Regional Highlights
Heritage Run
Stay a spell on the Burin Peninsula, where legendary heroes and villains once roamed.
A Theatrical Delight
Step back in time at historic Trinity. Be sure to visit the spectacular Rising Tide Theatre for a dramatic treat.
Random Passage
At the heart of Trinity Bay sits an early 19th-century fishing village that’s reminiscent of Newfoundland's humblest beginnings.
About the Eastern Region
There are many historic, charming communities, flanked by big blue seas and sheltered coves to be found throughout the eastern region of Newfoundland and Labrador. The area was the first part of the New World to be discovered and it stretches from John Cabot's historical 1497 landing place on the Bonavista Peninsula to the gateway of France, the French islands of St. Pierre et Miquelon, which can be reached by a short ferry trip from the Burin Peninsula.
The eastern region also lays claim to scenic driving trails and several provincial parks, where you can camp, hike and boat, surrounded by sweeping coastal landscapes.
Centuries ago, towns in the eastern region once rivalled St. John's as the fishing capitals of North America. Today, the pace of life is a little more relaxed, and they instead lay claim to being some of the most historic, beautiful and unique communities on the continent. Here you'll see quaint English architecture, winding streets and breathtaking seascapes, which are perfect for whale, bird and iceberg watching, hikes and boat trips. In this area, you'll find some of the most beautiful walking trails on the island, and they weave through land richly populated with migratory birds like kittiwakes, gannets, great-backed gulls and puffins.
Throughout the entire region, you'll discover a vibrant sense of culture and artistry, and you can step inside the memories of a long-ago time – often by experiencing performance events like the renowned Trinity Pageant. It's all part of the charm and personality of eastern Newfoundland and Labrador.
Package includes round-trip airfare to St. John’s, 7 nights’ accommodation, 7-day mid-size car rental with unlimited kilometres, two whale watching boat tours, St. John’s city tour, a Lighthouse Picnic, and admission to select museums and attractions.
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Package includes round trip airfare, 8 nights’ accommodation, 8 day mid-size car rental with unlimited kilometres, 2 day Gros Morne National Park pass, a Lighthouse Picnic and admission to The Rooms. This cross-island getaway promises breath-taking scenery and unforgettable hospitality, a trip not to be missed!
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GarnishA trail for outdoor enthusiasts. Approximately 3kms one way. Beautiful scenery the whole way through.+1 (709) 826 2330
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ClarenvilleModerate 3-kms. Overlooking Random Island and Smith Sound, the trail provides panoramic views of Clarenville and the surrounding communities.
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TrinityReconstructed Georgian brick house rebuilt to 1819 - 1820 period on the site of the Lester home (1764 - 66), the first brick house in Newfoundland. Now a museum and learning centre.
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ClarenvilleThis 5-km easy to moderate stacked loop trail begins at Elizabeth Swan Park follows a meandering stream and passes through a typical boreal forest.
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BonavistaNatural scenic attraction park, camping is not permitted. A collapsed sea cave with a natural archway carved by the sea.
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Grand BankThe walk provides the visitor with a collection of historically significant settings that are intertwined to portray the dynamics of Grand Bank and its fishing heritage.
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Hatchet CoveEnjoy the game of a lifetime, Home of One Green Fee and Brookside Bucks!
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TrinityGlimpse Trinity as a thriving 1800s seaport. This was the business hub for three merchant families over 150 years. The 1820s-era Counting House is a historic gem.
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MarystownMuseum offers a display of artifacts, history and life styles of Marystown, as well as a collection of murals depicting the history of ship building in Marystown and the town's fishing and retail businesses of the past. Presently buildings an archival section.+1 (709) 279 1462
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Frenchman's Cove Provincial ParkLocated on the west side of the Burin Peninsula, the park comprises 51 hectares of varied habitat. Pebble beach, quiet barachois, marsh and stream, bird watching, 9-hole golf course, 25 minutes to St. Pierre ferry.
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TrinityThe oldest standing wooden church in Newfoundland was built in 1833, with the tower added in 1880. It is open to the public for viewing.
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Grand BankView historic photographs and explore artifacts from the land and sea, used by Newfoundland families from the 1800s to the mid-1900's.
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BonavistaThe Garrick is a year round cultural venue where patrons can experience both live performance and digital cinema. Experience the Saturday Summer Music Series from Jun to Oct.
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TrinitySir Richard Whitbourne held the first Court of Admiralty in the New World at Trinity in 1615 and wrote,what is believed to be the first book about Newfoundland (1620)
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BonavistaAn extensive collection of artifacts from the local area tells the story of traditional life.+1 (709) 468 2920
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St. LawrenceThe realities of a miners life are evident to visitors of this museum as they examine various tools used by former workers of the St. Lawrence fluorspar mine.
