Gaskiers-Point La Haye

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Gaskiers-Point La Haye
Town

Location of Gaskiers-Point la Haye in Newfoundland

Coordinates: 46°52′N 53°37′W / 46.867°N 53.617°W / 46.867; -53.617Coordinates: 46°52′N 53°37′W / 46.867°N 53.617°W / 46.867; -53.617
Country  Canada
Province  Newfoundland and Labrador
Incorporated 1970
Government
  Mayor Pearl Kielly
  MHA Felix Collins (PC)
  MP Scott Andrews (L)
Area
  Land 23.81 km2 (9.19 sq mi)
Population (2011)
  Total 233
  Density 9.8/km2 (25/sq mi)
Time zone Newfoundland Time (UTC-3:30)
  Summer (DST) Newfoundland Daylight (UTC-2:30)
Area code(s) 709

Gaskiers-Point La Haye is a town in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, located in St. Mary's Bay. It is located southwest of St. Mary's. It became a local government community in 1970. In 2011, the town had a population of 233.

Local attractions

Hare Hill Trail (Point La Haye) is a well-developed trail that was originally used by wood cutters, hunters and berry pickers for centuries. The trail is a total of three kilometres long and reaches an elevation of 135 m at its highest point. Upon reaching the top, there is a view of many communities in St. Mary's Bay.

Towns and communities nearby

See also

References

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