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About Long Pond Beach
Long Pond Beach is a small but well-loved supervised freshwater beach on Herring Cove Road in Halifax, managed by the Halifax Regional Municipality. Despite its modest size, it's a popular spot for local families seeking a safe swimming environment with seasonal lifeguard supervision. The beach sits on the shore of the lake known as Long Pond, surrounded by residential neighbourhoods in the Herring Cove area, and provides a convenient city escape just a short drive from downtown Halifax.
Plan Your Visit to Long Pond Beach
This beach is part of our complete Halifax Metro 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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GPS: 44.577400, -63.577600
Region: Halifax Metro | County: Halifax | Near: Halifax
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