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Ports of Labrador
Labrador
Batteau
Destination Labrador
Latitude: 53º24’ N
Longitude: 55º46’ W
Until about 1968, Batteau was a year round settlement. It is now a summer fishing station.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 3 m
Berth Lengths: 12 m
Note: Anchorages available. Please consult Sailing Directions (Atl120) for more information.
Contact:
Randy Letto
Executive Director
Destination Labrador
PO Box 1239, Station C
Happy Valley-Goose Bay, NL
A0P 1C0
Phone: 709 896-6507
Email: randy@destinationlabrador.com
Battle Harbour
Destination Labrador
Latitude: 52º16’20’ N
Longitude: 55º35’ W
Step back. Way back. Back to the 1700s and expand your learning through restored mercantile premises and museum exhibits on this remote island in the Labrador Sea. Eclipsed in recent decades by changing economies and settlement pattern, the former glory of Battle Harbour has now been revived! Today, the National Historic District premises of Battle Harbour are open to the general public, tour groups, and workshop participants from mid June through to mid September. Discover this island, take a tour and stay on site to experience this fascinating era of Labrador history.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 4.3 m
Berth Lengths: 23.77 m
Contact:
Gail Pearcey
Manager
PO Box 140
Mary’s Harbour, NL
A0K 3P0
Phone: 709 921-6325
Email: information@battleharbour.com
www.battleharbour.com
Gordon Slade, Battle Harbour Historic Trust Inc.
c/o Tessiers Financial
7 Stamps Lane
St. John’s, NL
A1E 3C9
Phone: 709 753-0665
Button Islands
Destination Labrador
Latitude: 60º38’04’N
Longitude: 64º42’25’W
The Button Islands are located in the territory of Nunavut. They are surrounded by Ungava Bay, Hudson Strait, Labrador Sea, and they are on the north side of Gray Strait, measuring 51km2. The Button Islands consist of two groupings of islands lying in a northeast – southeast direction. They are barren, long, and narrow. The two groups are separated by a 0.32km navigable channel. The mid-channel depth is approximately 12ft towards the northeast end.
Port Specifications:
Uninhabited
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 0
Note: Suitable for small craft. Anchorages are available. Please consult Sailing Directions (Atl121) for more information.
Contact:
Randy Letto
Executive Director
Destination Labrador
PO Box 1239, Station C
Happy Valley-Goose Bay, NL
A0P 1C0
Phone: 709 896-6507
Email: randy@destinationlabrador.com
Cape Harrison
Nunatsiavut
Nunatsiavut Cruise Access Permit Required
Latitude: 54º56’47”N
Longitude: 57º42’24”W
Port Specifications:
Uninhabited
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 0
Note: Anchorages available. Please consult Sailing Directions (Atl121) for more information.
Contact:
Kristy Sheppard
Director of Tourism
Dept of Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Nunatsiavut Government
PO Box 47
Rigolet, Nunatsiavut, NL
A0P 1P0
Phone: 709 947-3568
Email: kristy.sheppard@nunatsiavut.com
Cape Mugford
Nunatsiavut
Nunatsiavut Cruise Access Permit Required
Latitude: 57º49’38”N
Longitude: 61º42’32”W
Cape Mugford lies on the remote north eastern coast of Labrador. This region is the site of ancient camps of the early pre-Dorset people, also known as the Independence 1, occupiers of this barren landscape between approximately 4000 and 3400 B.P. Cape Mugford is home to unique volcanic rock formations and one of the two sources along the coast of Labrador of the stone, Ramah Chert – used over 7000 years by the Paleo-Eskimo peoples and the Maritime Artic Indians.
Port Specifications:
Uninhabited
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 0
Note: Anchorages available. Please consult Sailing Directions (Atl121) for more information.
Contact:
Kristy Sheppard
Director of Tourism
Dept of Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Nunatsiavut Government
PO Box 47
Rigolet, Nunatsiavut, NL
A0P 1P0
Phone: 709 947-3568
Email: kristy.sheppard@nunatsiavut.com
Cape Porcupine
Destination Labrador
Latitude: 53º N
Longitude: 57º W
The Headland of Cape Porcupine is a remote point of land on the southeast coast of Labrador. The cape juts out into the Atlantic Ocean in a generally easterly direction and forms a protective barrier from northerly gales for the beach of white sand.
Port Specifications:
Uninhabited
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 0
Note: Anchorages available. Please consult Sailing Directions (Atl120) for more information.
Contact:
Randy Letto
Executive Director
Destination Labrador
PO Box 1239, Station C
Happy Valley-Goose Bay, NL
A0P 1C0
Phone: 709 896-6507
Email: randy@destinationlabrador.com
Cartwright
Destination Labrador
Latitude: 53º42’28’ N
Longitude: 57º00’58’ W
With a population of about 650, Cartwright is the largest community on the southern coast of Labrador. It is located approximately 150 miles east of Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Established in 1770 by Captain George Cartwright of England, Cartwright has a history as a prosperous fur trapping location. This community boasts some of the most beautiful coastal areas on the southern coast of Labrador.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide: 2 m
# of Cruise Berths: 2
Berth Depths: 5.9 m
Berth Lengths: 34 m
Services: Gasoline in limited quantities; Diesel Fuel in limited quantities; Provisions in limited quantities; Medical Services; Fresh Water; Marine Services Centre
Contact:
Shirley Hopkins
Town Clerk
Town of Cartwright
PO Box 129
Cartwright, NL
A0K 1V0
Phone: 709 938-7259
Email: shopkins@nf.aibn.com
Eclipse Harbour
Nunatsiavut
Nunatsiavut Cruise Access Permit Required
Latitude: 59º8’N
Longitude: 64º15’W
Port Specifications:
Uninhabited
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 0
Note: Anchorages available. Please consult Sailing Directions (Atl121) for more information.
Contact:
Kristy Sheppard
Director of Tourism
Dept of Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Nunatsiavut Government
PO Box 47
Rigolet, Nunatsiavut, NL
A0P 1P0
Phone: 709 947-3568
Email: kristy.sheppard@nunatsiavut.com
Groswater Bay
Nunatsiavut
Nunatsiavut Cruise Access Permit Required
Latitude: 54º22’00’N
Longitude: 57º39’57’W
Port Specifications:
Uninhabited
Channel Depth at Low Tide: 12.5 m
# of Cruise Berths: 0
Note: Anchorages available. Please consult Sailing Directions (Atl120) for more information.
Contact:
Kristy Sheppard
Director of Tourism
Dept of Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Nunatsiavut Government
PO Box 47
Rigolet, Nunatsiavut, NL
A0P 1P0
Phone: 709 947-3568
Email: kristy.sheppard@nunatsiavut.com
Happy Valley-Goose Bay
Destination Labrador
Latitude: 53º18’07’ N
Longitude: 60º25’00’ W
The town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay, with a population of nearly 9000, is located at the southwest extremity of Lake Melville, about 200km inland from the Hamilton Inlet on the coast of Labrador. The residents of this scenic community are cosmopolitan, hospitable, and culturally proud. Many are descendants of trappers and fishermen, and love to regale visitors with tales of “the old days.” Everyone will love the traditional food, games, lore, and entertainment for which Labrador is renowned.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide: 4.4 m
# of Cruise Berths: 2
Berth Depths: 5.4 m (West Dock) - 5.6 m (Main Dock)
Berth Lengths: 50.9 m
Services: Medical Services; Air Service; Pilotage available but not compulsory; Gasoline; Diesel Fuel; Fresh Water
Contact:
Hayward Broomfield
Town Clerk
Town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay
PO Box 40, Stn B
Happy Valley-Goose Bay, NL
A0P 1E0
Phone: 709 896-3321
Email: tourpkrec@happyvalley-goosebay.com
www.happyvalley-goosebay.com
Hebron
Nunatsiavut
Nunatsiavut Cruise Access Permit Required
Nunatsiavut Archeology Permit Required
Latitude: 58º12’0”N
Longitude: 62º37’34”W
Hebron, located nearly 150 miles north of Nain, was founded in 1831, and was inhabited until 1959. The massive Moravian Mission House, completed in 1836, is the most prominent structure and is still holding out against the elements. This area is now protected as a National Historic Site.
Port Specifications:
Uninhabited
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 0
Note: Anchorage available in Hebron Harbour. Please consult Sailing Directions (Atl121) for more information.
