Fact is, Canada has harsh winters but this place is not always about snow and negative temperatures. In fact, we have amazing beaches that are worth checking out during the summer months. Our beaches might not be like the Caribbean ones but they are definitely worth checking out. Here are 10 beaches you won’t believe exist in Canada.

Tribune Bay, British Columbia

With crystal clear waters and white sands, Tribune Bay on British Columbia’s Hornby Island is so beautiful it’s referred to as the “Hawaii of the North”. It’s beautiful and ideal for kayaking and stand-up paddle-boarding. You should try it out this summer.

Skaha Beach, British Columbia

This is one of the seven beaches in the city of Penticton, BC and has 20 acres of park and red sand beach complete with playgrounds, volleyball courts, picnic areas and much more.

Grand Beach, Manitoba

This is a popular tourist destination along the eastern shore of Lake Winnipeg. People flock here for hiking trails, white sands, swimming, camping and so much more.

Grand Bend Beach, Ontario

This is the best place to unwind when in Ontario. With a 25-mile white sand beach lined with B&B’s, hotels and rentable summer cottages, you will find it hard to leave. The main street is vibrant and perfect for shopping.

Sauble Beach, Ontario

This is one of Canada’s best freshwater beach. It’s ideal for a family vacation with restaurants, areas to shop, golfing, fishing and more.

Iles de la Madeleine, Quebec

Also known as the Magdalen Islands, this beach is right in the middle of the Gulf of Lawrence and has breathtaking red cliffs and white sands. The island has lots of restaurants serving amazing seafood, local galleries and lots of excursion opportunities.

Parlee Beach, New Brunswick

This is a completely supervised beach with warm salt water and family-friendly activities such as camping, volleyball, sculpture competitions and more.

Ingonish Beach, Nova Scotia

Situated near the well-known Cabot Trail on Nova Scotia’s Cape Breton Island, this beach is full of breathtaking landscapes, rugged cliffs, and rolling hills.

Crystal Crescent Beach, Nova Scotia

If you are looking to spend some time with nature, the Crystal Crescent Beach is your ideal destination. You can go hiking and boardwalks trails or just relax on the white sandy beach.

Singing Sands Beach, Prince Edward Island

The Singing Sands Beach at Basin Head earned this title from the unique whistling sounds the white sands make as the wind blows over them. This unique occurrence is caused by the spherical sand granules.