Arctic-Alpine Plants Area

The Arctic-Alpine Plants Area in Gros Morne National Park, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, is home to rare plant species normally found in far northern or high mountain environments. Because of the park’s unique climate and geology, these delicate plants survive at unusually low elevations near the coast. Visitors walking through this protected landscape can observe small flowering plants, mosses, and fragile ecosystems that reveal the scientific importance of Gros Morne’s natural heritage. Interpretive signs often explain how glaciers and climate history shaped this environment. For travelers, the Arctic-Alpine Plants Area offers a quiet and educational experience that highlights the biodiversity and ecological significance of Gros Morne National Park.