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| Place | Stephenville |
| Type | Town |
| Province / Territory | Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) |
| Location | |
| Country | Canada |
| Latitude | 48.547614 |
| Longitude | -58.547556 |
| Importance | Large city |
| CGN ID | AAXZD |
Stephenville is a town in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. It is classified as a large city. Stephenville is located at 48.5476°N, 58.5476°W.
Stephenville rests on the western edge of Newfoundland, a place where the land slopes gently towards the deep blue of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. It lies 15.2 km north-north-west of St. George's, NL (from St. George's, NL: bearing 345°T), and is situated 12.5 km west-south-west of Black Duck Siding. Its geography is a study in coastal plains and rolling hills, carved by ancient glaciers and shaped by the relentless sea. Originally established as a strategic military base during World War II, Stephenville's history is interwoven with the broader narrative of global conflict and its lasting impact on remote outposts. Following the war, the land transitioned, fostering a local economy that once thrived on pulp and paper production, its mills a prominent feature against the sky. Today, the air here often carries a salty tang, a constant reminder of the ocean's proximity and its enduring influence on the lives lived in Stephenville. The cultural character of Stephenville is one of resilience and quiet adaptation, a spirit reflected in the welcoming nature of its people. While no single towering landmark dominates the skyline, the town's charm lies in its collection of functional buildings and the surrounding natural beauty, a place where the light at dusk often paints the western horizon in hues of rose and lavender. Its educational landscape is marked by the presence of community colleges, nurturing local talent and providing pathways for future growth. Though professional sports teams are not a defining feature, a strong sense of local pride fuels participation in regional games and community events. Historically, the region has seen the presence of Indigenous peoples, their ancestral ties to this land a deep, though often unwritten, chapter in its story.
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Location data for Stephenville is sourced from the Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada, and verified by coordinates rather than name matching alone. GPS coordinates, province, administrative location and place type are shown in the information panel above.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada |