Best beaches in Canada, 2026
Top-rated Canada beaches by water quality, conditions and crowd
The top 25 beaches in Canada ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 score that blends Purity, Conditions, Crowd and Vibe.How we rank →
1OBI 7.5+
Agate Beach
Tlell, Canada
Iconic agate-filled shoreline attracting beachcombers and photographers
2OBI 7.5+
Alert Bay Beach
Alert Bay, Canada
Coastal beach near cultural hub of Alert Bay community
3OBI 7.5+
Ambleside Beach
West Vancouver, Canada
Popular waterfront beach with views of Stanley Park skyline
4OBI 7.5+
Anchor Point Beach
Anchor Point, Canada
Small sandy stretch offering peaceful coastal atmosphere
5OBI 7.5+
Balance Rock Beach
Skidegate, Canada
Unique geological formation near shoreline draws visitors
6OBI 7.5+
Beddis Beach
Salt Spring Island, Canada
Popular local beach with calm waters and scenic views
7OBI 7.5+
Bell Island Beach
Goose Group, Canada
Small quiet beach with protected waters and minimal traffic
8OBI 7.5+
Bennett Bay Beach
Mayne Island, Canada
Known for sunrise views and open ocean exposure
Bere Point Beach
Port McNeill, Canada
Known for orca sightings and rocky shoreline views
Britannia Beach
Britannia Beach, Canada
Coastal stop with mining history and mountain scenery
Brunswick Point Beach
Delta, Canada
Remote delta beach popular for wildlife viewing
Calvert Island North Beach
Hakai Passage, Canada
Expansive wild coastline known for isolation and natural beauty
Calvert Island West Beach
Hakai Passage, Canada
Vast white sand beach with driftwood and untouched wilderness
14OBI 7.5+
Campbell Bay Beach
Mayne Island, Canada
Quiet bay beach with peaceful surroundings
15OBI 7.5+
Centennial Beach
Delta, Canada
Long sandy beach within Boundary Bay Regional Park
16OBI 7.5+
Clayton Falls Beach
Bella Coola, Canada
Unique coastal waterfall meeting ocean in a rugged fjord setting
17OBI 7.5+
Copper Beach
Britannia Beach, Canada
Lesser-known beach near Britannia with industrial heritage backdrop
Coral Harbour Beach
Coral Harbour, Canada
Accessible sandy Arctic beach
Deer Island Beach
Hakai Passage, Canada
Quiet sandy shoreline surrounded by dense coastal forest
Denny Island Outer Beach
Hakai Passage, Canada
Quiet outer island beach with limited access and raw scenery
Dionisio Point Beach
Galiano Island, Canada
Remote sandy beach at island’s north end with clear waters
Dover Beach
Dover, Canada
Peaceful coastal setting with traditional Newfoundland scenery
23OBI 7.5+
Dundarave Beach
West Vancouver, Canada
Well-maintained beach with pier and community vibe
Dunn Passage Beach
Goose Group, Canada
Remote narrow beach in protected passage with pristine setting
25OBI 7.5+
Eagle Harbour Beach
West Vancouver, Canada
Small sheltered beach with marina views and quiet setting