P.E.I. National Park has reached full capacity multiple times this summer. Cavendish beach is shown here in a photo from earlier this season. Photo by Prince Edward Island National Park /FacebookArticle contentParks Canada says P.E.I. National Park has reached maximum capacity on multiple occasions this summer, turning away visitors at the gate when parking lots are full.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentIn a written response to inquiries about reports of people being denied entry at a popular beach, the agency said the 2025 season has been one of the busiest in recent years, with a high volume of people visiting Parks Canada sites across the Island.Article contentArticle contentArticle content“While we don’t have the data at this time to provide specific numbers, we can confirm that the park has reached maximum capacity with parking several times. When this happens, park staff members advise visitors in vehicles who approach the gates of the current conditions,” the email said.Article contentVisitor safety a priorityArticle contentVisitors are then encouraged to either return at a less busy time or explore other nearby areas until the number of visitors goes down. The parks service says this measure is to prioritize visitor safety.Article contentParks Canada says weekends and warm weather are the most likely times for crowding, and that visitor safety is the top priority. The agency also recommends people check for live updates on traffic and surf conditions before heading to the park.Article contentThe agency expects high visitors to continue through the rest of the season and thanked guests for their patience.Article contentArticle contentStay informed: Don’t miss the news you need to know. Sign up for our newsletter today.Article contentArticle contentVivian Ulinwa is a reporter for The Guardian in Prince Edward Island. She can be reached at vulinwa@postmedia.com and followed on X @vivian_ulinwa.Article content
Parks Canada says P.E.I. National Park has hit capacity several times this summer
