Enjoy a leisurely morning in Charlottetown before heading east to Wood Island where you will take the 75-min ferry crossing to Caribou in Nova Scotia. On the way, take a slight detour to visit Point Prim to see the province’s oldest lighthouse and get close to the famous red sands for which PEI is so well known.
Briefly cross into New Brunswick as you make your way to the Confederation Bridge. At 12.9 kilometre, it is the world’s longest bridge crossing ice-covered water. There is a turn off just before you cross that gives you access to a lookout with a spectacular view of the bridge.
Soak up the views in scenic Mahone Bay where it is possible to take a boat ride or paddle the waters in a kayak. The picturesque villages and towns along the shore are a joy to explore, with quaint shops, excellent dining and welcoming locals.
Kirkland Lake owes its very existence to the hard work of the countless miners who have worked in this community since the discovery of gold here in 1911. To honor these miners, both past and present, who have dedicated their lives to the mining industry, a Miners' Memorial was erected on the former property of Sir Harry Oakes in 1994.
The Porcupine Miners Memorial was erected in 2008 to honor the memory of 594 miners who lost their lives throughout the region's history. The statue portrays a mother and two children as a symbol of the families who carry forward the legacy of their departed loved ones.
At a height of 20 feet, Guy-Paul Treefall stands tall with an axe by his side. He is also known as "The Storyteller" or "Le Raconteur" in French. This massive lumberjack sculpture attracts tourists to the small paper mill town. Along with a new Artisan and Craft Display and Information Center, designed in the style of a log cabin, the lumberjack serves as a reminder of Iroquois Falls' forestry history, which is the reason behind the town's creation. The sculpture was crafted by artist Denys Heppell from Saint-Jean-Port-Joli, Quebec.
Terrace-based metal artist Steve Rogers created this incredible, five-foot tall, steel public art piece depicting a Western Toad. The giant steel sculpture is located on the the south end of Ferry Island - you can find it by walking the western trails or drive down the access road to the south parking area to walk a short distance to the statue.
While you are walking the trails of Ferry Island, keep your eyes peeled for faces and forest creatures carved into the rugged bark of the island's Cottonwood trees. See how many you can find!
Carved by local artist JJ Jung, this huge wood carving shows an eagle in a nest with her young. Nestled along the stunning Howe Creek walking trail - this is an easy walking trail for all abilities. Along the way you'll discover this art installation and a wooden bench with a giant carved mushrooom too.
Burgers and fries, shakes and hot dogs steeped in tradition. For decades it's been a must for families heading north up Highway 11—you've got to stop at Webers. Enough people make the stop again on the way home that they built a footbridge over the highway to access it from the southside parking lot. Expect long lines but watch how fast they move—legend has it that the grill man flips up to 800 patties an hour!