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J.T. Cheeseman Provincial Park

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On Newfoundland's west coast, J.T. Cheeseman Provincial Park provides coastal trails, picnic areas and shoreline access near Corner Brook; visitors come for camping, birdwatching and short hikes along the Bay of Islands.

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J.T. Cheeseman Provincial Park essentials

Address: J.T. Cheeseman Provincial Park, Conception Bay, Newfoundland and Labrador
Hours: Daily dawn-dusk
Admission: Free
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Things to Do

Nearby Attractions to J.T. Cheeseman Provincial Park

Cape Ray
Cape Ray
Headland marking Gulf of St. Lawrence entrance
Cape 4.2 km
When to Go

Best Time to Visit J.T. Cheeseman Provincial Park

Best visited late spring through early fall for accessible trails and milder weather; expect wind and quickly shifting coastal conditions.

Summer
June-August · 10-20°C (50-68°F)
Warmest and driest months; best for hiking, shore exploration, and picnics.
Shoulder seasons
May & September · 5-15°C (41-59°F)
Fewer visitors, dramatic light and migrating birds; cooler but pleasant for a day visit.

Weather & Climate near J.T. Cheeseman Provincial Park

Climate

J.T. Cheeseman Provincial Park's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -10°C to 20°C. Abundant rainfall (1524 mm/year), wettest in December.

Air Quality: AQI 15 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
20°
Warmest Month
-10°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - -9° - -2° -14° 150 mm - - 8.3 m/s - -
February - -10° - -3° -15° 116 mm - - 7.6 m/s - -
March - -7° - 0° -10° 106 mm - - 6.9 m/s - -
April - -1° - 4° -4° 123 mm - - 6.2 m/s - -
May - 3° - 10° 3° 107 mm - - 5.5 m/s - -
June - 8° - 15° 11° 112 mm - - 5.0 m/s - -
July - 12° - 19° 15° 104 mm - - 4.7 m/s - -
August - 13° - 20° 16° 113 mm - - 4.7 m/s - -
September - 9° - 16° 12° 120 mm - - 5.4 m/s - -
October - 4° - 11° 4° 142 mm - - 6.3 m/s - -
November - 0° - 5° -3° 156 mm - - 7.1 m/s - -
December - -5° - 1° -10° 175 mm - - 8.1 m/s - -
Getting There & Around

How to Get to J.T. Cheeseman Provincial Park

The park is accessed by local roads off the Conception Bay area. Visitors driving from St. John’s (approximately 45-90 minutes depending on exact location and route) should follow the Trans-Canada Highway (Route 1) west and then local coastal roads; signage can be minimal, so GPS or local directions from nearby towns are recommended. There is no formal transit service to the park.

Tips for Visiting J.T. Cheeseman Provincial Park

  • Pack insect repellent-marshy sections can be buggy at dawn and dusk.
  • Bring a picnic; the park's shoreline is pleasant for a quiet lunch away from the more frequented Newfoundland coasts.
  • Check tide tables if planning shoreline exploration-some sections are slippery with algae and exposed rock.