Awesome! Thanks for the comment. And I lived in Calgary for 6 years 🙂Glad you found this video helpful! Did you check out my LRT guide? outandacross.com/long-range-traverse-guide-newfoundland/ Everything you need to know to get started!
Great video. I've been watching everything I can regarding the LRT. I'm doing the Northern Traverse and LRT consecutively in August, so every video gives me great info. Cheers
I was pretty excited to see your name before watching your video...enjoyed it so much...definitely does not look easy but what a great achievement...got me thinking and dreaming.
Great Video! We are leaving this Wednesday (from Halifax) to NL. We start our hike Friday!! It’s been on my bucket list for years!!! Super excited, worried, nervous!!! Hope to see some moose 🫎 and good weather. I have read your guide and it’s been most helpful!!! Wish me luck! 🍀
@@outandacross It was amazing, I still have not stopped talking about it to anyone who will listen… lol. I want to get a video put together to post but it’s been such a busy summer. Just got back from a kayaking trip to Keji yesterday but I’ll be putting things together soon. We took a day longer than we planned as I had a reaction on day 1, where I just blew up (like retaining fluid in my face and ankles) and overheating. Gorgeous view at the end of the day and we camped there overnight. 🌄Day 2, we ran into Tropical Storm Debby that dumped 100ml of rain on us making what would be easy water jumps to fast flowing water crossings coming off the hills. Ended up at Marks Pond that night and then being flooded out… 🤪 Finally day 3, and 4 I got my stride, both gorgeous days and stayed at Hardings Pond and Green Island Pond. Started day 5 with a water crossing to our hips with a cold foggy day ahead of us. Made it to Ferry Gulch and stayed to night to get warm. Low single digits that night. 🥶. Climbed Gros Morne on Day 6 with beautiful clear 360 views at the top. We made our way out by mid afternoon to catch the ferry that night back to NS. Now that I’ve recouped from the swelling in my legs and face…. We are planing our next epic trip!
thanks! Happy to share. Our first day was the longest (about 9 hours) but our third day wasn't far behind (8 hours - with a side trip). We weren't breaking any records and it's definitely possible to go quicker than we did. Some more details here: outandacross.com/long-range-traverse-hike-gros-morne/
Thomas I found your blog about the LRT when I was doing research for myself and 3 of my best friends to do a trip to Newfoundland. Admittedly, we would probably do just the single day guided hike to Western Brook Pond (if they don't bail on the trip haha), but I'm wondering what month you did this hike in the video? We're looking at April or May. Although I know the weather can be unpredictable any time there! Anyways, cheers!
Hey there! We hiked the LRT in August 2022. Western Brook Pond is very worthwhile and hiking to the top of the fjord is a good option if you'd rather not do the full LRT. You might find a sunny (or at least not rainy) day in May to enjoy the fjord. Good luck - cheers!
Thanks for the video! You mentioned that you met the other hikers in your group online - is there some site or FB group for meeting hiking buddies? I'm hoping to do the LRT this summer, but am not comfortable doing it alone, so looking for joiners.
Can you provide a little more info on the side route to the viewpoint of the fjord at Bakers Brook Pond? Is it an out and back? Same trail there as back, or connect back onto the LRT further down the trail? Thanks
yes, it's an out and back route - no trail. We dropped our packs and made our way to the lookout. We left a pin when we dropped packs and returned to the same location, then continued on to Green Island Pond. Hope that helps!
I did the gorge last year, maybe one day I will do the long range. Thanks for sharing.
Western Brook Pond is such a beautiful area. And the LRT has gotta be one of the best treks in Canada. Happy to share!
THANKS. I've been trying to get out to the Traverse - from Alberta - for years. Your GUIDE really helps.
Awesome! Thanks for the comment. And I lived in Calgary for 6 years 🙂Glad you found this video helpful! Did you check out my LRT guide? outandacross.com/long-range-traverse-guide-newfoundland/ Everything you need to know to get started!
@@outandacross I sure did. Excellent.
