Discover the history of our world

Name: Fortune Head Fossil Shop
Address: CA

ABOUT THE FORTUNE HEAD

Exciting discoveries await at the Fortune Head Geology Centre, where you can embark on a journey through deep time! Explore fascinating exhibits featuring ancient rock and mineral collections, marvel at 2.3-billion‑year‑old fossils, and dive into the dramatic story of the 1929 Burin Peninsula tsunami with our interactive simulator. Perfect for curious minds of all ages—come learn, play, and uncover the mysteries of Earth’s history!

Step into a journey through geologic time: wander through exhibits filled with ancient rocks, minerals, and even fossils dating back 2.3 billion years. Keep your eyes peeled—rumor has it there are dinosaurs hiding around the exhibit!

Following your excursion, browse the Fortune Fossil Shop, staffed by knowledgeable guides who can help you select the perfect geological gifts—from fossils to jewelry, toys, and Newfoundland souvenirs

Thanks to generous support from Hibernia Management & Development, Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, and provincial tourism funds, the centre has been reimagined as a top-tier geological destination

* The Fortune Head Ecological Reserve is a protected area managed by the Parks and Natural Areas Division within the Department of Environment and Conservation of the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador.

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Discover Fortune Head Ecological Reserve

Located just minutes from the town of Fortune on Newfoundland’s Burin Peninsula, Fortune Head Ecological Reserve is one of the world’s most important geological landmarks. This awe-inspiring coastal site marks the official global boundary between the Precambrian and Cambrian periods—where the first complex, skeletal life forms left their mark in stone

Important Notice: Fortune Head Ecological Reserve is a protected natural area with limited infrastructure. Trails are unmarked, and coastal terrain can be rugged and slippery. All visits are at your own risk.

Summer Day Camps

Join us for a variety of exciting Summer Day Camps that dive into the fascinating world of geology. Each camp explores a different aspect of Earth science—whether it's rocks and minerals, fossils, plate tectonics, or volcanoes, there's something for every young geologist to discover!