Northumberland Provincial Park - Canada

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About Northumberland Provincial Park

RV quick facts for Northumberland Provincial Park

DetailInformation
Reservation windowReservations for provincial park campgrounds in PEI typically open in spring through the Tourism PEI booking system.
Full hookupsA mix of unserviced, two-way, and three-way (water, power, sewer) sites is available; three-way sites are limited, so book early.
Dump stationAn RV sanitary dump station is provided on site for registered campers.
Cell serviceCell coverage along the Wood Islands area is generally reliable on major Canadian carriers.
Road restrictionsAccess roads are paved standard PEI routes with no low bridges, tunnels, or steep mountain grades for RVs.
SeasonOpen seasonally from late June through early September; closed the rest of the year.
PetsLeashed pets are permitted in the campground; check current Tourism PEI rules for beach access.

Best time to visit Northumberland Provincial Park

Mid-June through early September is the best window, when the campground is open, ocean water along the Northumberland Strait is among the warmest north of the Carolinas, and supervised swimming is offered. July and August bring the warmest weather but also the busiest weekends, so reservations are recommended for RV sites. Late June and the first half of September are quieter shoulder periods with cooler nights and fewer crowds, though some services may be reduced. The park is closed to camping outside the summer season.

Jan 100 mm
-3°C - -12°C

Park closed, no camping services.

Feb 85 mm
-3°C - -12°C

Park closed, no camping services.

Mar 90 mm
1°C - -7°C

Park closed, no camping services.

Apr 90 mm
7°C - -2°C

Park closed, campground not yet open.

May 95 mm
14°C - 3°C

Campground closed; shoulder season on PEI.

Jun 90 mm
20°C - 9°C

Campground typically opens in late June.

Jul 85 mm
24°C - 14°C

Peak season, book RV sites well in advance.

Aug 90 mm
24°C - 14°C

Warmest ocean temperatures of the year.

Sep 95 mm
19°C - 10°C

Quieter shoulder period; campground usually closes in early September.

Oct 110 mm
13°C - 5°C

Campground closed, day-use only if gates are open.

Nov 115 mm
7°C - 0°C

Park closed, no camping services.

Dec 110 mm
0°C - -8°C

Park closed, no camping services.

Things to do at Northumberland Provincial Park

  • Northumberland Strait Beach Easy
    RV parking available

    Swim and sunbathe on the red sand beach right next to the campground. The shallow, warm strait water is among the warmest in Atlantic Canada, and supervised swimming is typically offered in summer.

  • Wood Islands Lighthouse and Interpretive Museum Easy
    RV parking available

    Explore a historic PEI lighthouse a short drive from the park. The site features interpretive exhibits on Northumberland Strait ferry history, rum-running, and local marine heritage, with ocean views from the tower.

  • Points East Coastal Drive Easy
    RV parking available

    Tour eastern PEI on this signed scenic route that passes directly by the park. Expect lighthouses, fishing harbours, red-cliff viewpoints, and farm stands, with plenty of pull-offs suitable for RVs.

  • Wood Islands Ferry to Nova Scotia Easy
    RV parking available

    Ride the seasonal Northumberland Ferries service between Wood Islands and Caribou, Nova Scotia. The crossing takes about 75 minutes and is a popular day-trip or onward travel option for RVers.

  • Beachcombing and Tidepooling Easy
    RV parking available

    Walk the shoreline at low tide to look for sea glass, shells, and small marine life. The gentle sand and red sandstone shore make it easy for all ages.

  • Cycling Local Roads Moderate
    RV parking available

    Pedal the quiet rural routes around Wood Islands and Belfast on road or hybrid bikes. The terrain is rolling but manageable, with ocean views and minimal traffic outside peak ferry times.

  • Evening Campfire and Stargazing Easy
    RV parking available

    Enjoy a campfire at your RV site as the sun sets over the strait. Low light pollution on this stretch of coast gives good stargazing on clear summer nights.

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How to get to Northumberland Provincial Park

The park sits off Route 4 near Wood Islands, about 60 km (roughly a 50 minute drive) east of Charlottetown and only a few minutes from the Wood Islands ferry terminal that links PEI with Caribou, Nova Scotia. From the Confederation Bridge at Borden-Carleton, plan on about 115 km (roughly 90 minutes) of easy driving on Routes 1 and 4. There are no tunnels, mountain passes, or significant grades for RVs on the approach, but coastal winds on the Confederation Bridge can be strong, and large rigs should check bridge wind advisories. The nearest airport for fly-and-rent travelers is Charlottetown Airport (YYG).

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