Brackley Beach, PEI National Park
Location: Green Gables Shore
Supervised Beach: Yes
Brackley Beach is a popular beach destination located only 20 minutes from Charlottetown with majestic dunes, clear water, and miles of pristine sand.
Brackley Beach is equipped with washrooms, change room facilities and accessibility features, including a ramp, mobility mats and designated parking. Beach wheelchairs and buoyant beach chairs are available by reservation. Surfguard services are provided in July and August. All are encouraged to be citizen scientists by visiting the onsite “Coastie” station. Take a photo of the coastal landscape, share it on social media with #CoastiePEINP or upload at coastiecanada.ca to help us track coastal erosion.
Of note for hikers and cyclists are the trailheads for the Robinsons Island Trail System (RITS) and the very popular Gulf Shore Way East multiuse trail. This smooth, paved trail twins the roadway for 12km all the way to Dalvay.
An entrance fee applies at PEI National Park locations from June to September.
Visitors should note that dogs and other pets are not permitted on national park beaches from April 1 to October 15 annually. Please plan ahead!
National Park Beach Safety
Lifeguards are on duty at PEI National Park locations between July and Labour Day. They aim to post surf conditions each day by 11 am.
Discover Green Gables Shore
Located on Route 15, Brackley Beach is part of Green Gables Shore and is one of seven supervised beaches in the PEI National Park.
Stanhope Campground
This fully-serviced campground is located along the Gulf Shore Way, a 10 km seaside trail for cycling, walking or inline skating. Also closeby is Covehead Harbour and Stanhope Beach with lifeguard supervision. Camping options range from unserviced to three-ways sites and Parks Canada oTENTiks. Accessible amenities.
What to Do in Green Gables Shore
The MacMillan Dining Room
North shore National Historic Site. Experience this fine dining in a landmark Victorian home.
Wax World of the Stars
Walk red carpet with Nicole Kidman, Denzel Washington; Canadian legends Stompin' Tom, Celine Dion.
La Rose Bistro
Upscale bistro serving fresh, local produce. Be a part of something genuine with amazing food.
Route 6 Fish 'n Chips
Fresh fish, fresh clams, hand-cut fries, and a spectacular view of North Rustico.
Brackley Bay Oyster Co.
The Brackley Bay Oyster Company is a family-owned small fishery located in beautiful MacMillan Point...
Chillz Dairy Bar
Traditional dairy bar favourites, soft serve, hard ice cream, frozen yogurt, sorbet made fresh on...
Watermark Theatre
Join us in beautiful North Rustico at the finest professional theatre on the Island.
Lucy Maud Montgomery Birthplace
Lucy Maud Montgomery, author of Anne of Green Gables, was born in 1874 in this modest white and...
Fisherman's Wharf Lobster Suppers & Pier 15 Restaurant
A unique PEI traditional lobster supper experience with the Island’s longest salad bar.