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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Blomidon Provincial Park

From May 15, 2025 to October 12, 2025

Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley, Blomidon

Read More The Google rating is 4.7
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Northport Beach Provincial Park

From May 17, 2025 to October 14, 2025

Northumberland Shore, Amherst

Read More The Google rating is 4.6
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Kejimkujik National Park Seaside

Open year-round

South Shore, Port Joli

Read More The Google rating is 4.7
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Stoney Island Beach

Open year-round

South Shore, Cape Sable Island

Read More The Google rating is 4.8
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Mickey Hill Provincial Park

Open year-round

Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley, Graywood

Read More The Google rating is 4.6
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West Mabou Beach Provincial Park

From May 17, 2025 to October 14, 2025

Cape Breton Island, Mabou

Read More The Google rating is 4.8
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Clam Harbour Beach Provincial Park

From May 17, 2025 to October 14, 2025

Eastern Shore, Clam Harbour

Read More The Google rating is 4.7
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Lawrencetown Beach Provincial Park

From May 17, 2025 to October 14, 2025

Eastern Shore, East Lawrencetown

Read More The Google rating is 4.7
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Raven Haven Beachside Family Park

Open seasonally (June, July, August, September)

Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley, West Springhill

Read More The Google rating is 4.4
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Battery Provincial Park

From June 6, 2025 to October 20, 2025

Cape Breton Island, St. Peter’s

Read More The Google rating is 4.6
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Rissers Beach Provincial Park

From May 15, 2025 to October 12, 2025

South Shore, Crescent Beach

Read More The Google rating is 4.8
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Fancy Lake Provincial Park

From May 17, 2025 to October 14, 2025

South Shore, Conquerall Mills

Read More The Google rating is 3.9

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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