TOUR  #  3

Kickin' It In Kings County

      When your ferry docks in Wood Islands, disembark and take a right, following the route known as the Points East Coastal Drive. This drive will take you right along the southeastern tip of PEI; on really clear days, you can see across the Northumberland Strait to Nova Scotia, and sometimes as far as Cape Breton.  You can follow the shoreline road along to the sleepy fishing villages of Murray Harbour and Murray River, which boast some fine crafts outlets.  You are in seal watching country, so if you happen to be in the mood for a sail try out one of the tour boats.
       Hug the shoreline on Rte #17, and, if you're in the mood for a refreshing dip in the ocean, make a short detour to Panmure Island, home of an historic lighthouse, a lovely white sand beach, and the annual Abegweit Pow-wow in mid-August. This route eventually brings you into Montague.  The Tim Horton's there is a favorite stopping place for many Island m/c club runs, and you can find a fine cuppa java and a friendly chat there on most summer evenings.Montague serves as a service center and hub for the region.  Don't miss the chance to top up your tanks.  A short hop'n'a skip from Montague in Roseneath golfers can swing a club at either Dundarave or Brudenell River golf courses; alternately, canoe, windsurf, horseback ride, swim or just park your pegs and relax.
        Continue your tour by traversing the #311 to Cardigan, then head for Rollo Bay, which boasts a rollicking fiddle festival weekend in late July.  As you travel the coastline roads on the eastern tip of PEI, there is plenty to see and do.  Basin Head  Fisheries Museum, Elmira Railway Museum and Miniature Railway, and East Point lighthouse, where you can climb to the top and watch the meeting of the three tides, all merit a stop.
        Elmira is also the head of the Confederation Trail, a cycling/walking trail built on former railway beds.  This trail stretches from tip to tip of PEI, has many access points Island wide, and offers myriad opportunities for adventure.  (Sorry, no motorized vehicles allowed  but you can rent bicycles at different locations along the trail, or just go for a relaxing stroll to get the kinks out.)
        Leaving East Point on the #16 going west, you'll find North Lake, where avid fishermen can charter a boat for a chance to battle the fighting tuna.  On your journey down towards Charlottetown, you'll pass through the village of St. Peters, one of the prettiest villages on PEI.  Please do take a side-trip and stop at Greenwich.   Part of the PEI National Park, Greenwich features an interpretative center, walking trails via a floating boardwalk, and over 900 acres of sand dunes.  Fabulous swimming here!
        As you wend you way along Rte #2, you'll catch many views of St. Peters bay traveling towards Morell.  In Mount Stewart, at the junction of Rte 22 and the Confederation Trail, you'll enjoy the Hillsborough River Eco-Centre, which celebrates the history and culture of one of PEI's Canadian Heritage Rivers.  Following the #2 into Charlottetown will end your circuit of King's County. 

This tour is approximately 270 kilometers/168 miles.