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About Cherry Hill Beach
Cherry Hill Beach is a long, wild stretch of sand on the South Shore near Broad Cove. This undeveloped beach offers a raw coastal experience with excellent beachcombing potential. The strong Atlantic surf and sweeping shoreline make it a favourite for long walks and solitude. It's the kind of beach where you can walk for kilometers without seeing another soul. Cherry Hill Beach is part of the Cherry Hill Beach Nature Reserve, a 2 km long barrier beach and dune system between Broad Cove and Voglers Cove that protects a nesting refuge for the endangered piping plover. Visitors should avoid marked nesting areas during the summer breeding season. Cherry Hill is also Nova Scotia's best-known clothing-optional (naturist) beach, visitors should be aware that nude sunbathing and swimming is common, particularly in the more secluded sections of the beach.
Plan Your Visit to Cherry Hill Beach
This beach is part of our complete South Shore travel guide, with the top things to see and do across the area. Pair it with a visit to one of Nova Scotia's iconic lighthouses, discover more Nova Scotia beaches, or use our trip planning hub to map out the rest of your stay.
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Cherry Hill Beach FAQ
Where is Cherry Hill Beach?
Cherry Hill Beach is in the South Shore of Nova Scotia, near Broad Cove. The beach runs roughly 2000 metres along the shore.
Is Cherry Hill Beach safe for swimming?
Swim with caution. The beach is unsupervised, so check conditions before swimming and never swim alone.
What is the sand like at Cherry Hill Beach?
Cherry Hill Beach is a sandy beach.
Is there parking at Cherry Hill Beach?
Parking, facilities, and any provincial-park day-use details for Cherry Hill Beach are listed on this site's Cherry Hill Beach beach guide.
What is the best time of year to visit Cherry Hill Beach?
July and August are warmest for swimming; September brings fewer crowds and mild water. This site's best-time-to-visit tool scores every month for Nova Scotia beaches.
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Location & Directions
GPS: 44.133300, -64.500000
Region: South Shore | County: Lunenburg | Near: Broad Cove
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