Lighthouse field note
East Point Lighthouse
East Point Lighthouse stands at Prince Edward Island's easternmost tip, where the Gulf of St. Lawrence meets the Northumberland Strait — a real navigational hazard point, historically marked by shifting sandbars and converging currents.
- Coastal region
- Points East Coastal Drive, easternmost tip
- Visitor access
- Seasonal tower tours and grounds; check current hours
- Route role
- Eastern turning point of the coastal loop
Lighthouse significance
Where two currents and two coastlines meet
East Point marks the exact spot where Northumberland Strait and Gulf of St. Lawrence waters converge, a real navigational hazard that shaped the lighthouse's original siting. Interpretive panels on-site explain the currents and the light's history for visitors.
Shore context
The Strait side of the island
The point itself is exposed and windy year-round, with open views across both the Gulf and the Strait simultaneously — a rare vantage point on PEI. Sandbars extend from the point and shift with weather, so foot access beyond marked areas is not advised.
Route pairing
Pair it with the Points East Coastal Drive
East Point sits at the turning point of the Points East Coastal Drive, PEI's least-visited touring loop — a natural stop for visitors continuing along the island's quieter eastern shore.
