Walk in Victoria Park – Truro

Hiking trails & Routes

Colchester, Subd. C

Walk in Victoria Park – Truro

Moderate

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hikers

Walk in Victoria Park – Truro

02:56

11.0km

120m

Hiking

Victoria Park is a 3,000-hectare protected treasure nestled in the heart of Truro and accessible in just minutes from the train station. Among the park's natural wonders is a magnificent hemlock forest, a conifer easily recognizable by its distinctive silhouette and tiny pine cones.

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Last updated: March 25, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.56 km

Victoria Park Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

The reservoir in Victoria Park sits in the upper woodland and once served as part of Truro’s early water supply system. Today it’s a peaceful forest pond surrounded by tall …

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9.23 km

Waddell Falls and Joe Howe Falls

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These two waterfalls are close to each other and are among the must-see attractions of Victoria Park. It's best to visit after a period of rain to fully appreciate their …

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9.35 km

Jacob's Ladder

Highlight • Structure

Jacob's Ladder is a staircase with 175 steps, quite steep, hence its name. It allows you to wander through the spectacular gorge and appreciate it from different heights.

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End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.99 km

4.89 km

948 m

159 m

Surfaces

8.31 km

1.10 km

578 m

468 m

444 m

Elevation

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Weather

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Tuesday 6 October

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Comments

February 23, 2026

Victoria Park is a 3,000-hectare protected treasure nestled in the heart of Truro and accessible in just minutes from the train station. Among the park's natural wonders is a magnificent hemlock forest, a conifer easily recognizable by its distinctive silhouette and tiny pine cones.
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