Gros Morne National Park
It took Mother Nature 485,000,000 years to mold Gros Morne National Park into the geological and visual wonder we know today. The second largest National Park in eastern Canada, Gros Morne National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site stretching across 1,805 square kilometres of western Newfoundland as part of the towering Long Range Mountains.
Encircled by tiny seaside communities, and encompassing forests, freshwater fjords, bogs, barren lowlands, moose, and striking cliffs and shorelines, this area is also world- renowned for its complex geology. It was here that geologists proved the theory of plate tectonics. The Tablelands, a mountain of flat-topped rock of a kind usually found only deep in the earth’s mantle, is a truly awe-inspiring sight.
Things to Do
Hiking: Gros Morne National Park's spectacular beauty provides the perfect backdrop for all kinds of outdoor adventures, particularly hiking. Discover both marked and unmarked trails winding throughout the landscape.
Explore the park's dense forests for rare plant, animal and bird species or run your hands over ancient sea floor and preserved ocean avalanches, exposed to the land by the collision of the earth's tectonic plates nearly 500,000,000 years ago.
Boat tours: Take a stroll along the trail to Western Brook Pond, over marshland draped in butterwarts, great sundew, orchids, dragon's mouth, and pitcher plants. At the end of your walk, hop aboard a boat tour with Bon Tours taking you through the fjord. You'll also get to sail close enough to feel the spray on your face from some of the highest waterfalls in eastern North America.
If you have your own canoe or kayak, you can use it on Trout River Pond and Bonne Bay; launch areas are located at Trout River Pond, Mill Brook, and Lomond day-use areas. Alternatively, if you don't have your own craft, you can take a guided sea kayak excursion with one of the various tourism operators located in the park, such as Gros Morne Adventures.
Theatre and music: Areas of unusual and inspirational beauty often lure artists and writers, and Gros Morne National Park is no exception. Theatre Newfoundland and Labrador has its own summer-long theatre festival, which puts off professional, culturally-rich performances at Cow Head and various other communities throughout the area. The town of Woody Point is an especially beautiful artistic hub within Gros Morne National Park and its historic Heritage Theatre hosts many performances, from rock bands to plays and author readings. The eclectic annual Writers at Woody Point festival is particularly popular and sells out every year, as people flock to listen to and meet writers and musicians from around the world. Trails, Tales & Tunes is another hugely popular event, which takes place annually in Norris Point. The festival incorporates daytime walks around stunning scenery, afternoon workshops and a wide range of entertainment.
Coastline and Beaches: There are several excellent sandy beaches in the park. The sandy beach of Shallow Bay near Cow Head stretches for kilometres. There is also a beach at the mouth of the fjord at Western Brook Pond, and a warm, sandy beach located right next to an excellent seafood restaurant in the town of Trout River.
Camping: Enjoy warm, summer days by pitching your tent in campgrounds along the shores of the ocean, ponds, lakes or rivers in the area.
There are five campgrounds in the park, and three of them – Berry Hill, Shallow Bay and Trout River Pond – can be reserved online at Parks Canada's Campground Reservation Service or by calling toll-free at (877) 737-3783. Lomond campground is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and there is self-registration at the Green Point campground. For TTY service, please dial (866) 787-6221. If you are calling from outside Canada, the international number is (450) 505-8302.
Group camping is available at Berry Head. Primitive campsites are also available along various trails. For information on these please call (709) 458-2417 / 2066 or email grosmorne.info@pc.gc.ca.
For further Gros Morne camping information visit the "Where to Stay" section of the Parks Canada Gros Morne National Park website.
Skiing: During the winter, try your hand at Nordic skiing and snowshoeing throughout the park. Visit the communities in and around Gros Morne and enjoy the hospitality at restaurants, shops, festivals and events year round. The impressive, downhill slopes of Marble Mountain in Corner Brook are also just a 1½-hour drive away.
Where do I begin?
Gros Morne National Park is a big place. To get your bearings, you might want to consider starting your visit by stopping at the Visitor Information Centre in Rocky Harbour or the Discovery Centre in Woody Point. Accommodations ranging from hotels and inns to B&Bs can be found throughout the park.
Location data provided by the operator. Please confirm location
before departure. Also see offshore area disclaimer.
The offshore lines appearing in the map above which purport to delimit the offshore area of the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador have no legal effect. Apart from the boundaries established pursuant to the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Atlantic Accord Implementation Act, which include the line established pursuant to the 2002 award of the arbitration tribunal concerning the delimitation of portions of the offshore areas between Newfoundland and Labrador and Nova Scotia, there are no agreed boundaries between the offshore areas of Newfoundland and Labrador and the Government of Canada, the Provinces of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island or Quebec or the Nunavut Territory, and no such boundaries have been established under statute, regulation or agreement. The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has made these facts known to Google.
Directions
Driving distances and calculations derived using Google Maps. Actual driving times may vary. GPS coordinates have been provided by tourism operators. Please confirm location with operator before departure.
Helpful Links
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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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Your self-drive package includes round trip airfare to Deer Lake, 6 nights' accommodation, 6 day mid-size car rental with unlimited kilometres, whale watching boat tour, interpretive tour of Prime Berth Fishing Heritage Centre, and admission to select museums and attractions.
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Your self-drive adventure includes round-trip airfare to Deer Lake, 7 nights’ accommodation, 7-day mid-size car rental with unlimited kilometres, 2-day Gros Morne park pass, whale-watching boat tour, and admission to L’Anse aux Meadows.
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Norris PointSpecialists in hiking, walking, sea kayaking and winter adventures in Gros Morne National Park. Day and multi-day guided tours. Sea kayak rentals. Kayak Café onsite serving great coffee and sandwiches.
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Trout RiverExplore Trout Rive Pond, hike Overfalls Trail, rent kayaks and bikes.
