Gros Morne National Park

06/17/2026

On the rugged south coast of Labrador, Red Bay tells the incredible story of 16th-century Basque whalers who once travelled across the Atlantic in search of whales. 🐋⚔️

Explore this UNESCO World Heritage site, featuring historic artifacts, and fascinating archaeological remains along the shoreline and immerse yourself in the life of a Basque whaler. 📜🏺

Walk through recreations of a once-thriving whaling station and imagine life at sea centuries ago, surrounded by dramatic coastal scenery and breathtaking northern landscapes. 🌿🌊

Red Bay offers a truly unique window into the past. ⌛

Plan your visit and experience one of the world’s most important maritime heritage sites. ☀️

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📸 Tom Cochrane/Go Western NL

06/14/2026

👣🌲 This Father’s Day, celebrate the dads, grandfathers, and father figures who inspire adventure, share wisdom, and help us discover the beauty of the world around us. 💙

Gros Morne National Park is the ideal place to make unforgettable memories together. 🏞️

Here’s to the folks who guide us, encourage us, and remind us to explore boldly. Happy Father’s Day from Gros Morne! 🌿

📸 Greg Knott

06/12/2026

🎉 Gros Morne National Park Pass Update! 🎉

If you are planning to visit Gros Morne National Park this year, please take note of these changes to park pass sales.

⚠️ Early Bird Deadline: June 18, 2026 ⚠️
As part of the Canada Strong initiative, Gros Morne National Park will offer free entry from June 19 to September 7, 2026.

What you need to know:
• No Pass Sales: National Park passes will not be available for purchase between June 19 and September 7.
• Lock in Early Savings: Buy your early bird annual pass on or before June 18 to take advantage of the 50% discount which provides access to the park until December 31.

Click the link below to see where you can buy your passes before the deadline!
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Where to get permits and passes for activities in Gros Morne National Park.

06/11/2026

🐟 And just like that, students at Long Range Academy, Bonne Bay Academy and Jakeman All Grade saw their Atlantic Salmon fry return home!

With support from Fisheries and Oceans Canada and Parks Canada, the Exploits River Hatch and Release Program’s collaboration with schools in Gros Morne began back in January when eyed Atlantic Salmon eggs were collected from the Environment Resources Management Association (ERMA) in Grand Falls-Windsor.

🌊 Thanks to this valuable partnership, students got to witness the salmon’s early life stages — hatching into alevin in March and developing into fry by April. In the fry stage, students learned how to feed them daily and how to clean and maintain their aquarium water.

🏞️ During the last week in May, students from these local schools embarked on an exciting road trip to bring their fry back to Grand Falls- Windsor. At Gorge Park, near the Salmonid Interpretation Centre, ERMA guided students as they returned the young salmon to their home river - the place where, one day, they’ll grow into parr, then smolt, go to sea, and eventually return as powerful adults to spawn.

✨ Thanks to Terry Paul, Director of ERMA, for making this program possible and to the staff and students of all three schools for inviting Parks Canada to be part of this amazing project which has created a lasting experience for students — and a strong start for the next generation of salmon.

📸 Bonnie-Lou Hutchings

06/10/2026

On the northern tip of Newfoundland, where the land meets the sea, stands the only authenticated Norse site in North America. 🛶 Discover the story of the early explorers who arrived over 1,000 years ago and walked these very shores.

Explore reconstructed buildings, original archaeological remains, and immersive programming that bring this remarkable history to life. 🏡📜

Surrounded by dramatic coastal landscapes, L’Anse aux Meadows offers a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. 🌿🌊

Plan your visit and experience the story of the first Europeans in North America.

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📸 Guillaume Paquette-Jetten

06/09/2026

🌈 Gros Morne is a place where diversity, connection, and belonging shine as brightly as the breathtaking landscapes. 🏞️

This Pride season, we celebrate the beauty of being ourselves in spaces that inspire wonder, reflection, and adventure. 🏳️‍🌈✨

Here, everyone is welcome. Nature reminds us that every path is unique, and every journey deserves to be celebrated. 💙💚

06/08/2026

🌊 World Oceans Day 🌊

In recognition of World Oceans Day, Parks Canada, in collaboration with NL Health Services, came together for a shoreline clean-up in Port au Choix. This joint effort highlights the importance of protecting our coastal ecosystems and keeping marine environments free of debris.

From shoreline to sea, every piece of litter removed helps safeguard wildlife, preserve habitat, and support the long-term health of our oceans.

A big thank you to everyone involved for taking action and showing what partnership in conservation looks like in practice.

💙 Together, we can keep our coasts clean, healthy, and thriving.

06/06/2026

🦌 World Caribou Day

Today is a chance to learn about caribou and why they matter. These animals are an important part of nature and culture—but they face real challenges like habitat loss and climate change.
In Newfoundland and Labrador, Parks Canada helps protect three unique caribou groups:

✅ Torngat Mountains Caribou – found in Torngat Mountains National Park and surrounding areas
✅ Mealy Mountains Caribou – living in and around Akami-Uapishkᵁ-KakKasuak-Mealy Mountains National Park Reserve
✅ Newfoundland Caribou – found across the island, including Terra Nova National Park, Gros Morne National Park, and Port au Choix National Historic Site

Each group is important to Indigenous and local communities ❤️
Each group also faces different challenges.

Parks Canada is working to monitor and protect caribou and share their story—so we can all help keep them on the landscape for future generations. ✨

06/05/2026

🐝🌼 Meet the bumblebee: one of nature’s fuzzy little powerhouses!

Bumblebees are a type of bee known for their plump bodies and soft hairs that give them their signature fuzzy look. But they’re more than just cute—they’re incredible pollinators that help many plants thrive. 🌸

Most bumblebees live socially in colonies, working together to build nests and support their communities. They’re also amazing at regulating their body temperature, even warming themselves with the sun’s rays! ☀️

Unfortunately, many bumblebee species are declining due to habitat loss and pesticide use. Protecting wild spaces and planting pollinator-friendly flowers can help support these essential pollinators. 🌿

Every bee matters. Let’s help keep our ecosystems buzzing! 💛🖤

📸 Margie Wilkes

06/05/2026

🎣 Angling Restrictions in Gros Morne National Park 🎣

‼️Please note that salmon angling does not open until June 15, 2026.

Before heading out, anglers should be aware of the following regulations:
✅ Atlantic Salmon catch and possession limit is 2 salmon.

✅ Anglers will be issued two Gros Morne National Park salmon tags, valid only on watercourses open to salmon angling:
• Deer Arm Brook
• Lomond River
• East Branch Lomond River

✅ Retained salmon must have both a valid national park salmon tag and a valid provincial salmon tag securely affixed.

✅ Trout may only be angled on watercourses open to salmon angling if the angler possesses a valid unused Gros Morne National Park salmon tag and a valid unused provincial salmon tag.

✅ Catch-and-release of salmon is prohibited, except when:
• The salmon is greater than 63 cm
• The salmon is less than 30 cm
• The salmon is caught in waters not open to salmon angling
In these cases, the salmon must be released immediately.

🚫 Angling is prohibited in Deer Arm Pond within 90 metres of the outflow of Ten Mile Feeder. (The feeder itself is closed to all fishing by regulation.)

Thank you for helping protect fish populations and ensuring sustainable angling opportunities in Gros Morne National Park. 🐟🌿