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Communities in Gros Morne

Approximately 30 minutes from Wiltondale is the community of Woody Point. On the drive to Woody Point, you will have a very scenic view of Bonne Bay. Woody Point has a very deep water port, which made it a very important shipping port in the early history of Newfoundland. The town is going through a restoration phase of the older properties.  This makes the town a must a visit while in Gros Morne National Park. You can find out more about the history of the area by visiting the Heritage Theatre website. Woody Point is situated such that from the town, you can see the clear waters of Bonne Bay as well as Gros Morne Mountain and the Tablelands Mountain. This combined with a natural beauty makes the town an historic place to visit in Newfoundland. It has aided in the designation of Gros Morne a World Historic site. Enjoy yourself as you walk around town.  While in Woody Point visit the Discovery Centre, which has become an integral part of Gros Morne National Park.  Also make sure you visit The Heritage Theatre to get a taste of Newfoundland Culture in music and song. Visit the Hunky Dory Folk Arts Shop to get a see some of Newfoundland's finest in Folk Art Collections Although a very scenic place to visit in the summer time, like other places in the park, Woody Point has much to offer visitors in the winter time.  Enjoy ice skating, snowshoeing, skiing or snowmobiling during the winter months, along with the hiking, whale watching, cultural events and boating during the summer time. Looking for accommodations?  Check out Victorian Manor Heritage Properties.  Victorian Manor Heritage Properties can provide you with Efficiency Units or Bed & Breakfast Accommodations. For more information feel free to call the council office at 709-453-2273