The best campgrounds in Prince Edward Island with swimming

On Prince Edward Island, you’ll find over 20 campsites where you can walk from your tent straight to the water. Swimming is the main draw here, whether it’s a dip in the ocean or a splash in a sheltered inlet. The average spot costs $51 a night, but you can nab a site for as little as $40 if you book early. Most campsites let you bring your dog, light a campfire, and guarantee a toilet that isn’t just a hole in the ground. Fishing and hiking are easy add-ons to your day between swims. Locals swear by Summer Winds (62 reviews), The Red Fox Campground (21 reviews), and Red Rock Retreat Campground (7 reviews)—all spots where salty air and quick water access are standard. Pack quick-dry gear and keep an eye out for red sand between your toes; it’ll be there for days.

96% (154)

Top-rated campgrounds

On Prince Edward Island, you’ll find over 20 campsites where you can walk from your tent straight to the water. Swimming is the main draw here, whether it’s a dip in the ocean or a splash in a sheltered inlet. The average spot costs $51 a night, but you can nab a site for as little as $40 if you book early. Most campsites let you bring your dog, light a campfire, and guarantee a toilet that isn’t just a hole in the ground. Fishing and hiking are easy add-ons to your day between swims. Locals swear by Summer Winds (62 reviews), The Red Fox Campground (21 reviews), and Red Rock Retreat Campground (7 reviews)—all spots where salty air and quick water access are standard. Pack quick-dry gear and keep an eye out for red sand between your toes; it’ll be there for days.

96% (154)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. The Red Fox Campground

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(38)

6 sites · Tents, RVs · York Oyster Bed, PE

The Red Fox Campground is located on the Green Gables Region, right next to the Prince Edward National Park. We have 25 spacious sites for Tents, Rv’s and Glamping tents. Each site have electricity and water near by. The campground has treed areas to camp and hang hammocks and beautiful gardens with fully equipped glamping tents. We are a pet friendly campground and there is free wifi and hot showers. The campground is 4 minutes drive from The National Park where you can enjoy beautiful beaches like Brackley and Stanhope. The trail of the famous Island Walk is less than a km away as well as the path of the Confederation Trail. We are few kilometres from the beautiful picturesque town North Rustico and a 17 min drive to Cavendish, famous for their Music Festivals. We have a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion and ZERO tolerance for discrimination in any form.

2. Summer Winds

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(129)

19 sites · Tents, RVs · Charlottetown, PE

14 acre park like setting with open and treed campsites. We have 5 small cottages on the property, outdoor saltwater pool, a paddle boat pond, walking trail and access to the shoreline. Our water is located at the mouth of the Cardigan River so you get warm water on a falling tide and salty cool water on the rise. Come join us!

3. Red Rock Retreat Campground

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59 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Charlottetown, PE

Red Rock retreat is nestled on a hillside overlooking the Mayfield valley, offering our guests beautiful sunsets in a quiet relaxing atmosphere. Far enough away from the hustle and bustle, but centrally located just minutes from neighbouring Cavendish and it's sandy beaches, many golf courses & the famous boardwalk shopping area. Upon your return to Red Rock Retreat you'll find plenty to do for the young and young at heart. From our large outdoor play area to our heated swimming pool we have something for everyone. If you're looking for a quiet campground in Cavendish, come visit and we're sure you'll enjoy one of your most relaxing vacations.

4. Winterbay Campground and Cottages

1 site · Lodging · Millcove, PE

This property is almost 8 acres on Winterbay. A calm bay that you could boat, kayak, paddleboard or sail. Or travel 5 minutes to the the world renowned beaches of our national park. Winterbay Campground is within a 15 minute drive to Charlottetown and a 35 minute drive to the Cavendish beach music festival. We have cottages and campsites ranging from serviced to unserviced.

5. Regulars Homestead

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(6)

1 site · Tent, RV · Malpeque, PE

Welcome to the homestead! This property is heaven on earth. A gorgeous 3 acre, pet friendly (a livestock guardian dog is present on the property) this hidden paradise is a 5 minute walk to a quiet beach, or a 10 minute drive to the beautiful, public Cabot beach. The property includes an array of solar panels, a greenhouse and garden, as well as a large barn, and smaller coop housing over 50 beautiful white chantecler chickens (the best natural alarm clock)! Many varities of plants and trees provide privacy, shade as well as a lovely view. Enjoy a quiet walk down the dirt road (maybe find a geocache) and enjoy your stay on our little piece of heaven!

Stories from the community

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Lori Anne

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Red Fox Campground

More of a camp ground feel than a hip camp but it was very clean and friendly!

