Trail Information

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Safety & Tips

Your safety is our priority! Before heading out on the trails, make sure you’re prepared with the right gear, check trail conditions, and follow basic safety guidelines. Whether you’re hiking, biking, or exploring with family, a little preparation ensures a smooth and enjoyable outdoor experience. Follow our tips to stay safe and make the most of your adventure on Sentiers Wakefield Trails!

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Trail Benefits

Looking to learn more about the Sentiers Wakefield Trails? Our Trail Benefits page includes information about the Sentiers Wakefield Trails’ initiatives, statistics, and benefits.

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Activities

There’s something for everyone at Sentiers Wakefield Trails! Whether you enjoy hiking, snowshoeing, or simply immersing yourself in nature, our trails offer year-round outdoor adventures. Explore scenic routes, spot local wildlife, and experience the changing seasons. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful walk or an invigorating trek, our trails provide the perfect escape into nature.

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Projects

​We are constantly working on projects to enhance, maintain, and expand our trail network. From improving accessibility and signage to conservation efforts, our projects aim to create a better experience for all visitors. With the help of dedicated volunteers, partners, and supporters, we ensure that Wakefield’s trails remain safe, sustainable, and enjoyable for generations to come.

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Map

A new version was printed in 2018. The Municipality of La Pêche provided $100,000 for the building and maintenance of our trail network over the last 10 years, and paid for the printing of this brochure in 2018.

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Trail Regulations

For the safety of all, please :

• Stay on marked trails.
• Avoid poison ivy.
• Dogs must be on a leash.
• Carry out dog poop and trash.
• No biking.

In case of emergency, call 911 or H.

Trail Amenities

Sentiers Wakefield Trails are surrounded by convenient amenities to enhance your visit. Nearby, you’ll find essential services like the police station, pharmacy, and post office, ensuring peace of mind while exploring. Scenic and cultural landmarks such as the Covered Bridge, Parc de la Rivière, Fairbairn House, MacLaren Cemetery, and Wakefield Mill offer rich history and beautiful surroundings. For outdoor enthusiasts, Ski Vorlage provides winter recreation, while the Summer Market and General Store offer local goods and refreshments to complete your trail experience.

Points of Interest

The Spring
Public source of free, fresh water. Tested regularly. Fill your water bottle there when you drive in or out of the village of Wakefield.

Mill Road / Cemetery Road
Lester B. Pearson’s grave is in this quiet, hill top cemetary along the trails.
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Turntable Park
This steel turntable once allowed engineers to reverse steam engines for the journey south to Ottawa. While the train no longer runs, the former tracks have been transformed into a public trail for walking, biking, and skiing.

Wakefield General Store
Is beside the water tower. The Wakefield Bakery is beside Turntable Park.
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The Water Tower
This is a water tower that would pull water from the river to be sprayed on the Steam Engine as it passed to cool it down before turning it.

Public Dock
For non motorized boats and swimming across from Expedition Shoppe on chemin Riverside.

Geggie Park
Stone stairs take you into the river for swimming, beside a few picnic tables. A nearly secret entrance across the road to the left of the massive geological rocks takes you to the bottom of the yellow trail.

Hendricks Park
Site of summer Monday Night Concerts is on the hill beside the trails at Fairbairn House.

Chemin Gendron Road
​Takes you to covered bridge, Fairbairn House, barn and old school house - that hosts an Escape Room.
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Peace Park
The war memorial is here beside the river where the main roads meet.
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Community Centre
From May to October home of Saturday Farmers Market. There is a Community Library and programming for folks of all ages, including classes and informal conversation cafes. It's also home of Wakefield Theatre.​

Board Walk
Along the river on chemin Riverside.
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