Three Rock Cove: Located 18 km (11.2 mi) north of Mainland one comes to Three Cove. It is not hard to imagine how the Cove got its name.

Originally known by its French name, Trois Cailloux was named for the three large rocks that were just offshore. Note the word "were" - over time the actions of the waves have worn one of the rocks so significantly that it is no longer visible, while the other two, albeit eroded, are still observable.

Fishing, logging and farming were all important to the community. In 2016 the population was 188, down by one from 2011. Today, according to the BFN website, "the fishery is the main employer, but construction, retail and the area's schools also provide work".

Salmon Cove: Located just south of Lourdes, Salmon Cove "water feature" whose name is rather evident.

There are a couple of other "Salmon Coves" in Newfoundland, both significantly larger, one in Conception Bay and another one in Trinity Bay, now known as Champneys.

According to the BFN website, as early as 1891, Salmon Cove had 12 residents (whereas Three Rock Cove had 26).

The population increased and by 1901 there were 134 residents in the two communities combined. Fishing, logging and a bit of farming were the main sources of income.

There were also a few lobster factories by the late 1920s and a lead mine in nearby Spider Pond.

Used with permission from "Uncovering the Origin of 1001 Unique Place Names in Newfoundland and Labrador" 2021 Jennifer Leigh Hill

Address of this page: http://nl.ruralroutes.com/ThreeRockCove