Explore the North Country!

Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast, a shopper, or a homebody there is much to enjoy at the Oxbow

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Explore the wonders of The Inn at OxBow Acres in Milan, NH! Nestled in the scenic Androscoggin Valley, our log cabin B&B offers a range of activities. Enjoy winter sports at nearby ski resorts, or explore the Androscoggin River's abundant fish and wildlife by kayak or canoe. Cross country ski trails lead through beautiful forests and meadows, while mountain hikes are just a short drive away. Prefer to relax? Experience farm life at the inn, or cozy up by the fireplace with puzzles and games on rainy or snowy days. Take a break and discover the best of the White Mountains of New Hampshire.

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE

Activities and Experiences in the Scenic Androscoggin Valley

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Adrenaline Filled Adventures

Wouldn’t you love to soar above the timber line and have a bird’s eye view of the landscape? Our ski resorts are within an hour drive of the inn and offer breathtaking adventure in almost any season!

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Great Glen

Located at the base of the Mt. Washington Auto Road, Great Glen Trails Outdoor Center offers a variety of winter activities. Guests of The Inn at Oxbow Acres receive 50% off tubing, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and fat-biking. Is this your first time cross-country skiing? Discounted lessons are another perk! For an unforgettable adventure, book a Snowcoach ride to the treeline of Mount Washington. Driven by tracks, the Snowcoach will safely transport you to this sub-arctic wonderland as knowledgeable guides narrate your trip. As you plan your stay, check the Great Glen Trail’s Snow Report for the most up-to-date conditions.

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Cross New Hampshire Adventure Trail

Whether you walk, mountain bike, ski, horseback ride, or even use a sled dog team, you can traverse 83 miles of breathtaking Northern New Hampshire! From Woodsville, NH on the western side to Gorham, NH on the eastern side you’ll find a variety of terrain, plenty of scenic lookouts, and cool waterfalls to rest beside. Check the website for a map! Gorham is just south of the inn and has a variety of restaurant options for dinner. Then you can collapse into a comfortable bed upon your return to the Inn at Oxbow Acres!

Get Outdoors

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ATV Adventures

Ride the Wilds! This is the largest interconnected ATV trail system in the Northeast! Only in Coos County, New Hampshire can you explore over 1,000 miles of ATV trails!

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Fish the Androscoggin River

Bring your fishing pole because the Androscoggin River will hook you in! Stretching from Errol to Berlin the “Andro” is characterized by fast-moving rapids, long riffles, and slow water.

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Milan Hill State Park

Since 1939, visitors have enjoyed Milan Hill State Park for its amazing views. Stately mountain ranges in New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont and southern Canada can be observed from the fire tower.

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North Woods Rafting

Whether you want to experience family-friendly Class-II rapids, rent a kayak or canoe, or just lazily float down the river observing amazing wildlife, North Woods Rafting has you covered. Experience a 1/4 mile stretch of Class II White-Water. After three runs you’ll receive a riverside buffet lunch – all for $79.

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Mount Washington Auto Road

Breathtaking Views into the Great Gulf Wilderness

South of the inn on scenic Route 16, the Mt. Washington Auto Road’s unique location in Pinkham Notch provides breathtaking views into the Great Gulf Wilderness and the Presidential Mountain Range. Views on a clear day extend as far as 130 miles and sometimes to the Atlantic Ocean! Drive yourself or take a guided tour to the spectacular summit. Bring a jacket because this mountain is known for extreme and unpredictable conditions.

Discount passes available through our partnership program. Please present voucher received at the inn:

(1) FREE Adult Passenger with a paid “Drive Yourself” toll at the Mt. Washington Auto Road: Valid seven days a week.
$5 off Guided Tour Tickets for each passenger: Valid seven days a week. *(Weather permitting, mid-May thru October.)

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Weathervane Theatre

The Inn at Oxbow Acres is proud to announce that we have collaborated with the Weathervane Theatre in Whitefield to expand access to the arts. If you are a fan of Broadway shows, the Inn at Oxbow Acres has you covered.

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Farm Life

Escape city life and enjoy country living! Experience farm life at OxBow Acres. The innkeepers welcome questions about the animals antics and the “inns and outs” of country living.

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Shopping

Something for Everyone

There are many places to shop nearby! LL Cote is one of our favorites featuring outdoor apparel, archery, fishing, and hunting equipment, and much more. (Our amazing dining room table and comfortable chairs came from their Country Furnishings and Decor store.) Berlin and Gorham have many unique antique and gift shops – The Wandering Soul, Scoggins General Store, and the White Mountain Café and Bookstore are just a few. If your partner would rather be on the trails, but you would rather be with the sales, then nearby Gorham, Berlin, and Errol have fun shops to browse!