Point Pleasant Park's Black Rock Beach was happening back in the day, and with help from Halifax Transit it can be happening now.

3 beaches you can bus to from Halifax

A quick ocean fix is only a few stops away

By Kaija Jussinoja

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It's an unfortunate truth that you need to get in a car to visit Nova Scotia's best and most popular beaches. But if the ocean is calling, there are options accessible by public transit. If you want to feel that salty sting, some sand in your toes, and to breathe the ocean air, follow our guide to beaches you can bus to from downtown Halifax.

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Black Rock Beach
You don’t even need to leave the peninsula to lay down a towel on the sand and swim in the ocean. Black Rock Beach is conveniently located in Point Pleasant Park, for whenever you need a quick ocean fix.
Bus Route: 29
Amenities: Washrooms

Dingle Beach
This beach is located in Sir Stanford Fleming Park, right next to the Dingle Tower. Climb the tower for some stunning views of the arm, explore the nearby trails and chill out on the sand.
Bus route: 415
Amenities: Washrooms, playground, picnic areas

MacCormacks Beach
You can't swim at this Eastern Passage beach, but it offers a lovely boardwalk and views of McNabs, Lawlor and Devil’s islands. MacCormacks Beach is right next to Fisherman's Cove, which has colourful shops and restaurants.
Bus route: 6B/6C
Amenities: Washrooms, picnic areas

While the list of ocean beaches you can bus to isn't long, worry not. There are tons of great swimming lakes accessible by public transit, and we have a guide to those.

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Kaija Jussinoja was a news reporter at The Coast, where she covered the stories that make Halifax the weird and wonderful place we call home. She is originally from North Vancouver, BC and graduated from the University of King’s College in 2022. Jussinoja joined The Coast in May 2022 after interning at The Chronicle...