The Best Places to Enjoy PEC’s Stunning Sunsets
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The Best Places to Enjoy PEC’s Stunning Sunsets
Big Skies, Quiet Moments, and Golden Hour Views
The County has a way of slowing time in the best possible way. Maybe it’s the soft light across the lake or the way the sky shifts through layers of pink, orange, and gold. Either way, if you’re spending time in Prince Edward County, you’ll want to pause and take in at least one good sunset—ideally more.
There’s no shortage of places to soak in the last light of the day, and each one brings its own kind of magic. From open beach views to quiet harbours and even your own private deck, here are some of the best places to catch a sunset in PEC.
Sandbanks Provincial Park
This one’s a classic for a reason. Sandbanks has long, open beaches and clear skies that make sunset feel endless. Set up a blanket in the sand, take a walk along the dunes, or wade into the shallow water as the sky shifts into gold. You’ll get some of the best horizon views in all of PEC here, with the waves quietly rolling in as the sun dips out of sight.
Picton Harbour
If you’re closer to town, Picton Harbour is a peaceful, accessible spot for a more urban sunset moment. Grab an ice cream or takeout from one of the nearby restaurants and head down to the docks. The reflections off the water are stunning, especially on calm evenings, and the boats bobbing in the bay add a quiet rhythm to the scene.
Hillier Area Vineyards and Scenic Lookouts
The western side of PEC offers a slightly elevated view of the landscape—and if you time it right, a vineyard sunset is hard to beat. Places like Hillier’s wine country give you views of rolling fields and far-off lake glimmers. Add a glass of Pinot and a camera, and you’ve got golden hour at its finest.
Sometimes the best view is the one you don’t have to share. At The Lilac Lakehouse, our expansive waterfront deck gives you a front-row seat to PEC’s famous sunsets—without ever leaving home. You can sit back with a glass of wine, feet up, and no one blocking the view. Watch as the sky slowly shifts, the lake calms, and the day wraps itself up in color.
Sunset Activities to Make the Most of the View
Watching the sunset in PEC isn’t just about standing still—unless you want it to be. Here are a few simple ways to turn golden hour into something extra special:
Go for a paddle: Take a kayak or paddleboard out just before sunset and glide along the water as the sky changes.
Plan a sunset picnic: Bring cheese, crackers, and a bottle of PEC wine to your sunset spot and stay a while.
Try your hand at photography: You don’t need to be a pro—sunset light makes every shot look better.
Cast a line: Sunset fishing on calm waters is peaceful and quiet, with a good chance of a bite.
Bring out the binoculars: Watch for birds heading home as the sky fades—herons, swallows, and ducks are often active just before dusk.
Build a campfire: At the lakehouse, end your sunset session with a cozy fire, marshmallows, and stargazing to follow.
No matter where you watch from, PEC’s sunsets are a reminder to slow down, take a breath, and let the day end gently. It’s not just about the view—it’s about the quiet moments that come with it. And whether you're at a local beach, walking along a dock, or sitting on the deck at The Lilac Lakehouse, it’s a view you’ll want to take with you—even after the trip ends.
Golden skies, soft water, and one perfect view after another. That’s PEC at sunset.