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Whitbourne is a town of only 890 people situated off Route 81 on the Trans-Canada Highway. Known as "the hub of Avalon," it acts as an access point for three distinct routes for exploring the Peninsula of Avalon. In contrast with many other Newfoundland cities, Whitbourne lies inwards from the coast and was established during construction works involving the Newfoundland Railway in the 1880s. A significant contributor to its expansion was Sir Robert Bond who served as Prime Minister between 1900 and 1909; he also built a countryside home called ‘the Grange’ which is no longer present. Presently, part of this estate is represented by Sir Robert Bond Park where one can find very unusual northern lichens such as the rare Degelia plumbea.

Traditionally, Whitbourne has served as a regional service centre providing various small-town facilities for its inhabitants. The Wetlands Conservation Trail is one of these sites that has become popular among tourists who visit Whitbourne often; it serves to educate people about wildlife conservation within wetlands ecosystems and their habitats in general. Also worth visiting is the Whitbourne Museum which showcases a vibrant local history and culture for both residents and visitors.