Inside Out nature Centre

About Us

YOUR ONE STOP SHOP FOR ADVENTURE & WELLNESS

RENTALS FOR KAYAKS, CANOES, PEDAL BOATS, PADDLE BOARDS, HYDRO-BIKES & BIKES STARTING AT $15.00 PLUS HST
GUIDED STONEHAMMER UNESCO GLOBAL GEOPARK HIKES, ROCK CLIMBING
GUIDED BIKE TOURS
GEOCACHING
KAYAK, PADDLE BOARD CLINICS
PADDLE BOARD THERAPY
INDOOR CLIMBING WALL
SUMO WESTLING
BUBBLE SOCCER
ZORBING
SCHOOL FIELD TRIPS
THEMED MEALS, PICNICS, BOX LUNCHES BY LILY'S
CORPORATE TEAM BUILDING
THEMED BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Welcome Locals & Visitors

Enjoy outdoor fun in Rockwood Park located only 10 minutes from Uptown Saint John! Canoe & Kayak rentals on Lily Lake, Guided Hikes, Geocache & Earthcache, Rock-climbing & More!

YOUTH & FAMILY PROGRAMS

We are proud partners with Lily Lake Pavilion, Leisure Services, Pals In The Park, Awesome Adventures In The Park, Cherry Brook Zoo and Rockwood Park Stables. All these support strong minds and bodies with outside adventure learning for our youth, Inside and Out.

Cruise Ship Visitors & Ships Crew

Welcome to Saint John!

Located 10 minutes from Uptown Saint John you will enjoy your day in the Port of Saint John at Rockwood Park & Inside Out Nature Centre! With 55 walking/hiking trails, kayak, canoe, paddle board, pedal boat, bikes & hydro bike rentals, guided hikes & bike tours and rock climbing there is something for everyone to enjoy the great outdoors. Enjoy a lakeside lunch at Lily's restaurant and a spa treatment at Pangea Wellness Spa

Friends & Family

Pack a picnic and enjoy your day with friends & family at Rockwood Park & Inside Out Nature Centre. Whether you'r celebrating a girls day out, a corporate retreat or a family occasion we can plan your adventure every step of the way.

Kayak Clinics

Learn to paddle in a safe, fun environment on Lily Lake with friendly, professional local Paddle Canada Certified Kayak Instructors. Clinics can be customized for all ages and group sizes. schools, community clubs, corporate team building or with friends & family!

All equipment is provided.

FAMILY FUN & Adventure

Themed Celebration Packages

THEMED PARTIES AVAILABLE STARTING @ $199.00 PLUS TAX INCLUDES: BOAT HOUSE FACILITY, INDOOR CLIMBING WALL, HOST, FUN ACTIVITIES, SNACK & BEVERAGE (max 15 participants/$15.00 each additional guest).

Teddy Bears Picnic - (5 – 10 yrs) Hiking or Snowshoe with a picnic snack “including hot chocolate & a sweet treat " in the forest

Survivors - (5 – 14 yrs) Hiking or Geocaching with a snack “including ants on a log” in the forest

Cookies & Canvas - Cookies & Painting create your masterpiece while enjoying sweet surprises “Glamour Girls” - mini mani/pedi at the spa and dress up for a glam photo shoot

Winter Wellness - Snow shoes & skating are just a few winter activities to enjoy..add some Yoga stretches before you venture out for some winter wellness and return for a hot chocolate & S'more!

“Fire & Ice” - Stonehammer Rock Climbing & Glacier treats

Art in the Park - be inspired with a guided hike in the park and return to the boat house for some creative fun.

Choose Your Own Theme

Add on Activities: Celebration Cake, Pizza or subs, loot bags, face painting, horse drawn trolley/sleigh rides or create your own! Contact for additional pricing

GIFT CERTIFICATES

GIFT CERTIFICATES ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR GIFT GIVING THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!

BUY ONE AND RECEIVE AN ADDITIONAL $10.00 BONUS FOR PURCHASE OF $50.00 OR MORE!

HYDROBIKES ARE BACK FOR the season

SPIN CLASS ON THE LAKE!

Advanced Technology, Highly Efficient, Human Powered Watercraft

Hydrobikes have been synonymous with fun & fitness on the water in 74 countries now since the founder invented the pedal powered water bike over 25 years ago. Non polluting, easy to ride, lightweight, safe and stable with 400 lbs flotation, Hydrobikes are enjoyed by everyone from 8-80. They are the choice of many Parks, Resorts, YMCA, Rental Outlets and more along with thousands worldwide. Proven reliability, low maintenance, and trouble free operation makes Hydrobike Explorer a superior value for your family's enjoyment.

Rental price $17.25/half hour (tax incl)

HYDRO BIKES ARE BACK FOR 2018!

Climb a 554 million year old lava flow or enjoy a Geocache Adventure!

Our all season Nature centre focuses on all ages, abilities & family friendly outdoor adventures in one of Saint Johns’ beautiful urban parks, Rockwood Park. Located only moments from the city centre, discover the great outdoors while paddling, walking, hiking, geocaching, snow shoeing, rock climbing or simply take time for wellness and relaxation. We offer water sport rentals, customized activities including summer youth camps, naturalist guide services, special occasion & birthday celebrations, Wellness & Relaxation workshops, corporate, and school programming & events for all group sizes.

An adventure for everyone!