Contact:
Kristy Sheppard
Director of Tourism
Dept of Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Nunatsiavut Government
PO Box 47
Rigolet, Nunatsiavut, NL
A0P 1P0
Phone: 709 947-3568
Email: kristy.sheppard@nunatsiavut.com
Hopedale
Nunatsiavut
Nunatsiavut Cruise Access Permit Required
Latitude: 55º28’02”N
Longitude: 60º12’11”W
Hopedale is situated 140 miles due north of Groswater Bay. Agvituk, the original Inuktitut name for Hopedale, means “place of the whales.” Moravian Missionaries from Germany arrived here in 1782 and it appears that the name was changed shortly thereafter. You will be struck by the Moravian Mission Museum, one of the oldest standing buildings from that period. The community is rich in culture and traditional Inuit practices.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide: 8.5 m
# of Cruise Berths: 2
Berth Depths: 4.9 – 5.7 m; 5.2 m
Berth Lengths: 25 m; 32 m
Services: Provisions in limited quantities; Air Service; Medical Services; Gasoline in limited quantities; Diesel Fuel in limited quantities; Fresh Water
Contact:
Julianna Mitchell
Town Clerk
Town of Hopedale
PO Box 190
Hopedale, NL
A0P 1G0
Phone: 709 933-3490
Email: towncouncilhopedale@nf.aibn.com
Killiniq Island
Destination Labrador
Latitude: 60º22’ N
Longitude: 64º37’ W
Killiniq Island is a small, remote island located at the extreme northern tip of Labrador between Ungava Bay and the Labrador Sea. It is notable in that it contains the only land border between Nunavut Territory and Newfoundland and Labrador, as the mainland border between Quebec and Newfoundland and Labrador continues through this littoral island. The northernmost point of Newfoundland and Labrador is Cape Chidley on the Island.
Port Specifications:
Uninhabited
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 0
Note: Anchorage available in Bowdoin Harbour. Please consult Sailing Directions (Atl121) for more information.
Contact:
Randy Letto
Executive Director
Destination Labrador
PO Box 1239, Station C
Happy Valley-Goose Bay, NL
A0P 1C0
Phone: 709 896-6507
Email: randy@destinationlabrador.com
Makkovik
Nunatsiavut
Nunatsiavut Cruise Access Permit Required
Latitude: 55º10’N
Longitude: 59º10’W
Located on the north coast of Labrador lies the community of Makkovik. With a population of 380 people, Makkovik is rich in history and it is said that it is here that the first attempt was made to establish a Moravian Mission. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit the White Elephant Museum and the restored church which coincidentally is situated at the centre of the community. If you are a hunter, it is interesting to note that Labrador boasts the largest headed black bears in the world – come and get your trophy!
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths:
Berth Lengths:
Services: Air Service; Medical Services; Fresh Water; Provisions in limited quantities; Gasoline in limited quantities; Diesel Fuel in limited quantities; Marine Service Centre
Contact:
Terry Rice
Town Manager
Town of Makkovik
PO Box 132
Makkovik, NL
A0P 1J0
Phone: 709 923-2299
Email: townmanager@makkovik.ca
Mealy Mountains National Park Reserve
Destination Labrador
Latitude: 53º24’00’ N
Longitude: 59º22’00’ W
The Mealy Mountains National Park Reserve is Atlantic Canada’s largest national park, covering 11,700km2. Along with the Mealy Mountains, the park protects a large portion of boreal forest, tundra, and 50km of shoreline on the Labrador Sea. Established in 2010, it is inhabited by a variety of wildlife, including the Mealy Mountains woodland caribou herd. An agreement with the native peoples of the area, including the Inuit, Innu, and Métis, allows them to continue to hunt, trap, and fish in the protected area.
Port Specifications:
Uninhabited
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 0
Note: Anchorages available. Please consult Sailing Directions (Atl120) for more information.
Contact:
Randy Letto
Executive Director
Destination Labrador
PO Box 1239, Station C
Happy Valley-Goose Bay, NL
A0P 1C0
Phone: 709 896-6507
Email: randy@destinationlabrador.com
Nachvak Fjord
Nunatsiavut
Nunatsiavut Cruise Access Permit Required
Latitude: 59º04’39’N
Longitude: 63º53’49’W
The Nachvak Fjord is a steeped walled finger of water that reaches 50km from the Labrador Sea. This wild corner of Labrador has everything you may hope for: snow-covered peaks rising out of the deep blue water, thousand foot glaciers that feed waterfalls, herds of caribou, minke whales, and floating pieces of turquoise ice that have drifted in from the ice choked Labrador Sea.
Port Specifications:
Uninhabited
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 0
Berth Depths:
Berth Lengths:
Contact:
Kristy Sheppard
Director of Tourism
Dept of Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Nunatsiavut Government
PO Box 47
Rigolet, Nunatsiavut, NL
A0P 1P0
Phone: 709 947-3568
Email: kristy.sheppard@nunatsiavut.com
www.pc.gc.ca/TorngatMountains
Nain
Nunatsiavut
Nunatsiavut Cruise Access Permit Required
Latitude: 56º33’32’N
Longitude: 61º41’34’W
Established in 1771 by Moravian Missionaries, Nain is the northernmost community in Newfoundland and Labrador. The gateway to the Torngat Mountains National Park, most of the residents are Inuit, whose ancestors have lived in the area for 7000 years. The Inuit practice a traditional lifestyle that is virtually unchanged from that of their ancestors. It is here that you can purchase magnificent soapstone carvings and traditional artwork. Hunting and fishing still form the basic economy as evidenced by the lines of drying artic char and trout, or by bear, seal, and caribou skins tacked to the sides of buildings or stretched on frames to dry.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 6.1 m
Berth Lengths: 50 m
Services: Medical Services; Provisions available in limited quantities; Gasoline available in limited quantities; Diesel Fuel available for limited quantities; Fresh Water; Diving Services
Contact:
Karen Dicker
Town Clerk
Town of Nain
PO Box 400
Nain, NL
A0P 1L0
Phone: 709 922-2842/2209
Email: nainicq@nf.aibn.com
North West River
Destination Labrador
Latitude: 53º31’31’ N
Longitude: 60º08’41’ W
“Central Labrador’s oldest community” is located on the shores of Lake Melville. Formerly known as Fort Smith, Northwest River is a town with over 250 years of history. The community has remained small in size, but its history has made it one of Labrador’s more interesting communities. .
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 0.7 m (least depth)
Berth Lengths:
Services: Provisions available in limited quantities; Gasoline available in limited quantities; Diesel Fuel available for limited quantities; Medical Services
Contact:
Ernie Mclean
Mayor
Town of Northwest River
PO Box 100
Northwest River, NL
A0P 1M0
Phone: 709 497-8533
Email: manager@townofnwr.ca
www.townofnwr.ca
Okak Islands
Nunatsiavut
Nunatsiavut Cruise Access Permit Required
Latitude: 57º30’13”N
Longitude: 61º50’24”W
Okak is an Innu community and Moravian outport that in 1918 was visited by a Moravian ship carrying supplies – and the Spanish influenza. The Spanish influenza reached Okak on November 4th, 1918 after the SS Harmony arrived there with at least one infected crew member onboard. Before the pandemic, Okak was the largest Inuit settlement on Labrador’s coast and one its most prosperous.
Port Specifications:
Uninhabited
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 0
Note: Anchorages available in Okak Harbour. Please consult Sailing Directions (Atl121) for more information.
Contact:
Kristy Sheppard
Director of Tourism
Dept of Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Nunatsiavut Government
PO Box 47
Rigolet, Nunatsiavut, NL
A0P 1P0
Phone: 709 947-3568
Email: kristy.sheppard@nunatsiavut.com
Postville
Nunatsiavut
Nunatsiavut Cruise Access Permit Required
Latitude: 54º54”N
Longitude: 59º47”W
First known as the “Post”, this community of 250 people is located 25-30 miles into the scenic interior of Kaipokok (meaning “frothy water”) Bay. The Post was originally a traditional trading post approximately 110 air miles north-north of Goose bay. You will be awestruck by the quaint smoking houses scattered across the shoreline, and you might even be fortunate enough to taste the smoked Arctic char. Postville’s rugged mountains, fast-flowing rivers, and abundant forests are home to black bears, foxes, wolves, caribou, and even moose. It is also said to have some of the finest rivers in the area for Atlantic salmon.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths:
Berth Depths:
Berth Lengths:
Services: Provisions available in limited quantities; Gasoline available in limited quantities; Diesel Fuel available for limited quantities; Air Service; Fresh Water
Contact:
Melanie Gear
Town Clerk
Town of Postville
PO Box 74
Postville, NL
A0P 1N0
Phone: 709 479-9830
Email: communitycouncil@nf.aibn.com
Ramah
Nunatsiavut
Nunatsiavut Cruise Access Permit Required
Nunatsiavut Archeology Permit Required
Latitude: 58º52”N
Longitude: 63º15”W
Ramah was a small mission run by the Moravian Church in northern Labrador from 1871 to 1908.
Port Specifications:
Uninhabited
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 0
Note: Anchorages available in Ramah Bay. Please consult Sailing Directions (Atl121) for more information.
