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Gros Morne / Norris Point KOA
- 5 Shearakin Lane
- Rocky Harbour, NL A0K 4N0
- Canada
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From Deer Lake, travel 65 km (40 mi) on Route 430 (The Viking Trail). Turn L on Norris Point Access Rd and drive 1.5 km (.9 mi) past Gros Morne Info Centre.
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2011 President's Award
KOA President's Award
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2011 KOA Founder's Award
KOA Founder's Award
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Endless trails-some easy, some demanding-explore the contours and vistas of this stunning land.
Join in a campfire sing-along as dusk falls and lake mists rise at Newfoundland's first and only KOA. This secluded campground sits in a wooded valley at the center of Gros Morne National Park, an area so spectacular it has been designated a World Heritage Site. Campsites overlook a majestic mountain lake, perfect for swimming and boating (pedal boat and canoe rentals available). Walk the "Moose Path" along its shore. Endless trails-some easy, some demanding-explore the contours and vistas of this stunning land. Join interpretive kayak tours to glide among glacier carved fjords. Kids get their own interpretive hikes and crafts. You'll all want to become honorary Newfoundlanders with the KOA's initiation "screech-in."
Meet Your Hosts
The outdoors has always been important to Shawn and Charlene Shears - owners of Newfoundland's first KOA. They grew up with Gros Morne National Park as their playground. Being avid outdoor enthusiasts, they jumped at the chance to be involved in the family campground in 1997.
Shawn, a conservation officer, and Charlene, a physical education teacher both sought ways to improve the campground facilities and service. After much consideration (and 2 children later!), they converted the family campground to a KOA in 2004.
"It was a great deal of work," said Shawn, "with work commitments, 2 small children and a summer business, but it was well worth the effort as we have received numerous awards as a result. In 2008, todaysparent.com labeled us as 1 of the best 25 family campgrounds in Canada!"
"We have always prided ourselves in great facilities and service," stated Charlene, "but we would not have gotten this far without the help of a wonderful staff who care for the campground as if it were their own!"
You may find Shawn, Charlene, Natalie and Joshua at the campground any time of the year enjoying the great outdoors including skiing, hiking, sledding, swimming, etc. They would love to share a little piece of their "paradise" with you.
Campground Activities
Come,enjoy yourselves in 2012! May 18-21: Victoria Day Weekend
SPRING into summer with a birthday bash in honor of Queen Victoria - complete with ice cream cake, party games and spring fling things!
June 15-17: "Dads of Steel!"
Celebrate Father's Day with some friendly activities that the whole family will enjoy. (But remember, our focus is the Dads!)
June 22-24: Annual "Camp for Cancer"
- Camp Friday night and stay Saturday for FREE!
- Donations made during this weekend will be forwarded to those fighting for a cure!
- Events on SATURDAY include Beans & "Toutons" meal, "Lights of Life", campfire sing-a-long and more!
July 1: Happy Canada Day!
Decorate your bike for a KOA bike parade. Bring your bike, and we'll supply the decorations. It is sure to be a fun filled day, complete with face painting, games, and campfire with fireworks!
July 2-8: Enjoy the Holidaze!
Who says you can't celebrate Christmas in July, go for a New Year's Polar Dip or find Easter eggs in summer? Well, you can at Gros Morne KOA!
July 9-15: "Long may your big jib draw!"
We are proud of our Newfoundland heritage and would like to share it with our campers. Try some Newfoundland Cuisine, take part in some of our traditional activities or become an honorary Newfoundlander!
July 16-22: Welcome to the Wild, Wild West!
Visit our KOA Saloon and join in a game of cards, play horseshoes or cozy down by the campfire and enjoy a treat - "Western Style!"
July 23-29: "Aloha" from Gros Morne KOA!
No need to vacation in Hawaii when Gros Morne KOA can bring Hawaii to you. Dress up Hawaiian style and take part in our KOA Luau. Try our hula contest, or snorkel for tropical fish off our KOA Reef!
July 30 - August 5: Cruisin' Through the Decades!
