Humber Valley Summer 2013 Wayfinder

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Things to see & do in the Humber Valley

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Hiking Trails• appalachian Trail/ Humber Valley Trail. Length: 25 km; Time: 1 hr to 2 Days - various trail sections; Difficulty: Moderate.

Trailhead on Route 1 between CB & HV Resort.• Corner Brook Stream Trail. Scenic walking trail network in and around Corner Brook. www.cbstream.com• Showy Mountain Trail. Spectacular views of the Blow Me Down Mountains. Trail begins at Blow Me Down Cross Country

Ski Club, Lundrigan Drive, Corner Brook• Copper Mine to Cape Hiking Trail. Length: 3.8 km; Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult; Duration: 4-6 hrs. Route 450, York Harbour• Bottle Cove Hiking Trail. Length: 2 km; Difficulty: Easy; Duration: .5 Hr. Follow Route 450 to Little Port Road,

lark Harbour.• lark Harbour Walking Trails. Suitable for all ages. Route 450, Lark Harbour. yorkharbourlarkharbour.com/Trails.htm• Little Port Head Lighthouse Trail. 1.2 km along Cedar Cove Trail and continues over the mountains to the lighthouse,

1.8 km and is extremely difficult. Route 450, Lark Harbour.• Southhead Lighthouse Hiking Trail. Length: 3.2 km; Difficulty: Moderate. Directional signage on Little Port Road, Lark

Harbour.• gillams Walking Trail. A beautiful trail that leads to a scenic waterfall. Main Street, Gillams.• McIvers Walking Trail. Length: 1-2 km. Route 440, McIver’s.• Cedar Cove Hiking Trail. Length: 1.8 km; Difficulty: Easy to Moderate; Duration: 2 hrs. Route 450, Lark Harbour.• Walking Trail of Deer lake. Walk along the shores and beautiful sandy beaches. Route 1, Deer Lake.• Governor’s Staircase. Blow Me Down Provincial Park. A 30-minute climb through 450 million year old volcanic rock.

Route 450, between Lark & York Harbour.• Steady Brook Falls Trail. From Route 1 take Exit 8, Steady Brook.• Big Falls Trail. Sir Richard Squires Memorial Provincial Park. A short walk from the day-use parking lot. In July & August you

can watch salmon trying to jump up the salmon ladder to get to further pools upstream to spawn. Route 422

• Captain James Cook Historic Site. www.cornerbrook.com; Crow Hill Rd, Corner Brook. T: (709) 639-9792 E: [email protected]

• Steady Brook Falls. One of the Humber Valley’s most scenic features and can be seen up close by following a short trail. Behind George’s Mountain Village at the base of Marble Mountain, Steady Brook.

• The Viking ship. Used in the movie Outlander on display in Lark Harbour where the movie was filmed. Route 450, Lark Harbour. T: (709) 681-2270 E: [email protected]

• Meadows Point Lookout. Spectacular view of the Bay of Islands. 16 km from Route 1 on Route 440, Meadows. T: (709) 783-2339 E: [email protected]

• The rattler. A waterfall that tumbles into the sea. Route 440, McIvers. T: (709) 688-2603 E: [email protected]• Newfoundland & Labrador Heritage Tree. A Manning Award winner for heritage excellence. Exit 8 from Route 1,

Steady Brook. T: (709) 783-3257 E: [email protected]• The Man in the Mountain. According to local legend there is buried treasure on Shellbird Island in the Humber River.

If you look closely you will see the face of a man in the rock formation overlooking the island. The “Old Man in the Mountain” is said to be guarding the hidden treasure. Exit 7, TCH.

• Newfoundland Emporium. World’s largest Newfoundland shop. 11 Broadway, Corner Brook. T: (709) 634-9376

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The Humber Valley is a year-round destination for outdoor enthusiasts, and is also the major service centre for Western Newfoundland. The region offers a wide range of recreational activities including hiking, biking, caving, camping, zip lining, rafting, kayaking, angling, golfing, and ATV adventures.

This map is your guide to summer adventure in the Humber Valley. Numbers on the map coincide with a brief description below and extra information that will allow you to get the most out of your Humber Valley experience.

• Guided Hiking/ Walking Tours. Explore the region and take in the stunning beauty with an experienced guide. Linkum Tours. www.linkumtours.com; 21 Dogwood Drive, Marble Inn Resort, Steady Brook; T: (709) 634-2285 E: [email protected]

CAVING. Travel through a world down under as you learn the geology and how these caves in Corner Brook were formed.• ROAM The Rock. www.roamtherock.ca; George’s Mountain Village, Red Building, Steady Brook T: (709) 640-1885

E: [email protected] • Cycle Solutions. www.cyclesolutions.ca; 35 West St, Corner Brook T: (709) 634-7100 E: [email protected] • Explore Newfoundland / Marble Inn Resort. www.explorenewfoundland.com; 21 Dogwood Drive, Marble Inn Resort,

Steady Brook T: (709) 634-2237 E: [email protected] • Bike Tours - unguided. Bike & vehicle rental, camping gear and itineraries to suit your adventure threshold. Linkum

Tours. www.linkumtours.com; 21 Dogwood Drive, Marble Inn Resort, Steady Brook. T: (709) 634-2285 E: [email protected] Everything you need for a single/multi-day adventure.

