Walking Trails
Unique outdoor activities in Central Labrador
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Simeon Falls/Peace Rock
Situated 10 kilometers down the North West River Road, departing from Goose Bay, Simeon Falls/Peace Rock offers a tranquil retreat for visitors and locals alike. The trail itself is marked by small signs along the highway and begins on the road's left side. The hike to Simeon Falls is a well groomed (the beginning has some brush for approx. one minute) providing a light hike for people of all ages. The remaining hike to Middle Rock, on through to Peace Rock is somewhat more rugged, as it has a steeper incline and is more overgrown with vegetation. However, upon reaching either rock, the picturesque view of Lake Melville is breathtaking.
Birch Brook Trails
At Birch Brook, just east of Happy Valley Goose Bay, ski trails become hiking trails in late spring allowing access to some interesting features. Three different walking routes are recommended. Individual maps may be obtained from the Visitor Information Centre or from Birch Brook Nordic Ski Club. See the website http://www.birchbrook.com for more information.
Muskrat Falls
This is an unmarked trail and caution is advised
After leaving Goose Bay on the Trans Labrador Highway, you will drive approximately 27 kilometers to reach the turn off for Muskrat Falls. The lookout point, which is roughly two kilometers after the turn off, provides a majestic view of the Churchill River where the rapids collect in a basin. The trails leading to Muskrat Falls are clearly defined however: there are points where caution must be used, as rainfall can create muddy areas. The hike itself is a descending 800 meter trail that provides a scenic view of the surrounding river and rapids. Once you reach the falls area, there is a steep incline leading to a rock face lookout - once again, caution must be taken as the mist from the falls causes the surface to become slippery.
After leaving Goose Bay on the Trans Labrador Highway, you will drive approximately 27 kilometers to reach the turn off for Muskrat Falls. The lookout point, which is roughly two kilometers after the turn off, provides a majestic view of the Churchill River where the rapids collect in a basin. The trails leading to Muskrat Falls are clearly defined however: there are points where caution must be used, as rainfall can create muddy areas. The hike itself is a descending 800 meter trail that provides a scenic view of the surrounding river and rapids. Once you reach the falls area, there is a steep incline leading to a rock face lookout - once again, caution must be taken as the mist from the falls causes the surface to become slippery.