In a country that boasts numerous stunning national parks, Gros Morne ranks among Canada's best.  The Park - with its varied grand landscapes that overlook the immense Gulf of St. Lawrence - beckons you to explore it over multiple days.

While Gros Morne is located in a remote region, once you get there, the Park itself is well organized for all types of travellers.  There are at least 14 well-marked hiking trails that are easily accessible from the road, ranging from an easy 250 metres loop walk to a more challenging 17 kilometres return hike. 

For those who are more adventurous and well-prepared, there are also wilderness backcountry hiking routes, which require permits.  Parks Canada describes Gros Morne's Long Range Mountains hike, for example, as "physically and mentally challenging. It is remote, strenuous, and potentially hazardous."  I also want to note to travellers who are interested in hiking Canadian national parks that Parks Canada uses the terms "trail" to denote a path that are explicitly created or well-marked and "route" to denote a path that are not established or marked.  When hiking a route, you will need to be proficient in using maps, compass, and GPS and be ready to be self-reliant, if you get lost.  Parks Canada rarely advertises the routes in their maps and brochures in order to prevent unprepared hikers. 

Within Gros Morne are several villages or towns, which provide visitors with restaurants and lodging.  Although these communities cater to visitors, they thankfully retained their authentic charm.  Town of Cow Head (Newfoundland and Labrador is filled with quirky town names) even boasts a thriving theatre scene.

While visiting western Newfoundland and Labrador, you can visit two other UNESCO World Heritage Sites, i.e., L'Anse aux Meadows and Red Bay Basque Whaling Station.