Cape Bonavista

Cape Bonavista

Location of Cape Bonavista in Newfoundland

Cape Bonavista is a headland located on the east coast of the island of Newfoundland in the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador. It is located at the northeastern tip of the Bonavista Peninsula, which separates Trinity Bay to the south from Bonavista Bay to the north. The nearby town of Bonavista takes its name from this historic landmark. The lighthouse on Cape Bonavista was built in 1843.

John Cabot may have landed at this site on June 24, 1497 with his second expedition to North America (or at another time in the 15th century). Other Newfoundland locations also claim to be his landing site.

Gallery

Cape Bonavista, looking northwest from Spillar's Cove
The old lighthouse in 2002.
Cliffs and lighthouse.
Cliff perspective.

References

Coordinates: 48°42′00″N 53°05′15″W / 48.70000°N 53.08750°W / 48.70000; -53.08750

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