North Shore Prince Edward Island

 FISHING WHARVES, BEACHES, DUNES AND MORE

- A GREAT RUN BY THE GULF OF ST. LAWRENCE

by Julie V. Watson

There are a number of popular runs or tours in Prince Edward Island, one of the most popular takes in the area commonly referred to as the "Northshore". Begin from either Kensington or Charlottetown and enjoy these highlights as you make the loop. (One nice thing about living on an Island, all roads eventually circle back to where you started.)

Its an easy route to follow. First stop is at a Visitor Information Centre to pick up a map. Head out of Charlottetown towards Brackley Beach. Watch for the signs for the Vacationland campground. This is the site of the annual Island Rally hosted by the PEI Motorcycle Touring Club which hosts some 400 visiting touring enthusiasts each year. Worthy stops include The Dunes Studio Gallery.

Turn right onto Highway 6 - you are going to stay on Rte 6 until New London. Coming into North Rustico turn down beside Fisherman’s Wharf restaurant and head down to the wharf. Follow the road right to the end, but don’t go off the pavement. Sand lies ahead.

Park your bike and take a stroll. There is a Fishery Museum here, you can head out in a kayak, or stroll up past the lighthouse, enjoy the café where mussels rule. As you head back towards North Rustico village and Rte 6, there is a parking area on the water side of the road (gravel).

Before you get back to the Rte 6 intersection haul over for a look at fishing boats and a great place to buy lobster (cooked). Take time to chat.

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The folks are friendly.Watch for signs to the PEI National Park for a lovely run along the clifftops overlooking the Gulf of St. Lawrence. This ride is spectacular in the evening as the sun sets in the west. Folks gather at the Cavendish to watch it set. If you wish to avoid paying the toll into the Park return to Rte 6. The roads join up in Cavendish.

Exiting the Park at Cavendish turn west,  you are in Anne of Green Gables country, and a host of fun attractions, shops, golf courses, restaurants and such. Just keep your eyes peeled for what appeals! Continue on Rte 6 through Stanley Bridge to New London where you turn onto Rte 20. Be prepared for more fabulous views of the bays and Gulf of St. Lawrence as you continue through French River and on to Malpeque, then Kensington. From this point you can take Rte 2 back to Charlottetown, or head off exploring. A good alternate return has you heading for Summerside for a break on the waterfront before taking Rte 1 back to Charlottetown.

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