Cavendish Beach

Prince Edward Island National Park

Sought out by visitors for decades for its beautiful sandy beaches, Cavendish has become famous for its connections to author L.M. Montgomery and her stories about Anne Shirley, the spunky, red-headed heroine of 'Anne of Green Gables'. A favourite stop for visitors all summer long. 

Located in the heart of PEI National Park, Cavendish not only offers a stunning stretch of white sand but spectacular views framed by rolling dunes and iconic red cliffs. Whether you are here to swim, stroll, or relax to the sound of the waves, this beach is the perfect spot to soak in the island’s natural beauty.

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Domestic animals are prohibited on beaches between April 1 and October 15 annually.
See guidelines.

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A family with accessibility needs enjoys a swim in the ocean with a beach wheelchair at Stanhope Beach. Prince Edward Island National Park.

Beach offer

  • Offer available from early July to early September
  • Supervised swimming
  • Accessible beach facilities
    • ramp
    • mobility mats
    • beach wheelchairs 
    • accessible washrooms
    • designated parking for those with limited mobility
  • Canteen (operating from Mid June to early September)
  • Picnic area
  • Sheltered area
  • Outdoor showers
  • EV parking

Four people strolling on the beach.

Description

  • Cavendish Beach is a popular and busy beach on a hot summer day.
  • There is a large parking lot with designated parking spaces for those with limited mobility.
  • There is a long flat boardwalk with access to washrooms, a canteen and picnic areas.
  • The boardwalk continues over dune areas to reach the beach.  
  • At the end of the boardwalk there are stairs or a multi-level ramp that leads to the beach.
  • During peak season, mobility mats are in place at the base of the boardwalk.
  • The beach is soft white sand above the waterline and hard-packed sand below the waterline when the tide is out. 
  • The Dunelands trailhead is located near the boardwalk

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How to get there

Additional information

  • Call 902-672-6350 for more information
  • Beach wheelchairs are available at Cavendish Beach and Brackley Beach.  Reserve a beach wheelchair a minimum 2 days in advance by calling 902-566-7050 or emailing pnipe-peinp@pc.gc.ca.

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Dune recovery sign at Covehead lighthouse beach Respect signs and fences set to protect the sand dunes.
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