Newfoundland and Labrador

The Path is a small part of the 265 km East Coast Trail and is readily accessible from either Quidi Vidi Village or the Marine Science Lab in Logy Bay. Enjoy the amazing view of the coast from atop Sugarloaf Head and gorgeous vistas of the city all the way to Cape Spear from the Bawdens Highlands end of this wonderful Trail.P.S. Make reservations at Mallard Cottage for an outstanding brunch, an...

To get to Cape Spear from St. John’s, head west on Water Street to the intersection at Leslie Street where you'll make a left. Continue over the bridge to the stop sign. Drive straight through the intersection and continue for 15 km where the road eventually becomes Route 11, also known as Cape Spear Drive. At the end of this road is Cape Spear National Historic Site of Canada.Park at Cape Spea...

The star of this hike is where the cliffs meet the ocean. Starting at the parking lot, find the trailhead and start hiking. As the hike is an out-and-back trail, so it is a straight-forward hike. After the first ascent, there is a bench and a map; Make sure from this area you take the trail to the left (marked green gardens) and avoid the other (currently closed - summer 2017). Once you reach t...

The hike to the summit of Gros Morne is rewarded with spectacular views, views that are not seen without being earned.  Despite Newfoundland’s notorious reputation of fast changing weather, make sure to check the forecast before you embark on your journey to the summit. With that said make sure to bring a sweater, waterproof jacket, sturdy shoes, and enough food and water to last for 6 to 8 hou...

I know what you're thinking, where does a boat tour fit into the outbound.In my personal opinion, this was my favorite and most beautiful experience I had within Gros Morne.The cliffs surrounding the pond are taller than the CN tower located in Toronto, ON, and provide spectacular views.First,To do the boat tour, you can make reservations with BonTours (1-888-458-2016 ). Pricing (very reasonabl...

If you're travelling across Newfoundland, make sure you spend at least a little bit of time off the Trans-Canada Highway with a detour to the coast. Many travellers will visit Twillingate as an off-the-beaten-track coastal destination—so if you're headed that way, take time to explore Fogo as well. Fogo Island (along with the Change Islands) is accessible by ferry from Farewell Harbour, just no...

Being a part of the historic East Coast Trail, Deadman's Bay is a main pit stop for thousands of backpackers every year. The trail includes many treasures such as swimming holes in summer, views of WWII Battery, breathtaking coastal views, a baracois crossing with rusty remains of the SS Thetis shipwreck, berry picking, perfect places to pop a campsite for the night, wildlife, and sea bird colo...

Newfoundland is perhaps best known for its outport villages on the coast, but in between the communities lies a beautiful and rugged island geography. One of the most visually stunning places to witness this is at the Isthmus of Avalon—where the Avalon Peninsula meets the rest of Newfoundland.  This adventure is simple but it's not the beaten track. You won't find bathrooms or groomed trails he...

Whether you're an east-coast local, a cycle tourist starting out on a journey westward or a veteran cyclist finishing a trans-Canada ride, Cape Spear is a must. Who wouldn't want to say they've bicycled the eastern edge of the continent? It's a great physical push, a simple day trip and easily one of the most rewarding rides you can take on. If you're cycle touring, you have the option of strip...