Cavendish Beach

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About

Cavendish Beach is a beach in Cavendish, Prince Edward Island, facing the Gulf of St. Lawrence and lying entirely within Prince Edward Island National Park.

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Cavendish Beach — Red sandstone cliffs meet the beach beside shallow tidal poolsCavendish Beach — Coastal dunes rise above a long stretch of sandy beachCavendish Beach — Low tide exposes red rocks and seaweed along the shoreCavendish Beach — Close view of layered red sandstone formations at the water's edgeCavendish Beach — Sandy shoreline curves beneath low red cliffsCavendish Beach — Open sandy beach beside calm water and low coastal cliffsCavendish Beach — Gulls gather on seaweed-covered rocks in the shallow surfCavendish Beach — Two gulls stand on wet sand beside gentle wavesCavendish Beach — A quiet sandy shoreline curves beside calm coastal waterCavendish Beach — Sunlight breaks through clouds over the beach and seaCavendish Beach — Low sun glitters across the water above a dark sandy shore

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Why go

  • A boardwalk across the fragile dunes separating the beach from MacNeill’s Pond and Clark’s Pond.
  • Links to L.M. Montgomery and her Anne Shirley stories.

Season and conditions

  • Open 24 hours every day.
  • Supervised swimming is available in summer.

Safety

  • Domestic animals are prohibited on the beach from April 1 to October 15 each year.

Facilities

  • Canteen Available at Cavendish Main Beach.
  • Outdoor showers
  • EV parking
  • Picnic area
  • Sheltered area

How to get there

  • ParkingCavendish Main Beach, the most publicly accessible section, is at the end of Graham’s Lane. Address: 590 Graham’s Ln, Cavendish, Prince Edward Island.

Accessibility

  • Ramp access Stairs or a multilevel ramp lead from the boardwalk to the beach. Mobility mats are placed at the boardwalk base during peak season.
  • Beach wheelchairs Beach wheelchairs are available.
  • Accessible washrooms Accessible washrooms are available.
  • Designated parking Designated parking is available for visitors with limited mobility.

Sources: Cavendish Beach - Wikipedia · Cavendish Beach - Prince Edward Island National… · checked 30 Sep 2026

Where
590 Graham's Ln, Cavendish

Plan from here: Evening walk →

Questions and answers

What is the sand like at Cavendish Beach?

It is soft above the waterline and hard-packed below it at low tide.

Where is the Dunelands trailhead near Cavendish Beach?

It is near the boardwalk.

Can I picnic at Cavendish Beach?

Yes. A picnic area and a sheltered area are available.

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