Oct 1, 2025
October 1 – 2, 2025: There will be filming happening at Blackhead, between the Deadman’s Bay and Cape Spear paths. The trail will not be closed, but there will be very limited parking at the Blackhead trailhead. Hikers may also be asked to pause their walk...
Aug 14, 2025
Postpone Long-Distance Hikes Critical factors making hiking extremely dangerous: Very poor air quality in many areas along the Trail Unreliable water sources due to very dry conditions Heat warnings and high temperatures in many areas Emergency resources...
Aug 12, 2025
Dear East Coast Trail Community & Beyond, This advisory reflects the serious current situation on the Avalon Peninsula. Multiple out-of-control wildfires are burning across the region, with a regional state of emergency declared and a provincewide fire ban in...
Aug 6, 2025
Remember, open fires are not permitted on the East Coast Trail at any time. No exceptions. The East Coast Trail runs through fragile ecosystems, private lands, and coastal forest. One slip-up and we’re looking at charred trails, evacuated communities, and firefighters...
May 13, 2024
Outreach Assistant 8-Week Full-Time Contract | Two Positions Available The East Coast Trail Association (ECTA) is a registered charity and not-for-profit responsible for the East Coast Trail, a wilderness hiking trail with 336 kilometres of developed trail. Our...
Feb 14, 2024
Engagement Coordinator Full-time on-site in St. John’s, NL The East Coast Trail Association (ECTA) is a registered charity and not-for-profit responsible for the East Coast Trail, a wilderness hiking trail with 336 kilometres of developed trail. Our mission is to...
