Tag Archives: Beach

Cherry Hill Beach – Hell Bay, NS

May 17, 2014 The Local Traveler

Cherry Hill Beach is a hidden gem in the truest sense of the word. Nestled in among well-known seaside escapes like Crescent Beach and Rissers Beach and Provincial Park, Cherry Hill is better known to locals than tourists. In fact, it was a local who tipped us off on this beach retreat. The beach is in… Read More

Taylor Head Beach – Spry Bay, NS

May 16, 2014 The Local Traveler

This secluded little beach seemed like such a hidden treasure, we almost didn't want to write about it. But, as it turns out, Taylor Head beach is no secret for many Nova Scotians. Arriving before 10, we had the whole beach to ourselves. And what a beach! A picturesque rocky cove, with fine white sand… Read More

Chocolate Lake Beach – Halifax, NS

July 3, 2011 The Local Traveler

Chocolate Lake, or Chocolate Beach, is a small sand beach located just past the rotary off of the Herring Cove Road. The lake is easy to get to, with a small parking lot that can be entered from Melwood Ave. The #20 and #14 bus will drop you off right in front of the lake… Read More