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County FAQs

We’ve compiled the answers to FAQs (frequently asked questions) about travelling to The County. If you don’t find the answer you’re looking for, feel free to reach out through our contact page.

Is it safe to travel to Prince Edward County during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Please visit our COVID-19 information page for up-to-date information about traveling during the COVID-19 pandemic.ย 

I’m looking for last minute accommodations! Can you help?

Accommodations tend to book up fast for the summer season, and many require a minimum of two nights when booking. So the key is to give yourself plenty of time to plan. If you can delay travel, try visiting mid-week or during the spring, fall or winter seasons. You’ll find it a little easier to reserve your dream holiday digs. We don’t make bookings. But for last minute options, try online platforms, Sandbanks Vacations & Tours or County Holiday Homes, two agencies that manage short-term rentals.

I just want to stay one night. Any tips for places that accept one-night bookings?

A one-night rental is rare in the summer season. The key is to give yourself plenty of time to plan. If you can delay travel, try visiting mid-week or during the spring, fall or winter seasons, you’ll find it a little easier to find a place that accepts single-night stays. Try online booking platforms, Sandbanks Vacations & Tours or County Holiday Homes, two agencies that manage short-term rentals.

I want to book a tour. Can you help?

An exhaustive list of taxis, vans, limos and more can be found on our Tours blog. Remember that The Countyโ€™s wine, beer, spirits and cider are about tasting the terroir โ€“ not getting tanked. Refuel with plenty of water throughout the day, indulge in the wide variety of local eateries, and donโ€™t feel badly about not drinking the whole tasting flight โ€“ thatโ€™s what theย spittoonย is for. Andย neverย drink and drive.

Where can I park to use the Millennium Trail?

In Hillier, there is limited trail parking at the entrance point at Station Road. In Wellington, leave your vehicle at the gravel parking lot next to the Wellington & District Community Centre. The Trail is located just south of the Community Centre.

In Bloomfield, leave your vehicle in the parking lot at the former Pinecrest School at 27 Corey St. In Picton, you’ll find a free municipal parking lot on Mary St. at Elizabeth St. (behind the Bean Counter Cafe). From there, it’s a small hop to the Trail entrance by the LCBO/Agrarian Market.

Read more about The Millennium Trail, a 46-km linear park, or consult this Google Map for trail details.

Where can I park my RV for the night?

Find options for RVs, trailers or camping on our campgrounds page. Please note that it is not legal to stay overnight on any municipal property or parking lot and it’s not permitted to camp (whether in a tent, RV, trailer or vehicle) at any Quinte Conservation areas in Prince Edward County. Please ensure that you are parking or camping in a properly zoned campsite: private land rental for camping is not permitted (i.e. farm fields, private forests, lawns etc.) In Summer 2021, there will be additional bylaw enforcement resources put in place to monitor illegal parking and illegal camping. The County of Prince Edward has also put new penalties in place. Illegal camping is punishable by a $500 fine.

I got a parking ticket. How do I pay?

For more information about parking tickets, visit our Parking Ticket info page. Please note that parking tickets must be paid or appealed, regardless of where your license plate is registered.

I need to charge my electric vehicle – where can I?

We recommend checking out PlugShare to find local charging stations available throughout The County. The charging station in the municipal parking lot at 55 King Street is currently out of order and we are actively working on a solution.ย 

How do I know if the beaches are at capacity?

Avoid the anxiety by booking your Provincial Park day-use permit in advance. This can be done up to five days before your trip. Each Provincial Park and Conservation Area posts their alerts and notices on their Twitter feeds. You do not have to have a Twitter account to view:

  • Sandbanks Provincial Park – @sandbankspp
  • North Beach Provincial Park – @northbeachpp
  • Wellington Rotary Beach (The County) – @shire_hall
  • Little Bluff Conservation Area – @quinteca

Tune into 99.3 County FM for their beach reports, 8 times/day during the peak summer season.

We got turned away from Sandbanks because it was full. Now what?

We have lots of ideas. Find nine things to do away from the beach here. (En francais ici.)

Still want to get on the water? Here are some ideas for fishing, charters, splashpads and more.