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RoundaboutProtects breeding seabirds on three islands, only breeding colony of Manx Shearwater in North America.
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Port UnionBurial site of Sir Wm. Coaker. A bust of Coaker overlooks the northeast coast of Newfoundland, where the main body of the F.P.U. members were located.+1 (709) 469 2728
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English Harbour, Trinity BayThe centre offers workshops, concerts, residences, classes, rentals, cultural events and gallery space.
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Port BlandfordHike or mountain bike in summer, cross country ski or snowmobile in winter. This wilderness trail features warm-up cabin, washroom, picnic areas, ocean views.
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Salt PondTravelling to Burin for work or pleasure - we are your home away from home.+1 (709) 891 8542
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Port RextonComfortable, clean, friendly home. Ideal for backpackers and families exploring Trinity Bay.
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Trinity EastSpectacular Panoramic Ocean views of Trinity. 3 bedroom cottage with 3 bathrooms, accommodates 6 people.
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North West BrookClean and Comfortable facility, affordable rates, friendly courteous service, 18kms east of Clarenville.+1 (709) 546 2288
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Bonavista5 minutes from historic Bonavista, including restaurant and lounge.
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BonavistaBeautifully restored 1887 Registered Heritage Home. Winner of 2007 NL Historic Trust Southcott Award.
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Port BlandfordPrivate bath. Cottages self contained. Conference rooms, close to golf.
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EllistonBeautiful one-bedroom cabin (sleeps four) with ocean view in front and mountain ridge behind.+1 (709) 468 4764
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TrinityEclectic Trinity Oceanfront Retreat, Trip Advisor Travellers' Choice Award, recommended by "Where to Eat in Canada"
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TrinityMeticulously renovated and furnished 1860 Vacation Home in the heart of historic Trinity.
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Port RextonSpacious, self contained accommodations situated on a park like setting near historic Trinity, 30 minutes from Bonavista.
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Port BlandfordPrivate bath. Cottages self contained. Conference rooms, close to golf.
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Port BlandfordSelf contained cottage overlooking beautiful Clode Sound on the Eastern gateway to Terra Nova Park
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MarystownYour home away from home awaits you.
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Port UnionEnjoy dining at the Fireside and having a nightcap at our Swallie Lounge.
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Trinity19th century merchant home with ocean and village views, casual fine dining and local charm.
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Open HallWe know exactly how it feels to find just the right place. Welcome home.
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BurinVacation Cottage overlooking the North Atlantic in Burin. Breath taking views. Endless Activities.
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ClarenvilleStately pre-Confederation home filled with smells of homemade buns, breads & jams. Overlooks Random Sound.
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TrinityBeautiful, historic, fully furnished 4-bedroom home.
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Eastern3 DaysA three-day excursion of easy to moderate hikes on the Bonavista Peninsula centered in Trinity, home of the famous Seasons in the Bight theatre festival.
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4 DaysIn 1497, the Italian explorer John Cabot landed at Cape Bonavista and set off a five-century rush for the huge shoals of codfish he discovered. As it turned out, the spot where he landed developed into a major fishing centre whose history is told at a National Historic Site in the town of Bonavista. The whole of the area was consumed with catching, curing and shipping fish to market. The story took some surprising turns along the way to today.
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Eastern3 DaysChurchill may not have been the first to use the words in the title above to describe the small boat fishermen of Newfoundland and Labrador, but he did make the phrase famous. Fishing remains a way of life here, and on this two-day tour we'll visit Bonavista and Grand Bank to explore 500 years of our seafaring history.
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Eastern230 kmThere are three gateways to the Discovery Trail. You can take the west entrance from the Trans-Canada Highway onto Route 233 at Port Blandford; the central entrance near Thorburn Lake at Route 230; or the eastern entrance onto Route 230A at Clarenville. On this trip, we'll take the eastern route through Clarenville, loop up through Trinity and Port Union to Bonavista, and then cruise down the western shore to Port Blandford.
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Eastern463 kmThe Heritage Run is steeped in colorful history. Located on the Burin Peninsula, the trail differs from the rest of the province in both geography and outlook. Separated from the seat of political power in St. John's for centuries, the Burin Peninsula developed its own trade links with the eastern seaboard and beyond. Its dialects, architecture and traditions are all unique. On this drive, keep an eye out for orange signs, which indicate viewparks — lay-bys with interpretive panels about the history and ecology of the trail.
Watch Chris explain the word duckish. Here’s a hint: it has nothing to do with ducks. Or maybe it does?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-YN0u8DjBIk&feature=youtu.be