Contact:
Kristy Sheppard
Director of Tourism
Dept of Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Nunatsiavut Government
PO Box 47
Rigolet, Nunatsiavut, NL
A0P 1P0
Phone: 709 947-3568
Email: kristy.sheppard@nunatsiavut.com
Red Bay
Destination Labrador
Latitude: 51º44’55’ N
Longitude: 56º25’32’ W
Red Bay is a fishing village and former site of several Basque whaling stations on the southern coast of Labrador. Between 1550 and the early 1600s, Red Bay was a major Basque whaling area. The site is home to three Basque whaling galleons and four small chalupas used in the capture of whales. The discovery of these vessels makes Red Bay one of the most precious underwater archaeological sites in the Americas. .
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Depth: 6 m
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 5.6 m (least depth)
Berth Lengths: 30 m
Services: Fresh Water; Gasoline; Diesel Fuel; Provisions
Contact:
Elizabeth Yetman
Town Clerk
Town of Red Bay
PO Box 108
Red Bay, NL
A0K 4K0
Phone: 709 920-3379
Email: redbaytowncouncil@nf.aibn.com
Rigolet
Nunatsiavut
Nunatsiavut Cruise Access Permit Required
Latitude: 54º10’ N
Longitude: 58º26’ W
With a population of 334, Rigolet has a long and prosperous history of fur trapping and fishing. Because of its strategic location on the narrow channel where Lake Melville meets the Labrador Sea, the community was the site of a military installation during World War II, established for the protection of the inland waterway to the Goose Bay air base. The community boasts the second longest boardwalk in the world and holds steadfast to the unique art of grass sewing.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths:
Berth Depths:
Berth Lengths:
Services: Provisions available in limited quantities; Gasoline available in limited quantities; Diesel Fuel available for limited quantities; Medical Services; Air Service
Contact:
Sherry Wolfrey
Town Clerk
Town of Rigolet
PO Box 69
Rigolet, NL
A0P 1P0
Phone: 709 947-3379
Email: townofrigolet@yahoo.com
Saglek Fjord
Nunatsiavut
Nunatsiavut Cruise Access Permit Required
Latitude: 58º28’0”N
Longitude: 63º17’60”W
Located north of Nain, Saglek Fjord offers passengers an opportunity to experience the unspoiled, natural wilderness of Labrador. Stretching many miles inland from the Labrador Sea, Saglek Fjord is majestic and awe-inspiring.
Port Specifications:
Uninhabited
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 0
Notes: Anchorages available. Please consult Sailing Directions (Atl121) for more information.
Contact:
Kristy Sheppard
Director of Tourism
Dept of Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Nunatsiavut Government
PO Box 47
Rigolet, Nunatsiavut, NL
A0P 1P0
Phone: 709 947-3568
Email: kristy.sheppard@nunatsiavut.com
www.pc.gc.ca/TorngatMountains
Torngat Mountains National Park
Nunatsiavut
Nunatsiavut Cruise Access Permit Required
Latitude: 59º26’09’ N
Longitude: 63º51’47’ W
From the Inuktitut word Torngait meaning “place of spirits”, the Torngat Mountains have been home to Inuit and their predecessors for thousands of years. The spectacular wilderness of this National Park comprises 9,700km2 of the northern Labrador mountains natural region. The mountain peaks along the border of Quebec are the highest in mainland Canada, east of the Rockies. And with caribou, polar bears, and eagles to your left, and haunted aboriginal voices to your right, you’ll feel new among 3.9 billion year old rock.
Port Specifications:
Uninhabited
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
#of Cruise Berths: 0
Note: Various anchorages available. Please consult Sailing Directions for more information. Torngat Mountains Base Camp and Research Station is located in St. John’s Harbour (Latitude: 58º28’N; Longitude: 62º47’W) and the season runs from mid July – early September.
Contact:
Kristy Sheppard
Director of Tourism
Dept of Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Nunatsiavut Government
PO Box 47
Rigolet, Nunatsiavut, NL
A0P 1P0
Phone: 709 947-3568
Email: kristy.sheppard@nunatsiavut.com
www.pc.gc.ca/TorngatMountains
Williams Harbour
Destination Labrador
Latitude: 52º17'59" N
Longitude: 56º W
Williams Harbour is located on the south side of Granby Island in Alexis Bay, about 35km east of Port Hope Simpson. It is accessible by boat and air during the summer and by snowmobile in the winter freeze. Until the late 1970S, Williams Harbour was used only as a summer fishing stations of nearby Rexon’s Cove or Port Hope Simpson. .
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 4.8 m
Berth Lengths: 19 m
Services: Provisions available in limited quantities; Gasoline available in limited quantities; Diesel Fuel available for limited quantities; Fresh Water
Contact:
George Russell
Chairperson
Local Service District
General Delivery
Williams Harbour, NL
A0K 5V0
Phone: 709 924-0287
Wonderstands
Destination Labrador
Latitude: 53º N
Longitude: 57º W
The Wonderstrands get their name from the saga of Eric the Red. The line of sand glints in the sunshine from a long way offshore. The length is, indeed, wondrous on this famously rocky-bound coast; there is no other shoreline like it on the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador. Beginning 13km north of Cartwright at Sandy Point, it sweeps in a long, graceful scimitar to the rugged peninsula of Cape Porcupine, some 56km in total length. .
Port Specifications:
Uninhabited
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 0
Note: Anchorages available. Please consult Sailing Directions (Atl120) for more information.
Contact:
Randy Letto
Executive Director
Destination Labrador
PO Box 1239, Station C
Happy Valley-Goose Bay, NL
A0P 1C0
Phone: 709 896-6507
Email: randy@destinationlabrador.com
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Ports of Eastern Newfoundland
Eastern
Argentia
Eastern Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 47º18’11”N
Longitude: 53º59’19”W
The world was introduced to the town of Argentia in 1941 when Sir Winston Churchill and Franklin D. Roosevelt met for the first time in Placentia Bay to issue a joint declaration on the purposes of the war against fascism. Following this important meeting, Argentia was built into an American naval base. Passengers can view the changes and impact the war had on this quiet community at the museum of the Atlantic Allies.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide: 1.5 m
# of Cruise Berths: 3
Berth Depths: 7.8 - 11 m
Berth Lengths: 130 – 155 m
Services: Pilotage compulsory in Placentia Bay; Fresh Water; Stevedoring
Contact:
Junior Pomeroy
Port Facilities and Operations
Argentia Management Authority
PO Box 95
Argentia, NL
A0B 1W0
Phone: 709 227-7390
Email: j.pomeroy@argentia.ca
www.argentia.ca
Bay Bulls
Destination St. John’s
Latitude: 47º18’57’N
Longitude: 52º48’37’W
Bay Bulls is a vibrant, growing, and family oriented community of 1200 people situated on the southern shore of the Avalon Peninsula. Bay Bulls was originally founded more than 400 years ago to accommodate the fishery, and the fishing industry still plays an important role in the local economy today. The safe harbours close proximity to international trade routes and offshore oil and gas fields has Bay Bulls well positioned to continue taking advantage of future opportunities. The secret seems to be getting out and Bay Bulls is rapidly becoming a tourist’s hotspot for people wishing to experience pristine seascapes, as well as icebergs, seabirds, and whales in season. Indeed this is a “must see” place with much potential yet to be realized.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 2
Berth Depths: 6.5 m; 1.2 m
Berth Length: 51 m; 81 m
Services: Medical Services; Fresh Water; Waste Oil Collection; Provisions
Contact:
Janet O’Brien
Town Clerk
Town of Bay Bulls
Cemetary Lane West
P.O. Box 70
Bay Bulls, NL
A0A 1C0
Phone: 709 334-3454/709-334-3461
Email: townofbaybulls@nf.aibn.com
www.baybulls.com
Bonavista
Eastern Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 48º39’35’N
Longitude: 53º7’15’W
Come visit the place where legendary John Cabot first made landfall 500 years ago. Experience a piece of history as you a replica of Cabot’s ship “The Matthew” which he sailed from Bristol, England to Bonavista, Newfoundland in 1497. Bonavista has more historic buildings than any other place in Newfoundland, with the exception of St. John’s. Here, you are sure to enjoy strolling along the narrow, winding roads throughout the community or grab the chance to take a magnificent photograph of the town at the top of White Rock, the highest point of land in Bonavista.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide: 4.9 m
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 2.1 – 3.3 m
Berth Lengths: 137 m
Services: Medical Services; Dental Services; Marine Service Centre
Notes: Floating Wharf
Contact:
Betty Fitzgerald
Mayor
Town of Bonavista
PO Box 279
Bonavista, NL
A0C 1B0
Phone: 709 468-7816
Email: town.bonavista@nf.sympatico.ca
www.bonavista.net
Cape Race
Eastern Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 46º39’31”N
Longitude: 53º04’22’W
Cape Race is a point of land located at the southeastern tip of the Avalon Peninsula. Cape Race was the location of Newfoundland’s first wireless communication station. The station was established a couple of years after the first transatlantic message was sent by Marconi from Signal Hill in 1901. Due to the Marconi Station, Cape Race has become a centre for reporting news around the world.
