Nova Scotia’s Top Travel Moments of 2024
We're reflecting on some of the most memorable travel moments captured across Nova Scotia in 2024 as the year draws to a close. From sunny beach da...
When the dog days of summer are upon us, there is no better place to be than at a Nova Scotia beach. From lazy days hanging out by the water to an exhilarating surf lesson, we have a beach for you! Whether it’s the Atlantic Ocean, the Bay of Fundy, or the Northumberland Strait, pack your beach bag and head to the coast. Here are a few of our favourites.
Summerville Beach Provincial Park
This wide, white-sand beach on Nova Scotia’s South Shore, located next to the Quarterdeck Beachside Villas and not far from White Point Beach Resort (which is on it’s very own white sand beach), offers all the fixings of a perfect beach day. Swim in the waves, build sandcastles, and soak up the sunshine on the Nova Scotia’s South Shore!
Lawrencetown Beach Provincial Park
Located just 45 minutes from downtown Halifax, this is the beach to be at to learn to surf! Your experienced instructors will set you up with a wet suit, a surfboard and guide you through your lesson. Afterwards, watch the other surfers playing in the waves.
Martinique Beach Provincial Park
This is the longest beach in Nova Scotia! With 5 kilometres of expansive white sand and crystal blue water, it’s perfect for a coastal walk, beachcombing, splashing in the waves, bird watching, and even learning how to surf.
Melmerby Beach Provincial Park
Experience one of Nova Scotia’s most popular warm-water beaches. Spend the day swimming, relaxing on the shore, and strolling the sand flats during low tide. This sandy beach is busy but rarely feels crowded.
Inverness Beach
This picturesque beach in the beachside community of Inverness boasts shallow waters and soft sand, perfect for a day at the beach with the rolling hills of Cape Breton in the background. Afterwards, stroll along the boardwalk, which is situated between the beach and the world-renowned Cabot Links golf course. The first wheelchair accessible beach in Nova Scotia., sand chairs, Mobi water chairs, sand walkers and Mobi mats provide those with mobility challenges safe access to the water here.
Port Maitland Beach Provincial Park
Enjoy supervised swimming on this sand-and-cobble beach during July and August. Take a leisurely stroll along the 1 kilometre long beach and the vast sand flats at low tide. Watch the colourful fishing boats bob at the nearby wharf while you soak up the sunshine.
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