Lawrencetown Beach, Nova Scotia
Lawrencetown Beach
Lawrencetown Beach is 1.5km in length, facing south. The beach is characterized by regular surf conditions, fog, and cold water temperature. Patrons at this popular beach include locals, families and surfers. Rip currents and lateral currents are variable in time and location. The beach is frequented by families, surfers and body-boarders.
h i s t o r y
Lawrencetown was one of the original 15 beaches first supervised by the Nova Scotia Lifeguard Service in 1973. It is one of only nine beaches that have been with the NSLS since the program was initiated.
f a c i l i t i e s
Lawrencetown's facilities include:
- canteen
- showers
- flush toilets
- plenty of parking
- boardwalks
s a f e t y a n d c o n d i t i o n s
Lawrencetown can experience exceptionally high surf conditions as a result of tropical storms and hurricanes. Lawrencetown's rough conditions can create many currents and rips which can be dangerous for non-confident or weak swimmers. Distressed rescues during high surf days at Lawrencetown are not uncommon.
Lawrencetown Beach is a provincial park and was one of the first beaches in the province to be supervised by the Nova Scotia Lifeguard Service who have been on duty there since 1973.
The lifeguards supervise a 200 metre area situated close to the lifeguard hut and canteen area. The lifeguards open two lifeguard stations on busier days and incorporate regular walk patrols to keep swimmers away from rips, or higher surf areas like the reef.
Beach conditions are recorded daily by lifeguard staff and can be accessed by calling the Beach Line. You can reach the beach line at 902-429-0635. The line is updated daily in July & August.
Lawrencetown Beach, a south-facing stretch of sand that unfurls for nearly 1.5 km (1 mi), is renowned as a prime destination for local and international surfers. From your first breath-taking view of the beach and the sea as you drive along Route 207 from the hustle and cosmopolitan bustle of downtown Halifax just twenty-five minutes away, you’ll fall under the spell of Lawrencetown.
This beach is a local favourite. Families, couples, hikers, mountain-bikers (loving that great trail system near the beach), and body-boarders share the beach life with the dedicated surf crowd. For nature enthusiasts, Lawrencetown Beach area is home to lots of watchable wildlife. Amenities at Lawrencetown include:
The beach is also the site of all kinds of activities and events. Surfers gather for contests like the September Storm Classic. Kids of all ages love the Kite Festival with demonstrations, a barbeque, and prizes. Go on an active outing like a guided flora and fauna walk or sign up for the annual Cyclesmith Duathlon that starts at Lawrencetown Beach.
Whatever your interest there are organized events to suit you at Lawrencetown most months of the year. Of course , you are welcome to just relax and take in the surf and the sand.
