Traveling to Prince Edward Island

Leaving Baddeck NS we traveled about 130 miles to Caribou NS to take the ferry to Prince Edward Island. The trip was successful with no major snafus - praise the Lord! A 75 minutes ride on the ferry landed us at Wood Islands, Prince Edward Island. A short stop at the welcome center for picnic lunch preceded a road trek of about 50 miles to our PEI center of operations for seven days or so - Pine Hills RV Park in Charlottetown PEI. From here we can traverse the entire island easily since it is only about 140 miles from end to end. Charlottetown is the provincial capital seat and has many things to do and see. Locals on the ferry ride gave us good tips on what to do and see, where to go and eat, etc. Thanks, Canadians! All we have met thus far have been friendly, helpful and hospitable - even those who were not collecting our funds!

Ferry fares collected only when departing Wood Islands so we did not have to pay at this time

Bring Gumbo and me two cold ones while we wait for the ferry

Get on board lil' children

Crossing the Northumberland Strait

Welcome to Prince Edward Island

Our first full day on PEI was spent visiting the Prince Edward Island National Park along the northern coast of the island doing things most visitors do - beaches, harbors, lighthouses and such.

Get a room for only $350 per night

Cavendish Beach with red sand

Ragian Acadians

Covehead Harbor

Still chasing lobsters

One of several northern coast lighthouses 

In some areas you can dig your own clams

Not your typical beach bums

A delicious campground meal of Bettye's fab meat loaf, congealed salad and mixed veggies capped a perfect day on Prince Edward Island.

Happy trails!