Louil Hills Terra Nova
Benjamin Barbour House in Newtown
Boardwalk in Central by the Coast
Right in the heart of Newfoundland, the central region contains some of the best outdoor experiences to be found in the province. It's where you can visit Iceberg Alley – the stretch of coastline along which towers of ancient ice majestically float down from Greenland – and where whales gather in large numbers to feed, play and people-watch.
The central region also boasts 55 marked trails and, as you explore, you'll see clapboard houses sitting atop rocky coasts, and wharves and boats testifying to the continuing importance of the centuries-old fishing industry. Most of the people living here descended from West Country fishermen who settled the shores more than two centuries ago. The region also has a rich aboriginal history that dates back as far as 5,000 years and includes the Beothuks as well as the Dorset people who carved soapstone pots at Newfoundland's first quarry.
Central is a perfect place to take a boat trip, or to do both sea and river kayaking. It's also worth visiting Terra Nova National Park while you're here – 400 square kilometres of boreal forest and coastline, ideal for whale watching, birdwatching, hiking, golfing and camping.
No words can truly capture the experience of coming face-to-face with a giant of the ocean. Here, we're visited annually by 26 species of whales and 6 different types of icebergs. There's a certain sense of awe that accompanies these encounters, and you begin to appreciate why no trip to Newfoundland is complete without visiting this region known as Adventure Central – just minutes from Gander, and a short drive from St. John's and Deer Lake.
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Terra Nova National Park of CanadaThe centre offers story time, arts and crafts activities, games, puzzles, computer games, movie time, videos and a Junior Naturalist Program.
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Gander16km of machine groomed cross-country ski trails. 4km lighted trail, 6km snowshoeing trails. Heated hut.
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King's PointThis 8 km trail takes you 1,100 fee. in elevation to a breathtaking view of Green Bay and the Gaff Topsails. View 3 waterfalls and a 600-foot gorge.Toll Free: +1 (709) 268 3523
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TwillingateWinery includes a gift store and tasting room with a large variety of fruit and berry wines and blended wines with grape varieties. We offer wine tours during the summer season.
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Herring NeckBeautiful easy trail over looking the ocean in Friday's Bay. The community of Carter's cove can be seen as well as other towns.+1 (709) 628 7485
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Baie VerteIllustrating the life of a miner from the late 1800s to present day. A "tunnel" leads to displays on the life of miners. The new Norm Peters Room Exhibit is named for a prospector many years ago from our neck of the woods. Tourist information centre. RV dumping station.+1 (709) 532 8090
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Musgrave HarbourSir Frederick Banting, co-discoverer of insulin, died in a plane crash near the town during WWII. Come see the wreckage remains and a replica of this Hudson Bomber Plane. A place commemorating the life's work of a great Canadian hero.
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NewtownNewtown, the Venice of Newfoundland. Imagine the past meeting the present! Meet characters from the past in our homes, school, fish stage, gardens, and Seal Hunt Interpretation Centre. Live interpretation, theatre & dinner theatre.
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Bay du Nord Wilderness ReserveRoadless 2,895 sq km wilderness in south-eastern Newfoundland. Wildlife populations and plant communities thrive with little or no disturbances from humans. Access via hiking trails & canoe route.
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EastportA 200 seat theatre, art gallery, gift shop and information centre. Summer concert series, art exhibits, music and souvenirs.
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Leading TicklesA trail to this 200 foot look-out to view icebergs and whales. Binoculars available to view this breathtaking sight.
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Boyd's CoveThough the last Beothuk died in 1829, the story of how these people thrived in Newfoundland is pieced together by historians and archeologists. Multi-media exhibits/trail to archeology site.
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Bishop's FallsHeritage museum exhibiting railway, logging, community and sports. Crafts and gift shop.+1 (709) 258 7245
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Bishop's FallsFormer railway trestle, now a boardwalk. Spanning 927 feet across the Exploits River, it is the longest trestle in Newfoundland...even longer than the Titanic! This steel and granite structure was built in 1901.
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Virgin ArmThis 2 km trails leads from Head where a lookout provides an expansive view of the many islands in Dildo Run.
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FogoBleak House was built around 1826 for John Slade of Poole, England and was later owned by the Earle Family from 1897-1967. It is now registered as a Heritage Site.
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Terra Nova National Park of Canada5km, mostly boardwalk trail that travels through seashore, forest, bog and concludes at a sandy beach.
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WesleyvilleLinking our cultural heritage to the contemporary arts.
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La ScieBeautiful, scenic location overlooking La Scie.+1 (709) 675 2266
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BotwoodWorld War II sea-plane base, P.B.Y. Catalina aircraft. Heritage and Aviation Museum, Archive, European explorers, hospital, railway, shipping, aboriginal cultures displays. antiques snowmobiles.
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TwillingateAn original merchant home completely renovated; located in the heart of Twillingate.
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Gander100% non-smoking hotel with modern guest rooms and suites. Renowned for our excellent service & dining
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Norris Arm, NorthsidePeace and quiet at its fullest. Arrive a customer and leave a friend.+1 (709) 653 2666
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Norris Arm, NorthsidePeace and quiet at its fullest. Arrive a customer and leave a friend.+1 (709) 653 2666
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TwillingateNewly renovated ocean front property, terrific harbour view, stunning sunsets, all bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms.
