Best scenic beaches in Canada, 2026
25 scenic beaches in Canada that score highest on the OnlyBeaches Index for what matters to scenic travellers.How we rank →
1OBI 7.5+
Aboiteau Beach
Shediac Bridge, Canada
Relaxed alternative to Parlee with quieter atmosphere
2OBI 7.5+
Adams Sound Beach
Arctic Bay, Canada
Rugged coastline
3OBI 7.5+
Advocate Harbour Beach
Advocate Harbour, Canada
Remote harbour beach surrounded by rugged cliffs
4OBI 7.5+
Agate Beach
Tlell, Canada
Iconic agate-filled shoreline attracting beachcombers and photographers
Akpatok Island Shoreline
Qikiqtarjuaq, Canada
Dramatic limestone cliffs
6OBI 7.5+
Alert Bay Beach
Alert Bay, Canada
Coastal beach near cultural hub of Alert Bay community
7OBI 7.5+
Alma Beach
Alma, Canada
Gateway beach to Fundy National Park with extreme tidal shifts
8OBI 7.5+
Ambleside Beach
West Vancouver, Canada
Popular waterfront beach with views of Stanley Park skyline
9OBI 7.5+
Anchorage Provincial Park Beach
Grand Manan, Canada
Accessible Grand Manan beach with views and picnic areas
10OBI 7.5+
Annandale Beach
Kingsboro, Canada
Remote coastline
11OBI 7.5+
Apex Beach
Iqaluit, Canada
Accessible sandy Arctic beach near Iqaluit
12OBI 7.5+
Apex South Beach
Iqaluit, Canada
Quiet extension of Apex
Aquaforte Beach
Aquaforte, Canada
Underrated coastal spot with peaceful surroundings and local charm
Arctic Bay Beach
Arctic Bay, Canada
Remote High Arctic beach
Argyle Shore Provincial Park Beach
Argyle Shore, Canada
Red cliffs and easy access
Arlington Beach
Arlington, Canada
Isolated beach offering peaceful Fundy coastal experience
Armours Beach
Gibsons, Canada
Popular accessible beach in Gibsons with scenic harbor views
18OBI 7.5+
Arviat Beach
Arviat, Canada
Long sandy shoreline with wildlife
Ascension Beach
Ascension, Canada
Remote shoreline
Augustine Cove Beach
Augustine Cove, Canada
Quiet scenic cove
21OBI 7.5+
Baccaro Beach
Barrington, Canada
Remote beach near Baccaro Point lighthouse
Back Harbour Beach
Twillingate, Canada
Rugged shoreline with iceberg views in season
23OBI 7.5+
Balance Rock Beach
Skidegate, Canada
Unique geological formation near shoreline draws visitors
Barrow Strait Shore Beach
Resolute, Canada
Historic Arctic waterway
25OBI 7.5+
Bartlett’s Beach
Yarmouth, Canada
Peaceful beach with expansive coastal views