Port Specifications:
Uninhabited
Channel at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 0
Note: Anchorages available nearby. Please consult Sailing Directions (Atl102) for more information.
Contact:
Lisa Neville
Executive Director
Cruise Newfoundland and Labrador
PO Box 21088
St. John’s, NL
A1A 5B2
Phone: 709 738-7606
Email: lneville@CruisetheEdge.com
www.CruisetheEdge.com
Cape St. Mary’s Ecological Reserve
Eastern Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 46º49’20’N
Longitude: 54º11’39’W
Cape St. Mary, one of six seabird ecology reserves protected by the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Park System, is one of the largest, most accessible and spectacular seabird rockeries in the world. Located at the southwestern tip of the Avalon Peninsula, a four-pronged land mass, connected by a narrow strip of land to the rest of the island, the reserve protects hundred of thousands of birds who breed and nest on the islands and coastal cliffs of this rugged landscape. The unfolding of a complex and vivid history that began in the 1500’s includes a most interesting account of the struggle to build and maintain a lighthouse at Cape St. Mary to guide navigators past its formidable headlands.
Port Specifications:
Uninhabited
Channel at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 0
Note: Docking facilities available in the nearby community of St. Bride’s. Vessels longer than 20m are not permitted in the reserve. From April 1 to October 30, motorized vessels are not permitted within 100m of cliffs with nesting seabirds.
Contact:
Tony Power
Manager
Cape St. Mary's Ecological Reserve
33 Reid's Lane
Deer Lake, NL
A8A 2A3
Phone: 709 277-1666
Email: parksinfo@gov.nl.ca
www.env.gov.nl
Conception Bay South
Destination St. John’s
Latitude: 47º31’00”N
Longitude: 52º59’00”W
Visit the gateway to beautiful and historic Conception Bay and you can explore the world famous Manuels River and search for trilobite fossils, spend a day at Topsail Beach, or spend a day on beautiful Conception Bay. With a walk along the coastline that provides a panoramic view of the bay, witness the frolicking humpback whales and colossal icebergs that frequent the Bay throughout the year.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide: 7.9 m
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 6.4 m
Berth Length: 245 m
Services: Medical Services; Dental Services; Gasoline; Diesel Fuel; Fresh Water; Provisions
Note: There are 2 marinas (Foxtrap and the Royal Newfoundland Yacht Club in Long Pond) available for the landing of tenders.
Contact:
Keith Arns
Chief Administrative Officer
Town of Conception Bay South
109 Conception Bay Highway
Conception Bay South, NL
A1W 3A5
Phone: 709 834-6506
Email: karns@conceptionbaysouth.ca
www.conceptionbaysouth.ca
Fortune
Eastern Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 47º04’24”N
Longitude: 55º49’18”W
Fortune is situated on the western side of the Burin Peninsula, and was incorporated as a town in 1945. The name of the town is believed to have originated from the Portuguese word “fortuna” meaning “harbour of good fortune.” The main industry in Fortune is the ocean fishery which employs 400 residents, with the majority of species including cod, flounder, and haddock. Fortune is also the nearest Canadian port for traveling to the French islands of St. Pierre and Miquelon. During the spring and summer months, a ferry connects the two islands with Fortune.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 2
Berth Depths: 4.2 m (least depth); 4.6 m (least depth)
Berth Lengths: 140 m; 82 m
Services: Diesel Fuel; Fresh Water; Marine Service Centre
Contact:
Norma Stacey
Town Clerk
Town of Fortune
PO Box 159
Fortune, NL
A0E 1P0
Phone: 709 832-2810
Email: norma@townoffortune.ca
www.townoffortune.ca
Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve
Eastern Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 46º37’32”N
Longitude: 53º09’41”W
In a piece of Newfoundland’s rugged sea coast on the southeastern tip of the Avalon Peninsula are the impressions of marine creatures that lived more than 565 million years ago. These are the oldest multi-celled fossils in North America and the only deepwater marine fossils of this age found anywhere in the world. Mistaken Point is one of the most important fossil sites of any kind in Canada. In the past, many of the fossils have been cut from the rocks and taken away; however, this is now prohibited under the protection of the wilderness and ecological act. Mistaken Point was proclaimed an ecological reserve in July, 1987.
Port Specifications:
Uninhabited
Channel at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 0
Note: Docking facilities available in the nearby community of Trepassey
Contact:
Dr. Richard Thomas
Manager
Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve
33 Reid’s Lane
Deer Lake, NL
A8A 2A3
Phone: 709 438-1012
Email: richardthomas@gov.nl.ca
www.env.gov.nl.ca
Placentia
Eastern Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 47º14’45”N
Longitude: 53º57’40”W
Rich in history, Placentia was the natural choice for early fishing settlements due to its well-sheltered port and stone-covered beaches apt for drying fish. Maintaining the area’s allure as a strategic location for business while remaining one of the most picturesque communities in Newfoundland and Labrador, Placentia will always be known as “the pleasant place.”
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 2
Berth Depths: 3.4 m; 2.7 m
Berth Lengths: 94 m; 25 m
Services: Pilotage compulsory in Placentia Bay; Provisions; Fuel; Medical Services; Dental Services; Waste Oil Collection
Note: Vessels with a draft over 3m should avoid Placentia Harbour.
Contact:
Ed O’Keefe
Chief Executive Officer
Town of Placentia
PO Box 99
Placentia, NL
A0B 2Y0
Phone: 709 227-2151
Email: townofplacentia@placentia.ca
www.placentia.ca
St. Bride’s
Eastern Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 46º55’19”N
Longitude: 54º10’20”W
St. Brides is a small town on the Cape Shore. It is a fishing community where the largest codfish ever caught was landed in 1905 weighing in at 125lbs. St. Brides is the largest community on the Cape Shore, with a population of approximately 450 people, and serves as an administrative centre. The community is named for the Irish St. Brigid, which reflects the community’s strong ties to the southeast of Ireland.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide: 4.9 m
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 0.9 – 2.3 m
Berth Lengths: 98 m
Services: Fresh Water; Waste Oil Collection
Contact:
Joan Morrissey
Town Clerk
Town of St. Bride’s
General Delivery
St. Bride’s, NL
A0B 2Z0
Phone: 709 337-2160
Email: joanmorrissey01@yahoo.ca
www.k12.nf.ca/fatima/sbcover.htm
St. John’s
Destination St. John’s
Latitude: 47º34’3”N
Longitude: 52º42’26”W
Something new is always happening here in one of North America’s oldest cities. A bit off the beaten track, St. John’s has a long and colourful heritage – and even more colourful row houses. With a metro population of 192,326, St. John’s is a modern city that offers an enticing combination of old world charm, unique architecture, historic and natural attractions, augmented with top notch facilities and services. With this unique and fascinating culture, St. John’s is a place like no other. Its friendly people will lighten your heart while its artists and artisans lift you up. Visit the Rooms – out provincial museum, art gallery, and archives, for a window into our culture both past and present. We’ve got over 9000 years to share. Then, take a boat tour or hike out through the harbour “narrows: to catch a glimpse of frolicking whales. Between it all, steal a moment to just breathe the salty air…
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide: 11.8 m
# of Cruise Berths: 3
Berth Depths: 9.1 m; 9.1 m; 8.9 – 12.3 m
Berth Lengths: 150 m; 150 m; 180 m
Services: CBSA Cruise Ship Operations(CSO) Port; Air Services; Medical Services; Dental Services; Provisions; Gasoline; Diesel Fuel; Marine Lubricants; Organized Quarantine Station; Pilotage compulsory; Ship Repairs; Fresh Water; Tugs available; Garbage, Sewage and Oily Waste Collection
Contact:
Deborah Cook
Tourism Development Coordinator
City of St. John’s
Economic Development, Tourism & Culture
PO Box 908
St. John’s, NL
A1C 5M2
Phone: 709 576-8539
Email: dcook@stjohns.ca
www.cruisestjohns.com
St. Pierre & Miquelon, France
Eastern Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 46º47’N
Longitude: 56º12’W
Europe has never been closer. The quaint island of St. Pierre & Miquelon is a small territory of France that sits just 10km off Newfoundland’s southern coast. Its warm inhabitants and colourful heritage mark the last remnant of France’s once large stake in North America. Let yourself be charmed by the unique characteristics of these French islands, only doorsteps away from Canada. Discover their heritage through the museums and different tours available that enhances the archipelago. Discover nature and landscapes accompanied by people specialized in their field of work.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 2
Berth Depth: 9.5 m; 6 m
Berth Length: 200 m; 85 m
Services: Medical Services; Pilotage compulsory for vessels over 50 tonnes or over 35m long; Minor Repairs; Fresh Water; Diesel Fuel; Provisions in limited quantities
Contact:
Pascal Daireaux
Director of Sales, Tourism Department
Comite Regional du Tourism
Place du Gaulle
BP 4274 9750
Saint-Pierre & Miquelon
Phone: 011 508 41 02 00
Email: promospm@gmail.com
www.tourisme-saint-pierre-et-miquelon.com
Trepassey
Eastern Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 46º44’N
Longitude: 53º21’W
Trepassey originates from the French word trepasses meaning the “dead” or “departed”. It is believed that it acquired this name due to the many shipwrecks that have occurred off the coast. Trepassey is the name of the harbour, bay, and the community.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 2.3 – 4.7 m
Berth Lengths: 86 m
Services: Medical Services; Provisions; Fuel Oil; Fresh Water; Waste Oil Collection
Contact:
Jill McNeil
Town Clerk
Town of Trepassey
PO Box 129
Trepassey, NL
A0A 4B0
Phone: 709 438-2641
Email: jill@townoftrepassey.com
Trinity
Eastern Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 48º22’32”N
Longitude: 53º23’41”W
Trinity has been a viable North Atlantic community for hundred of years. Its defensible harbour, with abundant room for ships of the days, and shores well suited for outbuildings, wharves, and fish flakes, made it ideal for the early migratory fishery.
