Quebec to
the Maritimes
After the Prevost factory celebration, the caravan continued east through Atlantic Canada — New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Cape Breton, and Halifax — before crossing back into the US at Houlton, Maine.
The final leg of the 2024 Quebec 100th Anniversary caravan. After the Prevost factory celebration in Sainte-Claire, the caravan headed east into Atlantic Canada for two weeks of coastal driving through some of the most beautiful and least-traveled territory on the continent.
Six nights on Prince Edward Island, four nights on Cape Breton with access to the Cabot Trail, three nights near Halifax, then a final run south to cross back into the United States at Houlton, Maine.
Every stop listed below is a real RV park used by the caravan, with actual addresses, phone numbers, and site-specific notes from the actual trip planning documents.
Route Map
Hover any marker for details — campgrounds, Rick's Picks, and the US border crossing.
Must-Stop Destinations
The Cabot Trail
I'm going to tell you something — the Cabot Trail might be the single most beautiful road I've ever driven. And I've driven a lot of roads. The 298-kilometer loop around northern Cape Breton is cliffs dropping into the Atlantic, highland plateaus covered in wildflowers, tiny Acadian fishing villages painted every color imaginable. The western side along the Gulf of St. Lawrence had Lesley and me pulling over every five minutes to take photos.
Do NOT take your Prevost on the Cabot Trail. I mean it — steep grades, hairpin switchbacks, and sections where two cars barely fit. Leave the coach at Bras d'Or Lakes Campground in Baddeck and drive it in your tow vehicle or rent a car. Give it a full day, pack a lunch, and don't rush. This is a once-in-a-lifetime drive.
Prince Edward Island
PEI is the most relaxing stop on this entire route. Red sand beaches, rolling green farmland, lobster suppers that'll ruin you for every other lobster you've ever had. The whole island feels like someone designed it specifically for people who want to slow down. We stayed six nights and could have stayed six more. Charlottetown's Victoria Row is perfect for an evening stroll — good restaurants, live music, and the kind of small-city charm that's hard to find anymore.
The Confederation Bridge is fine for big coaches — 12.9 km straight across, no drama. They only collect the toll when you leave the island, so getting there is free. Donna at the Cornwall KOA knows her stuff — call ahead and let her know you're bringing a Prevost. And for the love of everything, eat at a community lobster supper. New Glasgow is the famous one but there are several. You won't regret it.
Halifax Waterfront
Halifax surprised us. I wasn't expecting much from a city stop on a coach trip, but the waterfront boardwalk is genuinely world-class — 4 kilometers along the harbor with restaurants, the Maritime Museum, Keith's Brewery, and fishing boats coming and going. The Citadel up on the hill gives you views across the entire harbor. We spent two full days exploring and still didn't see everything.
Leave the coach at Woodhaven RV Park in Hammonds Plains — it's about 25 minutes into the city. Don't even think about bringing your Prevost downtown. The Saturday morning farmers' market on the waterfront is outstanding — get there early. And ask Karrie-Ann at Woodhaven for her restaurant recommendations. She knows every good spot in Halifax.
Quebec to Houlton
The Maritimes extension of the 2024 caravan. Five legs through Atlantic Canada and back across the US border at Houlton, Maine.
Quebec to Fredericton NB
209 miSept 14 · Hartt Island RV Resort, 2475 Woodstock Rd, Fredericton NB
Sept 14 -- 15 (1 night)
Fredericton to Prince Edward Island
267 miSept 15 · Cornwall/Charlottetown KOA, 208 Ferry Rd, Cornwall PE
Sept 15 -- 21 (6 nights)
PEI to Cape Breton NS
212 miSept 21 · Bras d'Or Lakes Campground, 8885 Trans-Canada Hwy, Baddeck NS
Sept 21 -- 25 (4 nights)
Cape Breton to Halifax Area
342 miSept 25 · Woodhaven RV Park, 1757 Hammonds Plains Rd, Hammonds Plains NS
Sept 25 -- 28 (3 nights)
Border Crossing Back to US
342 miSept 28 · Houlton/Canadian Border KOA, 659 North St, Houlton ME 04730
Sept 28 -- 29. Cross back into the US.
