Quick Facts
Sand Typesandy
Length500m
Warmest MonthAugust at 18°C
LifeguardUnsupervised
Nearest TownLouisbourg
CountyCape Breton
From Halifax313 km
About Kennington Cove Beach
Kennington Cove Beach is a historic beach within the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site. This is where British forces landed in 1758 to capture the French fortress. Today, the sandy cove offers a beautiful beach experience with the unique backdrop of one of North America's largest historical reconstructions. Perfect for combining beach time with a fascinating history lesson.
Monthly Water Temperatures
Jan 0°C
Feb -1°C
Mar 0°C
Apr 2°C
May 6°C
Jun 11°C
Jul 16°C
Aug 18°C
Sep 16°C
Oct 12°C
Nov 7°C
Dec 3°C
Amenities
🅿️ Parking ✅
🚻 Washrooms ✅
🚿 Changerooms ❌
🧺 Picnic Tables ✅
🍔 Canteen ❌
🚶 Boardwalk ❌
Best For
walkinghistoryphotography
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Location & Directions
GPS: 45.883300, -59.983300
Region: Cape Breton | County: Cape Breton | Near: Louisbourg
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