Best beaches in Pictou

5 ranked beaches in Pictou, Nova Scotia

Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.

All beaches in Pictou

1
Caribou-Munroes Island Beach
Iconic beach with island views and soft sand
7.0
2
Chance Harbour Beach
Secluded beach with peaceful atmosphere
7.0
3
Melmerby Beach
Warmest waters in Nova Scotia with long sandy shoreline
7.0
4
Powell Point Beach
Narrow peninsula beach with tranquil surroundings
7.0
5
Waterside Beach Provincial Park
Well-maintained beach with consistent calm waters
7.0

What makes Pictou's beaches stand out?

Pictou sits in Nova Scotia, Canada and is home to 5 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.

Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Pictou or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.