Tourism
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The Coast of Bays region is a naturally vibrant and visually spectacular location to visit and has tremendous tourism potential. With today's travel trend toward shorter vacations focused on deeper experience, the Coast of Bays is a genuine haven for individuals and families seeking relaxation, culture or adventure in a natural setting. The region has a multitude of small bays, inlets, coves and waterways making it an ideal environment for aquatic adventures. |
The life and times of early settlers are evident in the historic sites that are established, such as Cluett House in Belleoram and Sunny Cottage Heritage Center in Harbour Breton.
Tourism development opportunities abound both along the coast and inland. A dizzying array of wild animals and natural attractions provide the keystones for eco-tourism, adventure packages, boat charters, hunting expeditions and fishing lodges. Big and small game can be viewed in their natural habitat.
In the region, there are many licensed rivers and brooks where by one can experience the thrill of catching a salmon. As well, locally farmed trout can be fished from a fish out pond located in St. Veronica's.
Accommodations are located throughout the Coast of Bays region. There are four parks in the region with a total of fifty-three campsites, along with three hunting and fishing lodges. In Bay d'Espoir, there are three motels and one cabin operator. Fortune Bay North Shore has three bed and breakfasts, while the ConHer sub region has two motels and three bed and breakfasts. Prices for accommodations range from $40.00 to $90.00.
Culture and Heritage Attractions
| Existing | Potential |
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| John Cluett House - Belleoram | St. Lawrence Anglican Church - Belleoram |
| Sunny Cottage Heritage Centre - Harbour Breton | Lighthouses
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| Petite's Museum - English Harbour West | Resettled Communities |
| Micmac Reserve - Conne River | Guided Tours |
| Annual Festivals (refer to culture and talent section) | |
Industrial Tourism Sites:
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Nature Attractions and Experiences
| Existing | Potential |
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| Bay du Nord Wilderness Reserve | Boat Tours |
| Bay du Nord National Heritage River | Guided tours of wilderness areas |
| Bald Eagle Viewing - Pool's Cove | Canoeing |
| Deadman's Cove Beach - Harbour Breton | Scuba Diving |
| Fishing | Hiking Trails |
| Hunting | Sea Stacks near Pool's Cove visible by boat |
| Year round Rainbow Trout fishing | |
| Five Scheduled Salmon Rivers |
Facilities and Service
| Existing | Potential - Facilities being pursued |
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| Several Motels and Bed and Breakfasts located throughout the region | Upgrade of Airstrip in St. Veronica's to support commercial traffic |
| Variety of Restaurants offering both Canadian and Newfoundland meals | Roll on/off Ferry Service Connecting to the Burin Peninsula |
| Nine craft shops and three local carvers provide a variety of items reflective of Newfoundland Culture. | |
| Hunting and Fishing Outfitters and lodges | |
| Passenger Ferry Service to remote communities | |
| Bus service available to, and within the region | |
| Helicopter and Floatplane air service available in the region | |
| Wharf and docking facilities available in the region |
For more information on tourism activities contact the Tourism Association at 538-3401.