From dramatic coastal scenery and towering cliffs to colorful fishing villages, icebergs, and puffins, Newfoundland has given us plenty of reasons to keep exploring.
During our road trips in 2024 and 2026, we traveled across the island, discovering scenic hiking trails, historic lighthouses, small coastal communities, and some unforgettable views along the way. We’ve also learned a few things about getting around, including traveling aboard the Marine Atlantic ferries.
Below you’ll find our Newfoundland travel stories, photographs, and practical tips from the places we’ve visited. Whether you’re planning your own road trip or simply enjoy discovering new destinations, we hope our experiences provide a little inspiration for your travels.
Taking the Ferry to Newfoundland: Our Marine Atlantic Experience
We traveled to Newfoundland aboard the Marine Atlantic ferry to Port aux Basques and returned from Argentia. Here's what we learned about booking a cabin, boarding with a vehicle and spending the night onboard...
Cape Rose Blanche Lighthouse: A Foggy Walk Along Newfoundland’s Southwest Coast
We began our Newfoundland road trip with a foggy walk to Cape Rose Blanche Lighthouse, exploring the historic granite lighthouse and rugged Atlantic coastline...
Things to Do Near Corner Brook: Steady Brook Falls, Lark Harbour & More
From Steady Brook Falls to the beautiful Cedar Cove Trail near Lark Harbour, we found plenty to explore while using Steady Brook as our base near Corner Brook...
Western Brook Pond Boat Tour: Gros Morne National Park
Our Western Brook Pond boat tour took us through the towering cliffs of Gros Morne National Park on a cool, rainy day. Here’s what we learned about the boat tour, getting to the dock and what to expect along the way...
3 Incredible Sea Arches to See on a Newfoundland Road Trip
During our Newfoundland travels, we visited three very different sea arches—from the massive formation at Arches Provincial Park to colorful Tickle Cove and the unusual collapsed sea cave known as the Dungeon...
Exploring St. Anthony & L’Anse aux Meadows, Newfoundland
From icebergs drifting offshore to the Viking history of L’Anse aux Meadows, we spent three memorable nights exploring St. Anthony, Newfoundland. Along the way, we discovered rugged coastal scenery, a historic lighthouse, and a few unexpected wildlife encounters...
Chasing Icebergs in Newfoundland: Our Adventures Along Iceberg Alley
Chasing icebergs in Newfoundland! Join us as we chase icebergs along Newfoundland's Iceberg Alley during our 2024 and 2026 road trips, sharing our experiences with sightings, locations, photos, and practical tips...
Exploring Fogo Island, Newfoundland: Brimstone Head, Joe Batt’s Arm & Fogo Island Inn
Join us for a day exploring Fogo Island, Newfoundland, from hiking Brimstone Head and wandering through Joe Batt's Arm to touring the distinctive Fogo Island Inn. Along the way, we enjoyed coastal scenery, colorful fishing villages, and an unexpected iceberg sighting during our ferry crossing...
Elliston Puffin Viewing Site: Seeing Puffins Up Close in Newfoundland
We visited the Elliston Puffin Viewing Site twice, with two very different experiences. Here's what we discovered about seeing Atlantic puffins on Newfoundland's Bonavista Peninsula, along with tips for planning your own visit...
Exploring Trinity, Newfoundland: Skerwink Trail, Gun Hill & Sweet Rock Ice Cream
Explore Trinity, Newfoundland with us as we hike a portion of the Skerwink Trail, enjoy panoramic views from Gun Hill, wander through the historic village, and finish our visit with a stop at Sweet Rock Ice Cream...
St. Vincent’s Beach, Cape St. Mary’s & Placentia, Newfoundland
We returned to Newfoundland's St. Vincent's Beach hoping to spot humpback whales, but an unexpected encounter with hundreds of northern gannets became the highlight of our visit. From Cape St. Mary's Ecological Reserve to the coastal communities and historic sites around Placentia, our final days in Newfoundland held a few...