National parks near Clarenville-Shoal Harbour, Newfoundland and Labrador
Terra Nova National Park is the closest national park to Clarenville-Shoal Harbour, Newfoundland and Labrador — 39 km (24.2 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 54 min behind the wheel.
Eastern Newfoundland’s rocky coves and boreal forest along the Trans-Canada Highway.
Terra Nova National Park makes a full day trip — leave early. Gros Morne National Park is better with a night booked nearby.
Clarenville-Shoal Harbour has a population of about 3,478.
Terra Nova National Park
Gros Morne National Park
Cape Breton Highlands National Park
Sable Island National Park
Akami-Uapishkᵁ-KakKasuak-Mealy Mountains National Park
Mingan Archipelago National Park
Best time to visit Terra Nova National Park. Getting to Terra Nova National Park.
National parks near Clarenville-Shoal Harbour
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terra Nova National Park | 39 km (24.2 mi) | 54 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Gros Morne National Park | 321 km (200 mi) | 5 hr 11 min | Best as a weekend |
| Cape Breton Highlands National Park | 529 km (329 mi) | 8 hr 14 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Sable Island National Park | 657 km (408 mi) | 10 hr 7 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Akami-Uapishkᵁ-KakKasuak-Mealy Mountains National Park | 693 km (431 mi) | 10 hr 39 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Mingan Archipelago National Park | 705 km (438 mi) | 10 hr 49 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Prince Edward Island National Park | 714 km (444 mi) | 10 hr 57 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Pituamkek National Park | 759 km (471 mi) | 11 hr 36 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Forillon National Park | 768 km (477 mi) | 11 hr 44 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Kouchibouguac National Park | 838 km (521 mi) | 12 hr 47 min | Worth a longer road trip |
When to make this trip
Terra Nova National Park is generally best May through October, with April and early November as the quieter shoulder either side.
Winter brings cold, shorter days, and reduced services, though lower-elevation trails often stay walkable.
Peak summer weekends and autumn colour weekends fill parking lots early — arrive before mid-morning.
Seeing more than one
Several parks near Clarenville-Shoal Harbour are close enough to each other to combine on one trip, so the drive from home only has to happen once.
| Pair | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Terra Nova → Gros Morne | 305 km (189 mi) | 4 hr 56 min |
Planning a trip from Clarenville-Shoal Harbour
Distances here are straight-line and the drive estimate adds a road factor on top, but mountain passes and seasonal closures can change it a lot — a route that looks like three hours in June can be shut entirely in February. Confirm road status with the park before you commit to a date.
Other towns nearby
Common questions
What is the closest national park to Clarenville-Shoal Harbour?
Terra Nova National Park. It is about 39 km (24.2 mi) from Clarenville-Shoal Harbour, roughly 54 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Clarenville-Shoal Harbour?
Yes — Terra Nova National Park is within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near Clarenville-Shoal Harbour?
10 parks are within reach of Clarenville-Shoal Harbour, and 1 of them is close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Clarenville-Shoal Harbour?
For Terra Nova National Park, the closest one, generally May through October. Either side of that, April and early November stays quieter.