WWII GUNSITE Overlooking Conception Bay and the ferry landing, a battery of coastal guns that were operated by the Newfoundland militia or home defence. During WWII, these guns were fired on German U-boats. Season: Jan 1–Dec 31 Loc: Beach Hill T: (709) 488 2411 / 687 6216 F: (709) 488 3290 TF: (855) 235 5475 E: tourismbellisland@gmail.com W: tourismbellisland.com Bauline, Route 21 (S23) EAST COAST TRAIL 2FT A 540-km wilderness and coastal trail system from Topsail Beach to Trepassey. Entry points in all communities along the trail, with 300 km developed. Guidebooks and maps available for purchase. White Horse Path A strenuous, 8- to 10-hour, 17.5-km trek between Bauline and Cape St. Francis. Experience old growth forest, ponds, erratics, rocky outcrops, and peat lands with unique Conception Bay vistas throughout. Use caution during rain/frost conditions. Season: Jan 1–Dec 31 Loc: Bauline T: (709) 738 4453 F: (709) 738 1122 E: information@ eastcoasttrail.com W: eastcoasttrail.com $$: Annual membership $25. Hiking is free. CC: V, MC. Cape St. Francis (R23) to Pouch Cove, Route 20 (S3) BISCAN COVE PATH – EAST COAST TRAIL FT A moderate, 2- to 4-hour, 7.3-km hike between Pouch Cove and Cape St. Francis. Attractions include berry picking grounds, overview of Pouch Cove, waterfall at Freshwater, and views of offshore islands. Season: Jan 1–Dec 31 Loc: Pouch Cove. See contact information under Bauline, above. Pouch Cove, Route 20 (S23) TRAIL CONNECTIONS 4 Hike the East Coast Trail from B&B to B&B. Includes accommodation, orientation, and all meals. Cap: Flexible Season: Jun 1–Sep 30 Loc: 34 Sullivan’s Loop T: (709) 335 8315 E: edettmer@nf.sympatico.ca W: trailconnections. ca $$: Double $160, single $190. CC: e-Transfer. Pouch Cove, Route 20 (S23) to Flatrock, Route 20 (S23) STILES COVE PATH – EAST COAST TRAIL FT 15 km of awe-inspiring hiking trail linking Pouch Cove to Flatrock. Find yourself at the edge of the world. Season: Jan 1–Dec 31 Loc: Trailheads
at Flatrock and Pouch Cove. See contact information under Bauline, above. Flatrock, Route 20 (S23) FLATROCK MUSEUM FT The museum houses artifacts and photographs of life in Flatrock in the days of our forefathers. Season: Jan–Dec, daily 9am–4pm Loc: Flatrock T: (709) 437 6312 F: (709) 437 6311 E: info@ townofflatrock.com W: townofflatrock.com OCEAN VIEW PARK FT Outdoor day park–children’s playground, picnic area, ocean view, watch whales in season. Season: Jan 1–Dec 31 Loc: Windgap Road at Boyles Lane T: (709) 437 6312 F: (709) 437 6311 E: info@townofflatrock.com W: townofflatrock. com RED HEAD RECREATION COMPLEX FT 18-acre recreation park with soccer field, tennis court, playground, softball field, and chalet. Season: Jan 1–Dec 31 Loc: Red Head Road T: (709) 335 2848 ext. 4 F: (709) 437 6311 E: info@ townofflatrock.com W: townofflatrock.com Flatrock, Route 20 (S23) to Torbay, Route 20 (S23) FATHER TROY’S TRAIL – EAST COAST TRAIL FT A moderate, 2- to 4-hour, 8.7-km (one way) historic path with attractions including Tappers Cove wharf, Church Cove loop, and a rocky jut of land known as the Beamer. Season: Jan 1– Dec 31 Loc: Trailheads at Spray Lane, Torbay and Windgap Road, Flatrock. See contact information under Bauline, above. Torbay, Route 20 (S23) BREAKOUT NL FT A totally immersive escape game where you and your friends must solve the mystery to get out! Put your logic, teamwork, and courage to the test with a variety of mental and physical challenges. Cap: 30 per hour Season: Jan 2–Dec 30, Mon–Fri 4:30pm–10:30pm, Sat 12pm–12am, Sun 2:30pm–10:30pm Loc: 1399B Torbay Road T: (709) 437 1266 E: info@breakoutnl.com W: breakoutnl.com $$: Weekdays $20, weekends $22. CC: MC, V. Torbay, Route 20 (S23) to Middle Cove, Route 30 (S23) SILVER MINE HEAD PATH – EAST COAST TRAIL FT This easy, 1- to 2-hour, 2.4-km trail showcases Middle Cove Beach Park (known for capelin and whales in season), coastal meadows, and mixed forest with views south to Torbay Point and north to Flatrock. Season: Jan 1–Dec 31 Loc: Trailheads at Motion Drive, Torbay and Marine
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community. Season: Jan 1–Dec 31 Loc: Wabana T: (709) 488 2411 / 687 6216 F: (709) 488 3290 TF: (855) 235 5475 E: tourismbellisland@gmail.com W: tourismbellisland.com