Community: Bayswater

Region: South Shore

Notes: A large white-sand beach with a picnic area overlooking the open ocean. It is also home to a memorial cairn for the Swissair Flight 111.

Community: Beach Meadows

Region: South Shore

Notes: A 1km pristine white sand beach featuring a wheelchair-accessible boardwalk, picnic shelters, and views of the Coffin Island lighthouse.

Community: Cherry Hill

Region: South Shore

Notes: An exposed, rugged beach known for its fine grey sand and consistent surf. It is a protected nature reserve and a critical nesting habitat for the endangered Piping Plover; dogs must be leashed.

Community: Crescent Beach

Region: South Shore

Notes: A unique 2km stretch of white sand beach connecting the mainland to the LaHave Islands. It is famous for being one of the only beaches in the province where motorists can drive on the sand.

Community: East Berlin

Region: South Shore

Notes: A secluded and stony beach popular with surfers for its consistent breaks and birdwatchers for its quiet, natural shoreline.

Community: Fox Point

Region: South Shore

Notes: A small, quiet roadside beach located along the Aspotogan Peninsula, offering calm waters and views of St. Margarets Bay.

Community: Chester

Region: South Shore

Notes: A small, sandy beach located in the heart of Chester. Its sheltered location makes for calm, shallow waters ideal for families and supervised swimming.

Community: Kingsburg

Region: South Shore

Notes: A massive 'living beach' that constantly shifts due to the Atlantic tides. It is a favorite for surfers and serves as the gateway to the stunning Gaff Point hiking trail.

Community: Hubbards

Region: South Shore

Notes: A beautiful, sheltered white-sand beach on St. Margarets Bay. It is a private beach requiring a small admission fee, located adjacent to the famous Shore Club.

Community: East River

Region: South Shore

Notes: A quiet, natural roadside beach located in East River. It offers a mix of sand and stones with a peaceful view of the islands in Mahone Bay.

Community: Mill Cove

Region: South Shore

Notes: A small, rocky roadside beach located along the Aspotogan Peninsula. It offers a quiet spot for a coastal walk and views of the local fishing boats in the cove.

Community: Lower LaHave

Region: South Shore

Notes: A quiet, sandy beach located at the mouth of the LaHave River. It offers beautiful views of the lighthouse at Fort Point and is a popular spot for locals to walk and birdwatch.

Community: Petite Rivière

Region: South Shore

Notes: A well-loved provincial park featuring a white sand beach, a sheltered campground, and a unique boardwalk that winds through an inland salt marsh.

Community: Rose Bay

Region: South Shore

Notes: A hidden gem known for the abundance of sand dollars found at low tide. The water is exceptionally shallow and often much warmer than nearby Atlantic beaches.

Community: Petite Rivière

Region: South Shore

Notes: A small, sheltered sandy beach located near the Petite Rivière bridge. Its calm and shallow waters make it a favorite local spot for families with young children.

Community: Feltzen South

Region: South Shore

Notes: A quiet beach located just outside the entrance to The Ovens Natural Park. It offers a spectacular panoramic view of the Lunenburg harbour and the town's historic waterfront.

Community: Summerville Centre

Region: South Shore

Notes: A stunning 1km stretch of fine white sand backed by dunes and an open salt marsh. It is a popular spot for swimming and is home to the endangered Piping Plover.