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Things to see and do

While visiting the Bonavista Peninsula you will find Sherwood Suites & Motel the ideal location for an overnight stop, weekend or holiday centrally located in the heart of Port Rexton on the Bonavista Peninsula.

Spectacular coastal hiking awaits you on the nearby Skerwink Trail (rated in the top thirty-five trails in North America and in the top five in Canada by Travel & Leisure magazine in 2003) when you stay with us at Sherwood Suites & Motel and less then ten minutes from the historic town of Trinity and its historic sites, theatre, craft stores, art galleries, fine restaurants and beautifully preserved built heritage. Make some time in your travel itinerary as well for day trips to the Random Passage Site in New Bonaventure; to hike the Kerley’s Harbour-British Harbour Trail; to take in a kayak or boat tour experience, as well as visiting the neighboring communities within Trinity Bight and on the Bonavista Peninsula. Make us your “home base” while you visit the area.

Trinity Bight has something to offer everyone whether you’re a naturalist, on a family vacation or here on business, you can experience it all here. Please check out our suggested itineraries for the area as well as a things to do in the area.

Itineraries

Trails of Bonavista
Two Days in Trinity
Your Eastern Journey Starts Here
Whales, Bergs & Birds
Twelve Days of Adventure

 

Skerwink Trail
The Skerwink Trail is an Award-Winning 5.3 km enhanced hiking path that circles Skerwink head, near Port Rexton and Trinity East, Newfoundland and Labrador. It is a beautiful place to experience our coastal landscape, and view the vast blue waters of Trinity Bay. Read more...

Random Passage Site
Constructed in 2000 for the filming of the international TV mini-series “Random Passage” the site today provides the opportunity to step back in time to learn about the obstacles and opportunities our forebears faced during early settlement. Read more...

Rising Tide Theatre
Since 1978, Rising Tide Theatre has been an innovator and leader in the cultural life of Newfoundland & Labrador. Under the guidance of Artistic Director Donna Butt, Rising Tide has been the genesis of a repertoire of original stories and drama. Read more...

The View Golf Resort
Ideally situated in the heart of the Bonavista Peninsula, our resort makes a perfect hub from which to base your vacation. Each hole of this course offers its own unique natural beauty. Sculpted from the rocky hillside and contoured to match its surroundings. Read more...

Historic Sites in Trinity
Just a 10 minute drive from Port Rexton you can enjoy the historic town of Trinity. Make sure to drop by the Visitors Centre to purchase your ticket and visit the seven historic sites in town.

Trinity Historical Society. Read more...

Provincial Historic Sites. Read more...

Rugged Beauty Boat Tours
Bruce  Miller is your guide and skipper. A fisherman born in Kerley's Harbour with tales of the life of these resettled communities. Depart from New Bonaventure to the enchanting and long-abandoned communities of Kerley's Harbour and Ireland's Eye.  Read more...

Trinity Historical Walking Tours
You will experience the 500 year history of Trinity during the 15 stops we make during the leisurely two and a half hour stroll along Trinity's paths and lanes. Through stories, historic photos, audio recordings of burials, shipwrecks, and disasters. Read more...

Sea of Whales Tours
Whale watching is one of the most exciting activities you may ever experience but beware – you may get ‘hooked’ for life! You will be amazed by these “gentle giants” as we watch them feed, play and migrate through our study area around the Bonavista peninsula. Read more...

Trinity Eco Tours
Robert Bartlett is your skipper. A native Newfoundlander, his love of the sea and of Newfoundland history drew him to the Trinity Bay area where he has chosen to live.  He has over 25 years of sea experience and is fully certified in boat and tour operations. Read More...

Atlantic Adventure Tours
Our guests relive the sensations of the early explorers who arrived in Trinity Bay by sail, 500 years ago. Sightings of humpback, finback and minke whales are quite common all summer long. Icebergs drift past our shores in late spring and early summer.  Read more...

English Harbour Arts Centre
English Harbour Arts Centre is housed in the former All Saints Anglican Church, located in English Harbour just a short drive from Port Rexton. Programming comprises arts / crafts and workshops for all ages, creative retreats for professional artists / writers, and cultural events such musical performances. Read More...

Lockston Path Provincial Park
Lockston Path Provincial Park is located approximately 6 kilometres from Port Rexton on highway route 236. Comprising 733 hectares, this park was first opened to the public in 1966. Since then, the park has been upgraded to include a comfort station with modern washrooms, hot showers and laundry facilities.  Read more...

Hike Discovery
A trip through the Discovery Trail provides a unique opportunity to hike our coastal trail system. The sea cliffs and barrens around the Bonavista Peninsula will give hikers an experience you will never forget. Whether you're spending a day or a week there is something for everyone. Read More...

Cultural Craft
Cultural Craft is a local partnership committed to providing signature craft products at our tourist sites that support the storyline and history experienced on the Bonavista Peninsula.  Read More...

 

Dining
Artisan Inn, Trinity, 464-3377
A & K Catering, Trinity, 464-2222
The Galley Restaurant, Port Rexton, 464-3832
Dock Marina Restaurant, Trinity, 464-2133
Eriksen Premises, Trinity, 464-3698

 
Fishers Loft Inn, Port Rexton, 464-3240
Trinity Mercantile
, Trinity, 464-3040
Two Whales, Port Rexton, 464-3928
Random Passage Site, New Bonaventure, 464-2233
 

 

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