Newfoundland Heritage Web Site

Strait of Belle Isle

The Strait of Belle Isle ecoregion occupies the northern tip of the Northern Peninsula. It is characterized by cool summers and cold winters.
Paradise River

The Paradise River ecoregion is located in the southeastern section of Labrador.
South Avalon Burin Oceanic Barrens

South Avalon Burin Oceanic Barrens ecoregion covers the southern tips of the Avalon and Burin peninsulas.
Winokapau Lake North, Labrador

This ecoregion extends northeast from Winokapau Lake and borders the western extensions of the Lake Melville ecoregion.
Bays

The island of Newfoundland has a long and indented coastline that includes several major bays.