Rocky Harbour

History

Arrowheads show that Mi'kmaw once inhabited the area. During the 18th and 19th centuries, the harbour was frequented by the early French fisherman when it came under the French Shore fishery. The first year Rocky Harbour appeared in the census figures was in 1874, when it had a population of 35. Rocky Harbour is a key tourist town in central Gros Morne National Park. It offers nature and scenery viewing, and access to hiking trails. The town's only school, [http://www.grosmorne.k12.nf.ca/ Gros Morne Academy], is also home to the [http://www.nlpl.ca/component/jumi/library.html?site_id=wrh Rocky Harbour Public Library]. Neighbouring communities include Norris Point and Neddie's Harbour. Rocky Harbour has two exits from Newfoundland and Labrador Route 431.