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Our most recent overlanding adventure, we drove North and took a long ferry ride to the incredible island of Newfoundland in the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador. Made up of pieces of several tectonic plates, Newfoundland has been apply described as “a monstrous mass of rock and gravel, almost without soil, like a strange thing from the bottom of the deep, lifted up, suddenly, into sunshine and storm.” While visiting the island we saw numerous bays, fjords, and cliffs shaped by glaciers and tectonic activity. Combined with boreal forests, rivers and lakes, the rolling rugged topography provided a visual spectacle that made us simultaneously shout “WOW” multiple times each and every day.
Newfoundland is different from other places we have visited because of its unique blend of geography, history, and culture. It’s rugged rocky coastline, a distinct dialect of English, and a strong connection to its Irish, English, French and Indigenous (Innu, Inuit, Mi'kmaq, and Southern Inuit) heritage, separate Newfoundland from the rest of Canada.
In Newfoundland we encountered rugged, dramatic landscapes, abundant wildlife, and a vibrant culture shaped by its unique history and location.
We drove north in April 2024 to see a total solar eclipse. Nothing can prepare you for the amazing sight when the sky suddenly darkens and the Sun’s corona shines in the sky. We were greeted with snow when we arrived, making this overlanding trip all the more special.
Situated off the coast of North Carolina is a 56-mile strand of sun drenched beaches that make up the coastal islands of eastern North Carolina. One of the few remaining natural barrier island chains in the world, we camped on Cape Lookout National Seashore in July 2023. We enjoyed it so much we went back with friends in September 2023. This national park is only accessible by ferry.
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