The Baccalieu Trail gets its name from the island at its northern tip. The word itself is derived either from the Spanish, Portugese, or Basque word for codfish. The eastern coast of the trail is steeped with pirate history, being home to both Peter Easton and Gilbert Pike and his Irish princess bride Sheila Nageira. It’s also home to an arctic exploring sea captain, one of the most comically notorious town names, the first transatlantic cable, and the summer home of Rockwell Kent.
Bay Roberts is located in the North Western quadrant of the Avalon Peninsula in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. Close to approximately 51% of the province’s population is within an hour of the Town.
Besides having its own internationally insured harbour facilities, Bay Roberts is about one hour or 90km West from the provincial capital, St. John’s and St. John’s International Airport, the province’s major airport and the Port of St. John’s, the province’s major shipping facility. In addition, the Town about one hour North East from Argentia, the Eastern Terminus of the Marine Atlantic Ferry Service from Sidney, Nova Scotia.
Road to Yesterday Museum Most people who visit the Road to Yesterday Museum, which was developed and is operated by the Bay Roberts Heritage Society, are amazed at the quality of the artifacts and the displays. Although the focus of the Museum is the turn of the century mercantile history of Bay Roberts, the Museum also contains displays about the early history of the Town. Many artifacts were donated by the families of business owners.
Besides having its own internationally insured harbour facilities, Bay Roberts is about one hour or 90km West from the provincial capital, St. John’s and St. John’s International Airport, the province’s major airport and the Port of St. John’s, the province’s major shipping facility. In addition, the Town about one hour North East from Argentia, the Eastern Terminus of the Marine Atlantic Ferry Service from Sidney, Nova Scotia.
Road to Yesterday Museum Most people who visit the Road to Yesterday Museum, which was developed and is operated by the Bay Roberts Heritage Society, are amazed at the quality of the artifacts and the displays. Although the focus of the Museum is the turn of the century mercantile history of Bay Roberts, the Museum also contains displays about the early history of the Town. Many artifacts were donated by the families of business owners.
Cupids
Nestled in the Heart of Conception Bay, the Town of Cupids, 80 kilometers West of St. John’s boasts a landscape of historic significance. A community of 743, Cupids bears the title of the first English settlement in Canada, settled by John Guy, a British merchant from Bristol, England and thirty-nine Planters in 1610. An Archaeological Digsite, the Cupids Legacy Centre, a Family History Resource Centre, seascape hiking trails and breath taking views span Seaforest Drive, the central road through the town. Incorporated in 1965, the Municipality of Cupids on the Baccalieu Trail, offers walking trails that venture through the resettled communities down in Burnt Head. See kayakers paddling through the Arch down in Noder Cove and picnic by a rambling brook; or take in a Shakespearean Experience with Perchance Theatre or the annual Cuper’s Cove Soiree in August. Cupids has something for everyone. Come see for yourself.
Dildo
You'll have no trouble filling a day or two in Dildo. A town built on fishing and whaling, you can feel the history when you stand amongst the stages, wharves and historic fishing premises that populate this rugged coastline. Here you can take in incredible views of Trinity Bay and all the waters have to offer. Keep an eye out and you may spot whales and dolphins. As for icebergs, there's no way you can miss these frozen giants. To get a closer look, you can sign on with any of Dildo's boat tour operators with crafts ranging from 42' cabin cruisers to the traditional wooden fishing boat, known around here as a punt. Some tours offer cod fishing experiences or scallop catching, where you can harvest your dinner, straight from the sea.
Nestled in the Heart of Conception Bay, the Town of Cupids, 80 kilometers West of St. John’s boasts a landscape of historic significance. A community of 743, Cupids bears the title of the first English settlement in Canada, settled by John Guy, a British merchant from Bristol, England and thirty-nine Planters in 1610. An Archaeological Digsite, the Cupids Legacy Centre, a Family History Resource Centre, seascape hiking trails and breath taking views span Seaforest Drive, the central road through the town. Incorporated in 1965, the Municipality of Cupids on the Baccalieu Trail, offers walking trails that venture through the resettled communities down in Burnt Head. See kayakers paddling through the Arch down in Noder Cove and picnic by a rambling brook; or take in a Shakespearean Experience with Perchance Theatre or the annual Cuper’s Cove Soiree in August. Cupids has something for everyone. Come see for yourself.
Dildo
You'll have no trouble filling a day or two in Dildo. A town built on fishing and whaling, you can feel the history when you stand amongst the stages, wharves and historic fishing premises that populate this rugged coastline. Here you can take in incredible views of Trinity Bay and all the waters have to offer. Keep an eye out and you may spot whales and dolphins. As for icebergs, there's no way you can miss these frozen giants. To get a closer look, you can sign on with any of Dildo's boat tour operators with crafts ranging from 42' cabin cruisers to the traditional wooden fishing boat, known around here as a punt. Some tours offer cod fishing experiences or scallop catching, where you can harvest your dinner, straight from the sea.
Harbour Grace
Located on the Avalon Penninsula portion of Newfoundland, the scenic town of Harbour Grace has a deep and rich history spanning almost 500 years. From the pirating fights of Peter Easton and the pioneering flights of Amelia Earhart to historical sites and buildings, Harbour Grace has long been the centre of excitement, adventure and beauty.
The town, founded by Francis I of France in 1517, is thought to have derived its name as a transfer from Harve de Grace, the name used for LeHarve, France. W.A. Munn stated that the community was named by “fishermen from the English Channel who knew well of LeHarve de Grace, the sea port town of Paris at the mouth of the River Seine.”
Carbonear
Carbonear was first settled by people from West Country England in the early 1600’s, making it one of the oldest European settlements in North America. The town offers many attractions and amenities for tourists that reflect the town’s history and traditions.
