Humber Valley
Around Humber Valley
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Countryside and towns · Newfoundland and Labrador · 10k people
Humber Valley
Where the river runs wild and the woods are deep
Deep forest greenRiver blue
Welcome to the Humber Valley, where the river runs clear and the mountains stand tall. Whether you're here to fish, hike, or just relax by the lake, you'll find a friendly community ready to share a cup of tea and a story.
Clubs for Humber Valley
No clubs for Humber Valley yet.
The room
One room for everyone around Humber Valley. It never closes; when it's busy it splits into tables. Once you're in, you stay until you leave.
Ask the neighbours
AllA good plumber, the best tacos, a lost cat: nobody has asked yet. Be the first.
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Marketplace
Things for sale, free and wanted, and rooms for rent, from people around Humber Valley. Sign in to sell something.
Things to do
- Deer Lake Large lake, popular for boating, swimming and fishing.
- Humber River Famous Atlantic salmon river, great for fishing and kayaking.
- Long Range Mountains Part of the Appalachian range, offers hiking and scenic views.
- Deer Lake Beach Public beach on Deer Lake, popular in summer.
- Humber Valley Scenic valley with mixed forest and rivers.
- Outdoors Hiking the Long Range Mountains
- Outdoors Salmon fishing on the Humber
- With kids Swimming at Deer Lake Beach
- With kids Picnicking at the Humber River
- Evenings Kitchen parties
- Evenings Community hall dances
- Locals love fishing spots
- Locals love hiking trails
Through the year
- Humber Valley Summer Festival July Week-long celebration with music, food, and family activities.
- Deer Lake Winter Carnival February Outdoor winter fun, snow sculptures, and community events.
- Humber River Salmon Derby June Anglers compete for the biggest catch on the Humber.
- Humber Valley Fall Fair September Agricultural exhibits, crafts, and local produce.
- Christmas Parade December Holiday parade through Deer Lake with floats and lights.
Humber Valley has a cool maritime climate with mild summers and cold, snowy winters. The best time to be out is from July to September when the weather is warm and the rivers are full. Best: July to September for warm days and clear skies.
Talk like a local
- “b'y”
- A term of address, like 'buddy' or 'friend'.
- “mudder”
- Mother, often used affectionately.
- “skeet”
- A person who is rowdy or uncouth.
- “gander”
- To look or glance.
Getaways
- Corner Brook Largest nearby city with shopping, dining, and the Marble Mountain ski resort.
- Bay St. George Coastal scenery, sandy beaches, and the town of Stephenville.
- Grand Falls-Windsor Known for the Exploits River and salmon fishing.
- Central Newfoundland Gateway to the interior, with lakes and wilderness.
Local flavour
Teams
- Deer Lake Red Wings West Coast Senior Hockey League
Also rooting for Newfoundland Growlers (ECHL)
Eat and drink
- Cod au gratin A creamy baked cod dish common in Newfoundland homes
- Fish and brewis Salt cod with hard bread, often served with scrunchions
- Toutons with molasses Fried bread dough, a breakfast staple
- Bakeapple jam Made from the amber berries that grow on the barrens
- Partridgeberry pie A tangy dessert from the red berries of the region
Where people go
- Fishing lodges along the Humber River Rustic camps where anglers chase Atlantic salmon
- Hiking trails through the Long Range Mountains Paths that wind through ancient peaks and barrens
- Secluded cabins in the woods Tiny getaways off gravel roads, often near a pond or brook
- Community halls with kitchen parties Centres of social life where music and dancing happen
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Nearby
Every areaCorner BrookNewfoundland and LabradorWhere the Humber runs to the sea.Bay St. GeorgeNewfoundland and LabradorRugged coast, warm hearts.Grand Falls-WindsorNewfoundland and LabradorWhere the river runs deep and the welcome is warmer.Central NewfoundlandNewfoundland and LabradorWhere the sea meets the rock and the people are warmGanderNewfoundland and LabradorWhere the runway meets the rockSouth CoastNewfoundland and LabradorWhere the Atlantic carves its own wild beauty
Rural Division No. 5, NL. Areas from the US Census Bureau and Statistics Canada; places from GeoNames. Local flavour was written with a model and may have mistakes. Team names identify teams; no endorsement.