Keep an eye open for signs of the beaver returning. You can hike for kilometres with a back pack and rugged hiking boots or you can just take a relaxing stroll along woodland and shoreline trails in comfortable sturdy walking shoes and even bare feet. The choice is yours. The park's longest nature trail hugs the south bank of the Kouchibouguac River. Bring a nutritious lunch and a pair of binoculars.
Waterfowl are abundant on the river especially in the spring and autumn.
Due to unpredictable beaver activities, sections of this trail have had to be closed over the last few years. Ask a Park attendant at the Visitor Centre about trail conditions. At one time along this trail, there existed an important ship building site. The evidence of this site is long gone, however attend an interpretation program and you may be introduced to the ship-building industry of this whole area. This trail is located in a more secluded section of the Park 3.5 kilometres north from the Visitor Centre on Highway 117.