I gotta pee! Where can I go?

Check our map of public toilets. There, you’ll find info on washroom facilities and port-a-potties (which are typically available from early spring to Thanksgiving). Please do not answer the call of nature by “going” on nature.

I want to bring my dog. Is Fido welcome?

There are lots of dog-friendly wineries, patios and options in Prince Edward County – you’ll even find a few places to take your dog for a dip. Take a read of our pooch-friendly blog and be sure sure to travel with a water bowl and a few treats!

I want to have a campfire – can I?

If you are camping at Sandbanks Provincial Park or another properly zoned campground you are welcome to have a campfire at the designated fire pit area on your campsite as long as there is no burn ban in effect. You can check whether there is an ongoing burn ban by visiting thecounty.ca and checking the alert near the top of the page. The burn ban status also applies to campfires in a fire pit or outdoor fireplace/chiminea at rented accommodations and in addition you must call 1.833.376.1011 to activate the burn permit supplied by your host before starting your campfire. The burn permit must be activated any time you start a fire and a single activation does not apply to your whole stay. Please note that it is not legal to have a campfire on any municipal property or at any Quinte Conservation Areas in Prince Edward County, and it is against the law to have an outdoor fire without an activated Burn Permit in Prince Edward County.ย 

Have an idea for our FAQs page? Feel free to send FAQs through our contact page.

