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About Mira River Beach
Mira River Provincial Park's day-use beach sits on the freshwater Mira River, made famous by the song 'Out on the Mira.' The wide, gentle river flows through eastern Cape Breton and offers some of the warmest swimming on the island in summer, with a sandy day-use beach (MacLellans West Bay), picnic tables, and an accessible Mobi-mat beach mat. Unsupervised swimming; the gentle current and sandy bottom make it a beloved local family destination and a cultural landmark in Cape Breton's musical heritage. Day-use beach open May 29 – October 19, 2026.
Plan Your Visit to Mira River Beach
This beach is part of our complete Cape Breton 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: 46.027500, -60.039200
Region: Cape Breton | County: Cape Breton | Near: Albert Bridge
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