Rick

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Red Fox Campground

We would have preferred a spot that was easier to maneuver BUT it was exactly as the pictures showed. We have 2 beagles and we worried that other campers might not be as fond of their songs as we are. But by quiet time (11pm) they were settled in. The ONLY unfortunate part of our stay was the large group of young people who didn't start drinking until after 11. At 230, my wife screamed, "Go to bed!" One of them yelled, "Sorry." But it still went on until after 3. They got our dogs and at least one other barking. Except for that one group, the campground was quiet after 11, and earlier, i dont think we hear a single loud voice. If there were dogs besides ours and the one we were travelling with, we never heard them. Better control of the 11pm quiet time is the only suggestion I have. Paula was a wonderful host and the campground is beautiful. Coyotes were in full song just as we were going to bed. The bathroom facilities were probably the nicest and cleanest that we've ever seen at a campground.

Douglas

September 2025

25 ft Class C

With pets

3 nights at Summer Winds

Convenient rest rooms, easy hookups. It's a walk to the water. The ad makes it appear clocer

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Kimberley

August 2025

Tent

3 nights at Summer Winds

Beautiful, peaceful campground. Washrooms were clean and well maintained. We hope to come back again some day!

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Kimberley

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

3 nights at Summer Winds

Fantastic experience Beautiful clean washrooms. So peaceful and quiet and the pool was an unexpected added bonus! Would love to return again. Thank you so much to Cora and David 🙂

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Jenna

August 2025

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Summer Winds

Tent sight was great, could use a couple more trees and shrubs in between. Bathrooms were lovely and always clean and the beach was gorgeous!

30 Amp power and drinkable water on the site. Suitable for tent, small camper, camper van, truck camper.

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Kate

August 2025

Tent

4 nights at Summer Winds

Super pretty spot and bathrooms were really clean! Loved it

Félix

August 2025

Tent

3 nights at Regulars Homestead

Great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Nice place, cool view and sweet people. The roosters makes quite some noise un the morning

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Jim

August 2025

15 ft travel trailer

5 nights at Summer Winds

Great, quiet small campground. Bring a 30 A plug for the electric or borrow one from the front office. Great pool area. Staff provided a map of local highlights in the Gerogetown area. Very clean newish shower building with large stalls and very hot water.

Debbie

August 2025

15 ft pop-up camper

With pets

3 nights at Summer Winds

We absolutely loved camping at Summer Winds with our tent trailer! The beach and the pool were great and clean, as well as exceptionally clean spacious bathrooms. We were greeted on arrival with a friendly welcome who answered all our questions. Such a lovely calm atmosphere, we will surely be back next year.

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Kathy

August 2025

17 ft travel trailer

3 nights at Summer Winds

This campground was awesome…very quiet and the bathrooms were very clean. I loved the location, so easy to check out the east part of PEI. Staff were amazing!!!

Dmitri

August 2025

30 ft toy hauler

3 nights at Summer Winds

Lovely place. We will definately come back next year!

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Rui

August 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Summer Winds

Easy to find, nice hot shower, and watch out the mosquito. Host are nice to pretell all imfo.

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catherine

August 2025

30 ft travel trailer

With pets

4 nights at Summer Winds

Superbe endroit. Le site était grand , et propre.

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Annie

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Summer Winds

Perfect place, small and cozy. The pool was amazing, everything simple and clean. thanks

Two way site, 30 Amp electric service and drinkable water on site, suitable for camper van, small camper, truck camper, tent or less than 30 feet.

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Ray

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Summer Winds

Wonderful spot to camp, grass/soft ground was really nice for tenting. Inground pool was very clean, kids loved it. Location was quiet, great shower and washroom facilities. Very close to many amazing beaches and not far from Charlottetown which is a fantastic city.

30 Amp electric and drinkable water hook up. Suitable for tent, small camper, camper van or under 30 feet.

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Oleg

August 2025

12 ft pop-up camper

6 nights at Summer Winds

had a fantastic stay at this campground in PEI! The facilities were exceptionally clean, and site #10 was in the perfect location—just the right distance from the pool and directly across from the washrooms. Cora and David were incredibly friendly, helpful, and made our stay even better. Highly recommend!

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Allecia

August 2025

2 nights at Red Rock Retreat Campground

We loved everything at Red Rock Retreat! Great little cabin, clean washroom facilities and staff were very helpful. Great central location to everything on the island.

Spacious site, our mid-size pop-up fit with more than enough room to spare.

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Mike

August 2025

24 ft pop-up camper

With kids

3 nights at Summer Winds

Summer Winds was a well laid out campground with lots of exploring allowed at both the property and area. Located about 40 minutes from Charlottetown made a fun afternoon trip. Our kids loved the fact that our spot (#19) was facing the playground and the saltwater pool was a huge hit. Washroom and showers were kept clean and comfortable— the water was hot! Everyone we spoke to was friendly and inviting making it a spot we will have to return to one day. Thanks for hosting!

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Cassandra

August 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Summer Winds

Great campground, small, cozy, sites are good for 1-2 tents, trees surrounding each tent site, beach short walk away, new showers/bathrooms! All really great