The Plum Point Motel offers 40 guest rooms and 18 fully equipped cottages. Their restaurant specializes in seafood and they have a pub and can
Tag: Great Northern Peninsula
Woody Point is a Tourism Destination
The Woody Point Writer’s Festival and the Theatre brings a focus to art and culture to this Town of under 300 people. There are many
Fabulous Fish & Chips at the Merchant Warehouse
The Merchant Warehouse & Wine Bar at Woody Point is just the perfect venue for a meal, a cocktail, entertainment and a view. On warm
The Lookout Trail
The Lookout Trail begins at the Park’s Canada Discovery Centre. It’s a 5.8 KM return trail with a loop at the top. You get impressive
The Lighthouse at Woody Point
When in Woody Point enjoy a walk down by the lighthouse and enjoy the views across Bonne Bay and see a little of Norris Point.
What’s Shakin’ at the Retro Cafe?
Take a step back into the 1960’s as you walk through the doors at the Retro Cafe in Woody Point. It’s a classic diner that
That Perfect Sunset – Trout River, NL
Trout River is beyond a breathtaking fishing village with an abundance of hiking trails, nature, a beautiful beach and sunsets that make any day complete.
Finding Sheep at Eastern Point Trail
At the end of Main Street in Trout River is the Eastern Point Trail. After a pretty full day of hiking we opted to trek
Perfect View from the Beach House, Trout River, NL
My trip to Trout River included a night at the Gros Morne Beach House. Just like the photos, it was true to its form. It
Take a Walk on Boardwalk
We’re not talking the coveted Monopoly space of Boardwalk paired with Park Place, but prime real estate of Trout River. The views are just stunning
The Old Man and the Lighthouse…
Trout River has an abundance of walking and hiking trails. A local favourite is the steps up the hill to a rock known as the
Woody Point Welcomes You
Woody Point has a resident population of under 300, that swells to tens of thousands of visitors during the tourism season. They have fantastic businesses
Southeast Brook Falls
The Southeast Brook Falls are just a few hundred metres from the highway pull-off on Route 430 (Viking Trail) in Gros Morne National Park. One
Beautiful Views from Burnt Hill Loop
At the waterfront in Norris Point near the Bonne Bay Marine Station and Cat Stop Pub you can take the Burnt Hill Walking Trail, which
Lobster Fishing at Wild Cove
The lobster crates are stacked at wharf side, waiting for the season to begin to drop them in the water and bring home a catch
The James Humber Trail, Norris Point
Welcome to James Humber Trail. It starts at Jennieux House Museum in Norris Point and takes you to Wild Cove! You can check out Pearl’s
Berry Head Pond Trail
This 1.8 KM loop trail is off Route 430 (Viking Trail) near Rocky Harbour. The first 350 m is wheelchair accessible and offers views of
Scenic Bonne Bay
Reflections on water create a mirror image of the cloud-filled sky. The mountains are turned upside down as you Star across the bay at Stanleyville
Rev Canon J.T. Richard’s of Bareneed
The residents along the Strait of Belle Isle on the Great Northern Peninsula know Reverend Canon John Thomas Richards. He was an influential person during
A Fine Feed of Dried Caplin
Earlier this year, I wrote about the caplin rolling at Middle Cove Beach. It was quite remarkable to see my two little nephews, so excited
Santa’s Reindeer Return to the Great Northern Pen in Time for the Holidays!
The majestic caribou, resemble the reindeer of the North. We often say that Santa’s reindeer are back in time for the holidays! They are fixtures
Mudder Wet Path – A Route Along the Aquaforte River
Another section of the East Coast Trail is a segment of the Spurwink Island Trail that goes from Route 10 near the Welcome to Aquaforte
Catching the Big One and Remembering that Big One that Got Away!
The fishery is the most important thing in Newfoundland and Labrador. And when we speak the word fish, we refer to cod. It has provided
Trailblazing with a Caribou On Top of the Tablelands
Gros Morne National Park is the number one destination for tourism in Newfoundland and Labrador and is home to a network of more than 100
The Caribou Make the Visit to the GNP More Memorable
The majestic caribou are often visible at roadside on Route 430 (The Viking Trail) near St. Anthony Airport. These animals can be seen in various
Drying Cod
For hundreds of years, rural Newfoundlanders and Labradorians have salted and dried cod fish. These fish in the past were placed on flakes or flat
Wanderers Peek Trail
The Wanderer’s Peek Trail is just south of Parson’s Pond and the road is marked by reflective signage to a gravel parking area. The trail
Lobster Cove Head Lighthouse
Rocky Harbour has always been a fishing town, but in recent decades with the creation of Gros Morne National Park both have been vital industries
I Found a Little Heart in Stanleyville
The Stanleyville Trail in Gros Morne National Park begins at the day-use area of the Lomond Campground. This trail is about 5 KM return. There
The Camel’s Back Trail provides magical views
Route 436 has destination trails and the Iceberg Trail links up many community trails from L’anse aux Meadows to St. Lunaire. Taking the short hike