The railway was established in this area in 1892. Today the Train Trestle is a prominent image that comes to mind and is captured in pictures by many. The railway benefitted the new community in numerous ways. As the railhead for Bonavista Bay, new businesses opened as Port Blandford became a commercial centre. Employment opportunities in the railway provided jobs to local families, and unlike most coastal communities, Port Blandford had a direct link to St. John’s and other centres via the train.
Across the bay from this area Daniel Pelly’s Sawmill was built in 1901. Pelley’s became the largest producer in the area.