8 Places to Go Snowshoeing In & Around Charlottetown

Wintertime doesn’t have to be spent indoors; snowshoeing is the perfect way to catch a breath of fresh air and explore the Island’s landscape in a new perspective. Trek around the city after a fresh snowfall and discover our magical winter wonderland!

Read on for 8 of our favourite snowshoeing trails within the Charlottetown region. Be sure to dress warm and stay safe – let’s get moving!

Need snowshoes? Borrow complimentary snowshoes from many of our accommodation partners or the Charlottetown Parks & Recreation Centre. Learn more here.

1. Beach Grove Trails

Tucked away behind the Beach Grove Home at 200 Beach Grove Rd, these picturesque nature trails invite visitors to explore winding wooded paths and take in beautiful scenery.

2. Victoria Park

Located in Downtown Charlottetown, Victoria Park is a 40-acre expanse with easy trails through its forested areas and, after a fresh snowfall, along its beloved boardwalk. The perfect city respite for families and new snowshoers.

3. Robert L. Cotton Trail

Located just across the Hillsborough Bridge, this trail is a 17-acre park located at 57 Bunbury Rd, Stratford.

4. Riverside Ride Trail

Located on the east side of the city, this narrow trail snakes its way through the woods along the Hillsborough River. Parking is available at Hillsborough Hospital.

5. Confederation Trail

Within city limits, this wide, flat and well-groomed trail is the perfect way to get from downtown to midtown and uptown. On Saturday mornings, be sure to swing by the Charlottetown Farmers’ Market, right off the trail along Belvedere Avenue. *Take note the trails are only open to snowshoers and walkers from the stretch between the arterial highway to Joe Ghiz Park – View map here.

6. Winter River Trail

Located just a 15-minute drive east of Charlottetown in the community of Suffolk, Winter River Trail (6km) includes a wooded road, white spruce trees, gently rolling terrain, and plenty of opportunities to view wildlife and waterfowl in the woods and along the Winter River as it opens up to Winter Bay.

7. Bubbling Springs Trail

Enjoy a trek through fields and mixed forest as you explore the Farmland Trail and watch for an archaeological site. And yes, you’ll happen across a spring bubbling up from the ground along the Bubbling Springs Trail (4km) in Stanhope.

8. Terry Fox Trails

Drive 15 mins outside of Charlottetown to explore the trails and disc golf course at the Terry Fox Complex (2.5km) at 85 Hilltop Drive, Cornwall.

…And we’ll leave the rest up to you! Once you’ve explored our six faves, check out even more Island trails at tourismpei.com.

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