22. Sounding Hills Path - Closed Until Further Notice

Path Advisory:

The path has been closed at the trailhead in Ferryland due to a conflict with the landowner in that area. However, it is still possible to hike the path from the Aquaforte trailhead as far as Herring Cove and return to Aquaforte rather than proceed to Ferryland.

5.4km, 2-3 hour hike (one way), rated easy to moderate.

Access Points: Ferryland - Follow Route 10 to Ferryland. Turn onto The Pool Road, into the Colony of Avalon museum facility parking lot. Park at the rear of the lot. From the rear of the parking lot (to the south east), walk along Freshwater Road for approximately 1km, over Quarry River bridge. The trailhead is on the left just past the end of the paved road, at Freshwater Cove. Aquaforte (Spout River): From Route 10, park in large turnaround immediately east of Spout River bridge. The trailhead is near and visible to the south of the parking turnaround.

About this path: Includes a moderate climb with views of Ferryland, Crow Island and Ferryland Lighthouse, with a rambling hike through the woods and a stretch along the rocky Spout River. In Ferryland, experience the active Colony of the Avalon archaeological site and interpretation centre, an old stone church, museum, tea room and dinner theatre. Path also features cobble beach, hilltop heath, wooded and riverside hike. Facilities and services in Ferryland. Limited facilities and services in Aquaforte.