The town (pop. 947 in 2016) is centrally located for touring Gros Morne National Park and makes a wonderful base to explore attractions in the area. The town offers walking trails such as Bottom Brook Trail, Rocky Harbour Lookout, Salmon Point Lookout, or just a stroll along the harbour sidewalk to take in the sights. An evening stroll may even allow you to catch one of the breathtaking famous sunsets.
You can also enjoy Rocky Harbour Pond which offers a freshwater beach area. Rocky Harbour offers a variety of seven restaurants, nine craft shops, two grocery stores, Hardware store, gas station and a drug store. Rocky Harbour also hosts the world famous Anchors Aweigh Show (three nights a week) and the famous Kitchen Party (four nights a week), just a one minute walk from the cottages.
The town is 6 km from Norris Point which offers a variety of outdoor and indoor activities, such as boat tours, sea kayaking , paddle boards and a marine biology station. Click here for more information about Rocky Harbour www.rockyharbour.ca
