Brackley Beach, the largest beach in the central Brackley-Dalvay Region of Prince Edward Island National Park, is just found 20 minutes from Charlottetown. Just like all beaches within PEI National Park, this is a protected area. The dunes that dominate the area landscape are critical...
Thunder Cove Beach is one of those hidden gems that locals try to keep for themselves. It’s off-the-beaten-path in Darnley, just outside of Kensington. While most of PEI’s north shore is known for epic rolling dunes and wide beaches of fine sand, Thunder Cove is so...
Located in the central Brackley-Dalvay Region of Prince Edward Island National Park, Stanhope is a very popular beach for families. Supervised in July and August (check website for dates), Stanhope Beach has washrooms, a kitchen shelter and a playground. It is also equipped with enhanced...
Back to the south shore we go, this time to Victoria Harbour, just outside the quaint village of Victoria-by-the-Sea. It’s a peaceful place for clam-digging in bare feet at low tide, reading in a beach chair at the water’s edge, or dozing off on a...
We might get in trouble with the locals for sharing this, but Cousin’s Shore, just north of Kensington, is the epitome of a “best-kept secret.” Not only does it have soft white sand, but it also has the rich red cliffs that PEI is so...
Located just inside the North Rustico entrance to the national park, North Rustico Beach is a bit of an under-appreciated jewel. With little to no walk from the parking area to the sand, this is a great option to consider for your next beach day....
Just 30 minutes north of Charlottetown along the Gulf Shore Parkway East in the PEI National Park, Ross Lane is like the lesser-known (and maybe even cuter?) little sister to well-known Brackley Beach. Same great views, same sandy beach perfect for a great beach day but...
Open mid-June to mid-September Centrally located, on the Trans Canada Hwy, 20 km West of Charlottetown in Churchill. Strathgartney has one of the most beautiful scenic views of all the Provincial Parks with self-guided nature trails, playground, kitchen shelters and washroom facilities....
Open mid-June to mid-September Located on the Trans Canada Highway, Bonshaw is a day use park featuring a playground, fishing and picnic facilities. Pets are permitted on leash....
Open mid-June to mid-September Located on route 19, Argyle Shore is a day use park offering an unsupervised beach, playground equipment, picnic facilities, showers and flush toilets. Pets are permitted on leash....