Rockwood Park

08/24/2026

08/10/2026

08/10/2026

Rental schedule (subject to change) for the week of August 10 to August 16 at Inside Out

08/05/2026

🚫🌊 Temporary Swimming Closure at Fisher Lakes

The City of Saint John is advising residents that Fisher Lakes in Rockwood Park are temporarily closed for swimming due to elevated bacteria levels identified through recent Public Health testing.

Lifeguards are on site during regular hours, and signage has been posted to help keep visitors safe. This closure applies only to Fisher Lakes, all other City beaches and swimming areas remain open.

You’re still welcome to enjoy Rockwood Park for walking, hiking, picnicking, and relaxing by the water. Please avoid entering the lake until the advisory is lifted.

Testing is ongoing, and updates will be shared as soon as conditions are safe for swimming to resume.

https://saintjohn.ca/en/news-and-notices/temporary-swimming-closure-effect-fisher-lakes-0

07/27/2026

🌲 Now Available: All Terrain Wheelchair Bookings at Rockwood Park! ♿️
Residents and visitors can now reserve the City of Saint John’s two all terrain wheelchairs, making it easier for individuals with limited mobility to explore Rockwood Park’s rugged trails, gravel paths, and outdoor spaces. 💚

Available Models
• ePush Wheelchair: Electric assist model operated with the help of an attendant — great for hills, uneven terrain, and longer distances.
• eTrike: Ideal for users with upper body mobility, offering both manual and electric propulsion for a customizable, independent ride.

🗓️ Booking Details
Bookings are FREE and available until October. First time users must complete a brief orientation before using the equipment.

Reserve online: https://saintjohn.ca/en/parks-and-recreation/recreation/all-terrain-wheelchairs

07/21/2026

Tentative rental schedule for the upcoming week!

07/20/2026

Send a message to learn more

07/13/2026

Looks like another beautiful evening for a yoga class outside!

Tracey will guide YOGA at the LAKE tonight at 6 outside the Rockwood Park Interpretation Centre.

Bring your mat and maybe a blanket to enjoy this 60 minute drop in donation class outside class overlooking Lily Lake.

See you at the LAKE.

(Pic from last week’s class)

07/12/2026

UPDATE: Fisher Lake reopened for swimming 🏊 ✅

After additional testing, Public Health has notified the City of Saint John that swimming advisories that were in place for Fisher Lake have been lifted effective immediately!

Thank you for your cooperation and patience!

07/09/2026

As summer heats up, the City of Saint John and the Saint John Police Force encourage residents to enjoy our parks and beaches safely and respectfully.

🚗 Drivers are reminded to travel slowly and use caution on park roads and in parking lots. These shared spaces include young children, strollers, bicycles, individuals using mobility aids, and animals.

🏕️ Camping and overnight parking are only permitted in designated campgrounds.

🌅 All City beaches close at dusk.

🐾 Dogs must remain on leash at all times in parks and beaches.

🚭 New Brunswick’s Smoke Free Places Act prohibits smoking and va**ng on any beach, playground, sports area, and within 20 metres of those spaces.

🗑️ Visitors are asked to help keep parks and beaches clean by disposing of litter properly.

🍔 Dominion Park and Rockwood Park offer designated spaces where visitors may use charcoal barbecues safely.

📅 City parks are available to reserve for public and private events using the online reservation portal at www.saintjohn.ca.

📞 Where to Direct Concerns
To help ensure concerns are directed to the right service:
• Police matters — Criminal activity, dangerous driving, or any immediate public safety issue should be reported to the Saint John Police Force.
• City services — Park maintenance, smoking, dogs off leash, or other non emergency park and beach concerns should be directed to the City of Saint John through Customer Service at 506 658 4455.

Together, we can all enjoy a safe and fun summer in our parks and on the beaches.

Don’t forget to join us for Passport to Parks this Saturday at Dominion Park from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.