The notebook of Points East Coastal Drive
Walk where the land meets the sea.
Quiet roads, clear beaches and lighthouses connect the small communities of the east of the island.
At your own pace
Identity summary
3 to 6 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Recommended car
Coast · Countryside · Heritage
Variable accessibility
Sweet rhythm
General presentation
Points East Coastal Drive
Quiet roads, clear beaches and lighthouses connect the small communities of the east of the island.
East Point Lighthouse, Basin Head Provincial Park and Souris give the most telling landmarks of East Coastal Drive Points. Together, they form a destination where the coastline, the countryside and the heritage meet, with atmospheres that change over the stages rather than just one uniform decor.
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For a stay of 3 to 6 days, a quiet rhythm works well. Also to be anticipated: variable influx depending on the season. A car is usually the easiest way to connect the different sectors. Accessibility varies from site to site and deserves to be verified step by step.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- East Point Lighthouse
- Basin Head Provincial Park
- Souris
Before you choose
- Variable frequency depending on season
- Parking to anticipate in the center
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
Culture and heritage
East Point Lighthouse
At the eastern tip of the island, East Point Lighthouse overlooks the meeting of currents and winds. Its white and red tower, set beside cliffs and fields, is a clear landmark on the Points East Coastal Drive, with a remote, end-of-the-world feeling in clear weather and mist alike.
Nature and landscape
Basin Head Provincial Park
Basin Head is famous for its white sand that is squeaking under the footsteps, nicknamed the Singing Sands. The beach, long and bright, attracts for swimming and summer games, while the small bridge and channel give the place a seaside village energy rather than a simple postcard decor.
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Souris
Souris Lives around its harbour, its colourful houses and the ferry that departs to the Îles-de-la-Madeleine. The city has a clear look of end of road: fishing, docks, nearby beaches and local shops mix without losing contact with the sea.
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Georgetown
Georgetown It is situated on a quiet peninsula in the east of the island, with heritage streets, a port and views of sheltered waters. The place speaks to travellers who love small sea towns: ancient facades, local theatre, quiet docks and cafes where time seems less rushed.
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