Experiences

Experience the wonders of the land and sea with Parks Canada interpreters and local tour operators. They’ll bring the Park to life with remarkable guided hikes, outdoor theatre shows, and citizen science expeditions.
 Reward yourself with some shore leave on a boat tour or step into a kayak to paddle across the enchanting coastline.
 Explore the wild side of our province to spot seabirds, whales, moose, pine martins, otters, beavers, bats — the list goes on.
 Evenings in Terra Nova National Park are all about theatrical programs, games, and many other surprises. Join us underneath the stars at the Outdoor Theatre or gather around the Campfire Circle and sing along to some campfire favourites.

Beaches

Life is a beach in the area that surrounds Terra Nova National Park. This region is famous for its several fresh and saltwater beaches, including Sandy Pond, Eastport Beach, and Sandy Cove. If you’re lucky, you might even see a squid rolling around the area.

Arts & Culture

The many small communities in this rural region are deeply in touch with their roots. Out here, you’ll find small craft and gift shops, artist studios, and The Beaches Arts and Heritage Centre in Eastport.

Paddling

Terra Nova National Park beckons water enthusiasts to experience its numerous rivers, lakes, and ponds. Launch from Newman Sound and travel far on a multi–day trip or stay close to the shore and paddle along the sheltered coves and inlets in your own kayak, a rental, or a guided kayak.
 Exploring the coastal inlets is also the perfect opportunity to do some birdwatching, where the migratory bird sanctuary is a temporary habitat for hundreds of species.

Credit: Jane Elizabeth Hynes

Visitor Centre

While travelling along the coastline of Newman Sound, you’ll find the hub of Terra Nova National Park. This is a place where the forest meets the ocean to provide countless activities and places to explore. The Visitor Centre also boasts many accessibility features to help provide an enjoyable experience for everyone.
 Visit our marine exhibits and aquariums and get hands–on with a wide variety of fascinating ocean creatures at the touch tank.
 Explore the park on guided and self–guided hiking tours or travel across the shimmering ocean on boat tours, kayaking excursions, and water taxis to remote campsites.
 Pick up a bird checklist and explore the migratory sanctuary to spot birds you may have never seen before.
 When all is said and done, stop by the gift shop and check out all of the amenities we offer, including laundry, showers, and a café.

Preserving the Dark Sky

In Terra Nova National Park, Mother Nature has an extra twinkle in her eye. Look way, way up and experience nature’s greatest light show, because Newfoundland and Labrador is a place free from not only air pollution, but also light pollution. After the sun sets along the horizon, you’ll be amazed by an otherworldly spectacle of stars.
 The Park has always been the place to get lost in the starry sky, and now it’s official. Terra Nova is designated as a Dark Sky Preserve by the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. The Park is committed to the protection of the nighttime environment and reducing energy consumption. Protecting the night sky is a benefit to both stargazers, as well as our wildlife.

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