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Fill Yer Boots
Newfoundland for “go all in”

Out here, adventure comes in all shapes and speeds. You can hike a headland, tour a gallery, zip pass a waterfall, or just sit by the water with a snack and a story. However you like to explore, there’s plenty to keep you busy—and plenty of locals happy to point you in the right direction.

You like to roam. Trails, peaks, and tucked-away beaches call your name—and this place has plenty to answer with. Pack a day bag and follow your curiosity.

You’re here for the rush. Zip pass a waterfall, paddle past sea stacks, or head where the snowmobiles roam. If it comes with a thrill, it belongs out here.

You go where the wind takes you. Slow roads, ocean views, and friendly stops along the way—this region was made for wandering.

You’re after stories. From Indigenous traditions to art, food, and music, the culture here is rooted, real, and waiting to be shared.

 Walk the land, hear the stories, and learn from the people who’ve been here the longest. These experiences are guided by tradition, rooted in place, and shared with care.

Cozy cabins, beach days, and trails for little legs. Whether it’s a backyard bonfire or a waterfall stroll, there’s plenty here for kids and grown-ups to explore together.

 From coastal boardwalks to scenic lookouts, many spots in the region are welcoming to all. Designed with access in mind, these experiences help everyone enjoy the view.

Care for the coast while you explore it. From low-impact adventures to local conservation efforts, you can travel lightly and leave the land better than you found it.

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Four Seasons Tours

Cox's Cove
This tour company, led by local Darren Park, is Transport Canada approved and offers personalized Newfoundland adventures. Whether it’s photographing bald eagles, witnessing Bay of Islands sunrises and sunsets, exploring shorelines and a double-arm fjord, savouring fresh seafood, or fishing for cod, perch, or mackerel, your experience is customized. To secure your preferred date, book early.
Six people, including two children, wearing red life jackets and smiling, sit on a boat in sunny weather with calm water and hills in the background. Two adults wave at the camera.

Zodiac Boat Tours

Humber Arm South
Hop into a Zodiac and cruise the Bay of Islands like a local! Skim over clear waters, explore hidden coves, and soak up wild views of the Blow Me Downs. It’s a salty, splashy, unforgettable ride—perfect for shutterbugs, thrill-seekers, and anyone keen to see the bay from a new angle.
A red cabin sits by the water’s edge, next to a large pine tree, with wild pink flowers in the foreground and green hills across the lake under a cloudy sky.

Picnic at the Beach

Gillams
Spend a sunny afternoon at Gillams Beach—ideal for swimming, lounging, or enjoying a picnic with a view of the Bay of Islands. The beach is peaceful, family-friendly, and loved by locals for its natural beauty and relaxing vibe.
A wide, rocky valley with steep slopes, sparse vegetation, and patches of snow under a clear blue sky, likely a glacially carved landscape surrounded by rugged terrain.

Blow Me Down Mountain Trail – International Appalachian Trail

Humber Arm South
This wild 30 km trek cuts through the rust-red Blow Me Down Mountains—ancient mantle rock and all. From Serpentine Lake to Frenchman’s Cove, you’ll climb 650 metres through a jaw-dropping backcountry that feels like another planet.

Oceanside Place (Airbnb)

York Harbour
This snug one-bedroom stay hugs the shoreline, with ocean views from bed and a private deck for salty morning coffees. Perfect for unwinding, storm-watching, and soaking in the quiet.

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Signature Events & Festivals

Bay of Islands Yacht Club

Founded in 1975, the Bay of Islands Yacht Club is known for its spectacular beauty, deep water, and welcoming community. We are the “casting off” point for an endless array of boating excursions in the Bay of Islands. Come explore the many islands and inlets our bay has to offer, and take advantage of our marina facilities and services

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Elmastukwek First Nation

Consider working in a special event or stop to one of the indigenous communities between Halfway Point and Lark Harbour that are part of the Elmastukwek First Nation

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