Quick Facts
Sand Typesandy
Length300m
Warmest MonthAugust at 23°C
LifeguardSupervised
Nearest TownWyses Corner
CountyHalifax
From Halifax19 km
About Dollar Lake Beach
Dollar Lake Beach is a freshwater beach in Dollar Lake Provincial Park, just 45 minutes from Halifax. The lake's sandy bottom and warm freshwater make it an excellent alternative to ocean beaches, especially for families with young children. The provincial park offers camping, hiking trails, and canoe/kayak rentals. The water is significantly warmer than coastal beaches in early summer.
Monthly Water Temperatures
Jan 2°C
Feb 1°C
Mar 2°C
Apr 6°C
May 12°C
Jun 17°C
Jul 21°C
Aug 23°C
Sep 19°C
Oct 14°C
Nov 8°C
Dec 4°C
Amenities
🅿️ Parking ✅
🚻 Washrooms ✅
🚿 Changerooms ✅
🧺 Picnic Tables ✅
🍔 Canteen ❌
🚶 Boardwalk ❌
Best For
swimmingfamilycamping
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Location & Directions
GPS: 44.816500, -63.578700
Region: Halifax Metro | County: Halifax | Near: Wyses Corner
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