Timing, Miles & What to Know
Lesley plans every route — she maps the stops, times the drives, calls ahead to confirm coach accommodations, and knows exactly how to manage the miles so you arrive with daylight and energy to enjoy each destination.
349 miles — into the Maritimes
You're leaving Quebec and entering New Brunswick — the landscape softens, the pace slows, and the people get even friendlier. Mona at Hartt Island RV Resort will make you feel at home. This is a one-night stop to break up the drive to PEI. Stretch your legs along the Saint John River.
209 miles — crossing the Confederation Bridge
The Confederation Bridge is 12.9 km and absolutely fine for big coaches — no issues at all. Toll is only collected when you LEAVE the island, so getting there is free. I booked six nights at the Cornwall KOA because PEI deserves that kind of time. Don't rush it. Eat at a community lobster supper — New Glasgow is famous but there are several. Donna at the KOA knows everyone on the island.
267 miles — heading for the Cabot Trail
Leave PEI with a full tank. Bras d'Or Lakes Campground in Baddeck is your base for the Cabot Trail — four nights gives you time to drive it properly in your tow vehicle plus explore Baddeck town. Book online only, no phone reservations. The campground sits right on the Bras d'Or Lakes and the views alone are worth the stay.
212 miles — the Nova Scotia capital
Three nights at Woodhaven RV Park in Hammonds Plains. Karrie-Ann runs a great park — she'll email confirmation but won't charge your card until check-in. Halifax is about 25 minutes by car. The Saturday farmers' market on the waterfront is a must. From here it's 342 miles to the US border — your last leg in Canada.
342 miles — border crossing home
This is your re-entry into the US. Have your declaration ready — anything you bought in Canada needs to be declared. Up to $800 USD duty-free if you've been gone 48+ hours (you have). The Houlton KOA is right at the border — one last night before you're back on American highways. The reservation may be under a group name, so don't worry if you don't get an email confirmation.
RV Park Directory
Every park below was used by the 2024 caravan. Addresses, phone numbers, and coach-specific notes are from the actual trip planning documents.
Hartt Island RV Resort
2475 Woodstock Rd, Fredericton NB
(506) 462-9400
Lesley's tip: Great base for exploring New Brunswick. Contact: Mona.
Cornwall/Charlottetown KOA
208 Ferry Rd, Cornwall PE
(800) 562-4194
Lesley's tip: Allow 6 nights — PEI is worth the extended stay. Lobster suppers are a must. Contact: Donna.
Bras d'Or Lakes Campground
8885 Trans-Canada Hwy, Baddeck NS
(866) 892-5253
Lesley's tip: 4 nights to do the Cabot Trail properly. Book online — no phone reservations.
Woodhaven RV Park
1757 Hammonds Plains Rd, Hammonds Plains NS
(902) 835-2271
Lesley's tip: You should receive email confirmation but no CC charge until check-in. 342 miles to the border from here. Contact: Karrie-Ann.
Houlton/Canadian Border KOA
659 North St, Houlton ME 04730
(888) 562-9673
Lesley's tip: Last stop before re-entering the US. Reservation may be under group name — you won't receive email or CC charge until check-in.
Border Crossing Tips
This route returns to the US via Houlton, Maine. Large coaches may be directed to secondary inspection at US Customs. Carry your passport and be prepared to declare all purchases made in Canada.
What You CAN Bring Back
- Up to $800 USD in goods duty-free (if gone 48+ hours)
- 1 liter of alcohol per person (duty-free)
- 200 cigarettes and 100 cigars (duty-free)
- Personal items and clothing
- Canadian souvenirs and purchases (declare value)
- Prescription medications in original containers
- Pets with valid rabies vaccination certificate
What You CANNOT Bring Back
- More than $10,000 in currency (without declaring)
- Cuban cigars (prohibited importation into the US)
- Most fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, and dairy
- Plants, seeds, and soil
- Any cannabis products (still federally illegal in the US)
- Fireworks or ammunition purchased in Canada
- Kinder Surprise eggs (banned in the US)