A mom and daughter jump for joy as they reach the white sand Crescent Beach on a sunny summer day in Lockeport, near Shelburne on Nova Scotia's South Shore

Beaches

Build sandcastles, fly kites, beachcomb for shells and seaglass, take a surf lesson, play in the waves, or just walk barefoot in the sand. Unwind with the rolling waves and breathe in the salty air as you stroll along or simply relax with a good book on Nova Scotia’s long stretches of sandy and cobblestone beaches.

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Kidston Island Beach & Ferry

From July 1 to August 31

Cape Breton Island, Baddeck

Read More The Google rating is 4.6
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Lido Pool

From June 29 to August 30

South Shore, Chester

Read More The Google rating is 4.7
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Crescent Beach – Lockeport

Open year-round

South Shore, Lockeport

Read More The Google rating is 4.7
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Roseway Beach

Open year-round

South Shore, Shelburne

Read More The Google rating is 4.8
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Halifax Common Pool

From June 15 to September 15

Halifax Metro, Halifax

Read More The Google rating is 4.4
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The Hawk Beach

Open year-round

South Shore, Cape Sable Island

Read More The Google rating is 4.7
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Victoria Park

Open year-round

Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley, Truro

Read More The Google rating is 4.8
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Pomquet Beach Provincial Park

From May 17 to October 14

Northumberland Shore, Monks Head

Read More The Google rating is 4.6
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Sand Hills Beach Provincial Park

From May 17 to October 14

South Shore, Villagedale

Read More The Google rating is 4.5
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Martinique Beach Provincial Park

From May 17 to October 14

Eastern Shore, East Petpeswick

Read More The Google rating is 4.8
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Powells Point Provincial Park

From May 17 to October 14

Northumberland Shore, Little Harbour (New Glasgow area)

Read More The Google rating is 4.6
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Mavillette Beach Provincial Park

From May 17 to October 14

Yarmouth & Acadian Shores, Mavillette

Read More The Google rating is 4.8

Featured Beaches & Activities

Melmerby Beach Provincial Park

Popular 2km (1.25 mi) wide sandy beach
Known for warm waters averaging 19° C (66° F) during summer months
Supervised during July and August with boardwalk to beach

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Sandcastle at Clam Harbor Sandcastle Competition

Clam Harbour Beach Provincial Park

Clam Harbour Beach Provincial Park is a long sandy beach with a warm tidal flow that makes it a favourite beach destination for families.
Lifeguards on duty on weekends during the summer months
Each summer in mid-August the popular Clam Harbour Beach Sandcastle Competition takes place on the beach.

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Summerville Beach Provincial Park

1km (0.5 mi) of soft, white sand
Boardwalk across salt marsh leads to beach
Oceanside accommodations nearby

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Martinique Beach Provincial Park

Nova Scotia’s longest white sand beach, stretching for 5 km (3 mi)
Search for beach glass and sand dollars as you stroll the shore
Protected area for the endangered Piping Plover

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Inverness Beach

A popular beach known for having some of the warmest ocean waters in the province
Lifeguarded area is fully wheelchair accessible with mobility mats, sand and swim chairs
Stroll the boardwalk and watch as golfers play nearby at Cabot Links

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