Cape Spear Lighthouse National Historic Site
Cape Spear
The easternmost point of the North American continent, where you can see the first sunrise in North America. The old lighthouse, built in 1836, is the oldest surviving lighthouse in Newfoundland.
Cape Spear is about 15 km from downtown and is the easternmost point of North America. The white square-shaped old lighthouse and the keeper's residence have been restored to their 1839 appearance and are open for visits. Along the cliffs, you can also see remains of World War II gun batteries and underground passages. In summer, you can often spot humpback whales spouting from the rocks, and in spring you can see icebergs. The waves and wind are extremely strong here, so never climb over the railings to go down onto the rocks. A car or taxi is required to get there.
Opening hours
All day (lighthouse open about June–October)
Nearby sights
- Fort Amherst
- East Coast Trail
- Cabot Tower
- Signal Hill National Historic Site
- Quidi Vidi Village
- Johnson Geo Centre
- Quidi Vidi Lake
- Water Street