Carbonear is among the oldest settlements in North America. The harbour was named by migratory fishermen before John Guy and the other settlers arrived in Cupids in 1610, to establish the first English settlement in Canada. The settlers mention Carbonear by name in their letters and journals.
Heart's Content
The natural harbour that makes up the town is located on the east side of Trinity Bay and it is built along the northeast side and the southeast base of this harbour. It opens out to Trinity Bay in a generally southwestern direction and protected from the harsh northern and eastern winds of the North Atlantic. Heart's Content is also at the crossroads of the main highway for Trinity Bay on the western side of the Bay de Verde peninsula and the highway cutting across the Bay de Verde peninsula between Victoria on the Conception Bay side and Heart's Content. The climate of the Atlantic Ocean and adjacent land areas is influenced by the temperatures of the surface waters and water currents as well as the winds blowing across the waters. Because of the oceans' great capacity for retaining heat, the climate of Heart's Content are moderate and free of extreme seasonal variations.
Heart's Content was given its place in the history of international communications by Cyrus West Field who chose it as the terminus of his Transatlantic telegraph cable, leading to establishment of the Heart's Content Cable Station.
Winterton
Winterton is a town in the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador. It was originally named Scilly Cove. In 1912, the town was named Winterton for Sir James Spearman Winter, former Premier of Newfoundland.
The town of Winterton offers the Wooden Boat Museum of Newfoundland & Labrador, a large RV Park, scenic hiking trails, gorgeous lookouts - and so much more.
Old Perlican
Old Perlican is a fishing village on the Avalon Peninsula of Newfoundland and Labrador. Incorporated in 1971, it is one of Newfoundland's oldest fishing communities, serving as the major fishing station in Trinity Bay for migratory fisherman from England in the 17th century.
Old Perlican has a very unique coastline with one of the most picturesque harbours in the province.
It is the home of a varied and colorful fishing fleet - one of the largest in the province.
Our rich cultural history is highlighted by the Beckett Heritage Home, and our War Memorial Park. Old Perlican is also the home of The Cabot Lodge - one of the oldest Orange Lodges in the province as well as St. Andrews By the Sea United Church.
Bay de Verde
With a diverse and continuously growing tourism sector, you won't be disappointed with your visit to Bay de Verde. Don't miss the Bay de Verde Heritage Premises which offers a beautifully preserved home (over 100 years old) with hundreds of historical artifacts and records, Baccalieu Island Exhibit, boardwalks, a cemetary, a traditional fish store and flake, a twine loft and root cellar.
Located on the Avalon Penninsula portion of Newfoundland, the scenic town of Harbour Grace has a deep and rich history spanning almost 500 years. From the pirating fights of Peter Easton and the pioneering flights of Amelia Earhart to historical sites and buildings, Harbour Grace has long been the centre of excitement, adventure and beauty.
The town, founded by Francis I of France in 1517, is thought to have derived its name as a transfer from Harve de Grace, the name used for LeHarve, France. W.A. Munn stated that the community was named by “fishermen from the English Channel who knew well of LeHarve de Grace, the sea port town of Paris at the mouth of the River Seine.”
Carbonear
Carbonear was first settled by people from West Country England in the early 1600’s, making it one of the oldest European settlements in North America. The town offers many attractions and amenities for tourists that reflect the town’s history and traditions.
Carbonear is among the oldest settlements in North America. The harbour was named by migratory fishermen before John Guy and the other settlers arrived in Cupids in 1610, to establish the first English settlement in Canada. The settlers mention Carbonear by name in their letters and journals.
Heart's Content
The natural harbour that makes up the town is located on the east side of Trinity Bay and it is built along the northeast side and the southeast base of this harbour. It opens out to Trinity Bay in a generally southwestern direction and protected from the harsh northern and eastern winds of the North Atlantic. Heart's Content is also at the crossroads of the main highway for Trinity Bay on the western side of the Bay de Verde peninsula and the highway cutting across the Bay de Verde peninsula between Victoria on the Conception Bay side and Heart's Content. The climate of the Atlantic Ocean and adjacent land areas is influenced by the temperatures of the surface waters and water currents as well as the winds blowing across the waters. Because of the oceans' great capacity for retaining heat, the climate of Heart's Content are moderate and free of extreme seasonal variations.
Heart's Content was given its place in the history of international communications by Cyrus West Field who chose it as the terminus of his Transatlantic telegraph cable, leading to establishment of the Heart's Content Cable Station.
Winterton
Winterton is a town in the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador. It was originally named Scilly Cove. In 1912, the town was named Winterton for Sir James Spearman Winter, former Premier of Newfoundland.
The town of Winterton offers the Wooden Boat Museum of Newfoundland & Labrador, a large RV Park, scenic hiking trails, gorgeous lookouts - and so much more.
Old Perlican
Old Perlican is a fishing village on the Avalon Peninsula of Newfoundland and Labrador. Incorporated in 1971, it is one of Newfoundland's oldest fishing communities, serving as the major fishing station in Trinity Bay for migratory fisherman from England in the 17th century.
Old Perlican has a very unique coastline with one of the most picturesque harbours in the province.
It is the home of a varied and colorful fishing fleet - one of the largest in the province.
Our rich cultural history is highlighted by the Beckett Heritage Home, and our War Memorial Park. Old Perlican is also the home of The Cabot Lodge - one of the oldest Orange Lodges in the province as well as St. Andrews By the Sea United Church.
Bay de Verde
With a diverse and continuously growing tourism sector, you won't be disappointed with your visit to Bay de Verde. Don't miss the Bay de Verde Heritage Premises which offers a beautifully preserved home (over 100 years old) with hundreds of historical artifacts and records, Baccalieu Island Exhibit, boardwalks, a cemetary, a traditional fish store and flake, a twine loft and root cellar.