Overview
Lewisporte is a small town of approximately 3,400 residents on Notre Dame Bay in Central Newfoundland. It serves primarily as a deep-water port and shipping centre, functioning as a distribution point for supplies destined to Cartwright and Happy Valley-Goose Bay in Labrador via coastal ferry.
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Before you go
Accommodation
Limited accommodation includes Brittany Inn (hotel), Ocean View (B&B $100-125), and Islands Villa (upscale motel). Advance booking recommended.
Activities
Notre Dame Provincial Park offers camping, beach swimming, and boat rentals 1km from the Trans-Canada Highway.
Connectivity
Free Internet and wi-fi available at the Lewisporte Memorial Public Library in Town Hall.
Transport
DRL-LR buses connect Lewisporte daily between Port aux Basques and St. John's. The town is accessible via the Trans-Canada Highway.