Woody Point is a town located in the heart of Gros Morne National Park, on the western coast of Newfoundland.

In 1800 the first British settlement in the Bonne Bay area occurred in Woody Point with the establishment of the firm of Joseph Bird from Sturminster Newton.

When fishermen began to stay during the winter rather than return to England, the pattern for permanent settlement was laid.

It was considered the capital of the area with banking and customs offices, merchants, and a harbour full of domestic and foreign vessels.

John Roberts and his wife, Emma, together with their four children are considered to be the first settlers of Woody Point.

In 1922, when Woody Point was experiencing the height of its population and commercial success, a devastating fire ripped through the downtown.

[citation needed] Woody Point is underlain by a bedrock of mélange, with metagabbro and related rock on higher areas.

Summers are moderated by its seaside position, whereas precipitation remains high year round and rainfall is occurring during milder spells during winters.