• Cycling. Each tour is customized to your riding ability from beginner to the more adventurous biker. Cycle Solutions. www.cyclesolutions.ca; 35 West St, Corner Brook; T: (709) 634-7100 E: [email protected]

• Rock Climbing. Test your strength, balance, endurance and agility. ROAM The Rock. www.roamtherock.ca; George’s Mountain Village, Red Building, Steady Brook; T: (709) 640-1885 E: [email protected]

• kayaking. Explore Newfoundland / Marble Inn Resort. www.explorenewfoundland.com; 21 Dogwood Drive, Marble Inn Resort, Steady Brook. T: (709) 634-2237 E: [email protected]

• Zip lining. Soar across the picturesque Steady Brook Gorge on a series of custom-designed zip cables. www.marbleziptours.com; Marble Mountain Resort, Steady Brook. T: (709) 632-5463 E: [email protected]

• aTV Touring. A great way to explore some of the more inaccesible parts of the backcountry in Western Newfoundland is by ATV. www.marbleziptours.com; Marble Mountain Resort, Steady Brook. T: (709) 632-5463 E: [email protected]

• aTV rentals. Rugged Edge, 8 Lundrigan Drive, Corner Brook; www.ruggededge.ca, T: (709) 634-6683 E: [email protected]

SWIMMING.• Arts & Culture Centre Swimming Pool. www.artsandculturecentre.com; University Drive, Corner Brook.

T: (709) 637-2546• Funland Resort. Swimming pool, waterslide & restaurant. www.funlandresort.com; 34 Veterans Drive, Cormack.

T: (709) 635-7227 E: [email protected]• Hodder Memorial Rec Complex. Swimming Pool. www.town.deerlake.nf.ca; 8 Crescent St, Deer Lake.

T: (709) 635-3709

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• Horseback Riding. Scenic trail rides, pony rides, backcountry tenting and lodge rides. www.cacherapidsstable.com Cache Rapid Stable; 255 Reidville Road, Reidville. T: (709) 635-5224 E: [email protected]

• Pasadena Ski & Nature Park. Enjoy the breathtaking views and wildlife from the 24 kms of hiking trails. Located in Pasadena. Drive west on Main Street, turn left onto Fourth Ave and then follow the signs. www.pasadenaskipark.org T: (709) 686-5515, E: [email protected]

• Newfoundland Adventure Company. Bike, paddleboard and kayak rentals minutes from Pasadena beach. T: (709) 632-6970.

• South Shore Scenic Drive. Captain James Cook Trail (route 450) stretches 50 km (30 miles) from Corner Brook along the south shore of the Bay of Islands. Route 450.

• North Shore Scenic Drive. The Admiral Palliser’s Trail is a popular scenic route spanning 38 km along the North Shore of the Bay of Islands. Route 440.

• Explore Newfoundland / Marble Inn Resort. www.explorenewfoundland.com; 21 Dogwood Drive, Marble Inn Resort, Steady Brook. T: (709) 634-2237 E: [email protected]

Four Seasons Tours. Traditional dory fishing tours. www.fourseasonstours.ca; 52 Country Road, Cox’s Cove. T: (709) 688-2125 E: [email protected]

• Blomidon Golf & Country Club. www.blomidongolf.com; West Valley Road, Corner Brook T: (709) 634-5550 E: [email protected]

• The River Course. Humber Valley Resort. www.humbervalley.com; Exit 11 from Route 1. T: (709) 686-2710 E: [email protected]

• Humber River Golf Club. www.golfnewfoundland.ca; 21 Airport Road, Deer Lake. T: (709) 635-5995• Pasadena Pitch & Putt. Relax, picnic and have a round of par-three-like 9 hole golf. www.pasadena.ca;

97 Main Street, Pasadena.

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• Corner Brook Arts & Culture Centre. Proscenium theatre, 25 metre swimming pool and an art exhibition area. www.artsandculturecentre.com; University Drive, Corner Brook. T: (709) 637-2581 E: [email protected]

• Theatre Newfoundland and Labrador. Professional Newfoundland performers telling stories, singing songs and rejoicing in our rich heritage. www.theatrenewfoundland.com; T: (709) 639-7238

• Theatre By The Bay. A variety of professional performances. T: (709) 638-3005• Dance Studio West. A variety of professional performances. www.dancestudiowest.com; 51 West Street, Corner Brook.

