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The best camping in Jacques Cartier Provincial Park, PE
Chill out on the most secluded side of PEI, where red sands fringe the warm ocean.
The best camping in Jacques Cartier Provincial Park, PE
Red Rock Retreat Campground
1. Red Rock Retreat Campground
100%
(29)
64km from Jacques Cartier Provincial Park · 59 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
CA$50
/ night
Tranquility Camping & Cottages
2. Tranquility Camping & Cottages
93%
(22)
66km from Jacques Cartier Provincial Park · 19 sites
Nestled away on the serene shores of Prince Edward Island, just off 132 Cape Road in North Rustico, lies a hidden gem of a campground waiting to be discovered. This private retreat offers a perfect blend of tranquility and comfort, catering to families, mature campers, and singles alike.
Surrounded by lush greenery and within easy reach of the island's stunning coastline, this campground provides a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The setting is ideal for those seeking both relaxation and adventure in equal measure.
**Modern Facilities:** Despite its secluded feel, the campground boasts modern amenities including clean restroom facilities, hot showers, and convenient laundry services.
Located just a short drive from North Rustico and Cavendish, campers can explore charming shops, local restaurants serving fresh seafood, and cultural attractions that showcase the rich history of PEI.
In summary, this hidden gem of a campground offers a private and inviting retreat with a range of amenities tailored for families, mature campers, and singles alike. Whether you're seeking adventure along the coastline or relaxation in a peaceful natural setting, this campground promises a memorable stay on Canada's picturesque Prince Edward Island.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
CA$45
/ night
Acadian Coastal Campground
3. Acadian Coastal Campground
91%
(39)
77km from Jacques Cartier Provincial Park · 9 sites · Tents, RVs
We are OPEN despite the current issues. No fires are allowed due to provincial bans. Enjoy the quiet skyline and maybe even catch a glimpse of the local wildlife. Our grass lots are backed with lush Appalachian forest and leads way to a slow brook where you can wade with the tide or try your hand at fishing or simply sit by the fire and enjoy the solitude. Check in is self guided as there is no host on site but you'll find it simple as all sites, as well as the toilet area is well marked with signage. This doesn’t mean we aren’t here to help, you can reach us 24/7 via text.
We are Located just off the Acadian Coastal Drive and minutes from the beautiful Fundy shore. You can bring your tent, RV, van or camper and choose from 4 fantastic sites. 1-30 amp service, 2
roadside non-serviced as well as one privative forested site and 3 tent sites. All sites are equipped with a fire pit and access to our outhouse restroom. Wood is available for purchase if you didn’t bring your own! We are currently fencing in the entire property to make it a dog/cat and livestock safe area so pets can enjoy a safer experience . This will be done in stages so hang tight with us until this is completed.
You can also explore New Brunswick with a drive on Acadian Coastal Drive ·Appalachian Range Route · Fundy Coastal Drive · Miramichi River Route or Fundy Coastal Drive Stop by and visit Murray Corner Provincial park for a swim and watch the tide roll out.
Looking to see multiple provinces?? We are in the perfect spot to see all of what the East coast has to offer. View PEI’s spectacular Confederation Bridge from the shoreline and take a drive to PEI which is only minutes from us. Mainland Nova Scotia is less than a 30 minute drive and if your adventurous and want to drive the Cabot Trail then you can reach Cape Breton Island in under 2 hours! Catch a Ferry to Newfoundland if your heart desires.
PEAK SEASON (May 1- Sept 31)
OFF GRID (Oct 1 -Dec 31 and March 15 - April 31)
CLOSED for winter (Dec 31- March 14)
There is no potable water on site however, we do have an out building with compostable toilet, shower/change area. Free Showers and potable water available at Murray provincial park during peak season.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
CA$15
/ night
Cardinal Campground- Kouchibouguac
4. Cardinal Campground- Kouchibouguac
94%
(16)
78km from Jacques Cartier Provincial Park · 3 sites
5 large, private, RV Sites situated along Mackay Brook. Property is located 2Km from Kouchibouguac National Park that offers countless walking and biking trails as well as famous beaches. Located 35 minutes from Miramichi and 45minutes from Moncton. Sites include 30 and 50 amp electrical hookups as well as water and sewer. Campers enjoy complementary WIFI, 5G LTE mobile connection is available on many networks.
