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Ramea
Go for 1–2 nights only if you are already on the south coast ferry run: walk the island in 2–3 h, sleep at the lodge, leave on the next boat.
Ramea is a five-island archipelago village on Northwest Island, reached by provincial ferry from Burgeo (about 1 h 30 min) and, on some Tuesday and Thursday runs, from Grey River. The island is roughly 3 km by 1 km, so everything is walkable. Come for the wind-diesel plant, the lighthouse, seabird islands and the August music weekend — not for a resort.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- CAD
- Best months
- Jun–Sep
- avoid Nov–Apr (ferry weather delays, most services closed)
- Airports
- YQX · YYT
- Nights
- 1–2
Rules in force · 6Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- Canada ↗Visa-exempt travellers flying to or through Canada usually need an eTA; check your passport on the official Government of Canada site (canada.ca) and apply only there.
- Canada ↗A Parks Canada pass is needed to stop in national parks such as Banff and Jasper; some spots (for example Moraine Lake) are reached only by shuttle or tour, so book ahead.
- Canada ↗Keep well away from bears, elk and moose; carry bear spray on Rockies trails and follow trail closures.
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Ramea911 ▾
- Police, fire and ambulance911
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Ramea, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Canadian dollar (CAD, $).Canada-wide
- SIM or eSIMRogers, Bell and Telus plus cheaper brands (Fido, Koodo, Public Mobile); prepaid SIMs in malls and stores.Canada-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable; treat water from lakes and streams (giardia).Canada-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 15–20% of the pre-tax bill.Canada-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Canada-wide
- SafetyA small, quiet outport: the real risks are weather, ferry cancellations and thin services, not crime.
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- RestroomsFree in malls, Tim Hortons, stations and park visitor centres.Canada-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire and ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysStatutory holidays close shops and offices, varying by province; many park facilities are seasonal (about mid-May to mid-October).Canada-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckYQX Gander International (About 4 h drive to Burgeo, then the ferry; check road and ferry times before booking.).
- Getting aroundWalk.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee or snack at the restaurant by the ferry terminalcheck$3–8 (≈ US$3–6)
- Budget bedHostel bed at Ramea Retreat, a night, per personC$39 (≈ US$30)
- Mid-range bedPrivate room, a night, per roomC$110 (≈ US$80)
- High-end bedPrivate room, a night, per roomC$150 (≈ US$110)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget C$70 (≈ US$55) · Mid C$120 (≈ US$90) · High C$200 (≈ US$150)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- YQX Gander International (About 4 h drive to Burgeo, then the ferry; check road and ferry times before booking.) · YYT St. John's International (Longer drive west to Burgeo; a car is the practical option.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
Feb
Avoid
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
Mar
Avoid
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
Apr
Avoid
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
May
not flagged
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Jun
Best
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Jul
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Aug
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Sep
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Oct
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Nov
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Dec
Avoid
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
Best: Jun–Sep. Avoid: Nov–Apr. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)), coolest Feb (−9°C (16°F)16°F (−9°C) low), wettest Dec (17 rain days), driest Jun (12). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Ramea: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
16 rd
Feb
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
−9°C (16°F)16°F (−9°C)
14 rd
Mar
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
14 rd
Apr
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
13 rd
May
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
13 rd
Jun
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
12 rd
Jul
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
12 rd
Aug
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
12 rd
Sep
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
13 rd
Oct
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
15 rd
Nov
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
16 rd
Dec
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
17 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walk. The island is about 3 km long and 1 km wide, and any destination is within walking distance. The ferry can carry vehicles and there are local roads, but a car is only useful for the drive to Burgeo, not on the island.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: About 2 h
Provincial ferry from Ramea, about 1 h 30 min
The mainland link on Route 480; most travellers pass through it on the way in or out.
Grey River
cautionDoor to door: About 3 h
Ferry on some Tuesday and Thursday runs, about 3 h
Limited sailings; confirm the day and the return before committing.
St. Lawrence
overnightDoor to door: About 4–5 h
Drive from Burgeo on Route 480, then Route 220
Too far for a day return; treat it as a separate stop.
Francois
cautionDoor to door: Check
Ferry connections along the south coast
Outport ferry links are infrequent; plan around the schedule, not the map.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Main Street / ferry dock area
Ramea Retreat (Eastern Outdoors) at 2 Main St: hostel beds, private rooms and rental houses; restaurant across from the terminal.
D.O.T. Road
Four Winds Inn, a five-bedroom B&B in an old house; three rooms with private bath.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $70–110 (≈ US$55–80) excl. bed
- Mid
- $110–180 (≈ US$80–140) excl. bed
- High
- $180 (≈ US$140)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Private room1 × 1 night × C$110 | C$110 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × C$120 | C$240 |
| Ferry Burgeo–Ramea, adult one way2 × C$6 | C$12 |
| Ferry, vehicle one way1 × C$11 | C$11 |
| Guided island or kayak tour2 × C$90 · check | C$180 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | C$55 |
| Trip total≈ C$304 per person per day, bed included | C$608≈ US$450 |
2026 estimate in Canadian dollars; ferry fares and long-distance travel excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Ferry Burgeo–Ramea, adult one way | $6 (≈ US$5) |
| Ferry, child, student or senior one way | $3.25 (≈ US$3) |
| Ferry, vehicle one way | $11 (≈ US$8) |
| Hostel bed / private room / rental house | $39 (≈ US$30) / $89 (≈ US$65) / $195 (≈ US$150) |
| Coffee or snack at the restaurant by the ferry terminalcheck | $3–8 (≈ US$3–6) |
| Simple cooked mealcheck | $15–30 (≈ US$11–25) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Ferry runs are weather-dependent and can be cancelled; build a spare day into any onward flight.
- Two or three sailings a day from Burgeo; Grey River service runs only on some Tuesdays and Thursdays — check the current schedule before you travel.
- Cell and internet coverage is limited; download offline maps and confirm your booking before boarding.
- Most food and lodging is seasonal and small: reserve ahead in summer and at festival time.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire and ambulance
- 911
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Emergency
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Embassy
No embassies on the island; the nearest consulates are in St. John's or Halifax. US citizens: check the US embassy in Ottawa or the consulate in Halifax.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Burgeo → Ramea ferry, adult: about $6 (≈ US$5) one way, about 1 h 30 min
- Burgeo → Ramea ferry, vehicle: about $11 (≈ US$8) one way
- Ramea → Grey River ferry: about 3 h, some Tuesdays and Thursdays only (check)
Say or show
- Thank you — Thank you
- Where is the ferry terminal? — Where is the ferry terminal?
- Is the ferry running today? — Is the ferry running today?
- Can I pay by card? — Can I pay by card?
Print this card: ferry times and phone signal are unreliable on the south coast.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Ramea. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Sep · avoid Nov–Apr (ferry weather delays, most services closed) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Ferry-day contract for the Burgeo–Ramea run: last sailing, weather cancellation rule, taxi or lodging fallback in Burgeo.
- Two walking loops with cutoffs: village and heritage centre, then Man O'War Hill and the wind-diesel plant.
- Place pages for the heritage centre, Northwest Head Lighthouse and the wind-diesel plant with opening status.
- Festival fixture for the Rock Island Music Festival weekend so August dates can go green.