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Nearby Fortune derives its name from Fortune Bay Adventure
the Portuguese fortuna, which can mean Start: Bay L’Argent
both good and ill fortune. The lighthouse Length: Ferry crossings from 75 minutes
at Fortune Head, one of several to 1 hour and 45 minutes Eastern
prominent lights along the coast, is
surrounded by an ecological reserve
preserving fossils marking the boundary
between the Precambrian and Cambrian
geological eras, about 540 million years
ago. Learn about this geological history at From Bay L’Argent on Route 212, catch Road Trips
the Fortune Head Geology Centre. the ferry west to Rencontre East – a rural
From Fortune, you can take a side trip community accessible only by water – and
to France. A ferry service sails from here then onwards to Pool’s Cove in the Coast
to Saint-Pierre et Miquelon – you might of Bays. This ferry takes passengers only,
have already glimpsed them from and is essentially a full-day return trip or a
Lamaline. These French islands are just an multi-day trip that will give you a unique
hour away and a good place to buy wine view of this remote corner of the province.
and perfumes. But remember, you have to In Rencontre East, stay overnight in a
present your passport and clear customs historic vacation home overlooking the
on your return, and American visitors will water. From here, set out on a local-led
have to clear customs before entering the tour to immerse yourself in rural living.
U.S. as well. You can find schedules and Catch a fish for lunch, take on a mountain
fares at www.spm-ferries.fr. hike, and explore hidden waterfalls and the
The last stop is Frenchman’s Cove on remains of resettled communities while For more road trip information, visit NewfoundlandLabrador.com/road-trips
Route 213 where there’s a nine-hole golf soaking up the solitude.
course in the provincial park. Hiking trails Pool’s Cove is the last stop on this
from here to nearby Garnish and Grand journey. Take in this quiet community with
Beach cross beaches that are a great place a walk around town before boarding the
to see the sun set over Fortune Bay. boat back to Bay L’Argent. Pool’s Cove
marks the entrance to the Bay du Nord
River, a designated Canadian Heritage
River, which flows through the rugged
landscape of the Bay du Nord Wilderness
Reserve. Backcountry wilderness
recreation includes canoeing, kayaking,
angling, wildlife viewing, birdwatching,
and more.

Road Trip Tips

If your trip includes a ferry jaunt, visit www.gov.nl.ca/ti/ferryservices/schedules for routes
and rates. Some ferries do permit vehicles, with a set limit for vehicle capacity; other ferries
are passengers only (no vehicles accepted) so plan accordingly.

Please check exact directions and road conditions before you start each road trip. Visit
www.511nl.ca for current road conditions and ferry updates. Distances are estimates and
for guidance only. Routes can be taken as is, or in reverse order.

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