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The Boat Tours Western Brook Pond Boat Tour
 Western Brook Pond fjord in
Gros Morne National Park provides a dramatic setting for a boat tour. The
Long Range Mountains, the northernmost extent of the Appalachians, contain
numerous glacially-carved fjords. One of the most spectacular is the
Park's largest lake, Western Brook Pond. This 16 km lake with a depth of
165m is home to Atlantic Salmon, Brook Trout and Arctic Char, as well as
an unusual colony of cliff nesting gulls.
There is no better way to
explore this sc enic
delight than
by taking the
Western Brook Pond Boat
Tour. On board, behold the spectacular glacier-carved land-locked fjord,
waterfalls cascading from 2000 feet that often turn to mist before
reaching the pond, billion year-old cliffs and frequent wildlife sightings.
The boat tour can be reached via
Route 430, 27 km north of Rocky Harbour. From the parking lot there is a
pleasant 45 minute walk to the dock. The trail carries you over
the fragile coastal plain, once located below sea level. Pause for a while to
examine the variety of plant life, look for wildlife or read the
interpretive panels located along the trail. A light weight
jacket is advisable while aboard the boat. Located at dockside, one can
find a sheltered waiting area, indoor washroom facilities, canteen
services, gift shop as well as several beautiful picnic areas.
 Our two Coast Guard approved vessels, the Westbrook II and
III, have a combined capacity of 165 people. Live interpretation points
out some of the geological and historical features of this wonder of
nature.
This famous tour has been featured in
many magazines and on several television programs.
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PLEASE
NOTE
Parks Canada requires you have a Gros Morne National Park
pass for the
Western Brook Pond Boat Tour. |
Departure Point:
Western Brook Pond Dock - An easy
three-kilometer (1.8 miles) walk from parking lot along the Western Brook Pond
Trail.
Departure Times:
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June Dates: |
1:00 p.m. |
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July/Aug. Dates |
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10:00 a.m. |
1:00 p.m. |
4:00 p.m. |
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Sept. Dates: |
1:00 p.m. |
During June and August,
extra tours may be added if numbers warrant.
Tour
Time:
Approximately 2 hours
2010 Rates:
| Adults |
$52.00 |
| Children (12-16) |
$25.00 |
| Children (11 & under) |
$20.00 |
| Family (2 Adults & 2 Children) |
$120.00 |
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