Cavendish is one of the most popular spots to visit in Prince Edward Island National Park, owing its connections to L.M. Montgomery, red sandstone cliffs, great beach, and scenic trails. Much of the 12 km of trails in this area are great for running. Note: Admission charge.
Some of our favorite running spots in Cavendish:
Cavendish Dunelands Trail. 2.3 km through gorgeous dunes. Start at the Oceanview Lookoff or Cavendish Beach.
Homestead Trail. One of our favorite running spots on PEI., A little more rugged and popular with cyclists. Passes through forest and farmland along the shores of New London Bay. Loops of 6 km and 8 km. BLUE trail in image. There are bathrooms, a snack shop and access to the beach.
Cavendish Beach. Popular beach, can be runnable depending on conditions.
Gulf Shore Way. Paved, multi-use trail of up to 10 km toward Noth Rustico. See our separate route.
Source: PEI National Park
Cavendish is one of the most popular spots to visit in Prince Edward Island National Park, owing its connections to L.M. Montgomery, red sandstone cliffs, great beach, and scenic trails. Much of the 12 km of trails in this area are great for running. Note: Admission charge.
Some of our favorite running spots in Cavendish:
Cavendish Dunelands Trail. 2.3 km through gorgeous dunes. Start at the Oceanview Lookoff or Cavendish Beach.
Homestead Trail. One of our favorite running spots on PEI., A little more rugged and popular with cyclists. Passes through forest and farmland along the shores of New London Bay. Loops of 6 km and 8 km. BLUE trail in image. There are bathrooms, a snack shop and access to the beach.
Cavendish Beach. Popular beach, can be runnable depending on conditions.
Gulf Shore Way. Paved, multi-use trail of up to 10 km toward Noth Rustico. See our separate route.
A 7.5 km 'runseeing' tour of the historic capital of PEI. It's a great combination of older government buildings, historic parks and squares, Victorian homes, fun shopping streets, and several pleasant sections along waterfront paths and boardwalks.
A 'rail trail' running across the entire island east-west, with branch trails to popular spots. Stone dust surface, well signed & maintained. Detailed maps with segment distances, and recommendations on the most scenic sections for running.
The preserved red clay lanes known as Heritage Roads are a unique feature of PEI. Some of these roads run by open farmland, and others feature beautiful 'tunnels of trees'. See the map with detailed information, including location & distances.
The red sand beaches on PEI's southern shore are better for running than the white sand beaches on the northern shore. Some of the favorites for running include Argyle Shores, Canoe Cove, and Chelton Beach, and Tea Hill.
The waterfront boardwalk makes for a great run in PEI's second largest city. It runs about 4 km from Mackenzie Dr. until a point where Water St. turns inland. About 4 km one-way. Great water and harbour views.
One of the best water view stretches for a longer run on PEI. Bike path most of the way. The best sections are the 2.5 km starting in North Rustico, along the waterfront, and then 5 km between Cape Rd. and Cavendish Beach.
Another good option for a long off-road run in PEI. Up to 15 km one-way. The bike path goes in and out of water views. Best sections for running are the 4 km on Robinsons Island Rd., and the 5 km between Brackley Beach and Stanhope by the Sea.
Three great options for running in this area: Greenwich Rd. from Saint Peters Bay to Greenwich, wonderful dunes trails in the Greenwich section of PEI National Park, and a scenic section of the Confederation Trail from Saint Peters Bay to Morell.
The bike path along Covehead Bay is one of the prettiest spots to run on PEI. Great views of the water, and then pleasant greenery as you pass by the Stanhope Golf Club. It's 4.7 km one-way from the Covehead Harbour Lighthouse to Rt. 6.
Historic town and site of a popular summer road race. We've mapped the 5k course, along the water, through a park, and along a beach, making for a nice tour of this town on the eastern part of the island.
A wonderful run over a causeway, with views of St. Mary's Bay on one side and the ocean on the other. The first 3 km from the Provincial Park is especially scenic, with a spur out to a lighthouse. One of the most popular white sand beaches on PEI.
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