The preservation of Trinity’s cultural and built heritage has made it perhaps the most notable “heritage community” in the Province. Sustainable growth in existing and new businesses, including theatre, is clearly evident as Trinitarians, along with residents of the surrounding communities, play host to thousands of visitors per year.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide: 22 m
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 2 -5.6 m
Berth Lengths: 25 m
Contact:
Linda Sweet
Town Clerk
Town of Trinity
21 West St.
P.O. Box 42
Trinity, NL
A0C 2S0
Phone: 709 464-3836
Email: counciltrinity@netscape.net
www.townoftrinity.com
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Ports of Central Newfoundland
Central
Botwood
Adventure Central Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 49º09’00’ N
Longitude: 55º22’00’ W
The historical port of Botwood is located along the northeast coast of Newfoundland. Some traveler’s believer Botwood is Newfoundland’s beast kept secret, and it’s not hard to visualize why with its breathtaking scenery set amidst the unspoiled beauty of the Bay of Exploits in Notre Dame Bay.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 8.8 m
Berth Lengths: 82 m
Services: Medical Services; Dental Services; Pilotage compulsory; Minor Repairs; Provisions; Fresh Water; Gasoline; Diesel Fuel
Contact:
Audrey Rowsell
Town Clerk
Town of Botwood
PO Box 490
Botwood, NL
A0H 1E0
Phone: 709 257-2839
Email: botwood@anythonyinsurance.com
town.botwood.nl.ca
Change Islands
Adventure Central Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 49.6º N
Longitude: 54.4º
Change Islands is an artists, tourists, and photographers paradise, rich in geological features and historical architecture, with salt box houses, tidy gardens, and red ochre fishing stages and stores that hug its charming coves. Home of the “Squid Jiggin’ Ground”, the “Newfoundland Cod Trap” and a historic fishing heritage, the community of Change Islands is steeped in the time-handed traditions.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 7.9 m
Berth Lengths: 24 m
Services: Fresh Water
Contact:
Sherry Diamond
Town Clerk
Town of Change Islands
P.O. Box 67
Change Islands, NL
A0G 1R0
Phone: 709 621-4181
www.changeislands.ca
Conne River
Adventure Central Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 47º51’49’ N
Longitude: 55º45’24’ W
The Miawpukek Band Reserve (Conne River) is located on the south east shore of Newfoundland, and covers an area of 14 square miles. Also known as Miawpukek by the Mi’kmaq, Conne River is the only Mi’kmaq community in Newfoundland and Labrador. It was in 1973 that Conne Rive was recognized as a native community by the government of Newfoundland and Labrador, yet archeological evidence proves that Mi’kmaq were in Newfoundland and Labrador for thousands of years.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 4.3 m
Berth Lengths: 35 m
Contact:
Colleen Lambert
Manager, Tourism, Culture, and Recreation
Miawputek Mi’kamawey Mawi’omi
PO Box 10
Conne River, NL
A0H 1J0
Phone: 709 882-2470
Email: recreation@mfngov.ca
www.mfngov.ca
Fogo Island
Adventure Central Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 49º43’ N
Longitude: 54º11’ W
The largest of Newfoundland’s coastal islands, Fogo Island was once called Y del Fogo, meaning “Isle of Fire”. Fogo Island is a fascinating place for a variety of social, geological, and historic reason. The original settlement of the island took place in the 18th century. Today, there are 11 communities on the island, and traces of the Elizabeth English and old Irish dialects can still be heard.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 3 (2 in Fogo Harbour; 1 in Seldom)
Berth Depths: 2.6 – 4.1 m; 2.8 – 3.1 m; 0.7 – 1.7 m
Berth Lengths: 89 m; 52 m; 56 m
Services: Medical Services; Fresh Water; Gasoline; Diesel Fuel; Marine Services Centre
Contact:
Pat Donahue
Town Clerk
Town of Fogo
PO Box 57
Fogo, NL
A0G 2B0
Phone: 709 266-2237
Email: townoffogo@eastlink.ca
www.town-fogo.ca
Fortune Harbour
Adventure Central Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 49º30’34’ N
Longitude: 55º14’16’ W
Fortune Harbour is the site of an old iron ore mine and sits 32km west of Mortens Harbour on the tip of Fortune Harbour Peninsula. For many years, Beothuk Indians living on the peninsula removed red ochre from the local iron deposits to cover themselves and their belongings.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 0
Note: Wharf reported in ruins in 2008. Anchorage available in Southeast Arm. Please consult Sailing Directions (Atl101) for more information.
Contact:
Shannon Pinsent
Executive Director
Adventure Central Newfoundland
5B Bayley St.
Grand Falls-Winsor, NL
A2A 2T5
Phone: 709 489-9887
Email: spinsent@adventurecentralnewfoundland.ca
Gaultois
Adventure Central Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 47º36’ N
Longitude: 55º55’ W
Gaultois comes from the old Norman word “Galtas” meaning pinnacle. Its proximity to superb fishing grounds made it a favored site for settlement since the late 18th century. Discoveries also show Gaultois to have been a site of pre-European occupation, dating back from the last Millennium, B.C, to the first Millennium A.D.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 4.5 m (least depth)
Berth Lengths: 59 m
Contact:
Sylvin Rose
Town Clerk
Town of Gaultois
PO Box 101
Gaultois, NL
A0H 1N0
Phone: 709 841-6546
Email: townofgaultois@hotmail.com
Lewisporte
Adventure Central Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 49’15º N
Longitude: 55’03º W
Notre Dame Bay, in which Lewisporte is located, has been referred to as the “Caribbean of the north” by Canadian Yachting Magazine and is known as the most scenic and peaceful bay in the Province. As a result, Lewisporte has a very active yacht club with over one hundred members. Many yachts visit from all over the world every year, and land loving visitors can take advantage of boat tours and sailing operations. Plus, a network of hiking trials and lookouts offer great vantage point for photographing the rugged splendor of Newfoundland’s northeast coast.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide: 0.6 m
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 15.5 - 16 m
Berth Lengths: 152.4 m
Services: Medical Services; Dental Services; Provisions available in limited quantities; Gasoline available in limited quantities; Diesel Fuel available for limited quantities; Bunker Fuel in limited quantities; Pilotage compulsory; Fresh Water
Contact:
Derek Bennett
Director of Tourism
Town of Lewisporte
PO Box 219
Lewisporte, NL
A0G 3A0
Phone: 709 535-2737
Email: Derek@lewisportecanada.com
www.lewisportecanada.com
Milltown – Head of Bay d’Espoir
Adventure Central Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 47º55’4” N
Longitude: 55º44’36” W
The story of Milltown – Head of Bay d’Espoir is the story of tall tress and more. It’s a place where residents traditionally made their living on land through logging and shipbuilding and while no longer the driving force of the local economy, the forest still plays an important role in the lives of those who call this place home. Through residents’ contributions of stories, photos, and memories, it shows a people who adapted through hardship and change to create a culture and heritage of hard work.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 0
Note: Anchorages available. Please consult Sailing Directions (Atl103) for more information.
