Explore Prince Edward County by Water

Dock, Paddle, Cruise

Whether you're arriving by boat or planning a day on the water, here’s everything you need to navigate, launch, and explore.

From peaceful paddles to full-day boating adventures, explore Prince Edward County by kayak, canoe, sailboat, or motorboat. Dock downtown for dinner, cruise between harbours, or set out for some of the best views of The County from the water.

Explore at Your Own Pace

Explore at Your Own Pace

Calm inland waters, winding marshes, and quiet stretches of shoreline make The County ideal for slowing down. Set out by kayak, canoe, or paddleboard and explore at your own pace — from East Lake and West Lake to Lake on the Mountain and the Black River — whether it’s a quick morning paddle or a full day drifting between coves.
Book an Experience

Book an Experience

For a more guided experience, book time on the water with a local captain. From sailing excursions to fishing trips and sunset cruises, these experiences offer a different perspective — one shaped by local knowledge, stories, and time spent out on the lake.
A Different Way to Experience The County

A Different Way to Experience The County

There’s the County you see from the road — and the one you only see from the water. Sail past limestone cliffs, quiet shorelines, and open lake views that shift with the wind. Slow down, learn something new, or simply spend an afternoon drifting between sky and water. For those looking to go deeper, sailing offers a hands-on way to experience the County — not just as a place you visit, but one you move through.
Coming by Boat?

Coming by Boat?

Arriving by water or planning to dock for the day? Prince Edward County is accessible via Lake Ontario and the Bay of Quinte, with marinas and docking options across the region. Plan your route, find a place to tie up, and explore from there.
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Before You Head Out on the Water

Before You Head Out on the Water

The County is beautiful—but it’s real water, not a resort pool. A few quick things to keep in mind: 
Wear a lifejacket (even strong swimmers need one) 
No lifeguards on most beaches—keep an eye on your crew + don’t swim alone 
Check the weather before you go (wind picks up fast) 
Save the alcoholic drinks for the shore
Forgot a lifejacket? No stress—free loaners are available at Sandbanks, North Beach, and local libraries.
Want to brush up? Visit the Lifesaving Society

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We acknowledge that Prince Edward County rests within the ancestral lands and waters stewarded by the Michi Saagiig Nishnaabeg (Mississauga), Huron Wendat, and Haudenosaunee. This is a place shaped by their presence, languages, and care since time immemorial. To acknowledge this land is to recognize our responsibility to live as good relatives with each other, with the earth, and with the generations yet to come.

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