Grates Cove · Newfoundland & Labrador
Plan Your Visit
Everything you need to know to make the most of your trip to Grates Cove — at the tip of the Avalon Peninsula.
Getting Here
Directions to Grates Cove
Grates Cove is located at the very end of Route 70 on the Bay de Verde Peninsula — approximately 2 hours north of St. John’s. The drive is scenic and the journey is part of the experience!
| From St. John’s | Approximately 2 hours by car |
| Route | Take Route 70 north through Bay de Verde to the very end |
| From Carbonear | Approximately 45 minutes via Route 70 |
| GPS Address | Grates Cove, NL, Canada |
| Caution | Watch for moose — especially in fog or after dark |
Driving Tips
- 🚗 The last stretch of Route 70 is steep — drive carefully going down into the village
- 🦌 Moose are common on all roads — reduce speed at dawn and dusk
- ⛽ Fill up with gas in Carbonear or Harbour Grace before heading out
- 🌫 Fog is common on the peninsula — drive with headlights on
- 📱 Cell coverage may be limited — download offline maps before you go
Where to Stay
Accommodations
Grates Cove is a small community so accommodation options are limited. We recommend booking early especially during summer months.
Snug Harbour House
Vacation Rental · Grates Cove
A beautiful 3-bedroom vacation home in the heart of Grates Cove — the perfect base for exploring the trails, rock walls and coastline. Watch whales and icebergs from your bed and kitchen table.
- 🛏 3 Bedrooms · 3 Bathrooms · Up to 6 Guests
- 🍳 Full Kitchen · Washer/Dryer · Soaker Tub · Patio
- 🌊 Ocean views · Direct trail access · Wi-Fi · Year-round
The Salt and Stone Retreat
Vacation Rental · Grates Cove
A private oceanfront escape in the heart of Grates Cove – offering the perfect base for exploring the area.
3 Bedrooms · 3 Bathrooms · Up to 6 Guests
Full Kitchen · Washer/Dryer · BBQ · 2 Patios
Ocean views · Direct trail access · Wi-Fi · Year-round
The Howard House
Airbnb · Daniel’s Cove
A charming Airbnb property in nearby Daniel’s Cove — just minutes from Grates Cove. A wonderful retreat offering comfort and character.
- 3 Bedrooms · 1.5 Bathrooms · Up to 6 Guests
- Full Kitchen · Washer/Dryer · Pets Allowed
- Ocean views · Direct trail access · Wi-Fi
Bent Anchor Bed & Breakfast
Bnb · GRATES COVE
A charming bnb property in Grates Cove. A wonderful retreat offering a peaceful stay in a historic coastal commu
- 3 Bedrooms
- Full Breakfast · Guest Refrigerator · Elevator
- Ocean views · Direct trail access · Wi-Fi · Year-round
Unique Experiences
Seaweed Bath & Thalassotherapy
Experience one of Grates Cove’s most unique offerings — an outdoor Seaweed Bath and Thalassotherapy experience at Grates Cove Co. Immerse yourself in locally harvested Laminaria digitata and Bladderwrack releasing bioactives that hydrate, soothe and restore your skin.
After your soak enjoy a warm Korean Vegetable Pancake, Seaweed Vegetable Broth and a refreshing glass of Partridgeberry or Blueberry Juice.
- 💰 $110 per person · 2 hours
- 🛁 2 soaker tubs available for booking
- 🎁 Includes 30ml Seaweed Lotion & Clay Mask
- 🏞 Overlooking the rugged cliffs of Grates Cove
Local Shops
7 Fathoms Seaweed Skincare
Take a piece of Grates Cove home with you. 7 Fathoms is a local seaweed skincare brand rooted in the rich marine heritage of the Newfoundland coast — crafting natural products from the same cold Atlantic waters that surround the village.
A beautiful and unique Newfoundland gift or souvenir — sustainably harvested, locally made.
Visit 7 Fathoms
- 🌿 Sustainably harvested Newfoundland seaweed
- 🧴 Natural skincare for face and body
- 🎁 Unique Newfoundland gifts and souvenirs
- 🌊 Made and manufactured in Grates Cove, NL
- 🐉 As seen on Dragon’s Den
Local Amenities
What's Available in Grates Cove
Available
Free parking · Hiking trails · Heritage museum · Scenic lookouts · Donation box · Community wharf
Food & Drink
Limited food options available seasonally. Stock up in Bay de Verde, Old Perlican, Carbonear or Harbour Grace before your visit.
Gas & Supplies
No gas station in Grates Cove. Fill up in Old Perlican, Carbonear or Harbour Grace. Nearest grocery stores are in Bay de Verde and Old Perlican .
Connectivity
Cell coverage is limited in parts of Grates Cove. Download offline maps and information before arriving.
Be Prepared
What to Bring
- 👟 Sturdy footwear — trails are rocky and uneven
- 🧥 Windproof jacket — weather changes quickly on the peninsula
- 💧 Water and snacks — no food services on the trails
- 📷 Camera — the scenery is extraordinary
- 🔋 Portable charger — limited cell signal means GPS battery drains faster
- 🪣 Berry picking container — if visiting in late summer!
- 💵 Small cash donation — for the RV donation box and local heritage fund
Leave No Trace
Grates Cove is a National Historic Site and a living community. Please help us preserve it for future generations.
- ✅ Stay on marked trails
- ✅ Take all litter with you
- ✅ Do not disturb the stone walls
- ✅ Respect local residents and property
- ✅ Keep pets on a leash at all times