Central Coastal Drive Winter Itinerary
Explore the north shore to the south shore and our many communities and small towns along the way.
Borden-Carleton
Borden-Carleton is considered the gateway to Prince Edward Island. A must-stop is Marine Rail Park for views of the 12.9 KM Confederation Bridge. Here are several other recommended stops in the area.
- Find live entertainment, craft beer and good eats at Lone Oak Brewing Co. and the Abby.
- Visit the Handpie Company to stock up on sweet and savoury handhelds for on-the-go meals.
- Enjoy downhome cooking and friendly hospitality at the Red Rooster Restaurant in Crapaud.
- Likewise, the Blue Goose Restaurant down the highway in Desable offers home cooking at reasonable prices and charming staff.
![Red Rooster, Crapaud, PEI Rooster decoration in foreground with couple sitting at table in background in front of window with winter scene](/sites/default/files/styles/wide/public/media/images/Red-Rooster_winter.jpg?itok=VUF02py3)
Near Brookvale
Brookvale is home to the Mark Arendz Provincial Winter Activity Park for Alpine and Nordic skiing as well as Biathlon.
- Visit Riverdale Orchard and Cidery for tastings and tours from Friday to Sunday noon to 5 pm.
- Find fun for animal lovers of all ages at Island Hill Farm in Hampshire.
- Play a round of disc golf at Huck It Disc Golf (Newton), Rose Valley or the Fox Hole.
- Take a hike at Bonshaw Hills Provincial Park.
![Island Hill Farm Farmer Flory escorts a donkey out of a stall at Island Hill Farm](/sites/default/files/styles/wide/public/media/images/IMG_1311.jpg?itok=h9ndltvW)
The North Shore
- In Rustico, dine in Pedro's Island Eatery and By the Bay Family Restaurant - home of the big fish & chips platter.
- Shop at the gift shop at Prince Edward Island Preserve Co.
- Explore the trails at Glasgow Hills and dine at Piper's Restaurant on weekends.
- Treat yourself at Jane & Sue Chocolate in Stanley Bridge.
- Next door, visit with the adorable animals at Alexander & Darlene's Farm Haven; call in advance for an appointment
![North Rustico, PEI View of North Rustico Harbour at sunset in winter](/sites/default/files/styles/wide/public/media/images/JSP-0212-8868_NRustico.jpg?itok=na_g4ZU7)
Make Kensington another stop along the way
Discover the characters and charm of Kensington, a popular hub town en route between Summerside and Rustico with many options for dining.
![Winter at the Kensington Railyard Winter at the Kensington Railyard](/sites/default/files/styles/wide/public/media/images/IMG-2365_1_tbcrop.jpg?itok=h7tTQS31)