Things to Do

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Some Ideas on What to Do

Below are some of our favorite suggestions on things to do and see in the area.

BOAT TOURS

There are many boat tour operators that can get you up close and personal to whales and sea birds, let you get that once in a lifetime shot of an iceberg, or take you to long since resettled community that has been forgotten. 

HIKING TRAILS

There is a wide range of hiking / walking trails in the general area including the Eagle Creek Trail. This wilderness trail features a warm-up cabin, washroom facilities, picnic areas and ocean views near Terra Nova Cottages – be sure to ask your hosts about it. In addition to the Eagle Creek Trail, there are other hiking/walking trails located Clarenville as well as Terra Nova National Park. Don’t forget our own private 9km trail behind our facilities. 

DISCOVERY TRAIL & GEOPARK

Take a trip down the Bonavista Peninsula to some of the provinces key tourist destinations in the historical Towns of Bonavista and Trinity. Step onto the deck of the 15th century replica ship “The Matthew” in Bonavista or explore the Random Passage film set in Trinity. Experience the rugged coastline and see whales, puffins, and icebergs! Visit the “root cellar” capital of the world – Elliston, or explore the “Factory” and learn about Sir William Coaker in Port Union.

Discovery UNESCO 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.

GOLF

You are literally on the doorstep of one of the best golf courses in the province. Enjoy the Famous 18-hole Twin Rivers course at the Terra Nova Golf Resort, Port Blandford – only minutes away from Terra Nova Cottages. Terra Nova Golf Resort also offers the 9-hole Eagle Creek course.

ATV / SNOWMOBILING

The Eastern Region has some of the best multi-purpose trails to use in the province. Terra Nova Cottages has our own 9km private trail that connects directly into the Newfoundland T’railway for easy accessibility.  Wheather it’s enjoying the trails by ATV or SXS in the summer, or snowmobiling in the winter – this region has the trails to get you there. 

SALMON & TROUT FISHING

If you enjoy Salmon Fishing, there is 3 scheduled salmon rivers a very short drive away from Terra Nova Cottages.

  • Northwest River
  • Southwest River
  • Salmon Brook

We are also within an hour from Gander River as well as Pipers Hole River in Swift Current. 

SKIING, SNOWBOARDING & NORDIC

Visit one of the provinces best downhill ski resorts, White Hills Resort, located on the TCH near Clarenville. Nestled across 55 acres of ski and board terrain in the majestic hills of the Discovery Trail, White Hills Resort has the proud distinction of being called “Eastern Newfoundland’s Winter Playground”.

In addition to Skiing & Snowboarding, winter enthusiasts can enjoy snowshoeing at White Hills Resort, as well as on our very own 9km trail system behind Terra Nova Cottages. Be sure to ask about rentals.

THEATRE & THE ARTS

We have a wide variety of options pertaining to the arts in this area. Within 2 hours, located in Bonvaista is the famous Rising Tide Theatre Company offering a wide range of theatre from comedy to drama and everything in between. Located in nearby Clarenville is New Curtain Theatre Company. This theatre company also offers a wide range of productions.

During the summer months, the Town of Clarenville provides “Arts Under The Stars” a free concert series from late June to Early September every Thursday night at the Elizabeth Swan Park in Clarenville.

The Town of Clarenville also is home of the Clarenville Events Centre which includes a 400 seat theatre that hosts a wide range of productions from concerts to drama. Visit their website for complete listing of upcoming events.

MICRO BREWERIES

Port Rexton Brewing Company offers a variety of craft beer styles, including seasonal and experimental varieties. Located in picturesque Port Rexton on the Bonavista Peninsula, there is a tap room and food truck on site, as well as brewery tours available. 

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 George’s Brook-Milton.