National parks in Prince Edward Island
Prince Edward Island has 2 national parks: Pituamkek and Prince Edward Island.
National parks in Prince Edward Island
- Pituamkek National Park
Barrier islands off northwestern PEI, co-managed with the Mi’kmaq. Dunes, archaeology, and shorebirds.
- Prince Edward Island National Park
North-shore dunes and beaches on PEI, including piping-plover habitat and the Green Gables landscape.
Other parks within reach of Prince Edward Island
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Edward Island National Park | 19.2 km (12 mi) | 32 min | Right on your doorstep |
| Pituamkek National Park | 60 km (37.3 mi) | 1 hr 16 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Kouchibouguac National Park | 151 km (93.9 mi) | 2 hr 40 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Fundy National Park | 155 km (96.3 mi) | 2 hr 44 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Cape Breton Highlands National Park | 199 km (124 mi) | 3 hr 23 min | Best as a weekend |
| Kejimkujik National Park | 261 km (162 mi) | 4 hr 17 min | Best as a weekend |
| Forillon National Park | 306 km (190 mi) | 4 hr 57 min | Best as a weekend |
| Sable Island National Park | 363 km (226 mi) | 5 hr 47 min | Best as a weekend |
| Mingan Archipelago National Park | 440 km (273 mi) | 6 hr 55 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Acadia National Park | 447 km (278 mi) | 7 hr 1 min | Worth a longer road trip |
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Common questions
How many national parks are in Prince Edward Island?
2: Pituamkek National Park and Prince Edward Island National Park.
What is the closest national park to Prince Edward Island?
Prince Edward Island National Park, roughly 19.2 km (12 mi) out and about 32 min of driving from the centre of Prince Edward Island.