Next, take a scenic drive to nearby Georgetown. Stop by Shoreline Design to witness the art of jewelry-making up close. Kids can join the quirky “Mustache Club” and create a keepsake wrapped seaglass necklace—either from their own beachcombing treasure or from Shoreline’s beautiful collection.

Right across the street, discover local artisan goods and enjoy a sweet treat at The Maroon Pig, then get creative at Carbon Shores Laser Art, just steps away. This spot offers cool, custom laser-engraved gifts and makes for a fun and inspiring stop for all ages.

Cool off back in Montague at the vibrant Splash Pad, the perfect end to a hot summer day. Pack a picnic lunch from your favourite local café or bakery—or grab something to-go before you leave Georgetown.

For families seeking even more adventure, book a spot with Tranquility Cove Adventure Tours. This popular 2-hour boat trip gives an up-close look at PEI’s fisheries—crab, lobster, mussels—and finishes with fishing and a delicious BBQ of the day’s catch right on the boat. Note: tours fill up quickly and don’t operate on weekends, so booking in advance is a must!

Now, did you really come to PEI if you didn’t explore some of the best beaches? Eastern PEI is known for its massive connection of beaches along the coastlines, and we have narrowed it down to our favorite #50Beaches for you all to explore and enjoy.

Some of these sandy paradises are well-known beaches like Greenwich PEI National Park, Panmure Island Provincial Park & Beach , and Basin Head Provincial Park & Beach. If you want to get away from the crowds for a quieter day, get off the beaten path a little and down a red dirt road to some local favorites like Little Harbour, Savage Harbour, Blooming Point or Lakeside and enjoy a quiet day with your toes in the sand.

(Greenwich PEI National Park)

Don’t have enough time for an entire beach day? Or maybe you don’t feel like dragging all the sand into the car and cottage? Do you think the kids would enjoy some dumping buckets, water cannons, geysers and bubblers that’ll entertain them for hours? For a quick idea to cool down, we have three splash pads across the region, with no doubt, one will be close to you! Check them out at Souris Gateway Beach, Leo Rossiter Anglers’ Park, and Montague Cool Zone.

Souris Beach Gateway Park Splash Pad – The Gateway Park located in @sourispei features shops, restaurants, refreshments, playground, washrooms, shower, day park with picnic tables, gazebo, and plenty of daytime parking for your RV’s. All facilities are wheelchair accessible. Free Admission. Open June – September.

The Cool Zone – Located in Montague, at 22 Sullivan Lane off the Wood Islands Rd close to the Montague Rotary Library and a playground, it is a great place to cool off on a hot summer day. Rules and directions are posted for your safe enjoyment. No admission. FREE and open daily 10 – 7 pm. Washroom and change room available. Open June – September.

Leo Rossiter Anglers’ Park Splash Pad – Located in Morell is the newest addition to the park, just opened in 2021! The Park is ideal for a multitude of activities with a boating slip for sport fishers, a floating dock for mooring, a nautical-themed playground, a covered picnic shelter with running water, electricity, washroom and shower facilities. Located adjacent to a service station and within minutes of a grocery store, community visitor information center and many other amenities.

If your hoping to stay on dry land, the animal lovers in your family will love Buffalo Land! This unique destination outside of Montague offers a spectacular view of a herd of massive Buffalo! Buffaloland Park – Located at Milltown Cross, on Route 4, 6 km south of Montague, is open to the public 7 days a week. The grassy path leads to a wooden deck where display pedestals provide information about buffalo. The deck overlooks a 100-acre enclosure where the herd of 43 of these large and wonderous animals graze. The American buffalo is a massive horned woolly ruminant native to North America—a descendant of one of the great Pleistocene giants that wandered across the Bering Strait land bridge during the last Ice Age. Our buffalo history dates to 1973 when the Province of Alberta gifted the Province of Prince Edward Island a herd of prairie buffaloes in honor of the Island’s centennial celebrations.

PEI is full of whimsical attractions, and Hannah’s Bottle Village should not missed!  The Bottle Village is found on the road to Point Prim which has other attractions like the oldest lighthouse on the island and maybe the best chowder house too, Point Prim Chowder House. Combining the three can make for a good two- or three-hour outing either on the way to the Wood Islands ferry or going to Charlottetown in the opposite direction.

The village itself is composed of over a dozen small buildings using only bottles and cement. There are also other whimsical bottle creations on sight light a giant green Christmas tree. The buildings are large enough to enter and if anything, are more interesting on the inside than the outside. The Sports Centre is particularly noteworthy.

If you’re looking to relax and enjoy a picnic, A.A Memorial Gardens in Georgetown is a must! Stroll through the 3.8-acre site and enjoy 60 colourful beds consisting of 15,000 annual plants and hundreds of perennials. The gardens are bordered by the historical Georgetown Court House (1886), the King’s Playhouse Theatre, and Holy Trinity Anglican Church (1839) and are in the heart of historic Georgetown in Kent Square, named after “Georgetown’s Father of Confederation.”  Park benches and picnic tables allow the visitor to relax in undisturbed surroundings. The focal point of the Gardens is the cenotaph, honoring those individuals who served in our nation’s military conflicts. See our new pond with lighted fountain, paths to over 60 colourful beds and Canada’s largest ship’s wheel.

