Road to the Shore
Gambo
is the birthplace of Newfoundland's Father of Confederation - Joseph R.
Smallwood. As Newfoundland's first premier, his life story and accomplishments
are displayed in the Smallwood Interpretation Centre. Gambo is situated
at the gateway to the "Road to the Shore" and your tour begins here at
Route 320.
Visit Dover and go back in time, before the dinosaur, to a time when continents were still being formed. Take a short walk to the interpretation lookout platform and view the 410-million-year-old Dover Fault. On-site interpretation offers an interesting and informative history of this fault line and surrounding area.
Indian Bay is a choice destination if you are in pursuit of great fishing or the great outdoors. Try dropping your line in fishing holes like Ten Mile Pond, Anchor Point or Big Bear Cove. This is a must-stop if you are an enthusiast of fishing, photography or wildlife viewing.
The
historic fishing village of Greenspond was once known as the "Capital
of Bonavista North" and is a true pleasure to visit. Stop at the lookout
and take in the glorious view of the Puffin Island lighthouse and the
spectacular Atlantic waterways that surround the community. Enjoy breathtaking
icebergs at your fingertips and explore all that this town can offer.
Walk through the century-old Greenspond Courthouse - a true delight!
As the anchor attraction along the "Road to the Shore", Newtown is a must-stop for travellers. Visiting "The Barbour Living Heritage Village" will allow you to experience a way of life not seen since the turn of the century. The history of the Barbour merchant family is preserved through interpretive displays and presented in a series of theatrical productions that are held regularly at an onsite theatre.
Musgrave Harbour is a picturesque fishing community, but today this community is more commonly known for something unrelated. Musgrave Harbour is home to the Banting Memorial Municipal Park and Banting Interpretation Centre. This centre honors the life and tragic death of the world-famous co-discoverer of insulin, Dr. Frederick Banting. Dr. Banting died tragically when his plane, a Hudson bomber en route from Gander to England, crashed near Musgrave Harbour. Wreckage and a replica of this plane are displayed on site at the Banting Interpretation Centre and Park.