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Activities in
Newfoundland & Labrador
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Bird Island Tour
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Places to stay in
Newfoundland & Labrador
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Newfoundland & Labrador is known for
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Newfoundland and Labrador is as large as Japan and more than three times the size of the Maritime Provinces. In fact, the province covers more than 400 000 square kilometers. With the land ranging from barren rock to lush farmland to forest to fjord, you'll have plenty to discover. Here you'll find hundreds of towns and thousands of guts, coves, and bays. And every little place comes with its own delightful charm, colourful personality, and collection of characters.
Rich with history. Rife with culture. Sprawling with natural beauty. All these wonders have been here for thousands of years, embraced by those who happened upon them. It's up to the traveller to enjoy them, to go vigorously in search of people, adventures, and places to experience. Around every bend you will find a piece of heaven, a delightful sight, a playful breeze that will help your journey. Catch a glimpse of icebergs, whales, birds and wildlife. Find hiking trails, parks, historic sites and scenic driving routes. Search for maps, accommodations, tours, festivals and events, outfitters and places to shop. Take this opportunity to explore this mysterious land. Let go of your expectations. Prepare yourself to be lost, and found, in Newfoundland and Labrador, a land of exaggerated proportions. And while finding the true spirit of this land, you’ll stumble upon everything from wildlife to people to amazing vistas to culture. In fact, being the most easterly point in North America merits our very own time zone, half-an-hour off-kilter with the rest of the world. Around every corner, around every bend, you will find a little piece of heaven, an unexpected delight, a playful breeze that will help your journey. But these are only elements of what makes this place truly unforgettable. And therein lies the magic of this mysterious land – in order to find what you are looking for, you must first be willing to let go of your expectations, willing to really lose yourself. And let the traveller inside lead you to places you never dreamed possible. From outdoor adventures to watching wildlife to soaking up a bit of culture, you’ll never find yourself twiddling your thumbs – unless of course, you want to, which is perfectly fine by us. You see, the unexpected is the norm around here. You might plan to tour the coastline by sea kayak one afternoon, but suddenly find yourself in a pub eating pan-fried cod and scrunchions. Or set out to tour a museum one morning and you might just end up shopping along the oldest street in North America. Source: Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism
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The Town of Deer Lake has a rich heritage and a history which dates back to 1864 when the first settlers, under the leadership of George Aaron Nichols, arrived from Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. These settlers were originally loggers and trappers, however, given the suitable climate and soil conditions, many later took up farming. Deer Lake derived its name from the many Caribou that could be seen crossing the large lake.
Welcome to Deer Lake. Strategically located in the Humber Valley, at the intersection of the Trans Canada Highway and the Great Northern Peninsula and just a short distance from White Bay, Deer Lake is an ideal vacation staging point.
Surrounded by lakes, rivers, forests and mountains that offer the best of the Newfoundland outdoors, you can golf, fish, and sail in summer, ski and snowmobile in winter! Whether you are the rugged outdoors type, thrill-seeker or prefer a quieter pace Deer Lake has it all. The local attractions and easy access to the picturesque Humber Valley, spectacular and historic Northern Peninsula and scenic White Bay provide opportunity for everyone to have a memorable vacation.
Source: town of Deer Lake
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The reconstructions of three Norse buildings are the focal point of this archaeological site, the earliest known European settlement in the New World. The archaeological remains at the site were declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978. Exhibits highlight the Viking lifestyle, artifacts, and the archaeological discovery of the site. Visitors can also explore the hiking trails to nearby bays and lakes.
In the past four to five thousand years, many people have lived at l'Anse aux Meadows; some stayed longer than others. Among these people was a small group of Norse sailors. The remains of their camp, discovered in 1960 by Helge and Anne Stine Ingstad, is the oldest known European settlement of the New World.
The L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic site is strongly influenced by the Labrador Current and icebergs are commonly seen, particularly in June and July. This resulting cool maritime climate has influenced the vegetation of the area. The L'Anse aux Meadows site is dominated by barrens, coastal bogs, and stunted forests locally known as tuckamore. Together these plant communities are home to a large variety of plants, over 280!
Source: Parks Canada
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Grimpez des rues abruptes chargées d’histoire, pagayez autour des icebergs, observez les baleines du haut d’une falaise, visitez l’Hôtel du Gouverneur et Signal Hill. Il n’existe pas d’autre ville comme St. John's dans le monde. Ce port éloigné, situé sur la côte la plus à l’est du Canada, attire les explorateurs, les pirates, les soldats et les inventeurs depuis que les Européens y ont posé le pied pour la première fois en 1497. Rendez-vous jusqu’au sommet de Signal Hill pour admirer le port flanqué de falaises arides d’une beauté indescriptible. Observez des icebergs gros comme des navires flotter dans des eaux où des petits rorquals, des baleines à bosses, des rorquals communs et des baleines noires ont aussi élu domicile. Faites une journée d’écotourisme d’aventure sur l’East Coast Trail pour voir des sites de fouilles archéologiques, des colonies d’oiseaux de mer et la harde de caribous la plus méridionale du monde.
Les origines des habitants de St. John's sont variées : anglaise, irlandaise, française, autochtone. Vous devrez faire un effort, au début, pour saisir l’accent du terroir et les vieux dictons des gens du coin, mais lorsque vous aurez compris que le mot d’ordre est l’humour, cette barrière s’effondrera. Ici, même la cuisine est amusante : boulettes de pâte, poisson salé, biscuits de mer et toutons. N’oubliez surtout pas de goûter la « nouvelle cuisine » et le célèbre rhum de Terre-Neuve dans un pub celtique de la rue George, où vous découvrirez également une danse de groupe nommée running the goat, qui est accompagnée d’airs traditionnels entraînants.
Les rues abruptes bordées de maisons de bois aux couleurs vives descendent jusqu’au port. Dans le vieux St. John's, admirez des maisons victoriennes restaurées et les 26 vitraux de la Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, dont la construction s’est terminée en 1855. En octobre, envahissez les rues à l’occasion du Mardi gras. Si vous êtes de passage en ville l’été, ne ratez pas le George Street Festival, qui s’étire sur six jours. Enfin, le Nickel Independent Film Festival, nommé en hommage au défunt théâtre Nickel, se tient chaque année. À St. John's, quelle que soit la saison, vous trouverez un festival qui vous convient!
Source: la Commission canadienne du tourisme
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Stephenville is located on the west coast of the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Stephenville is surrounded by the ocean, lakes, rivers, forests and mountains that exemplify the best of the Newfoundland outdoors. The climate is conducive of a lifestyle that includes outdoor activities. The 1.2 billion-year-old Long Range Mountains are on the north, east and south. The highest geographic point on the island of Newfoundland, Cabox in the Lewis Hills, is within hiking distance.
The town of Stephenville is a starting point for a number of scenic drives. A jewel in Stephenville's cultural crown, The Stephenville Theatre Festival, produces professional theatre every summer season and is committed to an involvement in cultural activities throughout the year.
Harry's River, Fox Island River, Southwest Brook and Barachois Brook flow out of the mountains near Stephenville. All offer excellent kayaking, canoeing and salmon fishing.
Source: Town of Stephenville
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