Contact:
Kimberley Kendall
Town Clerk
Town of Milltown-Head Bay D'Espoir
P.O. Box 70
Milltown, NL
A0H 1W0
Phone: 709 882-2232
Email: townmhb@personainternet.com
Terra Nova National Park
Adventure Central Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 48º31’50’ N
Longitude: 52º’59’00 W
Terra Nova National Park is a place where long fingers of the North Atlantic Ocean touch the island boreal forests of central Newfoundland. The landscape varies from the rugged cliffs and sheltered inlets to rolling forested hills, bogs, and ponds. Through interpretation at Terra Nova National Park, passengers will learn, experience, and discover all the natural wonders and human history of the park that define the essence of Newfoundland. Quickly discover the friendly atmosphere that has made this area so popular among Newfoundlanders for generations – and you’re invited to share it all.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 2 (Saltons Brook; Headquarters Wharf)
Berth Depths: Saltons: 2.4 m HQ: 3.4 m
Berth Lengths: Saltons: 55 m HQ: 52 m
Services: Fresh Water; Visitor Information Centre at Saltons; Docking Permit required
Contact:
Tara Casey
Promotions Officer
Parks Canada
Terra Nova National Park
General Delivery
Glovertown, NL
A0G 2L0
Phone: 709 533-3190
Email: tara.casy@pc.gc.ca
www.pc.gc.ca/TerraNova
Twillingate
Adventure Central Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 49º38’40’ N
Longitude: 54º44’37’ W
Twillingate is a small island located in the North Atlantic, and is one of the most picturesque outports Newfoundland and Labrador has to offer. Affectionately known as the “iceberg capital of the world”, Twillingate is located on the edge of “iceberg alley” where each year many iceberg giants, some of which are 10,000 years old, quietly float through and people travel from all over the world in hopes of catching a glimpse. Be sure to bring your camera to help capture the beauty that is the “iceberg capital of the world”.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths:1
Berth Depths: 3.4 - 9.4 m
Berth Lengths: 50 m
Services: Medical Services; Dental Services; Pilotage available but not compulsory
Contact:
David Burton
Town Clerk
Town of Twillingate
PO Box 220
Twillingate, NL
A0G 4M0
Phone: 709 884-2438/2433
www.townoftwillingate.ca
Botwood
Adventure Central Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 49º09’00’ N
Longitude: 55º22’00’ W
The historical port of Botwood is located along the northeast coast of Newfoundland. Some traveler’s believer Botwood is Newfoundland’s beast kept secret, and it’s not hard to visualize why with its breathtaking scenery set amidst the unspoiled beauty of the Bay of Exploits in Notre Dame Bay.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 8.8 m
Berth Lengths: 82 m
Services: Medical Services; Dental Services; Pilotage compulsory; Minor Repairs; Provisions; Fresh Water; Gasoline; Diesel Fuel
Contact:
Audrey Rowsell
Town Clerk
Town of Botwood
PO Box 490
Botwood, NL
A0H 1E0
Phone: 709 257-2839
Email: botwood@anythonyinsurance.com
town.botwood.nl.ca
Change Islands
Adventure Central Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 49.6º N
Longitude: 54.4º
Change Islands is an artists, tourists, and photographers paradise, rich in geological features and historical architecture, with salt box houses, tidy gardens, and red ochre fishing stages and stores that hug its charming coves. Home of the “Squid Jiggin’ Ground”, the “Newfoundland Cod Trap” and a historic fishing heritage, the community of Change Islands is steeped in the time-handed traditions.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 7.9 m
Berth Lengths: 24 m
Services: Fresh Water
Contact:
Sherry Diamond
Town Clerk
Town of Change Islands
P.O. Box 67
Change Islands, NL
A0G 1R0
Phone: 709 621-4181
www.changeislands.ca
Conne River
Adventure Central Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 47º51’49’ N
Longitude: 55º45’24’ W
The Miawpukek Band Reserve (Conne River) is located on the south east shore of Newfoundland, and covers an area of 14 square miles. Also known as Miawpukek by the Mi’kmaq, Conne River is the only Mi’kmaq community in Newfoundland and Labrador. It was in 1973 that Conne Rive was recognized as a native community by the government of Newfoundland and Labrador, yet archeological evidence proves that Mi’kmaq were in Newfoundland and Labrador for thousands of years.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 4.3 m
Berth Lengths: 35 m
Contact:
Colleen Lambert
Manager, Tourism, Culture, and Recreation
Miawputek Mi’kamawey Mawi’omi
PO Box 10
Conne River, NL
A0H 1J0
Phone: 709 882-2470
Email: recreation@mfngov.ca
www.mfngov.ca
Fogo Island
Adventure Central Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 49º43’ N
Longitude: 54º11’ W
The largest of Newfoundland’s coastal islands, Fogo Island was once called Y del Fogo, meaning “Isle of Fire”. Fogo Island is a fascinating place for a variety of social, geological, and historic reason. The original settlement of the island took place in the 18th century. Today, there are 11 communities on the island, and traces of the Elizabeth English and old Irish dialects can still be heard.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 3 (2 in Fogo Harbour; 1 in Seldom)
Berth Depths: 2.6 – 4.1 m; 2.8 – 3.1 m; 0.7 – 1.7 m
Berth Lengths: 89 m; 52 m; 56 m
Services: Medical Services; Fresh Water; Gasoline; Diesel Fuel; Marine Services Centre
Contact:
Pat Donahue
Town Clerk
Town of Fogo
PO Box 57
Fogo, NL
A0G 2B0
Phone: 709 266-2237
Email: townoffogo@eastlink.ca
www.town-fogo.ca
Fortune Harbour
Adventure Central Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 49º30’34’ N
Longitude: 55º14’16’ W
Fortune Harbour is the site of an old iron ore mine and sits 32km west of Mortens Harbour on the tip of Fortune Harbour Peninsula. For many years, Beothuk Indians living on the peninsula removed red ochre from the local iron deposits to cover themselves and their belongings.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 0
Note: Wharf reported in ruins in 2008. Anchorage available in Southeast Arm. Please consult Sailing Directions (Atl101) for more information.
Contact:
Shannon Pinsent
Executive Director
Adventure Central Newfoundland
5B Bayley St.
Grand Falls-Winsor, NL
A2A 2T5
Phone: 709 489-9887
Email: spinsent@adventurecentralnewfoundland.ca
Gaultois
Adventure Central Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 47º36’ N
Longitude: 55º55’ W
Gaultois comes from the old Norman word “Galtas” meaning pinnacle. Its proximity to superb fishing grounds made it a favored site for settlement since the late 18th century. Discoveries also show Gaultois to have been a site of pre-European occupation, dating back from the last Millennium, B.C, to the first Millennium A.D.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 4.5 m (least depth)
Berth Lengths: 59 m
Contact:
Sylvin Rose
Town Clerk
Town of Gaultois
PO Box 101
Gaultois, NL
A0H 1N0
Phone: 709 841-6546
Email: townofgaultois@hotmail.com
Lewisporte
Adventure Central Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 49’15º N
Longitude: 55’03º W
Notre Dame Bay, in which Lewisporte is located, has been referred to as the “Caribbean of the north” by Canadian Yachting Magazine and is known as the most scenic and peaceful bay in the Province. As a result, Lewisporte has a very active yacht club with over one hundred members. Many yachts visit from all over the world every year, and land loving visitors can take advantage of boat tours and sailing operations. Plus, a network of hiking trials and lookouts offer great vantage point for photographing the rugged splendor of Newfoundland’s northeast coast.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide: 0.6 m
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 15.5 - 16 m
Berth Lengths: 152.4 m
Services: Medical Services; Dental Services; Provisions available in limited quantities; Gasoline available in limited quantities; Diesel Fuel available for limited quantities; Bunker Fuel in limited quantities; Pilotage compulsory; Fresh Water
Contact:
Derek Bennett
Director of Tourism
Town of Lewisporte
PO Box 219
Lewisporte, NL
A0G 3A0
Phone: 709 535-2737
Email: Derek@lewisportecanada.com
www.lewisportecanada.com
Milltown – Head of Bay d’Espoir
Adventure Central Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 47º55’4” N
Longitude: 55º44’36” W
The story of Milltown – Head of Bay d’Espoir is the story of tall tress and more. It’s a place where residents traditionally made their living on land through logging and shipbuilding and while no longer the driving force of the local economy, the forest still plays an important role in the lives of those who call this place home. Through residents’ contributions of stories, photos, and memories, it shows a people who adapted through hardship and change to create a culture and heritage of hard work.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 0
Note: Anchorages available. Please consult Sailing Directions (Atl103) for more information.
Contact:
Kimberley Kendall
Town Clerk
Town of Milltown-Head Bay D'Espoir
P.O. Box 70
Milltown, NL
A0H 1W0
Phone: 709 882-2232
Email: townmhb@personainternet.com
Terra Nova National Park
Adventure Central Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 48º31’50’ N
Longitude: 52º’59’00 W
Terra Nova National Park is a place where long fingers of the North Atlantic Ocean touch the island boreal forests of central Newfoundland. The landscape varies from the rugged cliffs and sheltered inlets to rolling forested hills, bogs, and ponds. Through interpretation at Terra Nova National Park, passengers will learn, experience, and discover all the natural wonders and human history of the park that define the essence of Newfoundland. Quickly discover the friendly atmosphere that has made this area so popular among Newfoundlanders for generations – and you’re invited to share it all.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 2 (Saltons Brook; Headquarters Wharf)
Berth Depths: Saltons: 2.4 m HQ: 3.4 m
Berth Lengths: Saltons: 55 m HQ: 52 m
Services: Fresh Water; Visitor Information Centre at Saltons; Docking Permit required
Contact:
Tara Casey
Promotions Officer
Parks Canada
Terra Nova National Park
General Delivery
Glovertown, NL
A0G 2L0
Phone: 709 533-3190
Email: tara.casy@pc.gc.ca
www.pc.gc.ca/TerraNova
Twillingate
Adventure Central Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 49º38’40’ N
Longitude: 54º44’37’ W
Twillingate is a small island located in the North Atlantic, and is one of the most picturesque outports Newfoundland and Labrador has to offer. Affectionately known as the “iceberg capital of the world”, Twillingate is located on the edge of “iceberg alley” where each year many iceberg giants, some of which are 10,000 years old, quietly float through and people travel from all over the world in hopes of catching a glimpse. Be sure to bring your camera to help capture the beauty that is the “iceberg capital of the world”.
