The Gravels

Western Newfoundland


The spit of land that connects Port au Port to the mainland looks as if it could be snipped away with a pair of dull scissors. In fact, this isthmus is great for bird-watching, and a parking lot allows access to about 3.5km of lovely walking trails.


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