Pets
Full hookups
from
CA$41
/ night
The Red Fox Campground
5. The Red Fox Campground
97%
(38)
79km from Jacques Cartier Provincial Park · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
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.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
CA$52
/ night
Our Island Home
6. Our Island Home
22km from Jacques Cartier Provincial Park · 11 sites · Tents, RVs
Private safe rural setting on a beautiful red dirt road just 5 km from Hwy 2 near Coleman P.E.I.
We are a short 1km walk to the Confederation Trail and Trout River!
Only 20km from West Point Park and lighthouse.
Only 40 km from Summerside
Only 50 km from Stompin Tom Museum.
Only 80 km from Cavandish Beach and Anne of Green Gables.
Only 100 km from Confederation Bridge
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from
CA$20
/ night
Regulars Homestead
7. Regulars Homestead
83%
(6)
44km from Jacques Cartier Provincial Park · 1 site · Tent, RV
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!
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from
CA$32
/ night
Secluded Spot In Cavendish
8. Secluded Spot In Cavendish
100%
(1)
61km from Jacques Cartier Provincial Park · 1 site · Tent, RV
I have space for one camper/RV/Van at a time beside my home.
Walkable to the national park, the boardwalk, & sandpit.
Guests can use the electric hookup.
Mature trees and lots of birdlife. We also have a few resident wild geriatric hares that sometimes like to make an appearance. (No dogs please)
This is a special offering that is not typically available.
A quiet location with lots of privacy.
Electrical hookup
from
CA$60
/ night
Silver Lining
9. Silver Lining
70km from Jacques Cartier Provincial Park · 1 site · Tent, RV
Escape to Silver Lining, a private, tree-lined campsite in Kent, New Brunswick. This peaceful spot features a level gravel pad (about 100′ × 40′) with full hookups for water, power, and sewer—perfect for RVs or tents.
Relax around the fire pit, enjoy meals at the outdoor table, and listen to the sounds of nature all around you. The beach is just a short five-minute walk away, offering the best of both forest and coastal camping.
Highlights:
• Full hookups (water, power, sewer)
• Fire pit and patio table
• Private, wooded setting
• 5-minute walk to the beach
• Pets welcome (off-leash friendly)
A quiet, comfortable retreat for anyone seeking simplicity and serenity by the sea.
Pets
Campfires
Full hookups
from
CA$50
/ night
Nature's Symphony Retreat
10. Nature's Symphony Retreat
100%
(1)
79km from Jacques Cartier Provincial Park · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Nestled in a rural area of Sainte-Marie de Kent NB, this quiet, wooded gem will make you appreciate every bit of what nature has to offer. Situated 15 min from Bouctouche, your are located at quick drive to beaches, grocery stores, Le Pays de la Sagouine, restaurants, etc. ATV trails can be taken minutes from the camp site. Camp site is solely for the wilderness and off grid lovers with no water, electric or sewer hook up. The entrance to the camp site offers a dirt road to park your trailer or tent and has plenty of space for more than one unit.
Pets
Campfires
from
CA$20
/ night
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Evan
October 2025
25 ft Class B
With pets
Quiet, flat site. Very peaceful, and electrical and water hook up were simple.
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Sean
October 2025
40 ft travel trailer
With pets
We loved camping at Cardinal campground. The sites were very well maintained and level and the bistro lighting was a nice touch. The host was very nice and responsive to our questions. The proximity to the national park could not be beat, we would not hesitate to stay again!
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Kathryn A
September 2025
23 ft travel trailer
With pets
Camped just prior to closing for the season. Quiet, delightful. Host was so gracious and kind.
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Donald
September 2025
22 ft Class B
Property is right on the road but there is a long dirt driveway the length of the property that allows you to get back away from the road. The vegetation was a bit overgrown and dry when we stayed so we didn’t drive all the way back but there is a nice flat field area in the back that would be a nice spot to park for the night.
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Lori Anne
September 2025
Tent
With pets
More of a camp ground feel than a hip camp but it was very clean and friendly!
