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Section 24

Section 23: Little Harbour

Bothwell to Souris

21 km, 6 to 8 hours, rated easy to moderate. Mostly flat terrain with a few rolling hills.

From Bothwell, take a walk to Basin Head Beach, home of the world-famous singing sands, it’s truly a sight to see and hear! In recent years, Basin Head has been on the top of the Best Beach in Canada list on various travel and tourism websites more than once. When you see it, you’ll know why.

After the beach, plan to stop at the Basin Head Fisheries Museum to learn more about the story of PEI’s historic inshore fishery with their displays and exhibits that will take you back in time. During the summer months enjoy lunch while watching brave swimmers jump off the Basin Head bridge.

Next, you’ll walk along some peaceful red dirt roads and quiet side streets and arrive in Souris, known as the friendly seaside town. Souris is a bustling tourist destination and has lots of options for things to do. One great restaurant option with a fabulous view is 21 Breakwater. For more information, visit the town’s website. We recommend stopping in at the Souris Beach Gateway Park just past Waypoint 24. This beach is well known as a great source for discovering sea glass, clam digging and swimming. There you will find The Poke Shack with great Island tuna and seafood poke bowls.

Section 23: Little Harbour
Section 23: Little Harbour

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Packed lunch is required.


Points of Interest

  • Basin Head fisheries museum
  • Magdalen Island Ferry
  • St Mary’s Catholic Parish Church
  • During summer there is a small resto and ice cream at Basin Head
  • Various dinner options in the Town of Souris

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Land Acknowledgement

In the spirit of Reconciliation, we acknowledge that the land upon which we gather is unceded Mi’kmaq territory. Epekwitk (Prince Edward Island), Mi’kma’ki, is covered by the historic Treaties of Peace and Friendship. We pay our respects to the Indigenous Mi’kmaq People who have occupied this Island for over 12,000 years; past, present and future.