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23 Epic Things to Do in Corner Brook, Newfoundland in Summer
The wild and rugged coast of Western Newfoundland is full of awe-inspiring experiences, and the charming city of Corner Brook is the perfect gateway to adventure. Whether you’re hiking scenic trails, zip-lining over waterfalls, or indulging in local cuisine, there’s no shortage of things to do in Corner Brook, Newfoundland. Nestled between the Long Range…
Best Spring Hiking Trails in Western Newfoundland
Spring has officially arrived even if it still feels wintery, but it won’t be long before the snow melts and the sunny days drive us outside. With our Top 10 Spring Trails in Western Newfoundland round up, we hope to inspire you to get outdoors and on the go in the early part of hiking…
A Newfoundland Travel Guide: How to Plan Your Vacation
Newfoundland is a big, wild place ready to be explored. With this Newfoundland travel guide, I will share with you my tips for traveling around Newfoundland like how to get here, where to stay, how to stay well fed, and areas that deserve your attention. Newfoundland is my favourite place in the whole world, not…
Free Camping in Newfoundland: A Local’s Guide to Boondocking & Wild Camping (2026)
Newfoundland and Labrador is an amazing destination for active adventurers and it’s the perfect place to camp for free. In this Locals Guide to Free Camping in Newfoundland, we want to share with you all the places you can you camp, the ettiequte of free camping and some handy resources to make your trip easier.
Iceberg Alley Newfoundland Road Trip: 4-Day Itinerary
If you’ve ever dreamed of witnessing towering icebergs up close, this is the ultimate adventure for you. Over the course of four days, we embarked on an unforgettable road trip along Newfoundland’s breathtaking coastline, chasing the legendary Iceberg Alley. From rugged coastal hikes to thrilling boat tours, we discovered the best vantage points for spotting…
Hike This: Gros Morne Mountain
Hiking the James Callaghan Trail up and over Gros Morne Mountain in the summer is a popular activity. Likely the most popular trail in Gros Morne National Park but it’s even better in the winter! There are less people there, the views are just as amazing (if not better), and the trail is easier to…
Hike This: Long Range Traverse
Has it already been six years since I was on the Long Range Traverse? Memories are so vivid that it feels like just last summer. Standing at the back of Western Brook Fjord feeling so small, watching the sunrise over the bog, walking with the caribou, it was a very special trek. It was…
Hike This: Cape Blow Me Down Trail
The Cape Blow Me Down Trail (formerly Copper Mine to Cape) is one of the best hikes in the Bay of Islands region. Rising about 650m to the summit, the trail rewards you with 360° views of the entire bay, stretching to the North Arm Hills and even the City of Corner Brook on a…
Top 10 Winter Activities in Newfoundland
Western Newfoundland is an outdoor adventurers paradise. I think people are aware of this for summer adventures, but did you know – you can do just as much OR MORE in the winter?! #1 Activity for Winter Adventures is SNOWSHOEING. Snowshoeing is a great way to enjoy winter and anyone can do it. In the…
Hike This: Tablelands
Last weekend, I adventured up to Gros Morne National Park to sneak in one more hike before the impending snowfall. I have hiked the 2km base trail umpteen times but never have I summited the Tablelands. The Tablelands were the last of the four ophiolites I needed to summit…so off we went! We drove up…
Ultimate Guide to Hiking Gros Morne Mountain Trail (James Callaghan Trail)
Gros Morne Mountain is the iconic summit hike in Gros Morne National Park, Newfoundland—a full-day, legs-on-fire kind of climb that rewards you with a rare arctic-alpine plateau and sweeping views over Ten Mile Pond and the Long Range Mountains. This guide covers the full route (Approach + Summit loop), spring closure dates, seasonal conditions, weather…
5 Best Places for Wildlife Experiences in Canada
Canada is a dream destination for nature lovers who enjoy wildlife watching and seeing animals in the wild. From coastal rainforests to the Rocky Mountains, to prairie grasslands to Arctic tundra, every region offers a different way to watch wildlife—ethically, safely and all year round. This guide includes what we consider the 5 best places…
Camping in Newfoundland’s Off Season: Where to Stay Beyond the Summer Rush
If you’ve camped in Newfoundland before, you’ve probably noticed the pattern: most provincial parks open on the May long weekend and close right after Labour Day. For years, that’s defined the “camping season” here. But what about the rest of the year? The truth is, more and more Newfoundlanders — and visiting RVers from around…
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