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Rick
September 2025
Tent
With pets
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.
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Kim
August 2025
Tent
Chandra's campground is absolutely wonderful with spacious campsites, trees between sites, good facilities, a pool and a small store within the office. Chandra is friendly and provided lots of great information about sightseeing in PEI. We had a most enjoyable stay, thank you Chandra!
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Mel
August 2025
Tent
We loved it here and would book again for sure. Check in was easy and friendly, the pool was fun to cool off in, bathrooms are clean and campground overall is very clean and quiet!
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Mel
August 2025
Tent
I loved the view so much here! The only traffic noise we heard was boats- it was lovely!
The animals are friendly and horses are beautiful! I would definitely come back here!
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Félix
August 2025
Tent
Great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Nice place, cool view and sweet people.
The roosters makes quite some noise un the morning
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Elise
August 2025
Tent
I love that place because it is a peaceful. Close to Cavendish.
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Lindsey
August 2025
Tent
With pets
Great campground and clean facilities!
The owners are super friendly and helpful. PEI is beautiful!
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Linda
August 2025
20 ft campervan
With pets
Paula was a generous and exemplary campground host. The campground was clearly well cared for and there were many repeat campers. The bathrooms were the best campground bathrooms ever!
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Allison
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Great location close to Cavendish but in a quiet area not far of a drive. Loved the tenting spots that they each had their own cleared out spot in the trees along the trail. Bathrooms were great and clean, pool was good enough size to enjoy and cool down on our down time.
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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.
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Sarah
August 2025
With kids
I absolutely loved this experience! The hosts were so welcoming and friendly. The cabin was clean and it was perfect for my daughter and I. The pool and washrooms were close by and my daughter had fun meeting other kids staying there as well:) we would love to return here again !!! Truly a gem and not far from cavendish
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k
August 2025
Tent
With pets
I loved tent camping, the property was amazing, beautiful, large… the nature sounds were so refreshing, I loved the roosters, private and quiet. Definitely coming back :)
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Laura
August 2025
Tent
Great spot! Very clean bathrooms and nice private lots
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Danny
August 2025
Tent
Small site, small fire pit but nicely secluded from most sides other than the road. I'd stay here again.
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Loyce
July 2025
20 ft Class B
With pets
This is my second stay at this location and it was like coming home! Peaceful evening with my cat enjoying the great outdoors on a quiet country road. I love this place.
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Overview
About
Prince Edward Island bills itself as The Gentle Island, and staying on its Northern shore at Jacques Cartier Provincial Park is definitely going to be serene. Go camping with ocean views, supervised swimming beach, and long walks on the beach spotting birds and other wildlife. Great for families with organized activities on offer throughout the summer, you’ll find playground equipment and plenty of space for kids to run around. There are some sweet hiking trails in the area and gems of family restaurants to check out. Two Jacques Cartier campground areas are available—one serviced with newer, nicer facilities, and another unserviced with a laundromat, kitchen shelter, and camp store.
Tips for snagging a campsite
- Probably the busiest provincial park in PEI, reservations go fast as soon as the online bookings system for the province’s parks opens.
- Many campers book the entire season, taking the prime spots, so if you’re planning to camp at Jacques Cartier Provincial Park, book as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
- There’s always a chance to secure a last-minute site by showing up at 2pm when campers check in, especially if you are looking to stay midweek or on the tailends of the park season.
When to go
Summers on Prince Edward Island are incredible—which is why many Canadians from as far as Ontario own cottages here. Jacques Cartier Provincial Park is only open from June 4 through September 12, and you’re pretty much guaranteed great weather during that period. As with any accommodations on Prince Edward Island, you’re advised to book campsites through the PEI Parks website in advance of your trip, especially if travelling with an RV.
Know before you go
- The few sites offering fill hook-ups are usually filled by seasonal campers so hard to book for shorter stays.
- As well as accessible washrooms, this park offers a ramp and floating wheelchair for visitors to use (not available when the surf is too high).
- Cell reception can be patchy at the northern tip of PEI, so don’t rely on that to find your way around.
- PEI has the warmest waters north of the Carolinas, so you can enjoy the ocean for much longer in the summer and fall than in other destinations.
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