How Are Tablelands Formed?

The Tablelands--these dirty brown rocks--originated deep in the Earth! Though formed by the crystallization of molten magma within the mantle (the layer below the Earth's crust and above the core), these rocks have undergone millions of years of change and transformation, and are therefore labled metamorphic rocks.

How was Gros Morne National Park formed?

In 1987 Gros Morne National Park was designated a United Nations World Heritage Site because of its glacial and geologic history. This spectacular landscape was created by the grinding action of glaciers on the ancient Long Range Mountains.

What type of rock is the Tablelands?

The Tablelands, are predominantly made of ultramafic rock (peridotite), that lacks the usual nutrients required to sustain most plant life, hence the barren landscape. Because of this, there's virtually no wildlife, which is an odd concept considering the entire park has thousands of moose.