Strathgartney Provincial Park
Location: Red Sands Shore
Supervised Beach: No
Strathgartney Provincial Park has some of the most scenic vistas of all the provincial parks. Nature lovers, bird watchers, hikers and mountain bikers love this park for the 10 km of self-guided wooded trails and stunning views, especially when fall foliage is at its peak. The main trail can also be accessed from the Bonshaw Hills Provincial Park. Limited amenities, on-site parking, wide-open spaces and playground. Pets are permitted on leash.
- Location: 17025 Trans Canada Highway, Route 1
- Open June 5 to November 1
Discover Red Sands Shore
The Strathgartney Provincial Park is located on the Trans-Canada Highway along the Red Sands Shore, 20 km west of Charlottetown and 51 km east of Summerside in Churchill.
Trails Map
Download the park map for parking lot and entrance locations, trail lengths and difficulty.
What to Do in Red Sands Shores
Almac Truck & RV Repair
Licensed diesel mechanic on duty. RV, transfer truck, trailer repairs. RV and motor home inspection.
Sassy Lassie Vintage
A seasonal shop featuring local art, books, vintage decor and antiques. Open select weekends in...
Purcell Parlour Gallery & Red Lane Studio
Delightful watercolours, vibrant Island oils and contemporary abstracts.
By the Sea Kayaking
Explore the Island's coastal bays and inlets. Daily interpretive tours from Victoria-by-the-Sea...
Island Chocolates Company
Handmade Belgian chocolates, cappuccino, coffee and Sunday waffles. Gift sets and wedding orders too...
Robin's Nest Antiques & Treasures
A beautiful display of antiques including nautical and vintage jewelry. Operators are always on the...
Village of Victoria-by-the-Sea
Situated on Prince Edward Island’s South Shore, villagers have been welcoming visitors to this...
Venture Stables Trail Rides
Trail rides (helmets provided), play with baby goats. Summer horse camps, petting farm and parties.
Arsenault’s Potato House
Arsenault’s Potato House is a unique experiential destination on Prince Edward Island featuring...
Purearth Farm & Spa Retreat
Sink into serenity and embrace the magic of Pureearth spa services: deep facial, personalized...
Freetown Pop-Up Farmers' Market
A seasonal, weekly outdoor pop-up farmers market that brings together local growers, makers, and...
Clyde River Golf Club
A must-play centrally located 18-hole golf course located in the scenic community of Clyde River...
Boxcar Pub & Grill
Menu features all your pub favourites including our well-known “Boxcar Willy Wraps”.
Riverdale Orchard and Cidery
Riverdale Orchard Ltd is an agri-business that adds value to an iconic commodity by producing multi...
Flory's Café & Market
Sandwiches, muffins, pastries, freshly brewed Samuel's Coffee & Espresso, ADL ice cream and more.
Painting Montgomery's Island
Create daring seascapes & landscapes with only the three colours (ruby, emerald & sapphire) that L.M...
Enchanted Candles
One-of-a-kind PEI sand candles made with rich PEI red sand. Custom orders accepted. This small shop...
Matos Winery & Distillery
Come sample our premium wines, spirits and tour our vineyard.
Distill Your Own Gin
Become a distiller with a fully immersive, hands-on experience. Join a three-hour, hands-on workshop...
O'Shea's Pub & Eatery
Home-away-from-home atmosphere. You can enjoy a relaxing beer or glass of wine on the cozy deck or...
The Abby
Quality food, casual setting. A rotating seasonal menu focuses on local cuisine, Island producers.
International Children's Memorial Place
Find a path to peace in this beautiful 12-acre healing centre, located on the banks of Scales Pond.
Grandma Jaworski's Perogies
From a new location at Deep Roots Distillery, enjoy more than 10 varieties of traditional perogies...
Victoria Playhouse
Enjoy another season of Canadian theatre, music, comedy and more at PEI’s theatre by the sea.
Seacow Head Lighthouse & Café
Built in 1864, the lighthouse appeared in several episodes of the television series Road to Avonlea...
Wave Co.
Offering unique, locally crafted coastal gifts, nautical decor, handmade jewelry and ocean-themed...
Blue Goose Restaurant
Family run restaurant, home cooked meals, friendly staff. Bakery and convenience store on site.
Chez Shea Spa 225
Spa 225 offers a tranquil environment unlike any other on PEI. Unwind in the quiet of our serene...
Red Sands Reiki
A year-round destination for Reiki, healing circles, sound baths, meditations, crystals, tarot and...
Victoria Welcome Centre
Staff are available to assist with your questions. Open 7 days a week in summer from 9:00 AM to 5:00...
The Handpie Company
Local comfort food to go? Yes please! This will become your new PEI road trip tradition!
Lobster Barn Pub & Eatery
Locally owned and operated. One of Prince Edward Island’s best lobster rolls!
Red Rooster Restaurant
A local gem! Coffee shop, full dining room, home-cooked meals, baking and catering!
Landmark Oyster House
Specializing in delicious food/drinks, great vibes, very friendly staff. Island owned and operated.
Foxy Fox Coffee House & Boutique
Enjoy coffee and a boutique shopping experience with classy giftware, housewares and adults fashions...
Barnone Brewery and Hop Farm
Enjoy fine craft beer, brewery tours, upstairs theatre seating for 120, local music, barn parties.
Shop & Play
Make Shop & Play your first and last stop while visiting PEI via the Confederation Bridge. Shop our...
Lone Oak Brewing Co
Locally owned and operated, forward-thinking, craft brewery. Our focus is on innovation and quality.
Lucy Maud Montgomery Lower Bedeque School
Open Fridays 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM before June 22. Visit a restored and fully furnished 19th-century...
Richard's Fresh Seafood - Victoria
A sister restaurant to one of the longest-serving fish shacks on PEI!
Car Life Museum
The Car Life Museum, along the Trans-Canada Highway near Bonshaw, P.E.I., has been a family business...
The Sweet Spot by the Sea
The sweetest candy store in Victoria-by-the-Sea, PEI. We have everything you need from bulk candy...
Casa Mia By the Sea
Offering specialty drinks, breakfast, casual gourmet lunch and dinner.
Michael Stanley Pottery
One of a kind red stoneware and porcelain pieces that expresses love for the rhythm of nature, and...
Island Hill Farm
Snuggle goats, alpacas, bunnies, and more when you visit Island Hill Farm. A family-friendly hands...
The Studio Gallery
A fine art gallery exhibiting original work by Island artists including paintings by Maurice Bernard...
Lambe Concrete
Concrete statuary, residential and commercial. Handcrafted water fountains, birdbaths, ornaments.
Strathgartney Highlands Golf Course & Driving Range
One minute off Trans Canada Highway, 20 minutes west of Charlottetown. Nine-hole golf course, $20...
Victoria Range Light & Seaport Museum
An operating lighthouse, Keepers Of The Light exhibit, golden era of seafaring commerce history.
Simon's Snack Shoppe
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Bedeque Area Historical Museum
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Deep Roots Distillery
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Birchree Gallery & Shop
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Countryview Golf Club
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Thompson's Woodcraft
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Hillcrest Farm Disc Golf
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