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Bobg43 · 02-10-2011, 06:39 AM

We are planning a trip to PEI this August and are planning to book a site at Vacationland Campground in Barkley Beach. Our only issue is that we would like to do a day trip to Halifax and it looks like it would be a 3-4 hour one way trip which is too far for us. Does anyone know of a campground that would be closer to Halifax? We looked at a few in Five Island, but, they seem to cater to families with young kids, which is not us.

Thanks

FC Ontario · 02-10-2011, 08:19 AM

If you were to take the ferry from Woods Island, after you land in Nova Scotia it would be about a 2 hour drive to Halifax. If you pick a campground close tot he ferry and get an early morning crossing it would help a lot.
JM2CW

ShannyFE · 02-10-2011, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Bobg43

We are planning a trip to PEI this August and are planning to book a site at Vacationland Campground in Barkley Beach. Our only issue is that we would like to do a day trip to Halifax and it looks like it would be a 3-4 hour one way trip which is too far for us. Does anyone know of a campground that would be closer to Halifax? We looked at a few in Five Island, but, they seem to cater to families with young kids, which is not us.

Thanks

I live in PEI and for starters is there a reason to book Vacationland. Also where are you comming from. The reason i ask is it may be better to come onto the island across the Confederation bridge book a site toward the East end of the island and leave by ferry which would save you about a 100km and get you to Halifax in a hour and a half or so. If there is anything i can offer just let me know.

Cheers for now

Frank

Bobg43 · 02-10-2011, 08:41 AM

Hi Frank,

Thanks for getting back to me. We would be coming from Portland, ME. I picked Vactionland based on reviews and that it is close to the water. If there is a campground close to the bridge that you would recommend, I will follow up.

ShannyFE · 02-10-2011, 09:05 AM

If you are comming from that direction then you will come through New Brunswick therefore the bridge is your nearest entry point plus a nice featue to see as you cross. How long do you expect to stay on the island? There are some nice Provincial campgrounds on the east end and are only a few miles from the Northumberland ferry that crosses to Nova Scotia. lord Selkirk and Northumberland Provincial campgrounds are both good. If you plan to stay for a few days then your good almost anywhere as the island is not all that large.

"007" · 02-11-2011, 02:42 PM

Here is one near Halifax clean park.

DC Cruiser · 07-17-2011, 09:07 PM

How much does it cost to take the ferry across with a motorhome. In BC it takes almost a kings ransom to get across to Van island with your MH.

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ShannyFE · 07-18-2011, 03:06 AM

There is no cost to enter PEI either by the bridge or the ferry. You only pay when leaving. The bridge accross to New Brunswick is by axel so if your not towing then about 47.50 I beleive for the bridge and 60.00 something for the ferry. Not too bad if towing I would think you will double that. I'll check into it exact and let you know

Cheers for now

Frank

DC Cruiser · 07-18-2011, 11:07 PM

Wow thats cheap compared to what BC Ferries wants. Just goes to show that its true what BC stands for. (Bring Cash). LOL
Thanks for the info. We are really looking forward to this trip and being on the road again.

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ShannyFE · 07-19-2011, 07:39 AM

No problem, I assume you are traveling across Canada. Sounds like it could be a very enjoyable trip. I would loke tp do the same. My daughter is being transfered from Calgary to Halifax in September and I am thinking of looking for a used Class A and do the trip also. We'll just tow her vehicle.

Airtool · 07-19-2011, 08:21 AM

Dawson Creek! Been lucky enough to be there an across the Federation Bridge.
No fee going to PEI they charge for the trip back off the Island.

Dick

DC Cruiser · 07-20-2011, 12:17 AM

Thanks again guys. Yes we are travelling across Canada and sure wish the price of diesel would drop a bit before we go. LOL. Might have to drop into the states through the Great Lake region just to save some money but would like to see northern Ont again so will have to see.

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pdq_bc · 07-20-2011, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by DC Cruiser

....In BC it takes almost a kings ransom to get across to Van island with your MH....

LOL - to take our motorhome and toad: it is a minimum of a kings ranson - and that is one way!!

crossing over & back to PEI sounds like a great bargain
we plan one being there next summer

pdq

DC Cruiser · 07-21-2011, 10:03 AM

Yeh its like they are trying to scare people away from visiting Van Isle rather then making it affordable. More tourists means more money spent at local businesses. We were planning on going to visit some friends there this summer but with the price of diesel on top of the $600 round trip we said no thanks.

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