East Point Lighthouse on Prince Edward Island

Itineraries

Driving the Points East Coastal Drive in Two Days

By Visit Prince Edward Island2 min read

Eastern Prince Edward Island rewards a route with fewer anchors and more room between them. Beaches, lighthouses and working harbours all depend on weather, season and local access.

Two days reduce backtracking and create space for an unscheduled stop. Check official road, park and ferry information before setting out.

Add a coastal experience

Pair your eastern drive with time on the water

Build a harbour stop into your Prince Edward Island route with kayaking and oyster tasting at Red Head Harbour.

Day one: beaches and harbour towns

Choose one main beach or coastal walk, then connect it with a nearby town rather than racing to every marked point. Basin Head and the Souris area are common anchors, but current access and facilities should guide the final plan.

Day two: the eastern tip and a slower return

East Point and nearby coastal roads can form the second day’s focus. Confirm lighthouse access and avoid approaching cliff edges or closed areas. Return by a different public route only when road conditions and time allow.

Allow for coastal weather

Fog, wind and rain can change views and walking conditions. Keep an inland or town-based alternative and avoid making a timed reservation dependent on a long chain of roadside stops.

Drive with working communities in mind

Do not block wharves, private lanes, farm entrances or emergency access for photographs. Use designated parking and keep speeds low through villages.

Food and fuel planning

Build your two-day rhythm

A simple eastern PEI activity plan

Use kayaking and oyster tasting as the longer harbour experience, or choose the shorter Brudenell ride when your driving schedule is tight.

Choose your add-on

Finish your route with one memorable stop

Whether you prefer time on the water or a gentle ride at Brudenell Beach, keep the rest of your eastern PEI schedule open for weather and local discoveries.

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