Gros Morne National Park of Canada

Natural Wonders & Cultural Treasures

Cultural Heritage

S.S. Ethie Shipwreck

The S.S. Ethie coastal steamship ran aground in a fierce storm on December 11, 1919 at Martin’s Point, a few kilometres north of Sally’s Cove. Luckily all of the 92 passengers and crew were saved, including a baby sent ashore in a mailbag. The sea has eroded most of the S.S. Ethie, however a few pieces of the hull, the boilers and engines are still visible from shore.

Remains of the S.S.Ethie. © Parks Canada / 81-2-980-011

Experience the dinner theatre The Ethie presented by Theatre Newfoundland and Labrador as part of the Gros Morne Theatre Festival every summer in Cow Head.