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Parks
Bicentennial Park
Town Hall, 333 Acadie Ave., Dieppe
Dieppe's Bicentennial Park is the place to be every
Wednesday evening throughout the summer months to enjoy
live entertainment featuring local musicians. The park
also features a playground, horseshoe pit and Gravity
Eternity, a public monument.
Centennial Park
Located off of St. George Blvd.
Situated in the centre of the city, Centennial Park
boasts 300 acres of scenic parkland, offering fun and
recreation all summer long. Hiking, lawn bowling, horseshoe
pitching and tennis are popular activities, while the
large playground, complete with wading pool, is a favourite
with children. Camp Centennial offers educational and
entertaining day camps for youngsters. Families can
also swim and sunbathe at Centennial Beach, complete
with fine sand, change houses, canteen and lifeguards.
Free parking, washrooms, picnic areas, and a seasonal
canteen. For more information, call (506) 853-3516
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Linear Park
Running through Dieppe's residential neighbourhoods, the
linear park serves as a link between the commercial, educational
and recreational facilities of the town. A section of the
park designed exclusively for walking and cycling will become
part of the Trans-Canada cycling and hiking trail.
Mapleton Park
Located off of Gorge Rd. in Moncton
Visitors to Mapleton Park, the area's newest park, can enjoy
three distinct natural experiences. Offering something for
nature lovers of all ages, this interpretative park is situated
in the north-west corner of Moncton.
Rotary St-Anselme Park
Located off Melanson Rd. in Dieppe
Dieppe's St-Anselme Park provides fun experiences the whole
family can enjoy. The diversified flora, fauna and woodlands
create a unique setting for many activities, whether it's
a relaxing stroll or an invigorating bike ride on one of the
many trails designed for cycling and walking. For more information,
call (506) 877-7946.
Riverfront Park
Situated along the Riverview side of the Petitcodiac River,
Riverfront Park is an integral part of Sentier NB Trail and
the Trans Canada Trail and links Riverview to both Moncton
and Dieppe. Visitors will enjoy the park's playground, picnic
area as well as the many opportunities to view the Tidal Bore.
If you're in town on Wednesday night, be sure to catch the
show at the Gazebo.
Irishtown Nature Park
Canoeing, nature hikes, bird watching, and the opportunity
for your family to observe nature and feel its intricate balance
are at the heart of this 1800-acre park. Located on the Irishtown
Road (route 115) just north of the Trans-Canada Highway, the
park features a large forest area with plenty of wildlife,
wetland and a lake. For program information call: (506)853-3516
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