Norris Point: Trails, Views, and Heritage

Norris Point combines hiking trails and viewpoints with a distinctive cultural focus. The Burnt Hill Trail climbs from the waterfront to views of Norris Point and the surrounding area; at the viewpoint near Jenniex House, the view opens up over Bonne Bay and the Tablelands. There is also Jenniex House, a community museum with historical artefacts, and a designated municipal heritage site. This gives you a choice of different ways to shape your trip, with a focus on landscapes, outdoor activities, or local history.

Trails and Views Around Norris Point

The Burnt Hill Trail begins at the Norris Point waterfront and leads up Burnt Hill, which is 260 feet high. The hill is also known as Neddy Hill and Big Hill. From there, you can enjoy views of Norris Point and the surrounding area. This route gives you a clear reference point for planning your day: the waterfront, the named hill, and the viewpoint are all part of the described trail. The elevation of 260 feet refers to Burnt Hill. If you would like to combine a walk with a view of the town, this trail is a concrete part of the Norris Point experience.

Another perspective can be enjoyed at the viewpoint near Jenniex House. From there, you can see Bonne Bay and the Tablelands. This viewpoint complements the view from Burnt Hill with two explicitly named landscape features. If you would like to discover the area not only by following trails but also through its views, you can consider both viewpoints as distinct highlights when planning your trip. The names help put the views in context: Norris Point and its surroundings on one side, Bonne Bay and the Tablelands on the other.

The James W. Humber Trail runs from the Norris Point Lookout for 4,000 feet to the coast. This means both a starting point and a direction are given for this trail. It offers another reason to consider Norris Point as a destination for active days on vacation. When planning, it is useful to keep the description in mind: the trail runs from the Lookout to the coast, while the Burnt Hill Trail begins at the waterfront and leads up Burnt Hill. The two trails therefore have different named reference points.

Heritage and Local Discoveries

The Norris Point Heritage Committee operates Jenniex House as a tourist attraction and community museum. Historical artefacts are part of the museum’s collection. Jenniex House also has a craft shop selling locally handcrafted products. This combination of a museum and crafts offers a different way to experience the town than its trails and views: when planning your trip, you can also make local history and handcrafted goods a focus of your visit.

The Julia Ann Walsh Heritage Center was designated a municipal heritage site in October 2003. This date makes this aspect of the townscape specific: it was a designation made in October 2003, not an annually recurring event. For travelers interested in heritage, the center provides another named reference point alongside Jenniex House and its historical artefacts. The two names refer to different facts: Jenniex House is described as having a museum and craft shop; the Julia Ann Walsh Heritage Center is noted for its municipal heritage designation.

If you are including different interests in your family’s vacation planning, Norris Point can be experienced from several perspectives: trails lead to named viewpoints or all the way to the coast, while Jenniex House and the Julia Ann Walsh Heritage Center add a cultural perspective on the town. When choosing a vacation rental in Norris Point, these highlights can help you select a destination that suits your interests.

More places to explore: Roddickton, Plum Point, Green Island Cove, Black Duck Cove, River Of Ponds, Cow Head, Rocky Harbour, Raleigh.

For the broader travel overview: Division No. 9.