Prince Edward Island National Park
Prince Edward Island National Park (French: Parc national de l'Île-du-Prince-Édouard) is a National Park of Canada located in the province of Prince Edward Island. Situated along the island's north shore, fronting the Gulf of St. Lawrence, the park measures approximately 60 km (37 mi) in length and ranges from several hundred metres to several kilometres in width. Established in 1937, the park's mandate includes the protection of many broad sand beaches, sand dunes and both freshwater wetlands and saltmarshes. The park's protected beaches provide nesting habitat for the endangered piping plover; the park has been designated a Canadian Important Bird Area.
An extension was added to the park in 1998 when an extensive sand dune system in Greenwich was transferred from the provincial government to Parks Canada. The Prince Edward Island National Park also includes Green Gables, which was the childhood inspiration for the Anne of Green Gables novels by author Lucy Maud Montgomery, as well as Dalvay-by-the-Sea, a Victorian era mansion currently operated as an inn.
In 1999, the Canadian Nature Federation identified Prince Edward Island National Park as being the most endangered in the national park system, based on human impact. The park also experiences severe coastal erosion as a result of winter storms and its vulnerable shoreline.
The park was the subject of a short film in 2011's National Parks Project, directed by John Walker and scored by Chad Ross, Sophie Trudeau and Dale Morningstar. Part of the Jezero crater on Mars was informally named after the park.
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Absolutely amazing place. The beach and trails are awesome. The beach is huge and stretches far. The water is a great temp for dipping feet into. There is an active life gaurd presence. Relaxing as can be. The trail offers some stunning views. The trail isn't difficult and the floating dock portions offer views of the dunes that is just something to see. Bonus is the massive dragon fly population so mosquito's are in check. Plus the dragon flies can be seen in some great colors and if you are calm they are more than happy to land on you! The cost of entry was $15 for myself and my spouse and it is well worth it. Parking additionally is ample. Again highly recommend if you are going to be in the area. It is thus far my favorite spot in all the province.
2 weeks ago -
What a joy to have this beautiful place to enjoy. The park is so well maintained and clean. The hiking and biking trails were wonderful and there were places to just enjoy the views along the trails. The beach is wonderful and the sand dunes are beautiful. The water was 19C and the tide was calm.
2 weeks ago -
Loved the scenery at Greenwich National park. The floating boardwalk was beautiful. See pictures. The beach is awesome and less busy than Brackley beach.
2 weeks ago -
such a beautiful part of Prince Edward Island. The North Shore down through Brackley will never disappoint.
4 weeks ago -
Beautiful National Park - a must see if you’re visiting Prince Edward Island! It was a hot and humid day when we were here a couple of weeks ago but it was worth it. The walking path toward the beach was super easy and included a long floating bridge. Enjoy the spectacular views and endless beaches. Don’t forget to bring your swim trunks during the summer.
4 days ago -
Nice park with dunes and beaches ! Had great time with my girlfriend and daughter!
2 weeks ago -
Beautiful, beautiful place!! Some of the most gorgeous beaches. Park is well organized and the beach is very clean. Great place to spend the day and a very nice bike trail. Trail is nice and flat if you want an easy biking day. You will need to pay admission, can do a daily fee or a park pass with is good for the year. Not dog friendly during the summer season unfortunately.
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