Paget Parks & Nature Reserves 

For those of you looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the concrete jungles of the world, Paget Parish allows for a true escape. The opportunity to be immersed in the beauty of nature. Whether you want to go for a relaxing stroll, birdwatch, or just lose yourself in the beauty of it all; Paget offers many parks and nature reserves curated to every nature lover.  

Established in 1898, the Bermuda Botanical Gardens is 36 acres of park, woodland, greenhouses, agricultural buildings and historical collections. Known for its diverse collection of flora, the 36-acre marvel is a sight for sore eyes and floral lovers. In April the Botanical Gardens serves as the venue for the Annual Agricultural Exhibition, a celebration and showcase of agriculture and local cultures. 

• Best photo op: EVERYWHERE!!
• What to bring: Picnic lunch, walking shoes, water, sun protection and a camera
• Best time to visit: In April, preferably during the Annual Agriculture Exhibition  
• Opening times: Open year-round, sunrise to sunset. The Visitor Centre, Camden House and Masterworks Museum close around 4PM 

Fun Fact: Located on the grounds of the Bermuda Botanical Gardens is Camden House, the official residence of the Premier of Bermuda. Although the Premier does not actually reside at Camden House, the residence is open for tours on Tuesdays and Fridays from 12:00pm to 2:00pm. 

Rooted on Bermuda’s southern shoreline lies Hungry Bay Nature Reserve, the largest coastal mangrove swamp in Bermuda. The mangroves are very important, serving as a habitat for creatures of both the land and sea such as birds, lizards, oysters, sponges and the Giant Land Crab; a species that is rarely seen and have been wiped out on other parts of Bermuda. Although Hungry Bay Nature Reserve is public, permission must be granted in advance to enter the nature reserve. 

    •    Best photo op: The native flora and fauna 
    •    What to bring: Hiking shoes and camera 
    •    Best time to visit: At a low rising tide or low dropping tide. 
    •    Opening times: Permission from Department Environment & Natural Resources 

Fun Fact: Hungry Bay is one of Bermuda's seven Ramsar Sites, recognising its importance as a wetland of international significance. 

Paget Marsh 

One of Bermuda’s most untouched pockets of open space, Paget Marsh Nature Reserve gives you a glimpse into the island before settlers arrived. See one of the best-preserved freshwater marshes on the island along with a mangrove forest and cedar-palmetto forest. The marsh is particularly important and interesting as it contains a diverse variety of wetland habitats, ranging from open water ditches and saw-grass savanna to hammock forest, wax-myrtle thickets and stands of Red Mangrove. These thriving ecosystems host an array of flora and fauna, from giant ferns to turtles and birds.

• Best photo op: On the boardwalk, framed by a forest of green     
• What to bring: Comfortable shoes, water, sun protection, and camera      
• Best time to visit: Mornings and late afternoons are often ideal for wildlife viewing
• Opening times: Open year-round, sunrise to sunset 

Fun Fact: The acidic peat soil of Paget Marsh is inhospitable to most of the plants imported to Bermuda over generations. 

Discover the natural beauty of this spectacular 8.7-acre coastal reserve, where scenic walking trails take you through one of Bermuda’s rarest examples of native and endemic coastal forest. Situated along the island’s stunning South Shore, the reserve offers breathtaking ocean views and a relaxing escape into nature. Its peaceful, secluded setting even attracts many different and unusual birds to the island, and its proximity to South Shore’s waters offers the perfect viewpoint to witness the spring migration north for Humpback Whales. 

• Best photo op: along the ridge-top trail overlooking the South Shore
• What to bring: Walking shoes, binoculars and a camera
• Best time to visit: During spring and fall migrations
• Opening times: Open to Bermuda Audubon Society members and Coral Beach members and guests. Others may contact the Society for permission to visit.
  Phone: 1-441-705-9538 or Email: [email protected]

Fun Fact: Additional nest sites for longtails have been created along the coastline of the reserve using artificial ‘igloos'.

Crow Lane Park

Crow Lane Park, given its name due to the hundreds of crows that were found here in the earlier days, is located at the easternmost end of Hamilton Harbour alongside Crow Lane Roundabout. Regardless of its small size of approximately 0.4 acres, Crow Lane Park is a great spot to unwind from the cityscape. Due to its proximity to Hamilton Harbour, it is an amazing location to have a picnic or watch the setting sun. 

• Best photo op: By the harbour, with the skyline of The City of Hamilton in the background
• What to bring: Picnic lunch, water and a camera
• Best time to visit: Weekends during a sunset
• Opening times: Open year-round, sunrise to sunset 

Fun Fact: Located directly alongside Crow Lane Park, a retired bus driver, the late Johnny J Barnes would be there daily at 3:45am, waving and providing a cheerful and welcoming hello to commuters heading into work. A statue of Johnny Barnes was later placed close by, allowing locals and visitors alike to take a picture with Johnny. 
 

No matter how you choose to explore, Paget’s natural spaces promise moments of beauty, discovery, and tranquility that will stay with you long after your visit. Explore even more breathtaking outdoor destinations at Nature & Natural Wonders.