Best trails in Prince Edward Island National Park
Want to find the best trails in Prince Edward Island National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 26 great trails for walking, birding, and hiking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Ready for your next hike or bike ride? Explore one of 23 easy hiking trails in Prince Edward Island National Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 3 to 465 feet in elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Prince Edward Island National Park.
Top trails
1
(642)
•Easy
•2.7 mi
•Est. 50m
This trail takes you to Prince Edward Island National Park from the trailhead at the end of Greenwich Road, where you will find a parking lot and restrooms. The path mixes floating boardwalk, shoreline, forest, and field. At the end, there is a beautiful beach with dunes, white sand, and clear water. Be prepared for exposed areas with some sections of rocks and sand.
2
(242)
•Easy
•1.5 mi
•Est. 28m
The Cavendish Dunelands and Beach trail offers a beautiful blend of coastal scenery, sand dunes, and lush vegetation along Prince Edward Island's north shore. Starting from the trailhead, the path winds through rolling sand dunes, and over wooden boardwalks. As you continue, you'll reach Cavendish Cliffs, known for its iconic red cliffs. This is a great trail to explore some of the wonderful diverse coastline that Prince Edward Island has to offer.
3
(280)
•Easy
•3.8 mi
•Est. 1h 17m
The Homestead Trail is a scenic route that takes you through the wetlands of Cavendish. As you walk, you'll pass creeks and inlets, which are great for wildlife spotting. The trail is relatively flat, with some gentle inclines, making it accessible for most hikers and bikers. This is a great trail to explore, with views of the ocean and New London Bay.
4
(175)
•Easy
•4.2 mi
•Est. 1h 23m
The Cavendish Dunes and Beach Loop is a nice hard packed trail with beautiful views. The lookout provides a great view and a chance to explore along the rocks. It is hard to beat a walk through a diverse landscape, especially finishing with the red cliffs.
You will cross paths with many families with little kids on bikes, so sharing the path is to be expected. The trail is wide enough for easy passing of traffic, which is nice as bikes are frequent.
On beautiful sunny days, there are lots...
5
(190)
•Easy
•2.9 mi
•Est. 53m
Tlaqatik Trail is an easy trail with a nice mix of boardwalk, forest, shoreline and field. A local favourite island walk with a lovely beach to rest at. You can access the trailhead from the 313. There is ample parking at the start for visitors who are driving. There are also washroom facilities available here. You will take Greenwich Dunes Trail to link to Tlaqatik trail loop.
6
(162)
•Moderate
•11.4 mi
•Est. 3h 43m
This is a scenic trail through rolling hills, with many beaches along the way. It is mostly paved and uncovered trail used for road biking, running, and strolling! Some good ups and downs.
The section starts at the end of the Gulf Shore Parkway. It runs between this road and the shore all the way to North Rustico Beach
7
(119)
•Easy
•1.4 mi
•Est. 30m
Starting at the main parking area of Green Gables, you'll circle the old estate and house through wide and well-maintained trails. The haunted forest is of course rumoured to host ghosts, but the old-growth trees and dense shrubbery are what truly give this loop its name. You will need to cross a roadway at one point, so be sure to keep pets and children close.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Prince Edward Island National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Prince Edward Island National Park is Greenwich Dunes Trail, which has a 4.8 star rating from 642 reviews. This trail is 2.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 65 ft.
What is the longest trail in Prince Edward Island National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Prince Edward Island National Park is Rustico Bay Paddle. This trail is estimated to be 11.9 mi long.
How many trails are in Prince Edward Island National Park?
There are 26 trails in Prince Edward Island National Park. These trails have an average 4.4-star rating from 2,550 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Prince Edward Island National Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Prince Edward Island National Park has you covered. Gulf Shore Parkway boasts the most elevation gain with 465 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Brackley Beach: Gulf Shore Way, which will get you 308 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Prince Edward Island National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 2 camping trails in Prince Edward Island National Park and the most popular is Red Sand Cliffs Trail with an average 4.4 star rating from 13 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Prince Edward Island National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 20 running trails in Prince Edward Island National Park and the most popular is Homestead Trail (Short Loop) with an average 4.6 star rating from 280 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Prince Edward Island National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 6 biking trails in Prince Edward Island National Park and the most popular is Gulf Shore Parkway with an average 4.7 star rating from 162 community reviews.