T: (709) 634-4100 E: [email protected]• Off Broadway Players. Professional community theatre company. www.offbroadwayplayers.com

E: [email protected]• Gros Morne Summer Music. Join world-class musicians from Europe, America, Canada and down the road in an

atmosphere that is chatty, welcoming, and warm. www.gmsm.ca; T: (709) 639-7293 E: [email protected]• Stage West Theatre Festival. A well-rounded, vibrant, community theatre experience. www.stagewesttheatrefestival.com

181 Humber Road, Corner Brook. T: (709) 638-4622, E: [email protected]

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• Crystal Waters Boat Tours. www.crystalwatersboattours.com; Bay of Islands Yacht Club, Corner Brook T: (709) 632-1094 E: [email protected]

• True North Charters & Tours. Navigate the outer Bay of Islands. www.truenorthtours.ca; Cox’s Cove T: (709) 688-2718 E: [email protected]

• Humber River Cruises. Scenic cruise down the Humber River. www.humberrivercruise.com; Dogwood Drive, Steady Brook T: (709) 649-8000

• Four Seasons Tours. Traditional dory tours. www.fourseasonstours.ca; 52 Country Rd, Cox’s Cove; T: (709) 688-2125; E: [email protected]

• Canoeing. Explore Newfoundland / Marble Inn Resort. www.explorenewfoundland.com; 21 Dogwood Drive, Marble Inn Resort, Steady Brook. T: (709) 634-2237 E: [email protected]

• rafting. Enjoy an interpreted tour on the Humber River. Explore Newfoundland / Marble Inn Resort. www.explorenewfoundland.com; 21 Dogwood Drive, Marble Inn Resort, Steady Brook. T: (709) 634-2237 E: [email protected]

• rafting. Enjoy an interpreted tour on the Humber River. ROAM The Rock. www.roamtherock.ca; George’s Mountain Village, Red Building, Steady Brook. T: (709) 640-1885 E: [email protected]

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• Blow Me Down Provincial Park. Magnificent views of the Blow Me Down mountains and the Bay of Islands making this one of the most scenic locations in the area. www.nlcamping.ca; Route 450, Lark Harbour. T: (709)-681-2430 E: [email protected]

• Margaret Bowater Park. Picnic, playground area, swimming pool. www.cornerbrook.com; O’Connell Dr., Corner Brook, T: (709) 637-1500 E: [email protected]

• Humber Arm South Day Park. A day in the park with walking trails; Route 450, Humber Arm. T: (709) 789-2981• Bottle Cove Beach & Day Park. Route 450, Lark Harbour. T: (709) 681-2270 E: [email protected]• Sir Richard Squires Memorial Provincial Park. Popular spot for salmon angling. www.env.gov.nl.ca/parks; Route 422.

T: (709) 636-1509• Main River Waterway Provincial Park. Paddling, angling and wilderness camping. www.env.gov.nl.ca/parks;

Near Sop’s Arm, White Bay. T: (709) 635-4520, E: [email protected]

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• Corner Brook Museum & Archives. www.cornerbrookmuseum.ca; 2 West St, Corner Brook T: (709) 634-2518 E: [email protected]

• Newfoundland Insectarium. A museum of nature featuring insects and arthropods from around the world. Butterfly pavilion. www.nfinsectarium.com; 2 Bonne Bay Rd, Reidville. T: (709) 635-4545 E: [email protected]

• Grenfell Campus Art Gallery. Exhibits of contemporary visual art. www.swgc.mun.ca/artgallery; Fine Arts Building, 1 University Drive, Corner Brook. T: (709) 637-6209 E: [email protected]

• Woods Island Resettlement House & Historic Centre. A museum and historic centre that holds many artifacts from the past. Route 450, Humber Arm. T: (709) 789-2981

• Roy Whalen Heritage Museum. Displaying the history of communities in Humber Valley. www.town.deerlake.nf.ca; 44 TCH, Suite 2, Deer Lake. T: (709) 635-2284 E: [email protected]

• Railway Society Museum Historic Train Site. The site is a showcase of the proud rail heritage of Newfoundland. The site has retained the Newfie Bullet - the former fastest train in Newfoundland - as well as vintage railway equipment and track. Marine Drive/ Station Road, Corner Brook.

• Royal NL Constabulary Museum. Artifacts and photos of early policing in Newfoundland & Labrador. www.rnc.gov.nl.ca; 9 University Drive, Corner Brook. T: (709) 637-4107

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• Pasadena Beach. Located on the shores of Deer Lake in the beautiful town of Pasadena. www.pasadenabeach.com; T: (709)-686-5366 E: [email protected]

• Deer Lake Beach. The Town of Deer Lake is home to a beautiful sandy beach, ideal for a family day of swimming. Town of Deer Lake. T: (709) 635-2451 E: [email protected]

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