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.

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Caribou-Munroes Island Beach
Iconic beach with island views and soft sand

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7.0

Chance Harbour Beach

Secluded beach with peaceful atmosphere

7.0

Melmerby Beach

Warmest waters in Nova Scotia with long sandy shoreline

7.0

Powell Point Beach

Narrow peninsula beach with tranquil surroundings

7.0

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.