Great video. I've been watching everything I can regarding the LRT. I'm doing the Northern Traverse and LRT consecutively in August, so every video gives me great info. Cheers
Thanks! Glad you found this useful. I hope you have a great trip in August!
Memories from the summer ❤️❤️😍
Absolutely - fond memories!
I was pretty excited to see your name before watching your video...enjoyed it so much...definitely does not look easy but what a great achievement...got me thinking and dreaming.
thanks, Shirley! Glad you enjoyed the video. Such an incredible place -- I hope you get to experience one day.
Great Video! We are leaving this Wednesday (from Halifax) to NL. We start our hike Friday!! It’s been on my bucket list for years!!! Super excited, worried, nervous!!! Hope to see some moose 🫎 and good weather. I have read your guide and it’s been most helpful!!! Wish me luck! 🍀
Sorry for the delay -- how did it go?? I'm glad you found my guide helpful!!
@@outandacross It was amazing, I still have not stopped talking about it to anyone who will listen… lol. I want to get a video put together to post but it’s been such a busy summer. Just got back from a kayaking trip to Keji yesterday but I’ll be putting things together soon. We took a day longer than we planned as I had a reaction on day 1, where I just blew up (like retaining fluid in my face and ankles) and overheating. Gorgeous view at the end of the day and we camped there overnight. 🌄Day 2, we ran into Tropical Storm Debby that dumped 100ml of rain on us making what would be easy water jumps to fast flowing water crossings coming off the hills. Ended up at Marks Pond that night and then being flooded out… 🤪 Finally day 3, and 4 I got my stride, both gorgeous days and stayed at Hardings Pond and Green Island Pond. Started day 5 with a water crossing to our hips with a cold foggy day ahead of us. Made it to Ferry Gulch and stayed to night to get warm. Low single digits that night. 🥶. Climbed Gros Morne on Day 6 with beautiful clear 360 views at the top. We made our way out by mid afternoon to catch the ferry that night back to NS. Now that I’ve recouped from the swelling in my legs and face…. We are planing our next epic trip!
Wow, this is just gorgeous work friend! Trail looks absolutely gorgeous!
Thanks so much! What a fantastic route.
Great footage and overview of the trail - thanks! I know you mentioned the daily distance, but how long were your days?
thanks! Happy to share. Our first day was the longest (about 9 hours) but our third day wasn't far behind (8 hours - with a side trip). We weren't breaking any records and it's definitely possible to go quicker than we did. Some more details here: outandacross.com/long-range-traverse-hike-gros-morne/
Thomas I found your blog about the LRT when I was doing research for myself and 3 of my best friends to do a trip to Newfoundland. Admittedly, we would probably do just the single day guided hike to Western Brook Pond (if they don't bail on the trip haha), but I'm wondering what month you did this hike in the video? We're looking at April or May. Although I know the weather can be unpredictable any time there! Anyways, cheers!
Hey there! We hiked the LRT in August 2022. Western Brook Pond is very worthwhile and hiking to the top of the fjord is a good option if you'd rather not do the full LRT. You might find a sunny (or at least not rainy) day in May to enjoy the fjord. Good luck - cheers!
Thanks for the video! You mentioned that you met the other hikers in your group online - is there some site or FB group for meeting hiking buddies?
I'm hoping to do the LRT this summer, but am not comfortable doing it alone, so looking for joiners.
There's a FB group called "HIKING IN NEWFOUNDLAND/LABRADOR (HIKE NL)" where I posted and found others who were interested. Good place to start!
Like! total gorgeous channel, see you later!
Thank you! Cheers!
Can you provide a little more info on the side route to the viewpoint of the fjord at Bakers Brook Pond? Is it an out and back? Same trail there as back, or connect back onto the LRT further down the trail? Thanks
yes, it's an out and back route - no trail. We dropped our packs and made our way to the lookout. We left a pin when we dropped packs and returned to the same location, then continued on to Green Island Pond. Hope that helps!