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And by that we don't just mean making a reservation! While reservations are definitely recommended wherever possible, it's also very true that many restaurants in The County operate on a first-come, first-served basis. This can sometimes be inconvenient, but it's always worth it, if these delightfully crispy fried chicken tacos from @BermudaPEC are any indication... ๐Ÿคคโ 
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You just have to (say it with us) Plan In Advance! Here are some of our top tips for navigating first-come, first-served dining in The County: โ 
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๐Ÿ’ป Research, research, research! Browse VisitPEC.ca to find restaurants you're interested in. If they don't take reservations, research more and have some back-ups in mind nearby - just in case. โ 
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๐Ÿ•” Plan to arrive at your desired spot 30-45 mins before you want to eat. The wait is harder when you're hungry, so if you come with enough energy to have a little stroll around the area while you wait for your name to come to the top of the list, you'll be perfectly happy come dinnertime. โ 
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๐Ÿ”€ Switch things up during your visit and think about modifying your mealtimes to eat during off-peak hours. Brunch is all the rage, but why not make it a "lupper"? And sometimes after a long day, a later dinner hits the spot. Just be sure to confirm hours of operation before working this tactic into your plan! โ 
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Note: spots that do take reservations almost always allow for some walk-ins. These tips apply in this situation as well. โ 
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Image description: Three fried chicken tacos sit on a colourful, floral-rimmed plate. The fried chicken is on flour tortillas and topped with Red Curry Peanut Mole, Cucumber, Tiger Salad, Spicy Peanut and slices of Jalepeno. โ 
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๐ŸŒž Celebrate in The County ๐ŸŒžโ  โ  Summer ce ๐ŸŒž Celebrate in The County ๐ŸŒžโ 
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Summer celebrations are in full swing in The County with the PECelebrates Festival, a celebration of community, cultures, and Canada in Prince Edward County. Residents and visitors alike are invited to reconnect with community through festive events and activities. The festival will take place from June 24 to July 1, 2022 and consists of a wide array of events and activities taking place throughout the community. You can learn more about the PECelebrates Festival at our latest blog (link in bio) ๐Ÿ‘†โ 
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Marquee events include: โ 
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๐ŸŽ™ Revel: Celebrating Diversity in PECโ 
Revel is a celebration put on by @TheCountyMuseums and will take place on Saturday, June 25 from noon to 9 pm at Macaulay Heritage Park. This free event celebrates Indigenous Peoples Day, Indigenous History Month, and Multiculturalism Day with music, food, art, and community partnerships.โ 
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๐Ÿ’ƒ The Wellington Street Danceโ 
The Wellington Street Dance is a long-standing County tradition, and it returns to Main Street Wellington this year on the evening of June 30. Swing by to enjoy live music, food vendors, and more. โ 
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๐Ÿ Canada Day at the Picton Fairgroundsโ 
Enjoy Canada Day festivities at the Picton Fairgrounds from 12-4 PM, which will be brought to life with active play activities for kids, balloon-twisting, airbrush tattooing, inflatable amusements, musical performances, and more! There will be plenty of activities on offer from community partners such as The Baxter Arts Centre, Come Alive Outside, 99.3 County FM, and the Picton Recreation Committee.โ 
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Learn more about PECelebrates at the link in our bio ๐Ÿ‘†โ 
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Image description: Crystal Palace at the Picton Fairgrounds under a blue sky in summer. Overlaid atop the image there is a white banner that reads: "Revel in The County with the PECelebrates Festival." โ 
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๐Ÿ–ผ Art in the County ๐Ÿ–ผโ  โ  The 29th Annual ๐Ÿ–ผ Art in the County ๐Ÿ–ผโ 
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The 29th Annual @ArtInTheCounty Juried Exhibition and Sale kicks off tomorrow, and for the first time since 2019 visitors will be welcomes to view the artworks in person. Here's the details: โ 
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๐Ÿ“… June 17 - July 4โ 
โŒš 10AM - 6PM (with the exception of 5PM on Sundays and 2PM on July 4) โ 
๐Ÿ“ The Bunker within The Armoury, in Picton, ON (Lower Level) โ 
๐Ÿ’ฒ $3 for adults, free for children under 12โ 
๐Ÿ˜ท Mask-wearing encouraged โ 
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Not able to attend in person? You can also view the exhibition online at artinthecounty.com โ 
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Craving more? Be sure to check out the Art in the County Jurors' Show featuring the works of Gordon Shadrach, Felicity Somerset, and Debra Vincent -this year's AITC jurors - at @2GalleryPEC. Happening now through July 4. โ 
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For County art all year-round, be sure to check out @pecartstrail and @pecstudiotour, and head to VisitPEC.ca/do/arts to discover even more. โ 
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๐Ÿ“ท Image by Janna Smith for @ArtInTheCountyโ 
Image description: Sculptures selected as part of Art in the County's juried show stand on plinths in the foreground, while paintings - both framed and on canvas - are visible hanging on the wall in the background.โ 
