Long Beach, B.C.
It takes some time to get to this stunning Canadian beach (approximately three hours west of Nanaimo), but it's definitely worth the drive. Situated inside the majestic natural splendour of the Pacific Rim National Park, this flat-out beautiful stretch of sand is always in a state of flux due to the constant pounding it receives from mighty Pacific currents. Whether your outdoor adventure of choice is surfing, kayaking, hiking or pure beach-bound relaxation, Long Beach delivers in style.
Lawrencetown, N.S.
Located about 40 minutes east of Halifax, Lawrencetown's frequently foggy weather may not make it the preferred beach for sun worshippers, but for surfers, it's a little slice of heaven. The rough tide and strong currents at this 1.5 kilometre-long strip mark it as one of the top surfing spots in Canada, with swells topping four metres on particularly blustery days.
Basin Head Provincial Park, P.E.I.
A one-hour drive east of Charlottetown, near the town of Souris, the most striking feature of Basin Head is its gorgeous white sand beach. Part of the scenic Points East Coastal Drive touring region, it's one of the most picturesque spots in an already highly photogenic region.
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