Anse à Henry
A remote bay on the north coast of Saint-Pierre Island with an ancient Indigenous archaeological site and wide-open moorland and sea views along the way.
Anse à Henry lies on the north coast of Saint-Pierre Island, where archaeologists have found camp remains dating back about 5,000 years, left by ancient Indigenous peoples and later by Paleo-Eskimo and Beothuk groups. It is the most important prehistoric site in the archipelago. Today it is a quiet coastal hiking route. Starting from town, a gravel road leads past a chain of small lakes, and the round trip takes about 3–4 hours. You may see seals and seabirds at the bay. The site itself has only information boards, while excavated artifacts are displayed at the L’Arche museum.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Grand Colombier
- Cap à l'Aigle
- Zazpiak Bat Fronton
- Saint-Pierre Town & Harbour
- Saint-Pierre Cathedral
- Pointe aux Canons Lighthouse
- Musée Héritage
- Île aux Marins