Quick Facts

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Sand Typesandy
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Length3000m
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Warmest MonthAugust at 18°C
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LifeguardSupervised
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Nearest TownSt. Peter's
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CountyRichmond
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From Halifax332 km

About Point Michaud Beach

Point Michaud Beach is a renowned surf destination on Cape Breton's southeast coast, known for its powerful Atlantic waves and dramatic coastal scenery. The beach is backed by impressive sand dunes and offers a wild, unspoiled experience. Popular with the Nova Scotia surfing community, it's one of the province's best-kept surf secrets. The drive through Richmond County to reach it is spectacular.

Plan Your Visit to Point Michaud 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.

Monthly Water Temperatures

Jan 0°C
Feb -1°C
Mar 0°C
Apr 2°C
May 6°C
Jun 11°C
Jul 16°C
Aug 18°C
Sep 16°C
Oct 12°C
Nov 7°C
Dec 3°C

Amenities

🅿️ Parking ✅
🚻 Washrooms ✅
🚿 Changerooms ✅
🧺 Picnic Tables ✅
🍔 Canteen ❌
🚶 Boardwalk ✅

Best For

surfingwalking

Explore Nearby

🏖️ More Beaches in Cape Breton

Ingonish BeachChimney Corner BeachPort Hood BeachWest Mabou BeachMira River Beach

🗼 Nearby Lighthouses

Jerome Point Lighthouse (15 km)Gregory Island Lighthouse (16 km)Cape George Lighthouse (Bras dOr Lakes) (19 km)

Location & Directions

GPS: 45.583300, -60.700000

Region: Cape Breton | County: Richmond | Near: St. Peter's

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