Aspen Brook had people wintering in the community as early as the 1850’s. William and Lydia Smith of Hant’s Harbour founded Aspen Brook in the early 1870’s. In the late 1800’s residents worked at the Britannia Slate Quarry, lumbering and the fishing industries. Until the 1970’s, the fishing industry consisted of inshore cod and herring, however during the mid 1970’s the industry focused more on squid, capelin, turbot and flounder.

Aspen Brook was mainly settled due to the extensive timber stands within the area. The lumbering industry has been a main source of livelihood for many residents.

Today, Aspen Brook is mostly comprised of retired people with other residents working in nearby Clarenville and surrounding communities. The small community provides opportunities for hikes through nature, walks along the coastline or easy access to boating activities. The community has the services of a Volunteer Fire Department as well as the Waste Disposal Committee for garbage collection.

The only business within the community is:

K. Roy Smith Enterprises Ltd.
Dealers in Lumber, Logs and Pallets
(709) 466-2022, 466-2136, 466-2174