Wolastoq Park — Attraction in Saint John

The view is nice, however there's not much of anything that would merit the use of such a large grassy area. The only walkways are the ones leading to the carvings (which are mostly all in rough shape at this point), there isn't much for seating areas, there is no playground and not even enough trees or bushes to make it worthwhile from a nature preservation perspective. Also, the way the statues are situated throughout, would even make it hard to use the open grass space for any active type of recreational activity.... To be honest, it almost feels like it was built this way intentionally. In my opinion, if it's going to remain a "park area" then it would definitely benefit from adding some more functionality as well as areas...

It's a beautiful park. Amazing views of river and Saint John city. The wooden engraved statues present important figures of history as you walk through the gravel path. Nice place to have evening or morning walks. Lots of benches are kept and good for picnic. Wolastoq means “the beautiful river” in the language of the Maliseet people who once lived on our shores. Built in 2004 by J.D. Irving, Limited, the park overlooks the reversing falls rapids and features a collection of wooden statues of historical Saint John figures. The park is currently maintained by J.D....

This park, situated near the Reversing Falls, offers a stunning view of the falls. It boasts well-maintained gravel pathways that are perfect for leisurely strolls. You'll also find a few statues honoring prominent leaders and plenty of benches scattered around, providing convenient spots to unwind and have a pleasant chat with friends. Overall, it's a great destination for spending quality time with your family or friends, whether it's in the...