Parks Manager

Getting to Pituamkek National Park

Pituamkek National Park sits in PE, Canada, with Kensington the nearest town of any size — about 22.3 km (13.9 mi) out, or roughly 36 min of driving.

Towns to base yourself in

Towns nearest Pituamkek National Park
TownDistanceEstimated drive
Kensington22.3 km (13.9 mi)36 min
Summerside24.4 km (15.2 mi)38 min
Alberton31.3 km (19.5 mi)45 min
Cornwall61 km (37.9 mi)1 hr 17 min
Charlottetown65.6 km (40.8 mi)1 hr 22 min
Stratford69.5 km (43.2 mi)1 hr 26 min
Belfast90.8 km (56.4 mi)1 hr 47 min
Montague100 km (62.2 mi)1 hr 55 min

How to read these numbers

Distances are straight-line between the town and the park centre. Drive estimates add a road factor and an average speed, which is close enough for planning but wrong wherever mountains, ferries, or seasonal closures are involved.

Inside a large park, getting from the entrance to the part you came to see can add another hour or more.

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Common questions

What is the closest town to Pituamkek National Park?

Kensington, about 22.3 km (13.9 mi) away — roughly 36 min of driving.

Where should I stay when visiting Pituamkek National Park?

The practical bases are Kensington, Summerside, and Alberton — all within a reasonable drive of the park.