Things to Do

NEWFOUNDLAND CIDER COMPANY

The Newfoundland Cider Company is the province’s first craft cidery, producing small-batch craft cider from 100% fresh pressed apple juice and other natural ingredients. Their Cidery and Taste Room is located at 7 Stringer’s Lane in Milton – just a stone’s throw away from The Milton Inn. For more information, visit their website here

BARE MOUNTAIN COFFEE HOUSE

Bare Mountain Coffee House is located in a heritage home that was restored and repurposed to create a unique and inviting place for individuals, friends, families, and community groups to meet and enjoy. Their waterfront location provides an incredible view of Random Island. For more information, visit their website here

LODGES LOFT 

Lodge’s Loft located in Catalina Newfoundland, centrally located between historic Trinity and scenic Bonavista. Fully equipped and boast a functional home design to suit all of your needs during your stay. Newly constructed in 2019, Lodge’s Loft features a modern design with an open concept living & dining room complimented by an executive style kitchen with a gas cooktop for the chef at heart! This 2.5 bath location also offers a hot tub, indoor playroom and outdoor play area for small children, jacuzzi tub, antique cast iron clawfoot tub, rainfall showers, sauna, firepit, BBQ and laundry. For more information and booking, visit their website here

LODGES LANDING

Lodge’s Landing centrally located between historic Trinity and scenic Bonavista. Fully equipped and boast a functional home design to suit all of your needs during your stay. Built in 1936 and newly renovated in 2021, Lodge’s Landing features an open concept kitchen and dining room with retro styled appliances and gas range. This home is sure to make you smile with it’s colourful original 1950’s kitchen and bright-eclectic retro charm throughout. This 2 bath home also features a hot tub, outdoor play area for kids, antique cast iron tub, rainfall showers, firepit, BBQ and laundry. For more information and booking, visit their website here

GOLF COURSES

There are two major golf resorts within 30 minutes drive from The Milton Inn. Brookside Golf Course is a family operated nine-hole golf course located in Hachet Cove and Terra Nova Golf Resort located in Port Blandford operates both the award-winning 18-hole Twin Rivers Golf Course as well as the 9-hole Eagle River Golf course.

BOAT TOURS

There are a variety of boat tours to choose from in the area. From whale and bird watching, getting a closer look at magnificent icebergs, or exploring resettled communities – there is a tour for you!.

• Gypsies Adventure Tours – Clarenville
• Trinity Eco Tours – Trinity
• Sea Of Whales Adventures – Trinity
• Rugged Beauty Boat Tours – New Bonaventure
• Discovery Sea Adventure Tours – Bonavista
• Bonavista Puffin & Whale Tours – Bonavista

DISCOVERY UNESCO GLOBAL GEOPARK

Discovery Global Geopark invites you to discover a little more about your geological past. Located on the upper half of the Bonavista Peninsula on the eastern coast of the island of Newfoundland, Discovery has a variety of sites where you can tour and learn about the Earth. For more information, visit their website here

CABIN SIX

Cabin Six is located right next door to The Milton Inn and offers stone baked pizza, made fresh to order from the finest ingredients. For more information and their hours of operation visit their facebook page here

HIKING TRAILS

Eastern Newfoundland have some of the best hiking trails in the province with incredible scenery. Four of the closest and best trails are listed below.

• • Sherwink Trail, Port Rexton 
    The hiking jewel of the region, is internationally recognized and was ranked amongst the top 35 trails in North America and Europe by Travel & Leisure magazine (2003). The 5.3km coastal loop begins in Port Rexton/Trinity East and provides an opportunity to view and photograph seabirds, eagles, sea stacks, icebergs and whales (in season) as well as the surrounding communities.

• Fox Island Trail, Champney’s West
  A 5.5 km hike. It is rated as being easy-moderate in difficulty. The trail displays the beautiful coastal scenery, views of the surrounding communities and local wildlife, then to finish with walking through the fishing village of Champney’s West. Take the time to walk down and view the fishing stages and maybe get your opportunity to chat to a local resident.

• Chance Cove Coastal Trail
  Chance Cove Coastal Trail is a 3.7 kilometer loop trail located near Chance Cove that offers the chance to see wildlife and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and bird watching.

• Bordeaux Trail, Arnold’s Cove
  During your hike along our famous Bordeaux Trail you can catch a glimpse of the magnificent coastal scenery and historical landmarks. You may also view one of the numerous oil tankers that travel to and from the nearby transshipment terminal and oil refinery. 4.5 km (12 km return including loops).

• Centre Hill Wilderness Trail, Sunnyside
  Centre Hill is an old volcano and the highest point in eastern Newfoundland (384 metres). At the top, you will enjoy a spectacular, panoramic view. The trail crosses a river, then winds through forest, barrens and a bakeapple marsh before a steep 400 metre climb to the top. The trail is 5km each way (10km total). Plan for half a day. The trail was upgraded in 2015.