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๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ Stretch it Out ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ Want t ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ Stretch it Out ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ  Want to set the tone for a relaxing visit? Why not book a gentle, outdoor yoga class (farm life optional) to get your body moving and soak in some rays before a busy day of exploring. Here are just some of the regular classes you can find throughout the summer (for more details and to register in advance, head to VisitPEC.ca/events):  ๐Ÿฆช Yoga in the Backyard at @sandandpearlpec takes place on Fridays and Saturdays at 10 AM throughout August. You can also join them for their 5th Annual Full Moon Yogafest, August 12-14 2022.  ๐Ÿ Goat Yoga with @yogawithmikenze takes place every Saturday & Sunday through October 31 at 10 AM at @healwithhorsespec. You'll also have the chance to connect with pigs, piglets, cats, dogs, horses, a miniature donkey, and other farm life.  ๐Ÿ‡ Yoga in the (Vine)yard at @karloestates with Serendipity Yoga takes place every Saturday and Sunday at 11 AM by their infamous drystone bridge. Be sure to stick around to enjoy a glass of vegan wine and a picnic box.  Indoor yoga more your speed? Be sure to follow @serendipity_yoga_pec for their in-person and online class schedules.  ๐Ÿฆ™ Alpaca Yoga at @shedchetwynfarms is happening at 10 AM on 5 special Saturdays this summer: July 9 & 23, August 6 & 20, and September 3.  If you're looking for an alpaca experience with a little less intensity than yoga, sign up for an Alpaca Encounter Wellness Session at SHED, taking place on select dates throughout the summer.  ๐Ÿ’œ Lavender Yoga with Angela at @millefleurs.ca is happening every Sunday through August 28th at 9 AM. In August when the Lavender has been harvested the session will take place near the Dahlia and Sunflower gardens.  For more information about these events, be sure to check out our event listings on VisitPEC.ca. Link in bio. ๐Ÿ‘†  Image description: Participants at Yoga in the Backyard stand in Warrior II pose on yoga mats on a platform behind Sand and Pearl, a fish shack and oyster bar in PEC on a sunny, blue-sky day in summer.  Image by @sandandpearlpec  #PrinceEdwardCounty #PEC #CountyUp #DiscoverON #VisitTheCounty #SouthEasternOntario #TheCounty #BayOfQuinte #DiscoverOntario #Picton #SandbanksPP #VisitPEC
๐Ÿด Equine Soul Session ๐ŸŒณโ  โ  Enjoy a morni ๐Ÿด Equine Soul Session ๐ŸŒณโ 
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Enjoy a morning at @healwithhorsespec sharing deep connections through guided equine encounters with our hooved, whispering friends who are known for tapping into human emotion in a big way. Take a walk in quiet woods and cap things off with local food around a campfire. Leave feeling rested, connected, and ready to explore The County.โ 
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If that sounds like a perfect outing for you, book your Equine Soul Session today or head to VisitPEC.ca/experience-the-county/ (links in bio) to explore other special County experiences designed to help you immerse yourself in our local art, agriculture, nature, and history.โ 
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๐Ÿ› Reserve Your Stay ๐Ÿ›โ  โ  Thinking of pla ๐Ÿ› Reserve Your Stay ๐Ÿ›โ 
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Thinking of planning a last-minute trip to The County?โ 
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โ Before you do, remember that last-minute availability is rare in The County. So don't add a trip to your calendar, book a tour, or make adinner reservation, without getting your hotel, motel, b&b, inn, campsite, vacation rental, or cottage squared away first. โ 
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And when you stay, stay for a while! There's too much to see and do in a day, so plan to stay for two nights at the very least (you'll notice most accommodators have two-night minimums anyhow). โ 
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At this time of year, you'll find many accommodations are fully booked until the Fall already. But here's an insider tip: Autumn is an exceptional time to visit The County! โ 
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๐Ÿ“ธ of @everlyinn, a boutique bed & breakfast with sustainability at the heart of its design. โ 
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Image description: Photo of one of Everly Inn's rooms, showcasing the view from a bed with white linens of an impressive wall of windows beneath a peaked roof. Text on image reads "reserve your stay."โ 
๐ŸฆHistory Takes Flight ๐Ÿฆโ  โ  Want to learn ๐ŸฆHistory Takes Flight ๐Ÿฆโ 
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Want to learn about County history while enjoying a walk in nature and taking in a quirky and beloved community art project? โ 
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We have just the thing! โ 
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History Takes Flight: A Walking Tour of Macaulay Heritage Park and Birdhouse City is a completely free, self-guided walking tour put together by our friends @TheCountyMuseums, @Birdhouse_CityPEC and @QuinteConservation. โ 
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Check out the link in our bio to find the History Takes Flight blog that accompanies this walking tour or download the free GooseChase app and enter code 5L71PL to play the game we developed based on this tour. โ 
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๐Ÿ“ท by @miniaturespencer โ (Shared with permission #YesVisitPEC)โ 
๐Ÿ“ Birdhouse City โ 
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Image description: A birdhouse replica of the Macaulay House museum perched on its pole on a sunny day with trees in the background.โ 
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๐Ÿ Bees & Blooms ๐ŸŒปโ  โ  Slow down, stop and ๐Ÿ Bees & Blooms ๐ŸŒปโ 
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Slow down, stop and explore at an off-grid homestead with beekeeper Elis @curiousgoatgeneralstore. Deepen your connection with plants, pollinators, and your food, and make a balm to take home! The Bees and Blooms Adventure is kid-friendly and is perfect for private groups.! It features a snack of locally made bread and cheese, garden iced mint tea, and of course a honey tasting, or you can add on a field picnic for the full bees & "brunch" experience. โ 
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If that sounds like a perfect outing for you, book your Bees & Blooms experience today or head to VisitPEC.ca/experience-the-county/ (links in bio) to explore other special County experiences designed to help you immerse yourself in our local art, agriculture, nature, and history.โ 
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Video by OneLook Productions.โ 
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