Attractions

ROUTE 70

On to Grates Cove where, according to legend, John Cabot landed and carved an inscription in a rock. Grates Cove Rock Walls, formerly used to wall vegetable gardens and keep in animals, are scattered throughout the community over 160 acres and have National Historical Significance.

In the fishing community of Bay de Verde be sure to visit the Baccalieu Interpretation Centre housed in the Bay de Verde Heritage House. This house, built by Bay de Verde merchant John Blundon in the late 1900's, was designated a heritage structure 1997. Bear's Cove and Baccalieu Island Look-outs offer a spectacular view of the rugged coastline. Located two miles off the easterly tip of the Bay de Verde Peninsula is Baccalieu Island Ecological Reserve, the largest seabird island in Newfoundland & Labrador. This island supports the greatest diversity of breeding seabirds than any of our seabird colonies.

As you drive along this shore you will pass through many small communities including Jobs Cove, formerly called Devils Cove. Here you can take in a breathtaking view of the rugged coastline and the "Droke"; a very steep ravine (valley from the road to the beach). Be sure not to miss the "mouse hole", a large hole in a cliff along the shore in Burnt Point.

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