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Rocky HarbourCome discover the diversity and beauty of Gros Morne National Park with BonTours on any of our FOUR spectacular boat tours!
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Cow HeadGros Morne Flights and beautiful sights.
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WiltondaleGuided snowmobile tours, extreme to moderate. View fjords and Tablelands in Gros Morne. 3 1/2 star cottages fully equipped, gas bar with regular and supreme gas. Convenience store Liquor Express.
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Humber Valley ResortFully equipped, year-round, luxurious 2-, 3-, 4-, 5- and 6-bedroom vacation homes located in the heart of Humber Valley Resort.
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Bonne BaySecluded lakefront home. Saltwater hot tub, firepit and internet. Minutes to Gros Morne National Park.
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Humber Valley ResortFully equipped, year-round, luxurious 2-, 3-, 4-, 5- and 6-bedroom vacation homes located in the heart of Humber Valley Resort.
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Rocky HarbourNew 5-bedroom B & B with ensuite baths offering continental breakfast. No smoking and no pets.+1 (709) 458 3107
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Rocky HarbourNewly renovated units, located in Gros Morne National Park. Dining Room seats 60, home-style meals.
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Humber Valley ResortFully equipped, year-round, luxurious 2-, 3-, 4-, 5- and 6-bedroom vacation homes located in the heart of Humber Valley Resort.
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Humber Valley ResortFully equipped, year-round, luxurious 2-, 3-, 4-, 5- and 6-bedroom vacation homes located in the heart of Humber Valley Resort.
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Rocky HarbourTwo Bedroom cottage, centrally located in Gros Morne National Park. Spectacular view of Gros Morne.
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Trout RiverRecommended by previous guests as a great place surrounded by nature's beauty. Extremely clean.
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Humber Valley ResortFully equipped, year-round, luxurious 2-, 3-, 4-, 5- and 6-bedroom vacation homes located in the heart of Humber Valley Resort.
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Woody PointBulit in 1904 and restored to early 20th century charm while providing modern amenities.
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Humber Valley ResortFully equipped, year-round, luxurious 2-, 3-, 4-, 5- and 6-bedroom vacation homes located in the heart of Humber Valley Resort.
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Woody PointSpectacular view overlooking Bonne Bay in beautiful Gros Morne National Park. Minutes from hiking trails.Toll Free: +1 (866) 453 2515
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Rocky HarbourOceanfront accommodations located in the heart of Gros Morne National Park. Magnificent Sunsets!!!
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Rocky HarbourA photographers paradise near the Ocean, in the heart of Gros Morne National Park.
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Deer LakeFriendly staff, excellent service, at home atmosphere and great hospitality. 100% renovated 2010.
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Norris PointSpacious Condo-style apartments situated in scenic Norris Point in the centre of Gros Morne National Park.
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Trout RiverNew home over-looking Trout River, near Tableland Mountains in Gros Morne National Park.
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Rocky HarbourFriendly staff makes you feel relaxed in our clean and spacious cabins and housekeeping units.
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Humber Valley ResortFully equipped, year-round, luxurious 2-, 3-, 4-, 5- and 6-bedroom vacation homes located in the heart of Humber Valley Resort.
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LomondOpen grassy campsites. Ideal for people interested in fishing and boating or kayaking.
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Norris PointLocated in the "Heart of Gros Morne National Park," just minutes from all Park attractions.
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Deer LakeNew Deluxe campground is located on the banks of the Humber River and centrally located.
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Cow HeadOf particular interest in this campground is the broad white sandy beach and dunes, ideal for exploring or for just a leisurely stroll.
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Rocky HarbourSituated in Rocky Harbour "The Heart" of Gros Morne National Park, 75 Serviced RV/private campsites and motel accommodations. Walking distance to ocean sunsets. Good Sam park.
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Shoal BrookBordering Bonne Bay. Fantastic view. Near the Discovery Centre and Tablelands.
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Rocky HarbourThis wooded campground is the largest in the park. It's near Lobster Cove Head Lighthouse, the recreation complex & the visitor centre.
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Trout RiverLarge grassy, wooded sites overlooking Trout River Pond. A good base for exploring the Tablelands.
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Green PointThis campground overlooks the Gulf of St. Lawrence and a nearby summer fishing village.
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Rocky HarbourYour information hub to all the adventures and hospitality in Gros Morne or north along the viking trail.
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Cow HeadEasy 1.5-2 hour, 4km walk between the sand dunes and the campground at Shallow Bay. Leaves from the day use area. Wonderful dappled light and access to sandy beach.
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Sally's CoveAn easy to moderate 2 hours, 6 km return walk from the parking lot to Western Brook Pond, an ancient fjord. Boat tours operate daily in the summer.
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Woody PointThis 4-km return, 1.5 hour, moderate trail takes you through ancient peridotite rocks from the earth's mantle.
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Rocky HarbourThe cultural landmark features historical exhibits, trails and view points over the Gulf of St. Lawrence.
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Green PointAn easy 1.5-2 hour, 6km return trail from Green Point campground on route 430 or a small parking lot north of Bakers Brook Bridge.
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Rocky HarbourGros Morne National Park has received world-wide recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its geological wonders and awe-inspiring fjords.
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Woody PointA two loop trail, access via Wallace Brook (strenuous)is 16 km, access via Long Pond moderate to strenuous is 9 km. Sea stacks, cave and volcanic cliffs.
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Rocky HarbourThis 7-8 hour very strenuous trail winds 16-kms to the top of Gros Morne Mountain and back. The trailhead is located on Route 430, 3-kms south of the Visitors Centre.
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Trout RiverTrail is access by a 1-hour ferry ride. Overfalls Trail is a easy to moderate 5 km (3 mile) 4-5 hour wilderness trail.
