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

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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
A towering ten foot bronze statue of Leif Ericson facing north-west is located on the wharf harbour front L’Anse aux Meadows, 50 meters from the
Cape Norman first appeared on French maps as Cape Dordois dating back to 1713, and then as Cape Normand in 1744. In 1870, the Canadian
Squid Jigging Point Trail, Noddy Bay on the Great Northern Peninsula is a 2.1 KM loop that takes you to a viewing area. It is
Noddy Bay Head Trail, Hay Cove – is a 3 KM return trail that is rated moderate. This trail is also part of the Iceberg
The Camel’s Back Trail off Dark Tickle Road in Town of St Lunaire-Griquet will not disappoint. The spectacular scenery is just breathtaking. Take time to
L’anse aux Meadows is full of firsts, as it is Where the World Came Full Circle more than 1,000 years ago. It is home to
Just 8 kilometres from L’anse aux Meadows World UNESCO site is the community of Gunners Cove, where you can find yourself hiking a portion of
Quirpon, NL offers some of the most picturesque trails on the entire Great Northern Peninsula. They are definitely under promoted. • Quirpon Look-Out • Finding
What in the world is a Nuddick? The term Nuddick relates to a specific land feature, in the form of a “hillock” (small hill or
There are lots of mysteries and stories connected to the Isle of Demons or what is believed to be Quirpon Island. Quirpon Island is a
L’anse aux Meadows is where the world came full circle as the Norse and the Indigenous people in the region would meet. This represents the
The International Appalachian Trail’s Northern Terminus is at Crow Head, Newfoundland and Labrador and can be accessed from the Cape Raven Trail at Straitsview, NL.
The Dark Tickle Company of St. Lunaire-Griquet is famous for their use of locally harvested wildberries that create specialty jams and jellies. They have continuously
Imagine, L’anse aux Meadows, Great Northern Peninsula of Newfoundland, Canada is the land of first contact in North America by Europeans. Home of the only authentic Norse
When communities come together for a common goal on the Great Northern Peninsula anything seems to be possible. I only have to think about the
For a population of less than 30 people, Hay Cove is a happening place. A tour of the community will set you smiling as you
L’Anse aux Meadows is where the world came full circle, an event 100,000 years in the making! When the super-continent Pangea broke up, people had
The icebergs continue to dominate our harbours – can you imagine this view from your window? It is a common occurrence. Tourists come in the
The creative community of Conche is where I purchased this tapestry of embroidered bread and caplin. It sits in the public gallery at the Straits-White
Those who live on the Great Northern Peninsula appreciate the true beauty, the mystique and charm that comes with Northern living. I’ve spent a lot
The Town of St. Lunaire-Griquet and Gunner’s Cove on the Great Northern Peninsula are completely picturesque and there is no wonder more than 30,000 visits
The month of December marks a number of community events from Christmas concerts, annual award nights, church functions, tree lighting, breakfast/brunch, socials, appreciation dinners, Santa
The Great Northern Peninsula continues to showcase the many talents of the people with connections to this place we call home. Gina Noordhof, has spent
Cruise the Edge of the North America and experience where the world came full circle for the very first time at L’Anse Aux Meadows, Great
Trout River is a small fishing town on the Great Northern Peninsula that continues with the tradition of rural living, evident from the many fishing
L’Anse aux Meadows with a population of about 30 permanent residents continuously see more than 30,000 visitors annually to a Parks Canada and World UNESCO
A couple of weeks ago, I had the pleasure of visiting with Norman Young at his carving shop in St. Lunaire-Griquet. The shelves boasts a
There is still time this summer to visit the Norstead Viking Village & Port of Trade at L’anse aux Meadows, our premier attraction. This social
The Daily Catch Restaurant in St. Lunaire-Griquet is located on the top of the hill with a wonderful view. I love dining at this place