Government is looking for comments on the first stage of the Great Coastal Trail development

    Monday, 12 January 2026 06:00

    By Tonya Organ

    Following a route along the coast and Route 430, it would begin in Parson’s Pond and ending in Daniel’s Harbour.

    Government is reviewing plans for the first stage of the Great Coastal Trail development project. Trailhead Development Company Inc. wants to build  a 28-kilometre multi-use trail for walking and biking. Following a route along the coast and Route 430, it would begin in Parson’s Pond and ending in Daniel’s Harbour. Work includes tree cutting, pruning, vegetation clearing and the  construction of bridges, as well as  bike parking, information kiosks, and outdoor seating. The undertaking was registered January 4th, public comments are due by February 13th and the Environment minister’s decision will be done by February 23rd. 

     

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