Port Specifications:
Channel at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths:1
Berth Depths: 3.4 - 9.4 m
Berth Lengths: 50 m
Services: Medical Services; Dental Services; Pilotage available but not compulsory
Contact:
David Burton
Town Clerk
Town of Twillingate
PO Box 220
Twillingate, NL
A0G 4M0
Phone: 709 884-2438/2433
www.townoftwillingate.ca
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Ports of Western Newfoundland
Western
Aaron Cove
Western Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 47º37’ N
Longitude: 57º38’ W
Aaron Arm is an unincorporated community near Burgeo, Newfoundland.
Port Specifications:
Uninhabited
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 0
Contact:
Laura Walbourne
Marketing Manager
Western Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
RR1 Box 2324
Corner Brook, NL
A2H 2N2
Phone: 709 639-9260
Email: laura@gowesternnewfoundland.com
Bay of Islands
Western Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 49º07’57’ N
Longitude: 58º15’51’ W
A bay located on the west coast of Newfoundland, the Bay of Islands is also named for the many small islands that are scattered throughout, some of which were populated for generations with fishing families, but since the mid 20th century the Islands have been used mainly for recreational camping and cottages.
Port Specifications:
Please see Corner Brook and Cox’s Cove for Port Specifications.
Contact:
Laura Walbourne
Marketing Manager
Western Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
RR1 Box 2324
Corner Brook, NL
A2H 2N2
Phone: 709 639-9260
Email: laura@gowesternnewfoundland.com
Bonne Bay
Western Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 49º33’ N
Longitude: 57º55’ W
Located on the western side of Newfoundland, Bonne Bay, with a population of about 7000, separates the Great Northern Peninsula from the rest of the Island, and is a part of Gros Morne National Park. It is separated into two sections: Inner Bonne Bay, and Outer Bonne Bay. Inner Bonne Bay consists of two arms, one which is south which has wooded coves and beach landings. Outer Bonne Bay consists of the entrance to the fjord of Bonne Bay.
Port Specifications:
Please see Woody Point and Norris Point for Port Specifications.
Contact:
Jacqueline Blachard
Town Clerk
Town of Woody Point
PO Box 100
Woody Point, NL
A0K 1P0
Phone: 709 453-2273
Email: townofwoodypoint@live.com
woodypoint.ca
Burgeo
Western Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 47º37’N
Longitude: 57º38’W
Burgeo has a rich history of nearly 500 years, when it is believed by some that the area was discovered by the Portuguese and given the name Virgio. The 1970’s saw the first influx of permanent settlers who made a living fishing inshore waters, mainly for cod. In the early years, Burgeo was, in essence, several smaller communities that were growing and it is inevitable that they would merge and become one. The Town of Burgeo was officially incorporated in 1950.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 3
Berth Depths: 4.3 – 5 m; 3.4 m (least depth); 5 m
Berth Lengths: 52 m; 25 m; 19 m
Services: Pilotage not compulsory but recommended; Medical Services; Fuel; Fresh Water; Marine Services Centre
Contact:
Blaine Marks
Town Clerk
Town of Burgeo
PO Box 220
Burgeo, NL
A0N 2H0
Phone: 709 886-2250
Email: townofburgeo@gmail.com
www.burgeonl.com
Channel - Port aux Basques
Western Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 47º34’00’ N
Longitude: 59º09’00’ W
Known as the “gateway to Newfoundland”, Channel – Port aux Basques has been welcoming visitors for 500 years, from Basque fishermen in the 1500’s who found the ice free harbour a safe haven, to ferry passengers who commenced arriving on the “Bruce” steamship in 1898 to take the railway across the Island. Port aux Basques is one of the province’s oldest towns and is home to the Rose Blanche Lighthouse – built in 1873, it’s the only restored granite lighthouse in Atlantic Canada and features rustic and historic charm. Ferry service to mainland Canada also arrives/departs from this port.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 2
Berth Depths: 4.9 m (least depth); 3.7 m (least depth)
Berth Lengths: 70 m; 52 m
Services: Provisions available in limited quantities; Gasoline available in limited quantities; Diesel Fuel available for limited quantities; Fresh Water available in limited quantities; Medical Services; Dental Services; Pilotage available but not compulsory
Contact:
Bruce Billard
Economic Development Officer
Town of Channel-Port aux Basques
PO Box 70
Port aux Basques, NL
A0M 1C0
Phone: 709 695-5775
Email: bbillard@portauxbasques.ca
www.portauxbasques.ca
Codroy Valley
Western Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 47.7º N
Longitude: 59.3º W
The Codroy Valley is a region steeped in history located on the southwestern corner of Newfoundland. From the early days of Acadian and Scottish settlement, this area has provided a fertile land, not only for agriculture, but for music, heritage, culture, and community. Land and sea is a way of life here, and all yours to escape to.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 2
Berth Depths: 1.2 – 3.1 m; 1.3 – 2.8 m
Berth Lengths: 77 m; 61 m
Contact:
Alice Keeping
Chair
Cruise Committee
PO Box 71
Doyles, NL
A0N 1J0
Phone: 709 955-2058
Email: grandcodroyrvcamping@nf.sympatico.ca
Corner Brook
Western Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 48º57’ N
Longitude: 57º58’ W
This is adventures hometown! Located at the mouth of the Humber River in the beautiful fjord-like Bay of Islands, 25 miles inland from the Gulf of St. Lawrence, is the City of Corner Brook – the second largest city on the Island of Newfoundland. Rich history and culture combine delightfully in the colourful city. Visitors are touched by the genuine warmth of the people and inspired by the raw, unspoiled natural beauty of Corner Brook. With walking and hiking trails, biking, river rafting, and zipling just minutes from dockside, there are endless opportunites to enjoy nature at its finest. Make sure to bring your camera if you visit nearby Gros Morne National Park – the spectacular scenery will take your breath away.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide: 46 m
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 10 m
Berth Lengths: 362 m
Services: CBSA Cruise Ship Operations (CSO) Port; Fresh Water; Supplies; Bunker and Diesel Fuel; Gas and Lubricants; Minor Repairs; Medical Services; Air Service; Port Operations Personnel; Security; Stevedoring; International Garbage Disposal; Grey / Black Water & Sludge Removal; Pilotage compulsory
Contact:
Nora Fever
Business Development Manager
Corner Brook Port Corporation
PO Box 1165
RA Pollett Building, 61 Riverside Drive
Corner Brook, NL
A2H 6T2
Phone: 709 634-6600
Email: nfever@cornerbrookport.com
www.cornerbrookport.com
Cox’s Cove
Western Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 49º07’ N
Longitude: 58º04’ W
Home to ancient cultures for thousands of years, this wild and beautiful landscape now attracts admirers from around the world with its rich history and breathtaking scenery.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide: 46 m
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 3.9 m (least depth)
Berth Lengths: 32 m
Contact:
Tony Oxford
Mayor
Town of Cox’s Cove
PO Box 100
Cox’s Cove, NL
A0L 1C0
Phone: 709 688-2900
Email: tony@truenorthtours.ca
Francois
Western Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 47º35’ N
Longitude: 56º45’ W
Francois, pronounced, and sometimes spelt as “Frans-Way” by the locals, is located on a small narrow strip of land at the head of a steep-walled rocky fjord. Francois is one of the few outports on the south coast of Newfoundland to survive the resettlement programs of Newfoundland’s first Premier, Joey Smallwood. Whether you are walking along the narrow, uninhabited roads, hiking the large mountains which surround the community, visiting the hot springs (thought to be the only one in Eastern Canada), or just socializing with the hospitable residents of the town, peace and serenity can be found around every corner.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide: 25 m
# of Cruise Berths: 2
Berth Depths: 4.2 m (least depth); 2.7 m (least depth)
Berth Lengths: 28 m; 21 m
Contact:
Sharon Durnford
Chair
Tourism Committee
General Delivery
Francois, NL
A0N 2K0
Phone: 709 842-3461
Email: sharondurnford@hotmail.com
Garia Bay
Western Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 47° 40' 60" N
Longitude: 58° 32' 55" W
Port Specifications:
Uninhabited
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 0
Note: Suitable only for small vessels. Please consult Sailing Directions (At103) for more information.
