Humber Valley Heritage Road

The Humber Valley Heritage Road traces an old logging road deep into Newfoundland’s interior, following the Humber River upstream for 75 kilometers through some of the island’s most pristine wilderness. Starting from Deer Lake, the route heads northeast along the river valley, passing abandoned logging camps and remote fishing lodges before ending at Hinds Lake. The highlight is the old railway trestle crossing at Mile 32, a wooden bridge still sturdy enough for careful vehicle passage.

This moderate route requires high-clearance vehicles for rocky sections and seasonal creek crossings, though most of the route runs on maintained gravel logging roads. Late spring through fall offers the best conditions, with blackfly season in June being particularly challenging. Fuel up in Deer Lake before heading out — there are no services along the route. The payoff includes world-class salmon and trout fishing, plus the chance to explore Newfoundland’s logging heritage in complete solitude.