E-bikes are becoming popular in Prince Edward Island among every age group and for good reason. Although there is a misconception that PEI is flat, once you spend time on a bicycle here, you'll soon think differently. An e-bike is the perfect solution for a little boost over steep hills and to take your sightseeing adventure a bit further.

Trails and Active Transportation Routes

Here are the TOP 5 cycling trails and active transportation routes:

1. Confederation Trail from Tignish to Elmira
2. PEI National Park: Gulf Shore Way from North Rustico Beach to Cavendish and Gulf Shore Way from Brackley Beach to Dalvay
3. St Peters: Greenwich Road (Route #16) into the Greenwich, PEI National Park
4. City of Charlottetown: St. Peters Road or Brackley Point Road to Stratford [PDF]
5. Town of Cornwall: Terry Fox Complex to Upton Road, Charlottetown

Two-wheeler safety

Be familiar with and follow all requirements to operate an e-bike in Prince Edward Island and obey all rules of the road for safe cycling, including the following:

• share active transportation pathways with pedestrians and other cyclists;
• ride in single file on the extreme right side of the road, where possible (do not weave);
• use the designated bike lane, when present;
• be visible at all times of day;
• use hand signals to turn right and left and to stop;
• all ages must wear a proper fitting helmet with chin strap fastened - it's the law!