Contact:
Laura Walbourne
Marketing Manager
Western Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
RR1 Box 2324
Corner Brook, NL
A2H 2N2
Phone: 709 639-9260
Email: laura@gowesternnewfoundland.com
Grand Bruit
Western Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 47º40’ N
Longitude: 58º14’ W
Only accessible by boat, Grand Bruit is a quaint isolated fishing community. A visit to this picturesque village will take you on a path that is dotted with brightly coloured houses, providing an opportunity to meet with the friendly people of Grand Bruit. Because of its safe and interesting location, the Grand Bruit harbour has become a popular resting point for visitors to the area by way of pleasure crafts. Naturally and traditionally Newfoundland, the settlement of Grand Bruit remains among the now few isolated fishing communities on the island offering a truly unique experience that is filled with the rich culture and heritage of outport Newfoundland. Grand Bruit was abandoned and closed in 2010.
Port Specifications:
Uninhabited
Channel Depth at Low tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 0
Note: Wharf no longer maintained. Anchorage available. Please consult Sailing Directions (Atl103) for more information.
Contact:
Laura Walbourne
Marketing Manager
Western Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
RR1 Box 2324
Corner Brook, NL
A2H 2N2
Phone: 709 639-9260
Email: laura@gowesternnewfoundland.com
Grey River
Western Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 47º35’ N
Longitude: 53º06’14’ W
Grey River was first settled in the early 1800s by English “youngsters” brought to Newfoundland via great merchant houses based at Ramea, Burgeo, and Gaultois. As in the past, Grey River is primarily a fishing community where small-boat fishers harvest a variety of species including ground fish, lobster, and scallops which is sold to outside interests.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 5.2 m
Berth Lengths: 28 m
Contact:
Shawn Peach
Chairperson
Local Service District
General Delivery
Grey River, NL
A0M 1H0
Phone: 709 296-4115
Gros Morne National Park
Western Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 49º41’22’ N
Longitude: 57º44’17’ W
This is where the continents collided. Literally. Anchored around a deep fjord carved by glaciers, Gros Morne National Park was designated a UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) World Heritage Site in 1987. It is an area of great natural beauty with a rich variety of scenery, wildlife, and recreational activities. Visitors can hike through wild, uninhabited mountains and camp by the sea. Boat tours bring visitors under the towering cliffs of a freshwater fjord carved out by glaciers. Waterfalls, marine inlets, sea stacks, sandy beaches, and colourful nearby fishing villages complete the phenomenal natural and cultural surroundings of Gros Morne National Park of Canada.
Port Specifications:
Please see Woody Point and Norris Point for Port Specifications.
Contact:
Jacqueline Blanchard
Town Clerk
Town of Woody Point
P.O Box 100
Woody Point, NL
A0K 1P0
Phone: 709 453-2273
Email: townofwoodypoint@live.com
www.pc.gc.ca/GrosMorne
L’Anse aux Meadows
Western Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 51º35’42’ N
Longitude: 55º31’52’ W
At L’Anse aux Meadows, you can almost see them pulling their longboats up on shore, and almost hear their voices. The Vikings landed on this barren point of land in northern Newfoundland and established the continents first European settlement. Exhibits highlight the Viking lifestyle, artifacts, and the archeological discovery of the site. Visitors can also explore the hiking trails to nearby bays and lakes.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 1.8 m
Berth Lengths: 39 m
Contact:
Theresa Burden
Tourism Development Officer
Town of St. Anthony
PO Box 430
St. Anthony, NL
A0K 4S0
Phone: 709 454-3453 ext.222
Email: tburden@nf.aibn.com
www.pc.gc.ca/lhn-nhs
Norris Point
Western Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 49º31’ N
Longitude: 57º53’ W
Norris Point is a picturesque Newfoundland coastal community located at the doorsteps of Gros Morne National Park. The community gets its name from the man, Neddie Norris, who is credited with being the first European to settle in this area. Norris Point lookout and Jenniex Heritage House are a photographer’s delight with breathtaking views of Norris Point and the Tablelands.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 5.1 – 6 m
Berth Lengths: 40 m
Services: Medical Services
Contact:
Regina Organ
Town Clerk
Town of Norris Point
PO Box 119
Norris Point, NL
A0K 3V0
Phone: 709 458-2896
Email: info@norrispoint.ca
www.norrispoint.ca
Port au Choix
Western Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 50.7º’ N
Longitude: 57.4º’ W
Located on the west side of Newfoundland’s Great Northern Peninsula, Port au Choix has been populated for more than 4500 years, due in part to the area’s rich marine resources. Declared a National Historic Site in 1984, Port au Choix offers a fascinating glimpse into the past of the aboriginal peoples who first inhabited this Province.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide: 4.4 m
# of Cruise Berths: 3
Berth Depths: 3.4 m; 4.6 m (least depth); 3 – 4.6 m
Berth Lengths: 50 m; 150 m; 62.5 m
Services: Gasoline; Diesel Fuel; Fresh Water
Contact:
Annette Payne
Town Clerk
Town of Port au Choix
PO Box 89
Port au Choix, NL
A0K 4C0
Phone: 709 861-3409
Email: portauchoix@nf.aibn.com
Ramea
Western Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 47º31’ N
Longitude: 57º22’ W
Ramea is a fascinating place to explore by mountain bike. A scenic walking trail provides a splendid view of the coastline and leads to the 100 year old lighthouse, where ancient granite rock formations lie below the lighthouse tower. For those who like the view from above, climb the steps to the top of “Man-O-War Hill”, or visit the viewing and picnic area, to experience a breathtaking view of the Ramea Islands and miles of clear blue ocean. With several high peaks, this once thriving fishing village located on the Northwest Island was a refuge from stormy seas and the stories still remain.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 3
Berth Depths: 7 m (least depth); 4.6 – 7 m; 4.9 – 6 m
Berth Lengths: 18 m; 47 m; 33 m
Services: Pilotage recommended; Diesel Fuel available in limited quantities; Gasoline available in limited quantities; Fresh Water available in limited quantities
Contact:
Una Sibley
Chairperson
Cruise Committee
General Delivery
Ramea, NL
A0N 2J0
Phone: 709 625-2328
Email: rockislandgirl@hotmail.com
St. Anthony
Western Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 51º22’21’ N
Longitude: 55º35’41’ W
The most northern town on the Island of Newfoundland, St. Anthony is one of the best spots to view icebergs and whales in the world. In 1900, Dr. Wilfred Grenfell chose St. Anthony as the site for a hospital to serve Northern Newfoundland and eventually moved the headquarters of the International Grenfell Association here. This rich cultural wonder also offers hiking trails, museums, galleries, and a wilderness lodge with everything from fly fishing to nature photo safaris.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide: 9 m
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 6.4 m
Berth Lengths: 61.5 m
Services: Medical Services; Dental Services; Air Services; Fuel; Provisions
Contact:
Theresa Burden
Tourism Development Officer
Town of St. Anthony
PO Box 430
St. Anthony, NL
A0K 4S0
Phone: 709 454-3453 ext.222
Email: tburden@nf.aibn.com
www.town.stanthony.nf.ca
Stephenville
Western Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 48º32’ N
Longitude: 58º33’ W
Located in scenic Bay St. George, the Town of Stephenville is surrounded by the ocean, lakes, rivers, forests, and mountains that exemplify the best of the Newfoundland outdoors, as the 1.2 billion-year-old Long Range Mountains are on the north, east, and south!
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide: 8.7 m
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 9.2 m
Berth Lengths: 293 m
Services: Air Service; Medical Services; Provisions; Minor Repairs; Pilotage compulsory
Contact:
Barry Coates
Town Manager
Town of Stephenville
PO Box 420
Stephenville, NL
A2N 2Z5
Phone: 709 643-8360/8366
Email: manager@town.stephenville.nf.ca
town.stephenville.nf.ca
Woody Point
Western Newfoundland Destination Management Organization
Latitude: 49º30’ N
Longitude: 56º12’W
Woody Point is a beautiful and historic town located in the heart of Gros Morne National Park. Surrounded by the breathtaking landscape of Gros Morne National Park, writers, artists, and scientists from all over the world are drawn to its beauty. Woody Point has a beautiful waterfront with many heritage buildings and in 2010 was designated a Registered Heritage District.
Port Specifications:
Channel Depth at Low Tide:
# of Cruise Berths: 1
Berth Depths: 3.1 m
Berth Lengths: 31 m
Contact:
Jacqueline Blanchard
Town Clerk
Town of Woody Point
P.O Box 100
Woody Point, NL
A0K 1P0
Phone: 709 453-2273
Email: townofwoodypoint@live.com
woodypoint.ca
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