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North
River, Clarkes Beach, South River
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North
River
North River
The
peaceful and attractive community of North River is situated
on the north side of Bay de Grave adjacent to Clarke’s Beach.
It extends along the northwest bank of the river of the same name.
The settlement includes Hallstown.
The
'North River' forms the northwest boundary of the town, and is
a scheduled salmon river.
Clarke's
Beach
Clarkes Beach
To
See
Clarke’s
Beach Municipal Park
Due
to its beauty and tranquility, the Clarke’s Beach, North
River, South River area has been the home of a number of well
known Newfoundland artists. The town of Clarke’s Beach has
a well kept Municipal Park with a small beach for outdoor swimming.
The
town has a Registered Heritage Structure Winter Home. Although
it is not open for public display, it has an interesting history.
The
town has a Registered Heritage Structure Winter Home. Although
it is not open for public display, it has an interesting history.
Winter
Home was the residence of Henry William Winter who made furniture.
His styles are unique including a great deal of ornamentation. His
original workshop was located on the main highway in Clarke's Beach
across the street from his home. To advertise his business, Henry
Winter placed a chair on the roof overlooking the road.
South
River
South
River
South
River is a beautiful, quiet town, where the green county atmosphere
contrasts with spectacular seascapes seen in most of the Baccalieu
Trail. The area at one time had a thriving lumber and boat building
industry. Logs were floated down the river to the shore.
South River is a scheduled salmon river.
  
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