What is the best time of year to visit when there are fewer tourists and when the weather will permit bicycle touring?
Good morning from Prince Edward Island,
Thank you for your inquiry to Ask an Islander about cycling in Prince Edward Island.
One of the best times to cycle the Confederation Trail or the lovely separate cycling/walking paths in the Prince Edward Island National Park is the second or third week of September. Tourist traffic is quieter this time of year, the weather remains good and there are enough places open to suit your needs. If you want to see the leaves change colour, the first week of October is a good time. However, PEI can get more rain this time of year.
Two sections of the Confederation Trail that make for a nice cycle are as follows:
- Colville Road/Route 9 to Hunter River and onto Fredericton or Emerald: Here in the central part of the province, you’ll find trees, long views over farmland, a few bridges over creeks and for farm animals to pass as well as a small village where you can find amenities and something to eat.
Confederation Trail near Hunter River
- Morell to St. Peters along St. Peters Bay: If you are comfortable cycling along a quiet road, I'd recommend a visit to the PEI National Park at Greenwich. If you do the park, take a lock for your bike and walk out onto the boardwalk and over the dunes to the beach. The views are spectacular.
Confederation Trial near St. Peters
You can download the Confederation Trial Guide and map. If you’d like me to send you a printed version, please email me your address.
If you have any other questions, feel free to contact me again.
Cheerio!
Ruth
Recently Asked Questions
Stuart Soward
Asked: How do you hire Kari ride hailing services?
Sandy Jones
Asked: Is the ocean water still warm enough to swim in early September? If this is dependent on location, please let me know where we are most likely to find swimmable beaches. Thanks!
Peggy Oshinski
Asked: Where are we be able to find gluten free food options?
