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Carter's Beach In Nova Scotia

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Jul 21, 2010
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Carter's Beach
by: Anonymous

It was paradise to me until I was there one time and there was a very loud and annoying jet-skier who stayed in the area and basically ruined it for me as well as for the others I imagine.

Many people are not aware, but this is a privately owned beach (owned by an American) where there is very limited parking, no camping, and no washroom facilities.

There is a tidal river that runs between the first and second beaches which is very pleasant to relax beside. Make sure, though, that you leave the area before high tide, otherwise you will be wading through the chest high, cold tidal river water to get out (if you were beyond the first beach.

The white sand, colour of the water and the sand dollars (you'll find them if you go first thing in the morning)is just wonderful. Although I no longer live in the Maritimes, I have a photograph of the beach that I look at daily. I guess it still holds a special place in my heart.

May 19, 2010
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How To Get To Carter's Beach Nova Scotia
by: Joe Barnes

It's a little tricky...

Take Exit 21 off Route #3 (a great drive!), and head towars Southwest Port Mouton

Some roads are poorly or no marked, if I remember.

Once you're there, ask anyone how to get to Carter's Beach. They'll know! :-)

Joe Barnes
Halifax, Nova Scotia

May 19, 2010
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Directions
by: Anonymous

Im coming from Shelburn NS ( on the 103 ), how do i get to this beach ? If someone could give me directions as i cant seem to google map it ? thanks !

Jan 24, 2010
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Camping
by: Anonymous

Can anyone say if tent camping is allowed at Carter's beach?

Jan 18, 2010
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Most relaxing place to visit
by: EDDIE

I was born in that area and moved to the states when i was 6 years old but; I still call it my home. ( there is no place like home ) If you have never seen this beach, then you will never know what you have been missing!!!!!!!!

Aug 15, 2009
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location
by: Sarah

Can anyone add lat and long for this beach? Kindly appreciated.
Sarah

Jul 13, 2009
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Paradise
by: Anonymous

I visited Carters beach for the first time last week. It was a total paradise. Best way to describe it would be "heaven on earth". I did not want to return home. I can't wait to visit again.

Feb 25, 2009
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Nova Scotia's Best Kept Secret !
by: Anonymous

It is a wonder of a beach for this far north.
4 parking places in total and you're right it's one of our best kept secrets here......

Jan 20, 2009
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One of the best!
by: Wiles

I have been all over the Caribbean, st. lucia, anguilla, grenadines and st, martten - never have i seen a beach quite like this one. seals, porpoises and lobsters while snorkeling. really neat.

Mar 18, 2008
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Caribbean of the North
by: Robert Simmons

I visited this beach last summer and I must say that this is the first beach I've seen north of Florida with this type of turquoise. All it was missing was the palm trees.

Bob

Jan 10, 2008
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Our New Found Beach
by: Anonymous

This beach is beautiful, just like the beaches in Mexico or Florida. Nice white sand.. and not busy. Not a lot of parking, so not many people stop.. You will enjoy it. Oh so clean and clear. Come and see, you'll love it.

Sep 20, 2007
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We Love Carter's Too!
by: Anonymous

What a fantastic coincidence, Sally. As you see on the "Best Beaches" web page, we love Hirtles Beach in Nova Scotia. And we've been to Carter's Beach and love it, too. It is the only beach that I've ever seen in Canada with Anguilla-blue water. What a small world to see Carter's Beach here! Thank you very much. Nori