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Channel-Port Aux Basques | Newfoundland and Labrador
The page created by Celina Hulm | MacEwan University | Photo by Axel Drainville, CC BY-NC 2.0
Region:
Southwest Coast
Known For:
Marine Atlantic Ferry | Cape Ray Lighthouse | Ferry terminal | Coastal views | Wind-swept landscapes | Entry point to the island
Best For:
Ferry Travel | Coastal Drives | Scenic Stops | Newfoundland Road Trips
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Best stays in Channel-Port Aux Basques Newfoundland and Labrador
Scott’s Cove/Harbour Boardwalk
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This park is open from June to September in Channel-Port Aux Basques. The park is on the waterfront and is surrounded by a boardwalk leading to a resting area with information about the marine history of the site. It is a beautiful and relaxing way to enjoy a stroll around Channel-Port Aux Basques. You are […]
- 127-145 Caribou Road, Grand Bay East, NL A0N 1K0
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- https://www.newfoundlandlabrador.com/plan-and-book/attractions/11329319
Railway Heritage Museum
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Open from June to September, this heritage centre is an important stop during your trip to Channel-Port Aux Basques. You’ll get to partake in an interpretative tour which takes you back in time. You can view two rare Mushrow astrolabes found on the coast, stop by the craft store and look at handmade items reflecting […]
- 1 Trans Canada Highway, BasquesPort aux Channel-Port-aux-Basques, A0M 1C0, Channel-Port aux Basques, NL
- 1 (709) 695-3688
- https://www.portauxbasques.ca/tourism/attractions/
Rose Blanche Scenic Drive
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On this roughly 45km drive, you can see the Rose Blanche Lighthouse, which includes the Lightkeeper’s living quarters. It was built in 1873 from the granite it stood and was in operation until the 1940s. It is the only restored granite lighthouse in Atlantic Canada. While here, you can stop at The Lightkeepers Inn B&B, […]
- Route 470 Rose Blanche, A0M 1P0
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- http://www.explorenewfoundlandandlabrador.com/scenic-routes-western-region/rose-blanche-lighthouse-scenic-drive.htm
Harvey Trail
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If you are looking for a relaxing walk, this is a beautiful place to do so. It is also the spot of an important event. The Harvey family and their Newfoundland dog Hairyman saved almost 200 souls in the early 1800s. There were two separate ships that the family rescued people from when these ships […]
Cape Ray Lighthouse
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The lighthouse was built in 1871 and continues to be a favourite spot for visitors to learn about the area and its history and take in the fantastic view. Here, you will find a lighthouse museum that teaches you about the remains of a Dorset Paleo Eskimo settlement from 1800 years ago. It was inhabited […]
J.T. Cheeseman Provincial Park
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Named after businessman John T. Cheeseman, this provincial park is an excellent representation of Newfoundland and Labrador. You can explore the land and find the waterfalls, with one only a short walk away from the bridge crossing. Activities include angling, biking, bird watching, camping, canoeing, hiking, photography, and the list continues. There is access to […]
- Cape Ray, NL A0N 1C0
- 1 (709) 695-7222
- https://www.parksnl.ca/parks/j-t-cheeseman-provincial-park/
Alma’s Family Restaurant
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An essential stop in Channel-Port Aux Basques is Alma’s family restaurant. Whether you want breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this cozy family dinner is a must-eat at the location. You’ll get a warm welcome and excellent service while enjoying delicious food and ample portions. It’s conveniently located in the mall, so you can get any groceries […]
- 27 Grand Bay Mall, Channel-Port aux Basques, NL A0M 1C0
- (709) 695-3813
- https://www.facebook.com/almasfamilyrestaurant/
Assassin’s Creed Rogue
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Port aux Basques appear as a playable area in the 2014 videogame Assassin’s Creed Rogue. Assassin’s Creed: Rogue is a 2014 open-world action-adventure game. The game features three main areas: the North Atlantic, the fictional River Valley (partly inspired by the Hudson Valley), and New York City. Port aux Basques is in the first area. […]
- Marine Atlantic ferry terminal, Terminal Road, NL-1, Channel-Port aux Basques, NL A0M 1C0
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- https://assassinscreed.fandom.com/wiki/Assassin%27s_Creed:_Rogue
Rocky Barachois Wetlands Trail
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Not for the faint of heart, this 10.3-mile loop trail takes an average of 3 hours and 20 minutes to complete. Enjoy a hike, bike, trail run, or just a walk. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Photo: https://www.alltrails.com/canada/newfoundland-and-labrador/channel-port-aux-basques–2
Recommended by Liam Dwyer | Queen’s University
Port aux Basques Marine Excursions
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The Port aux Basques Marine Excursions features a custom 28-foot Silver Dolphin aluminum boat built for fishing and touring comfort. Skippers George Francis and his son Andy Francis are professional Newfoundland fish harvesters and offer deep sea fishing and cultural boat tours. Add it to your visit to Newfoundland for some excellent fishing and scenic […]
Recommended by Liam Dwyer | Queen’s University
- 7 Marine Dr, Channel-Port aux Basques, NL A0M 1C0
- (709) 694-0563
- https://portauxbasquesmarineexcursions.com/
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