A wooden cabin sits on the edge of a lake at sunset, with waves lapping the shore. Vibrant orange and purple clouds fill the sky, while mountains are visible in the background.

McIvers

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Set along Newfoundland’s North Shore, McIvers is a quiet coastal town with big skies and wide views. Known for its five scenic coves and stories that stretch back generations, this is a place where salt air, waterfalls, and osprey sightings are part of everyday life. Stroll the Colette Urban Memorial Trail, chat with locals at B’s Snack Shack, or watch the sea cascade at Rattler Falls. Whether you’re out exploring or just sitting still, McIvers is the kind of place that leaves a lasting mark.

McIvers

History & Heritage

FUN FACT: In 2017, McIvers' Come Home Year tripled its population, turning this quiet town into a lively celebration of community spirit.
Indigenous
Family Friendly
Accessible
Eco-Aware

Hidden Gems

A small, rocky island with green grass sits in calm water, while several birds fly nearby. In the background, forested hills and snow-capped mountains are visible under a cloudy sky.

Year-Round

Birdwatching for the Arctic Tern Colony

Each spring, McIvers welcomes the graceful Common Tern, flying thousands of kilometres to nest along Newfoundland’s rugged coast. From May to August, catch the show at a public viewing area with a spotting lens.

Year-Round

View from a hillside covered in green trees and ferns overlooking a wide bay or fjord, with distant forested hills and islands under a clear blue sky.
Fall, Spring, Summer

Colette Urban Memorial Walking Trail

Lace up and head out on this 3.2 km coastal trail, where Bay of Islands views steal the show at every turn. A scenic picnic spot at the lookout is perfect for a break—and a photo. It can get muddy, so bring good boots and a sense of adventure.
Fall, Spring, Summer
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Year-Round

Laing’s Auto, Confectionary & Takeout LTD

Laing’s is a little bit of everything—auto shop, corner store, and weekend diner rolled into one. Grab tasty takeout like burgers, poutine, sundaes, and slushies. It might surprise you, but it sure hits the spot. Dine-in if you snag a seat!

Year-Round

Summer

B’s Snack Shack

Craving a bite after a day by the bay? Swing by B’s food truck for burgers, fried chicken, milkshakes, and ice cream done right. It’s casual comfort food with a side of salty air—just what you need after a coastal adventure.
Summer

Things to Do

View from a hillside covered in green trees and ferns overlooking a wide bay or fjord, with distant forested hills and islands under a clear blue sky.

Colette Urban Memorial Walking Trail

McIvers
Lace up and head out on this 3.2 km coastal trail, where Bay of Islands views steal the show at every turn. A scenic picnic spot at the lookout is perfect for a break—and a photo. It can get muddy, so bring good boots and a sense of adventure.
A young child in a pink hoodie smiles while standing on a chain bridge at a playground, with bright yellow slides and climbing equipment in the background on a sunny day.

Community Outdoor Recreation Centre

McIvers
From pick-up games to picnics, this vibrant spot’s got it all—basketball court, ball field, walking trails, rest stops, and a stage that lights up for local celebrations. It’s where fresh air meets community spirit, and there’s always something on the go.
Logo for Laings AUTO Confectionary & Takeout featuring bold text and a stylized black car silhouette above the word AUTO on a white background.

Laing’s Auto, Confectionary & Takeout LTD

McIvers
Laing’s is a little bit of everything—auto shop, corner store, and weekend diner rolled into one. Grab tasty takeout like burgers, poutine, sundaes, and slushies. It might surprise you, but it sure hits the spot. Dine-in if you snag a seat!

B’s Snack Shack

McIvers
Craving a bite after a day by the bay? Swing by B’s food truck for burgers, fried chicken, milkshakes, and ice cream done right. It’s casual comfort food with a side of salty air—just what you need after a coastal adventure.
A rocky waterfall flows down a forested hillside, surrounded by green pine trees and bare branches under a cloudy sky. The water cascades over dark stones through rugged terrain.

Rattler Falls

McIvers
Tucked in one of McIvers’ five scenic coves, Rattler Falls is a stunner—where freshwater tumbles straight into the Atlantic in a rare, dramatic cascade. With Woods Island in view and sea spray in the air, it’s a hidden gem for nature lovers and shutterbugs alike.
A colorful playground with slides and climbing structures sits on a gravel surface beside a chain-link fence, overlooking a body of water and green hills under a partly cloudy sky.

Janelle Blanchard Memorial Playground

McIvers
This fully fenced playground is a family favourite—safe fun for the kids, and ocean views for the grown-ups. Whether you’re swinging, sliding, or just soaking it all in, it’s a sweet little spot to unwind by the sea.
A small, rocky island with green grass sits in calm water, while several birds fly nearby. In the background, forested hills and snow-capped mountains are visible under a cloudy sky.

Birdwatching for the Arctic Tern Colony

McIvers
Each spring, McIvers welcomes the graceful Common Tern, flying thousands of kilometres to nest along Newfoundland’s rugged coast. From May to August, catch the show at a public viewing area with a spotting lens.

Where to Eat

B’s Snack Shack

McIvers
Craving a bite after a day by the bay? Swing by B’s food truck for burgers, fried chicken, milkshakes, and ice cream done right. It’s casual comfort food with a side of salty air—just what you need after a coastal adventure.
Logo for Laings AUTO Confectionary & Takeout featuring bold text and a stylized black car silhouette above the word AUTO on a white background.

Laing’s Auto, Confectionary & Takeout LTD

McIvers
Laing’s is a little bit of everything—auto shop, corner store, and weekend diner rolled into one. Grab tasty takeout like burgers, poutine, sundaes, and slushies. It might surprise you, but it sure hits the spot. Dine-in if you snag a seat!

Where to Stay

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Visitor Information Centre

15 Confederation Dr,
Corner Brook, NL
A2H 2Y3

June to Labour Day:
Mon – Sun (9am – 6pm)

Labour Day to May:
Mon – Fri (9am – 4pm)

(709) 639-9792

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