Lastly, Kings Castle Provincial Park is an entire day full of fun! Just bring the sunscreen and your all set! Kings Castle is a magical place with storybook characters in statue form who love to have their pictures taken and to play hide and seek. This day-use park is a perfect family location with open green space and a riverfront beach along Murray River. Park amenities include a large playground with an accessible swing and picnic tables, changing rooms, a two-sided kitchen shelter and a snack bar. Pets are permitted on leash.

Take your time and explore our region, Points East Coastal Drive is full of family friendly things to do, and if your stuck on any ideas, check out our Things to Do section on our website (narrow it down by clicking the region your staying in). Follow us on Facebook or Instagram @pointseastcoastaldrive for more ideas!

Booking a Place to Stay in Points East Coastal Drive

Reserving a pet-friendly accommodation can be tricky sometimes. While more and more locations welcome pets, the degree of enthusiasm with which your pet will be received ranges from an absolute yes to a stern no depending on where you call.

If you’re looking for some word-of-mouth recommendations as well, we have that too! Starting off with an easy choice, Rodd Brudenell River Resort is a leader in the game of Pet-Friendly Accommodations, with their cottages being a perfect and economical choice for you and your pooch.

Do you want a bit more privacy at a cottage where you and your pup can stretch your legs? The Olde Anchor Bed & Breakfast, Belle Isle Beach House, and Forest and Lake PEI Cottages are perfect options for those looking for a Cottage or Bed & Breakfast.

Lastly, camping is much more fun with a pet, if you’re looking to go the camping route, Red Point Provincial Park, Campbells Cove, Seal Cove Campground, are all fantastic choices!

Pet-Friendly Things to Do

Now that you’re here, and settled into your accommodation, what pet-friendly things can we do in the region? We’ve broken it down for you here with many suggestions:

Tails and Trails

Points East Coastal Drive is overflowing with walking, hiking, and biking trails. Spectacular views, wildlife, and brimmed with Island ferns and flora, each trail will lead you down a new experience!

What better way to benefit both you and your pup than spending quality time together and getting some exercise on one of our many hiking trails.

• Boughton River Hiking Trail
• Dromore Trail
• Forest Hill Multi-Use Trail
• Mooney’s Pond Trail

Doggie Paddle

A pup and paddle may be challenging for some pet owners, but if your doggo is up for the challenge you are more than welcome to bring them along!

Enjoy the 50 Phenomenal Beaches with a paddleboard or kayaking session. With water so clear you can gaze at the ocean floor and maybe even see baby lobsters and other ocean life below.

• East Coast Paddle Adventures
• Bayside Recreation

Pirate Pups

Yo Ho Ho and a bottle of…..doggie treats? (Milkbones?)

Many charter tours will allow well-behaved and friendly dogs aboard if they are on a leash. Experience the view of the Island from the water (a MUST see). Enjoy the gentle saltwater breeze and cuddle up with your pup for a sail.

• The Fiddling Fisherman

Farms and Fur

Old MacDonald had a dog and Bingo was his name-o……

Farms and doggies just go together. If you are looking to enjoy some outdoor fun and breathe in that crisp clean air, rest assured your dog can too! If your friendly fur baby is leashed, they are welcome to watch the fun while leashed.

• Fortune Bridge Farms & Toby’s Farm Market
• Belfast Corn Maze

Licks and Learning

Take a trip back in time….like way back! Explore the Island’s shoreline and learn about prehistoric times and fossils found right on PEI’s red rock!

Archeology not your thing? Fast forward to early life on PEI and learn how these early pioneers survived in the 18th – 19th century. Walking trails, food and drink, musical performances, and educational demonstrations are all at your fingertips…or puppy paws.

• Orwell Corner Historic Village
• Prehistoric Island Tours
• Roma at Three Rivers National Historic Site

Wags and Waterfronts
No fees, ample parking, food and drink, and a picturesque water-view are at your fingertips (or paw prints) at these hotspot locations. Grab lunch at one of the food trucks or restaurants or pack a picnic to enjoy on-site.

There are also Artisan shops nearby, as well as public washrooms and outdoor seating. If you and your dog are looking for a nice walk there is also a boardwalk at Souris Gateway Park and the Montague Marina runs along the Confederation Tail…. I mean Trail (hehe).

• Montague Train Station, Marina & Wharf
• Souris Beach Gateway Park

50 Beaches

We have over 50 beaches in our region for you and your pup to explore. Some are busier than others, but there’s plenty of shoreline for you and your pup to discover! Some beaches will require you to keep your dog on a leash, but if you have the place to yourself, let them zoom all over the place! Please note and be respectful of bird or animal sanctuaries like the Piping Plovers that are known to our shores, a pup can unintentionally do a lot of damage if they race through one. Enjoy the beach, pick up the poop and leave no traces behind. To explore our beaches, click here.

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