What was your favorite decade? No matter the favorite, Gros Morne KOA has something for you. Remember the Sock Hops, Greasy Hair dos and happenin' Hippies. We'll go stylin' with the decades with tie dye, music and a fashion show!
August 6 -12: "Sea's" the Day!
Enjoy a fun filled week of celebrating the sea including treasure hunts, soaker games, sea art and more!
August 13-19: Hooray for Hollywood!
Take the "walk of fame" with our "black tie affair" and feel like a star at our wine and cheese social - complete with a photo shoot!
August 20-26: Give a Little Love to our Pets
Take part in this week's events and make a small donation to the local SPCA. Activities include a pet parade, pet crafts, and a pajama party with treats-and yes, pet treats too! The pets are sure to thank you for it!
August 27-30: "Last Blast of Summer!"
Let's review our favorite summer themes. If you missed a great activity, don't worry here's your chance to enjoy!
August 31-September 3 : Annual Labor Day Celebrations
It's the last long weekend before we go back to work or school, so let's enjoy this jam- packed weekend with face painting, games, campfire, fireworks, and more!
September 21-23: Early Thanksgiving and Halloween!
Let's give thanks to all our blessings with a Turkey Dinner at the KOA Kitchen Shelter. Please reserve early so we can save your campsite and a seat!
Halloween also comes early on this weekend, so bring your favorite costumes for some Trick-or-Treat fun. "Campers - feel free to decorate in anticipation of some spooky visitors!"
Local Attractions
Hello from beautiful Gros Morne! Just take a look at the list below, hold on to your hats, and get ready for an adventure of a lifetime!
Boating/Kayaking
Tour the spectacular landlocked fjord of Western Brook Pond and scenic true fjord of Bonne Bay with Bontours.
Take a "close up" view of the earth's mantel with Tableland's Boat Tour.
Looking for adventure? Check out Gros Morne Adventures with their interpretive kayak outings through the "tickle" and "arms" of Bonne Bay. Guided hiking and backpacking adventures are also available!
Theatre, Culture, and Entertainment
Enjoy the theatrical performance of the Gros Morne Theatre Festival. Their dinner theatres, warehouse performances and children's shows are sure to entertain any visitor!
Attend local "pub nights" at the Ocean View Motel - an evening of music and wit starring the local group "Anchors Aweigh".
Visit the fishing premises at "Broom Point" or stroll among the beaches, stores and sheds of several ocean front communities.
Interpretive Programs and Exhibits
Visit local exhibits and museums to determine the forces that not only shape the land but also the people of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Tour the coastal lowlands, tidal pools, and other geological sites.
The Bonne Bay Marine Centre at Norris Point allows one a closer look at our marine story. Its unique displays, interpretative programs and an indoor "touch tank" would delight the child and adult alike!
Hiking
In addition to our very own "Moose Path", and "Logger's Road", check out the many local trails- ranging from easy strolls to difficult multi-day excursions depending on your interest and ability.
Swimming
Swim in our private lake or at a local beach. Only 5 minutes away you can swim in an indoor, "state of the art", facility complete with children's pool and hot tub!
Other Ideas:
Savour the taste of fine dishes at local restaurants!
Find gifts and souvenirs at the campground or local craft shops!
Drive North along the Viking Trail to experience the rich history of our Island - native cultures, whalers, and the early English, Irish and French settlers.
At the very tip of the Viking Trail you are sure to enjoy the recreated Viking settlement of 1000 A.D. and 10, 000 year old icebergs!
Don't forget to bring along a camera! Take nothing but pictures and leave nothing but footprints.
Trail, Tales and Tunes Festival, Norris Point - May 14-28, 2011
Come and join in the fifth anniversary of Trails, Tales and Tunes Festival . Enjoy a unique blend of daytime walks in spectacular Gros Morne National Park, afternoon workshops with artists and photographers, and evening entertainment by very talented local musicians and storytellers performed in churches, halls, theatres and pubs throughout Norris Point. For more information please visit http://www.trailstalestunes.ca/
