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 year-round

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
Distill Your Own Gin
Become a distiller with a fully immersive, hands-on experience. Join a three-hour, hands-on workshop...
Almac Truck & RV Repair
Licensed diesel mechanic on duty. RV, transfer truck, trailer repairs. RV and motor home inspection.
The Handpie Company
Local comfort food to go? Yes please! This will become your new PEI road trip tradition!
Shop & Play/Cavendish Figurines
Make Shop & Play your first and last stop while visiting PEI via the Confederation Bridge. Shop our...
International Children's Memorial Place
Find a path to peace in this beautiful 12-acre healing centre, located on the banks of Scales Pond.
Lambe Concrete
Concrete statuary, residential and commercial. Handcrafted water fountains, birdbaths, ornaments.
Pizza & Donair Hub - Borden-Carleton
We serve pizza's, donair's, subs, tortillas, salad, wraps, burgers & poutines.
Wave Co.
Offering unique, locally crafted coastal gifts, nautical decor, handmade jewelry and ocean-themed...
Enchanted Candles
One-of-a-kind PEI sand candles made with rich PEI red sand. Custom orders accepted. This small shop...
Flory's Café & Market
Sandwiches, muffins, pastries, freshly brewed Samuel's Coffee & Espresso, ADL ice cream and more.
Foxy Fox Coffee House & Boutique
Enjoy coffee and a boutique shopping experience with classy giftware, housewares and adults fashions...
Strathgartney Highlands Golf Course & Driving Range
One minute off Trans Canada Highway, 20 minutes west of Charlottetown. Nine-hole golf course, $20...
Borden-Carleton Visitor Information Centre
Located in the heart of Gateway Village just off the Confederation Bridge. Our dedicated vacation...
Painting Montgomery's Island
Create daring seascapes & landscapes with only the three colours (ruby, emerald & sapphire) that L.M...
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...
Bonshaw Hills Provincial Park
Fun for the whole family! Picnic area and natural adventure playground featuring swings, balancing...
Boxcar Pub & Grill
Menu features all your pub favourites including our well-known “Boxcar Willy Wraps”.
Barnone Brewery and Hop Farm
Enjoy fine craft beer, brewery tours, upstairs theatre seating for 120, local music, barn parties.
Larkin Farms - Retail Outlet
At Larkin Farms, turkeys and chickens are raised exclusively for PEI from the family farm to your...
Hillcrest Farm Disc Golf
A premier course located on 40 acres among scenic rolling hills. This private course is championship...
Seacow Head Lighthouse & Café
Built in 1864, the lighthouse appeared in several episodes of the television series Road to Avonlea...
Skmaqn–Port-la-Joye–Fort Amherst National Historic Site
Discover the rich history of settlement, conflict and change during the struggle for control of...
Bedeque Area Historical Museum
The Bedeque Area Historical Museum preserves and displays the history of the local community. The...
The Studio Gallery
A fine art gallery exhibiting original work by Island artists including paintings by Maurice Bernard...
Lone Oak Brewing Co
Locally owned and operated, forward-thinking, craft brewery. Our focus is on innovation and quality.
Richard's Fresh Seafood - Victoria
A sister restaurant to one of the longest-serving fish shacks on PEI!
Blue Goose Restaurant
Family run restaurant, home cooked meals, friendly staff. Bakery and convenience store on site.
By the Sea Kayaking
Explore the Island's coastal bays and inlets. Daily interpretive tours from Victoria-by-the-Sea...
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...
Thompson's Woodcraft
Wilfred Thompson of North Bedeque is an accomplished woodworker who specializes in wood turning a...
Red Sands Reiki
A year-round destination for Reiki, healing circles, sound baths, meditations, crystals, tarot and...
The Abby
Quality food, casual setting. A rotating seasonal menu focuses on local cuisine, Island producers.
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...
Birch Tree Gallery & Shop
Featuring original paintings of Island landscapes by owner Geraldine Ysselstein, over 24 varieties...
Island Lavender Distillery Farm
An on-site gift shop offers a full line of lavender products as well as local artisan products...
Riverdale Orchard and Cidery
Riverdale Orchard Ltd is an agri-business that adds value to an iconic commodity by producing multi...
Red Rooster Restaurant
A local gem! Coffee shop, full dining room, home-cooked meals, baking and catering!
Victoria Playhouse
Enjoy another season of Canadian theatre, music, comedy and more at PEI’s theatre by the sea.
Casa Mia By the Sea
Offering specialty drinks, breakfast, casual gourmet lunch and dinner.
Chez Shea Spa 225
Spa 225 offers a tranquil environment unlike any other on PEI. Unwind in the quiet of our serene...
Clyde River Golf Club
A must-play centrally located 18-hole golf course located in the scenic community of Clyde River...
Car Life Museum
The Car Life Museum, along the Trans-Canada Highway near Bonshaw, P.E.I., has been a family business...
Lobster Barn Pub & Eatery
Locally owned and operated. One of Prince Edward Island’s best lobster rolls!
Ice Boat Rarities & Antiques
Quality antiques and imported goods, located in the former Cape Traverse United Church just minutes...
Purearth Farm & Spa Retreat
Sink into serenity and embrace the magic of Pureearth spa services: deep facial, personalized...
Really-O Handcrafts and Tryon Museum
Our specialties are knitting (mitts, socks) and fine woodworking, (clocks, pen stands, turnings...
Matos Winery & Distillery
Come sample our premium wines, spirits and tour our vineyard.
Sassy Lassie Vintage
A seasonal shop featuring local art, books and vintage decor and antiques. Open Wednesday to...
Landmark Oyster House
Specializing in delicious food/drinks, great vibes, very friendly staff. Island owned and operated.
Venture Stables Trail Rides
Trail rides (helmets provided), play with baby goats. Summer horse camps, petting farm and parties.
Island Hill Farm
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Mark Arendz Ski Park at Brookvale
Skiing in winter and so much more. At the Nordic Centre, enjoy 32 km of groomed nordic trails...
Countryview Golf Club
Come enjoy "PEI's Best Kept Golfing Secret!". Located in Fairview, just 15 minutes from...
Island Chocolates Company
Handmade Belgian chocolates, cappuccino, coffee and Sunday waffles. Gift sets and wedding orders too...
Victoria Range Light & Seaport Museum
An operating lighthouse, Keepers Of The Light exhibit, golden era of seafaring commerce history.
Purcell Parlour Gallery & Red Lane Studio
Delightful watercolours, vibrant Island oils and contemporary abstracts.
PEI Fox Den - Island Artisans
Located in Historic North Bedeque School, the PEI Fox Den features the works of over 60 local...