Get some sun this weekend!! Here's the low-down on the best beaches in Canada 🏖️
You don’t need your passport to feel the warm sand between your toes and the salt water in your hair. With summer fast approaching, we’ve rounded up the best beaches in Canada to spend a lazy day in the sun. Whether you’re looking for a secluded lakeside retreat in the depths of the forest or a surfer’s paradise with white sand and killer waves, we’ve got you covered.
Wreck Beach The low-down: If you’re looking for a cheeky beach experience, head over to the largest nudist beach in North America—just 15 minutes from downtown Vancouver. Best Beaches in Alberta Herbert Lake The low-down: With the jagged Rockies reflecting onto the glassy lake, you might have to pinch yourself when you take in this beautiful view. Try to get there by sunrise for the most breathtaking photos.
Sylvan Lake The low-down: Halfway between Edmonton and Calgary, this beloved beach is a popular spot for city dwellers looking to get their lakeside fix. What to do: Take a walk in the wilderness on the 2.5 km trail along the lake, or if you’re feeling brave, plunge into the glacial water for an instant cool down on a hot day.Best Beaches in Saskatchewan Minowukaw Beach The low-down: This woodland beach is located on the eastern part of Candle Lake Provincial Park—the shore is scattered with twigs and backed by a lush forest where you can truly be one with nature.
Good Spirit Lake The low-down: Known for its warm, calm waters and endless amenities, this beach has no shortage of wildlife—keep your eye out for furry friends like foxes and rabbits peaking out of the forest. Best Beaches in Manitoba Grand Beach The low-down: One of Manitoba’s most popular beaches, this busy spot is a sea of colourful beach umbrellas and towels during the peak season.
Winnipeg Beach The low-down: Just 45 minutes north of Winnipeg, this sparkling lake is steps away from the town’s shops, restos, golf courses and picturesque marina—you’ll never run out of things to do in this charming beach town. Clearwater Lake The low-down: This crystal-clear turquoise lake truly lives up to its name—from the surface, you can see 35 feet deep into the water.
Indian Head Cove Beach The low-down: The beach’s rocky coastline and the blue-green water of the Bruce Peninsula make this spot a truly rustic Canadian treasure. Best Beaches in Quebec Havre-Aubert Beach The low-down: One of the most famous beaches on Île de Havre Aubert, this spot has stretches of golden sand perfect for a seaside stroll. Plus it’s not far from the heart of the quaint Acadian town that is dotted with lighthouses and jewel-coloured buildings.
Penouille Beach The low-down: This sandy beach is located near the Fort Peninsula, a fortification that was built in WWII. What to do: Get a birds-eye-view of the ocean and surrounding cliffs on the lookout point or take part in the annual Beach Ultimate Frisbee Tournament on July 8, 2017.Find it: 107 Pennys Rd, Salmon Cove, newfoundloundandlabrador.com
What to do: At sunset, warm up by a campfire on the rocky shore or try your hand at capelin fishing—hundreds of little silver fish roll up on the Newfoundland shores in the summer.Find it: Off of Route 30, Middle Cove, Logy Bay newfoundlandandlabrador.com What to do: Hike up the 2.5 km Bottle Cove Hiking Trail and take in the stunning view of the Gulf of St. Lawrence or stop at a local restaurant in town for the catch of the day.Find it: Off of Route 450, Lark Harbour, newfoundlandandlabrador.com
What to do: Check out the beach volleyball competitions in June and August or head over to the beach restaurant for cocktails and killer seafood after a day in the sun.Find it: 45 Parlee Beach Rd, Pointe-du-Chêne, tourismnewbrunswick.ca What to do: Take a guided tour at the Irving Eco-Centre and learn about the preservation of the dunes and salt marshes along the coastline.Find it: 1932 Route 475, Saint-Édouard-de-Kent, tourismnewbrunswick.ca
What to do: Take a scenic stroll on the boardwalk of the Greenwich Dunes Trail which cuts through grassy marshes, travels over pools of water and leads you to the final destination: the sand and the sea.Find it: 59 Wild Rose Rd, Off of Route 313, welcomepei.com What to do: Take part in the popular bridge jumping into The Run, cool down at The Scoops with an ice cream and a summer bevvie, or head over to the Fisheries Museum for a historical lesson of the town’s fishing industry .Find it: 318 Basin Head Rd, Souris, basinhead.com
What to do: Paddle along the coast on a colourful kayak and or go for a road trip to the town of Kensington, just a 15-minute drive from the beach where you can explore the local shops and restos.Find it: 449 King St, Rte 20, Malpeque, tourismpei.com
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