Island Trails
Hiking & Cycling Trails | Prince Edward Island
Island Trails is offering a Volunteer Trail Crew Training Program this spring, designed to help build thenext generation of trail stewards across Prince Edward Island.The first training session will take place May 2, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Strathgartney Trail,offering participants an introduction to the skills and knowledge needed to safely support …
Feed the Body, Feed the Soul This spring, Island Trails is launching a brand-new community initiative rooted in a simple idea: when we care for our bodies and our spirits, we strengthen our communities. Hike for the Food Bank: Feed the Body, Feed the Soul will run throughout the month of May, inviting Islanders to …
Ready to trade screen time for tree time? We’re thrilled to invite you to the 2025 Triple Trail Trek—a full day of fall hiking where you’ll take on three beautiful Island trails at your own pace. It’s not a race; it’s a rolling leaf-peep with friends, family, and fellow hikers who know a perfect October …
Island Trails is proud to introduce the first-ever recipient of the Island Trails Scholarship: Anna Doran, a passionate conservationist from Tyne Valley, PEI, who is currently pursuing her Master’s in Environmental Science at the University of New Brunswick. Anna’s love for nature began early. Growing up in rural PEI, she was always outside—exploring, observing, and …
Clearing a Path, Building a Legacy When the world slowed down during COVID-19, Donna Campbell picked up a weed whacker. With travel and gatherings on hold, Donna and her partner turned their attention to the snowshoe trails behind their home in Forestview, which had been quietly used for over 15 years. “We had just been …
From June 15 to October 31, 2025, Island Trails invites you to take part in the Great Island Trails Scavenger Hunt—a free, family-friendly adventure that encourages Islanders and visitors to get outside, explore PEI’s trails, and uncover the hidden gems along the way.
Shaping Island Trail’s scholarship. Shelly MacKenzie spent much of her childhood surrounded by the forests and trails of rural P.E.I., where she developed a deep appreciation for nature. That love of the outdoors remained with her throughout her life, guiding her personal and professional choices. As time passed, MacKenzie continued to explore P.E.I.’s trails, often …
Charlottetown, P.E.I. — January 28, 2025 This year’s Winter Woodlot Tour was a resounding success, bringing together Islanders to celebrate the natural beauty of Prince Edward Island’s trails and forests. Held on January 25 at 992 Rustico Road, Miltonvale Park, the event showcased the dedication of Island Trails and other environmental groups to preserving the …
The Island Trails Challenge aimed to encourage Islanders to explore and experience all 12 Island Trails before October 31. Often, we find ourselves repeatedly visiting the same trails, so our goal was to inspire everyone to discover more of the fantastic trails that Prince Edward Island has to offer. Plus, it was a great way …
Background on Island Trails Prince Edward Island Trails, Inc. (Island Trails) was established in 1994. The development of the woodland hiking trails component began in about 2003. Serious planning began for that trail in 2005, and permits, funding, and construction took place over 2008 to 2009. Six woodland trails (Black Marsh, Winter River, Gairloch Road, …
Excellent news shared today as the province has released a comprehensive report stating that the Confederation trail will remain exclusively a non motorized trail!!!! A comprehensive review completed this past fall included 5744 completed online surveys, 174 written email submissions and 753 participants across four community workshops. The report can be viewed here. Further recommendations …
Island Trials held their AGM this past Tuesday at the Canadian Climate Care Center for Climate Change in St Peters. Stephanie Arnold was an incredible guest speaker and shared a powerful talk on Climate Change. Island Trails would also like to officially welcome Nathan Trainor, Stephen Donaldson and Aleida Tweten as new board members! Thank …
