Newfoundland Island, Labrador Explained

Newfoundland Island
Map:Canada Newfoundland and Labrador
Coordinates:53.85°N -56.94°W
Elevation M:96
Country:Canada
Country Admin Divisions Title:Province
Country Admin Divisions:Newfoundland and Labrador

Newfoundland Island is a small island off of the coast of Labrador near the mouth of Sandwich Bay.[1] To the east lies Farrels Island, which is connected to Newfoundland Island at low tide.[1] In 1884, Farrels Island was populated.[1] Further to the east lies Independent Island and together the islands form Independent Harbour[1] To the west lies Pigeon Island and to the northwest Pickens Island and Packs Harbour Islands.[1]

Many locals still know this island as "Prisoner's Island."

Notes and References

  1. Book: Newfoundland and Labrador . United States Hydrographic Office . Davenport, Richard G. . 1884 . 527.