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Lawrencetown Beach Provincial Park at sunrise in East Lawrencetown, Nova Scotia.

East Lawrencetown

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Drive less than 45 minutes outside of Downtown Halifax to reach East Lawrencetown. Nestled along the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, this area has become known as a winter surfing hot spot in North America. Have no fear though, the beaches here offer up surf conditions fit for experts and amateurs, alike, year-round. You’ll also discover coastal trails for walking and cycling and that perfect spot on the sand for your Eastern Shore beach day.

Don’t Miss Activities in East Lawrencetown & Area

East Coast Surf School

  • Surf lessons at Lawrencetown Beach Provincial Park, inclusive of lesson, wetsuit, and board.
  • Located just 30 minutes from Downtown Halifax
  • Private lessons available
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Atlantic View Trail

  • Multi-use former rail bed for walking, hiking, biking, cross country skiing and snowshoeing, and part of The Great Trail.
  • 10km in length with trailhead at Lawrencetown Beach Provincial Park
  • Washrooms, picnic shelters and parking lot available at Lawrencetown Beach
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Lawrencetown Beach Provincial Park

  • Sand and cobble beach known for its surf
  • Surf lessons, boardwalk, change houses, showers, and flush toilets available onsite. Surf and kitesurfing rentals nearby.
  • Supervised swimming areas in July and August
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A bald eagle flying in the sky

Hope for Wildlife

  • Located in Seaforth, 8 km from Lawrencetown Beach Provincial Park, Hope for Wildlife is a rehabilitation facility for injured and orphaned wildlife.
  • Visitors can visit the Learning Centre and Wildlife Gardens to meet education ambassadors, such as Gretel the pine marten, to learn about Nova Scotia’s wildlife.
  • Please check website for events and visitation times.
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