EXPLORE THE NATURAL WONDERS OF NEWFOUNDLAND
WITH CORMACK EXPEDITIONS
 Arctic Hare on Cabox, Lewis Hills by Clarence A. Pelley |
Cabox, Lewis HillsHighest Geographic Elevation on Newfoundland Islandby Clarence A. PelleyTotal distance 22 kilometres |
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Cabox, an anticlimactic mound of broken rock at 2672' above sea level in the Lewis Hills, is the highest geographic elevation on Newfoundland Island. The route to Cabox, through boreal forest and deep peridotite canyons, is second to none on Newfoundland Island. The scenery is spectacular. From the top of the hill you can see from Mount St. Gregory to Cape Anguille, a three hundred and sixty degree view with a one hundred kilometre radius!
Wildlife viewing opportunities are highly probable. Caribou have been frequently seen in the river valley and on the hillsides. Moose inhabit the forested areas. Foxes have been known to make their dens under the boulders on the hillside overlooking the Fox Island River valley. Arctic hare and rock ptarmigan blend with the rocks on the "Roof of Newfoundland". This route is a 10 to12 hour hike, about 22 kilometers, through boreal forest, bogland and peridotite barrens. The trail is accessed by way of a 28 kilometer forest resources road. There are few marked trails, the terrain is challenging. Map and compass navigation is essential. | |
CABOX
You can purchase a detailed description of the trail to Cabox.
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