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Spednic Lake Provincial Park
Directions: Spednic Lake Provincial Park is located on the lower Southeast end of Spednic Lake in New Brunswick. It is an approximately 15 minute drive from the Village of McAdam to the campground. Searching the campground on Google Maps will take you directly to the campground, however we do not recommend driving the gravel Route 630 road South from the Village of Canterbury, as this road is not well maintained, especially during the Spring. Visitors from areas West of Fredericton and North of Woodstock are better served by coming from Route 635 through Thomaston Corner, and eventually through McAdam. Normally, the gravel road leading off Route 630 to the campground is graded by Victoria day weekend (seasonally dependent).
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Visitors from the United States can cross the border in Vanceboro (currently open 9am-9pm AST), and are then a short drive from the campground off of Route 630.
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Local Activities
1. Backcountry Camping: If you're in search of a relaxing place to pitch your tent or park your trailer, book one of our rustic, unserviced campsites down at Spednic Lake.​
2. Hiking the Boulderwalk Trail: Take a hike down the beautiful two-path trail in Spednic Lake Provincial Park where you can observe wildlife and enjoy nature.​
3. Swimming
4. Fishing (Visit our "Fishing" page for more information)
5. Paddling/Boating: (Visit our "Paddling & Access Points" page for more information)
Scott Brook Provincial Park
*Note: Do not use google maps to get to this campground as it wants to lead you through the US, instead; ​
Directions (Coming from St. Stephen): Go down Route 3 North until you see signs for Loon Bay, take the left at the fork in the road which leads you to Oak Hill. Once the paved road ends, the park is located about 14km away and is past the community of Canoose. It is also approximately 3.5km past Gravel Island Provincial Park and is in Beaconsfield, NB.​
Directions (Coming from Fredericton): Go down Route 3 South towards St. Stephen and take a right onto Route 730 (Scotch Ridge road). When you reach the 4-way crossing take a right onto Route 745 in Oak Hill. Head North on Route 745 until you reach the campground. It is located past the community of Canoose. This park is also approximately 3.5km past Gravel Island Provincial Park and is in Beaconsfield, NB.
Local Activities
1. Backcountry Camping: If you are looking for a relaxing area to camp on the St. Croix, enjoy our rustic, unserviced campsites at Scott Brook.
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2. Swimming: If you're interested in going for a refreshing dip in the St. Croix, it is important to note the following:​
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Safest areas to wade in are right by the entry points at the campsite.
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There are strong currents, as it is a river and can be unpredictable in strength, meaning it is important to stay close to shore since there are no lifeguards.
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Children should not enter the river unattended.
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3. Fishing (​Visit our "Fishing" page for more information)
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4. Paddling: The following are some trips you can take if looking to stay at Scott Brook:
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1-2 day trip from St. Croix canoe launch to Scott Brook.
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2-3 day trip from St. Croix canoe launch to Loon Bay (staying the first/second night at Scott Brook depending on paddling intensity & water levels).
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3-4 day trip from St. Croix canoe launch to Grand Falls (staying at Scott Brook the first/second night then continuing on)
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You can also start your canoeing adventure from Scott Brook and continue down river to Loon Bay or Grand Falls depending on how long you want the trip to be.
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When paddling downriver ensure you have a PFD onboard as waters can be unpredictable.​
(Visit our "Paddling & Access Points" page for more information)
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5. Tubing: If you are feeling more adventurous, you can contact a local outfitter and rent tubes to float down the St. Croix in, but we do not personally offer this service.
Gravel Island Provincial Park
*Note: Do not use google maps to get to this campground as it wants to lead you through the US, instead;
​Directions (Coming from St. Stephen): Go down Route 3 North until you see signs for Loon Bay, take the left at the fork in the road which leads you to Oak Hill. Once the paved road ends, the park is located about 11km away and is past the community of Canoose. It is also approximately 3.5km before Scott Brook Provincial Park and is in Beaconsfield, NB.​
Directions (Coming from Fredericton): Go down Route 3 South towards St. Stephen and take a right onto Route 730 (Scotch Ridge road). When you reach the 4-way crossing take a right onto Route 745 in Oak Hill. Head North on Route 745 until you reach the campground. It is located past the community of Canoose. This park is also approximately 3.5km before Scott Brook Provincial Park and is in Beaconsfield, NB.​
Local Activities
1. Backcountry Camping: If you are looking for a relaxing area to camp on the St. Croix, enjoy our rustic, unserviced campsites in Gravel Island.
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2. Swimming: If you're interested in going for a refreshing dip in the St. Croix, it is important to note the following:​
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Safest areas to wade in are right by the entry points at the campsite.
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There are strong currents, as it is a river and can be unpredictable in strength, meaning it is important to stay close to shore since there are no lifeguards.
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Children should not enter the river unattended.
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3. Fishing​ (Visit our "Fishing" page for more information)
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4. Paddling: The following are some trips you can take if looking to stay at Gravel Island:
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1-2 day trip form St. Croix canoe launch to Gravel Island
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2-3 day trip from St. Croix canoe launch to Loon Bay (staying the first/second night at Gravel Island depending on paddling intensity & water levels).
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3-4 day trip from St. Croix canoe launch to Grand Falls (staying the first/second night at Gravel Island then continuing on).
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You can also start your canoeing adventure from Gravel Island and continue down river to Loon Bay or Grand Falls depending on how long you want the trip to be.​
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When paddling downriver ensure you have a PFD onboard as waters can be unpredictable.​
(Visit our "Paddling & Access Points" page for more information)
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5. Tubing: If you are feeling more adventurous, you can contact a local outfitter and rent tubes to float down the St. Croix in, but we do not personally offer this service.