Gros Morne National Park

OVERVIEW

Explore the natural wonders within Gros Morne National Park, an unspoiled setting where you will find one of the world’s finest examples of continental drift. On the drive there, you will pause on occasion to photograph the gorgeous landscape of dense forests, soaring mountains and glacial valleys. The terrain is even more dramatic within the national park. It features such an extraordinary example of continental drift, where deep ocean crust and the earth’s rocky mantle lie exposed, that UNESCO has declared Gros Morne a World Heritage site. Soak in the beauty of the seaside as we enjoy a stroll through the community of Norris Point. You will also enjoy a view of Gros Morne Mountain in the distance, a flattop slice of Arctic tundra far south of its usual range. Nearby, you will find the lighthouse at Lobster Cove Head, a literal landmark since 1898 and a top spot for whale watching.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Settle in and enjoy a leisurely, immensely picturesque drive to Gros Morne National Park.
• In the distance, see a rare and extraordinary example of continental drift within the national park from the Western Brook lookout.
• Learn why UNESCO has deemed the national park a World Heritage site.
• Enjoy a delicious, local seafood lunch and Newfoundland berry dessert at one of the nearby restaurants.
• Observe geological wonders within the visitor center.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.