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TwillingateTraditional saltbox design with a modern interior, the perfect place to experience picturesque Twillingate.
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TwillingateThe Anchor Inn offers spacious rooms, suites and oceanfront dining.
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TwillingateEnjoy luxurious, 4 Star accommodations and great hospitality at one of Twillingate's historic landmarks.
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BotwoodScenic countryside, great for reunions. Paradise for people who love the outdoor.+1 (709) 257 2600
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TwillingateSecluded and cozy cottage situated on a hill with a panoramic view of the North Atlantic.+1 (709) 884 1536
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EmbreeLovely B&B situated across the street from the day park overlooking Mason's Cove.
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Little Harbour, TwillingateOceanfront, 1 & 2 bedroom cabins, very quiet and peaceful. Excellent site for icebergs & whales.+1 (709) 884 5483
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Little Bay Islands, Notre Dame BayDesignated historical outport home with period furniture and cultural and historical interpretation in French/English.
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Happy AdventureBeautiful Cape Cod home, 3 ensuites, full breakfast, near beaches and Terra Nova National Park.
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CarmanvilleCentrally located, great ocean view, private, owner next door, 60 minutes to Twillingate, Fogo Ferry.
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Badger+1 (709) 539 2625
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Baie VerteLocated on Highway 410. Rooms with 2 double beds, 2 twin beds or 1 double bed. Lounge (live entertainment).Toll Free: +1 (877) 532 8250
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Musgrave HarbourOceanfront property. All Cottages have spectacular ocean view. Friendly Service.
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LumsdenCountry setting, sandy beaches, icebergs, salmon rivers, berry picking, clean ocean air & rugged landscape, birdwatching.
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LumsdenCountry setting, sandy beaches, icebergs, salmon rivers, berry picking, birdwatching,
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2 DaysThis two-day itinerary of the Coast of Bays includes the Bay d’Espoir area and the Connaigre Peninsula on the southern coast of the island of Newfoundland.
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Central7 DaysThis seven-day tour along the Kittiwake Coast includes islands, beaches, a national park, and a rich history, spanning thousands of years.
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Central4 DaysFour days of hiking in three different areas of central Newfoundland, complemented by cultural attractions, and a boat tour to an ancient aboriginal site.
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Central3 DaysFor this tour, you’ll spend three days on beautiful and unique Change and Fogo Islands exploring traditional outport life and the rugged coastal landscape of an area with a remarkable blend of both old and contemporary culture.
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Central7 DaysRight in the heart of Newfoundland, the central region contains some of the best outdoor experiences in the province. It's where you can visit Iceberg Alley and where whales gather in large numbers to feed, play and people-watch. Central is a perfect place to take a boat trip, or to do both sea and river kayaking. And a visit to culturally rich Fogo Island is a must.
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Central355 kmTo reach this stunning stretch of coastline take Route 360 South from Bishop's Falls to Bay d'Espoir, which means "bay of hope" in French — although, ironically, it's pronounced "bay despair." The Coast of Bays trail, however, is just as it sounds, an area scattered with beautiful bays as well as spectacular fjords.
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Central397 kmThe Dorset Trail is a land of complex geology and associated mineral deposits that underlie steep, thickly wooded hills. This highway is named for the Dorset Eskimos who lived — and quarried — here 1,500 years ago. Even earlier, the Maritime Archaic Indians inhabited the area and may have exploited its minerals. But both the aboriginals and early European settlers came originally for fish, game and timber.
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Central534 kmThe Exploits Valley scenic touring route follows, in part, the traditional Beothuk seasonal route between the interior and the coast, and includes major Beothuk attractions. This area is filled with lakes and rivers, making it ideal for nature enthusiasts.
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Central73 kmThe Beothuk Trail is so named because this was an area of Newfoundland once occupied by the now extinct aboriginal people. The area has several trails, including the eight-kilometre Alexander Murray Hiking Trail in King's Point, named for a 19th-century geologist. It climbs more than 300 metres and provides an unsurpassed view of Green Bay.
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67 km + BoatThis tour begins on Route 335, which takes you to Farewell where you can catch a ferry to Change Islands, with a sailing time of 25 minutes, and Fogo Island, which is 50 minutes away. Rich in history, culture and creativity, this part of the province has become a particularly popular place for artists of all disciplines to visit. Remember, when travelling by coastal boat or ferry it's always a good idea to plan everything in advance. Schedules can vary.
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43 kmThis tour, which incorporates beautiful Terra Nova National Park, will take you to sheltered coves, sandy beaches and some of the best locations for water sports in the province. Here you will find rivers to canoe, ponds to fish, inlets to sail, and clean, clear lakes to swim.
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172 kmThis tour takes you into the scenic reaches and islands of Notre Dame Bay. The Visitor Information Centre at Notre Dame Junction, near the intersection of Route 1 and Route 340, is a good place to start. Here you can obtain information on the ferries to Fogo Island and Change Islands, and find out where the icebergs are.
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226 kmThis tour takes you to the historic coastal communities of Gander Bay and Northern Bonavista Bay. On the way, you will travel through a wilderness of tall trees, blue lakes and crystal-clear streams. Between the communities, you'll find white sandy beaches that stretch on forever and grassy fields perfect for picnics.
