Birch Cove Beach

Birch Cove Beach

Birch Cove Beach

Birch Cove Beach

Birch Cove Beach is quite popular during the summer months of the year; each day, approximately, 200 people visit it. Beginning in late May until the end of September, washrooms/changing facilities are available for public use from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. In 2013 and 2014, Birch Cove Beach became the first beach in Nova Scotia to be awarded Blue Flag Status (an international eco-label).

LOCATION

WEATHER

LIFEGUARDS SUPERVISION

There are active lifeguards on duty beginning on July 1 to August 31 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m on fair weather days only. 

PARENT AND GUARDIAN SUPERVISION

Please remember: Lifeguards are not babysitters! As the first line of safety supervision Parents and Guardians are required to remain actively engaged and with-in arms reach of the children in their care.

  • All HRM facilities require children 7 years old and younger to be within arm’s reach of a parent or guardian (15yrs+) at all times.
  • All HRM facilities require children ages 8 to 11 to be accompanied by a parent or guardian (15yrs+).
  • A parent or guardian (15yrs+) may supervise a maximum of three (3) children under the age of 12 at any HRM Facility.

Your cooperation helps ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. Thank you!

SAFETY

There are red bouys installed at this beach to indicate where it is safe to swim. 

When swimming at any beach you should follow these safety guidelines.

  • Swim with a buddy
  • No Boats, Kayaks, Canoes in the supervise area
  • No Smoking or Vaping on the beach
  • No alcohol on the beach
  • No Pets on the Beach
  • No Barbeques on the Beach

ACCESSIBILITY

Birch Cove Beach has many features that make this beach accessible to almost everyone.

  • Parking
  • Paved walkways
  • Change rooms
  • Bathrooms
  • Beach mobility chair
  • Canoe / Kayak launch

WATER TESTING

Municipal staff regularly test the water quality for bacteria levels at all supervised municipal beaches, as well as one unsupervised beach, during the summer months (July 1 - August 31). Know your swimming limitations if you choose to swim in unsupervised bodies of water. 

EQUIPMENT LENDING

Items to be added in 2022

SWIMMING LESSONS

FREE swimming lessons are offered at most HRM beaches. To see what levels are available or to register visit www.halifax.ca/myrec  or call 902.490.6666 or online at .