Touch the Prehistoric Past
Visit the exact location where ‘life got big’.
Walk amongst the world’s richest collection of Ediacaran fossils and explore the rugged coastal beauty of Mistaken Point and it’s surrounding neighbours.
Welcome to Mistaken Point UNESCO World Heritage Site.
A place like no other – here, you’ll find the world’s largest and oldest collection of biologically complex marine life fossils; an impeccably preserved “Pompeii” of over 10,000 fossils from a prehistoric ocean floor, locked away in stone for over 565 million years.
For those who crave exploration and discovery, you’ll find no shortage at Mistaken Point. Leave the beaten path behind and join us on the far-flung edges of the North Atlantic, unraveling the secrets of an ancient ocean with universal significance.
READY TO EXPLORE?
Join our professional guides for an insightful tour of the fossils. As your local experts, they’ll share the history of the area as well as help bring the fossils to life. To protect the fossil site, access to the area is limited to our guided tours, so be sure to reserve your spot today!
Begin Your Adventure
Plan Your Experience
The Day Tripper
(1 Day)
Historic Getaway
(2 Days, 1 Night)
Seaside Safari
(3 Days, 2 Nights)
Getting Here
Mistaken Point is located a few hours south of St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador,
Canada. Make your way along the scenic coastal roads of the Irish Loop (with no shortage
of lighthouses, charming coastal communities, and stunning seaside views) to reach your destination at Portugal Cove South.
Start your Adventure
A torrent of discovery awaits you – which of these incredible creatures will you find first? Take the first step in your adventure at Mistaken Point-Cape Race and book your tour!