Cow Head Lighthouse Trail
A gentle coastal trail leading to a quaint lighthouse, with stunning ocean vistas and unique rock formations beyond.
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Enjoy scenic ocean views
Cow Head Lighthouse Trail
Best Time
Enjoy scenic ocean views
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A gentle coastal trail leading to a quaint lighthouse, with stunning ocean vistas and unique rock formations beyond.
"Views well worth the visit! Short hike, beginner elevation, great trails."
👟 Wear Hiking Shoes
Stairs and some terrain make good footwear essential for comfort and safety.
🚶♀️ Explore Beyond
Don't stop at the lighthouse; continue to Point of the Head for spectacular views!
Quick Facts
Rating
4.4 · 74 reviews
Type
Historical Landmark
Highlights
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Cow Head Lighthouse
Trailhead parking area
A quaint lighthouse nestled amongst trees, offering a peaceful start to your coastal exploration.
Point of the Head
Past the lighthouse
Breathtaking ocean views and dramatic coastal scenery await at this stunning lookout point.
Spring Beach Rock Formations
Offshoot trail from main path
Discover outstanding and unique rock formations at this surprisingly named 'beach'.
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Beyond the Lighthouse
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Cliff jumping
Hello, I am coming from NB for a day trip to PEI and was wondering if anyone knows if they have any cliff jumping/bridge jumping over there. Thanks! 👍
👟 Wear Hiking Shoes
Stairs and some terrain make good footwear essential for comfort and safety.
🚶♀️ Explore Beyond
Don't stop at the lighthouse; continue to Point of the Head for spectacular views!
Good morning! We are traveling to Newfoundland from NS for the first time for a hiking trip. It’s been on the bucket list for a while, we are very excited! I have a couple questions below, thanks in advance for any help!
As part of the trip we are driving up the coast from Irishtown-Summerside to L’Anse aux Meadows. I’ve been making a list of hikes and notable spots along the way, any suggestions on must-see spots along that route? Lookoffs, lighthouses, shorter hikes etc. As far as the…
Seeking travel advice for Gros Morne (June)
Hello! I'm going to be travelling to Newfoundland with my SO near end of June for 5 days to explore the areas around Gros Morne. I've got an itinerary planned out, let me know your thoughts: * Day 1: Arrive at Deer Lake (2pm) and drive up to St. Anthony with some sight-seeing…
🌳 Respect Nature
Stay on trails and avoid littering to preserve the natural beauty.
📸 Capture the Vistas
The ocean views and unique rock formations are incredibly photogenic.
Twillingate and surrounding areas until late October
Staying in Crow Head for work until the end of October. I'm looking for hidden gems, recommendations of places to check out, etc!! Too late in the year for icebergs of course but looking to see as much as I can while I'm here. Been in Moreton's harbour once for work and it was…
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👟 Wear Hiking Shoes
Stairs and some terrain make good footwear essential for comfort and safety.
🚶♀️ Explore Beyond
Don't stop at the lighthouse; continue to Point of the Head for spectacular views!
🌳 Respect Nature
Stay on trails and avoid littering to preserve the natural beauty.
📸 Capture the Vistas
The ocean views and unique rock formations are incredibly photogenic.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Visitors find the Cow Head Lighthouse Trail to be a charming and easy walk with surprisingly beautiful ocean views, especially if they venture beyond the lighthouse itself. While the lighthouse is small, the surrounding nature, lookouts, and unique rock formations at Spring Beach are frequently praised. Some note the lighthouse isn't directly on the ocean, but the overall experience is highly positive for a short, scenic hike.
"Drive to the end of the main road leading into Cow Head, which will take you past beautiful views of beaches and the ocean vistas. You will find signs that lead you to a parking area where the trail head is clearly marked. We were surprised to find the lighthouse surrounded by trees and no visible to the ocean. Loved the quiet trail with ocean views and the cute signs along the trail. Lovely spot for an easy hike."
Rose Ley
"Nice little (tiny actually) lighthouse that is found after a little hike from a car park. The hike itself is really easy, along a well maintained path with stairs, etc. Walk to the lighthouse itself is about 10 or so minutes from the car park, but I really recommend pressing on to the Point of the Head, which is quite stunning. Path along the way passes in some of the densest small trees growth I have seen."
Julien Arino
"An ok hike, short and easy, but the lighthouse is very very short and you don’t get much viewpoint."
A. Kingsbury
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Frequently Asked Questions
🚇 🗺️ Getting There
Drive to the end of the main road in Cow Head. Signs will direct you to the parking area where the trailhead is clearly marked.
Yes, there is a designated parking area at the trailhead for visitors.
Information on public transport to Cow Head is limited; driving is the most common method.
🎫 🎫 Tickets & Entry
No, the Cow Head Lighthouse Trail is generally free to access.
The trail is typically open year-round during daylight hours.
There is no fee to see the lighthouse; it's part of the accessible trail.
🎫 🧭 Onsite Experience
The walk to the lighthouse is about 10 minutes, making it a short and easy hike.
It's a short, easy hike with beginner elevation, suitable for most fitness levels.
Basic parking is available. Restroom facilities are not typically mentioned at the immediate trailhead.
Expect lovely ocean vistas, dense tree growth along the path, and stunning lookouts past the lighthouse.
While not explicitly stated, it's generally recommended to check local guidelines for pet policies on hiking trails.
📸 📸 Photography
The lighthouse itself, the 'Point of the Head' lookout, and the unique rock formations at Spring Beach offer excellent photo opportunities.
Absolutely, the coastal scenery and ocean views make it ideal for landscape photographers.
Late afternoon can offer beautiful golden hour light, enhancing the coastal scenery.
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