Deer Lake

Travel Guide

Deer Lake
Deer Lake
Deer Lake
Deer Lake
Deer Lake

This town has one of the largest butterfly gardens in eastern North America. A huge lake lies just south and a national park with a picturesque fjord is just north.

Begin your exploration of Newfoundland’s wooded west coast in the small, peaceful town of Deer Lake. Established in the mid-20th century as a paper mill work camp, Deer Lake is now a modest town of 5,000 people with easy access to the beautiful natural sites of the Humber Valley and beyond.

The Deer Lake Powerhouse at the center of town is the most prominent landmark. During your stay in Deer Lake, listen for the powerhouse’s whistle, which sounds six times a day.

Explore the natural beauty of the woods and the lake in the Deer Lake surroundings. A walking trail runs along the north side of the lake. Go swimming off the sandy beach or take a boat out to explore the long lake or fish for salmon. In winter, rent a snowmobile and follow one of the groomed trails. In summer, play a round of golf at the picturesque Humber River Golf Course.

Make the half-hour drive north to Gros Morne National Park. Featuring a stretch of preserved coastline along the Gulf of Saint Lawrence and a section of the Long Range Mountains, the park has varied terrain well worth exploring. Hike up to the Tablelands, a high-elevation zone of orange rock that seems transplanted from a desert. Take a boat through the park’s vast fjord. During your visit, look for the native wildlife, which includes moose and caribou.

The Newfoundland Insectarium stands just north of town. Wander through one of the largest butterfly gardens in eastern North America. Study the fascinating workings of a honeybee colony via a glass beehive. Visit the Roy Whelan Heritage Museum to learn about the history of logging and agriculture in the region.

While you can reach Deer Lake via the regional airport just outside of town, it is best to arrive by car so you can explore the ponds, forests and mountains of the surrounding area.

By the Beach - Unit B
Beautiful Beachside Retreat

By the Beach - Unit B Beautiful Beachside Retreat

Deer Lake
The price is CA $259 per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
CA $259
CA $341 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Deer Lake. Enjoy a garden, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Roy Whelan Heritage Museum & Valley Crafts and Newfoundland ...
10/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
Stay before flight
"Very nice spot in a great location! Especially convenient before our early morning flight from the airport! Place was clean and looked just like the pictures!"

Reviewed on Jul. 5, 2025

By the Beach - Unit B Beautiful Beachside Retreat
By the Beach  - Unit A

By the Beach - Unit A

Deer Lake
The price is CA $242 per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
CA $242
CA $319 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Deer Lake. Enjoy cable/satellite TV service, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Roy Whelan Heritage ...
10/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
Clean, bright and great host!
"Newly renovated and it shows! Very clean, bright and comfortable. Close to beach and located close to amenities ! Very friendly and nice host. We really enjoyed our stay"

Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2025

By the Beach - Unit A
Driftwood Inn

Driftwood Inn

3 out of 5
3 Upper Nicholsville Road, Deer Lake, NL
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Deer Lake. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (605 reviews)
"Availability was great"

Reviewed on Oct. 15, 2024

Driftwood Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
By the Beach - Unit B
Beautiful Beachside Retreat

By the Beach - Unit B Beautiful Beachside Retreat

Deer Lake
Stay at this apartment in Deer Lake. Enjoy a garden, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Roy Whelan Heritage Museum & Valley Crafts and Newfoundland ...
10/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
Stay before flight
"Very nice spot in a great location! Especially convenient before our early morning flight from the airport! Place was clean and looked just like the pictures!"

Reviewed on Jul. 5, 2025

By the Beach - Unit B Beautiful Beachside Retreat
By the Beach  - Unit A

By the Beach - Unit A

Deer Lake
Stay at this apartment in Deer Lake. Enjoy cable/satellite TV service, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Roy Whelan Heritage ...
10/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
Clean, bright and great host!
"Newly renovated and it shows! Very clean, bright and comfortable. Close to beach and located close to amenities ! Very friendly and nice host. We really enjoyed our stay"

Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2025

By the Beach - Unit A
Fortnight Chalet Holiday Home Rental in Deer Lake, NL. Gateway to Gros Morne National Park

Fortnight Chalet Holiday Home Rental in Deer Lake, NL. Gateway to Gros Morne National Park

Deer Lake
Book a stay at this family-friendly chalet in Deer Lake. Enjoy a beach locale, a water park, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Roy Whelan Heritage ...
"The host was a true gentleman and the place was amazing I look forward to the next visit"

Reviewed on Dec. 1, 2023

Fortnight Chalet Holiday Home Rental in Deer Lake, NL. Gateway to Gros Morne National Park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Deer Lake

4
Top destination
5 - Excellent
18
5 - Excellent 23%
4 - Good
43
4 - Good 56%
3 - Okay
15
3 - Okay 19%
2 - Disappointing
1
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

We were just there for a short 6 hrs to catch up on sleep before driving to destination and it was comfortable and just what we needed.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller

The area is in great need of some decent restaurants.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

It was a nice town.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Deer Lake is a functional town that serves the airport and is the gateway to the Gros Morn National Park and the Northern Peninsula. If I knew what I know now, I would have tried lodging in Corner Brook.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Was only awake in Deer Lake for 3 hours before leaving for Gros Morne. Didn't see much of the town.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

This Hotel is a must stay for travellers, i give it a 10 out of 10 and will definitely be staying there again on my passing!!