-recreation/parks-and-trails/riverfront-trail
Spanning 330 acres, Mill Creek Nature Park is a beautiful place to stop by when visiting Riverview. With picturesque views of nature and playing grounds for various sports, visitors get to experience the outdoors. There are many trails in the park, including skiing, walking, and snowshoeing trails, that remain open throughout the winter months.
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Another beautiful trail to visit in Riverview is the Dobson Trail. This trail is strictly for hiking and extends over 58 kilometres. Visitors should prepare with appropriate gear and footwear, as the trail has several different terrains and surfaces, including mud and sand. On this trail, visitors will have the chance to see a beaver dam, lakes, as well as multiple lookouts like Prosser Brook Ridge. Many visitors enjoy camping along this trail for a truly outdoor experience.
Photo: @Lindslove, Wikimedia Commons,
Rebecca Schofield, a former resident of Riverview who passed away in 2018, was extremely fond of playgrounds and spending time there. In her memory, the Rebecca Schofield All World Super Play Park was constructed entirely using recycled plastic. To make it more accessible, the park is equipped with ramps, wheelchair-friendly services, braille signs, and more.
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For a “blast-from-the-past” experience, visitors would not want to miss Steve’s Diner. Located in Riverview, it is a family-owned diner that aims to recreate the atmosphere of the 1950s. Serving authentic American cuisine, the restaurant has friendly service staff as well.
Photo: Coastal Elite, Wikimedia Commons,
Julie Glaspy, an artist, created the Third Wave Sculpture in conjunction with Sculpture Saint John. This sculpture is part of a sculpture trail of various sculptures created by artists worldwide that extend to Maine, USA.
Photo: https://www.townofriverview.ca/riverviews-6-most-instagrammable-spots
No More Fallen Feathers is a street mural created by Mique Micelle, a French-Canadian artist. Originally from Nippissing, Mique is an active member of the artistic community. The mural represents many local birds and is located within Riverview.
Photo: LP Chiasson Photography, https://www.townofriverview.ca/community/arts-and-culture/public-art
