Port aux Basques to Gander via Gros Morne

Newfoundland and Labrador | 639km

While you could theoretically tackle this route with one long day in the saddle, it’s worth making a weekend of it to allow time to explore Gros Morne National Park. This UNESCO World Heritage Site was formed by colliding continental plates during the formation of North America. Those ancient movements of land and sea left both ocean crust and the earth’s mantle exposed among glacial valleys, fjords, cliffs, and waterfalls. This is truly a can’t-miss destination on a visit to Newfoundland.

Of course, the ride there is stunning too, through the Codroy Valley and along seaside and country roads. Pause in Corner Brook for a walk or a bite surrounded by ocean and mountain views. Then follow the Humber River through its narrow river valley.

After exploring Gros Morne, it’s on to Gander. As you roll through town, take note of the street names. You’ll see they’re almost all named for pioneers of Transatlantic flight.

Crossroads of the World
Gander drew the world’s attention on 9/11, when it became a refuge for international travellers – a story commemorated in the musical Come From Away. But this lakeside town’s significance in the aviation world goes back much further. It once had the largest airport in the world. The North Atlantic Aviation Museum is a must-visit to learn the history of this place once known as the “Crossroads of the World.”

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First published in 2024.

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