National parks near Fogo Island, Newfoundland and Labrador
Terra Nova National Park is the closest national park to Fogo Island, Newfoundland and Labrador — 133 km (82.7 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 2 hr 24 min behind the wheel.
Terra Nova makes a full day trip — leave early. Gros Morne is better with a night booked nearby.
Fogo Island has a population of about 2,117.
Terra Nova
Gros Morne
Akami-Uapishkᵁ-KakKasuak-Mealy Mountains
Cape Breton Highlands
Mingan Archipelago
Forillon
National parks near Fogo Island
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terra Nova National Park | 133 km (82.7 mi) | 2 hr 24 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Gros Morne National Park | 256 km (159 mi) | 4 hr 13 min | Best as a weekend |
| Akami-Uapishkᵁ-KakKasuak-Mealy Mountains National Park | 545 km (338 mi) | 8 hr 28 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Cape Breton Highlands National Park | 585 km (364 mi) | 9 hr 3 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Mingan Archipelago National Park | 646 km (401 mi) | 9 hr 57 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Forillon National Park | 743 km (462 mi) | 11 hr 23 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Prince Edward Island National Park | 756 km (470 mi) | 11 hr 34 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Sable Island National Park | 776 km (482 mi) | 11 hr 51 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Pituamkek National Park | 792 km (492 mi) | 12 hr 5 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Kouchibouguac National Park | 859 km (534 mi) | 13 hr 5 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 Fogo Island 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 Fogo Island
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.
Common questions
What is the closest national park to Fogo Island?
Terra Nova National Park. It is about 133 km (82.7 mi) from Fogo Island, roughly 2 hr 24 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Fogo Island?
Yes — Terra Nova National Park is within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near Fogo Island?
10 parks are within reach of Fogo Island, 1 of them close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Fogo Island?
For Terra Nova National Park, the closest one, generally May through October. Either side of that, April and early November stays quieter.